Lisbon, already home to over 50 museums, is expanding its vibrant cultural scene in 2025 with the opening of two exciting new museums and the revival of iconic institutions in recent months, offering visitors a journey through the city's rich history and contemporary creativity.

Interpretive Centre “Almada's Murals in the Maritime Stations”

The Interpretive Centre “Almada's Murals in the Maritime Stations” opened earlier this month, coinciding with the birthday of Almada Negreiros. This new cultural spot gives visitors access to the emblematic murals in the Alcântara and Rocha do Conde de Óbidos Maritime Stations, the largest collection of 20th-century murals in Portugal. Located at the Alcântara Maritime Station, the Interpretive Centre has nine rooms where visitors can explore both the history of the maritime stations and the life and work of Almada Negreiros. More information is available here.

MACAM - Museu de Arte Contemporânea Armando Martins

The Armando Martins Museum of Contemporary Art (MACAM) recently opened in the former Condes da Ribeira Grande Palace. Featuring a private collection of over 600 works, MACAM is currently showcasing 215 pieces, offering a journey through Portuguese art from the late 19th century to the present day. The museum's new wing, which connects the palace to the exhibition space, is highlighted by a striking three-dimensional tiled façade designed by artist Maria Ana Vasco Costa. With four galleries - two permanent and two temporary - the museum also features a restaurant and bar housed in a former chapel. More information is available here.

MUDE - Museu do Design

After being closed for eight years, MUDE - Museu do Design has reopened in the heart of Lisbon's downtown. Housed in an 18th-century building in the historic centre (just a short walk from the Rua Augusta Arch and Terreiro do Paço), the museum seamlessly blends contemporary design with historical heritage. In addition to its long-term and temporary exhibitions, the museum offers various spaces for leisure, education, reflection, debate and contemplation, spread across its eight floors. More information is available here.

CAM - Gulbenkian Modern Art Centre

The Gulbenkian Modern Art Centre has reopened with a new building designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and a renovated garden by landscape designer Vladimir Djurovic. Inspired by the Japanese concept of Engawa - an element of traditional Japanese architecture that signifies a space for interaction between the interior and exterior - the project aims to create a greater relationship between the building, the garden and the city. Featuring a 1,000 m² gallery, a Drawing Room and various exhibitions dedicated to modern and contemporary Portuguese and international art, CAM invites visitors to contemplate and engage with art. More information is available here.

Museu de Lisboa - Palácio Pimenta

After a period of renovation, the Palácio Pimenta has reopened its doors. As the central hub of the Museum of Lisbon, this palace is located in Campo Grande and now features 11 newly renovated rooms, with updated themes and new pieces on display. The approximately 300 pieces on display - including models, engravings, paintings, photographs, furniture, ceramics, and tiles - narrate the story of Lisbon from the 17th century to the end of the 20th century, with a focus on key themes such as the 1755 earthquake, the Estado Novo and Expo '98. More information is available here.

Lisboa Card

The ultimate way to make the most of dazzling Lisbon is with the Lisboa Card, which helps visitors save both time and money during their stay. Available in 24-hour, 48-hour and 72-hour options, the card offers unlimited travel on buses, the metro, trams, and CP train lines to Sintra and Cascais. It also grants free entry to over 50 museums, monuments, and places of interest. Additionally, the card provides fast-track access to popular attractions, such as the Ajuda National Palace, the National Tile Museum, and the National Museum of Ancient Art. Further details are available at here.

For more information, ideas and inspiration on visiting Lisbon, go to www.visitlisboa.com 

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About Turismo de Lisboa

Turismo de Lisboa is a non-profit organisation established through an alliance of public and private bodies operating in the tourist sector. It has around 900 associated members. Since its inception in 1998, the main objective of this association is to improve and increase the promotion of Lisboa as a tourist destination and therefore enhance the quality and competitiveness of the city.

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