Le Museu Nacional do Azulejo retrace l’histoire de l’azulejo, le carreau de faïence émaillée emblématique du Portugal, de la fin du XVe siècle à nos jours, ainsi que celle de la céramique, de la porcelaine et de la faïence. Il occupe l’ancien couvent de Madre de Deus, fondé en 1509 par la reine Leonor, dont le cloître maniériste, le chœur haut doré et l’église richement décorée font partie de la visite. Parmi les pièces maîtresses figure le Grand Panorama de Lisbonne, une représentation en azulejos de la ville avant le tremblement de terre de 1755. Le musée est fermé depuis novembre 2025 pour des travaux de rénovation menés dans le cadre du Plan portugais pour la reprise et la résilience (PRR), sans date de réouverture confirmée à ce jour.
Visitor Information
- How much does Museu Nacional do Azulejo cost?
- Standard adult admission to Museu Nacional do Azulejo is €10. 50% off for visitors 65+, students, youth card holders and families of 4+. Museum currently closed for renovation.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
- What are the opening hours of Museu Nacional do Azulejo?
- Museu Nacional do Azulejo is open Temporarily closed since November 2025 for PRR renovation works; no reopening date announced. Regular hours: Tuesday–Sunday 10:00–18:00 (last entry 17:15); closed Mondays, 1 January, Easter Sunday, 1 May, 13 June and 25 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
- Where is Museu Nacional do Azulejo?
- Museu Nacional do Azulejo is located at Rua da Madre de Deus 4, 1900-312 Lisboa, Portugal, in the Madre de Deus / Xabregas area of Lisbon. The nearest station is Santa Apolónia (Metro Blue Line / CP rail).
- What can I see at Museu Nacional do Azulejo?
- Cinq siècles d’azulejos portugais dans le couvent fondé en 1509 par la reine Leonor, avec pour point d’orgue un panorama de Lisbonne avant le tremblement de terre
- Do I need to book Museu Nacional do Azulejo in advance?
- Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
- When is the best time to visit Museu Nacional do Azulejo?
- Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.