Calouste Gulbenkian Museum in Lisbon

Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

Embark on a 5000-year journey through art and discover masterpieces from Ancient Egypt to the 20th century

The Calouste Sarkis Gulbenkian Collection is one of the most important private collections in the world, making the Museum one of the most renowned in Portugal. The artworks in the collection reflect the refined aesthetic taste and artistic quality that guided their selection and acquisition. Calouste Gulbenkian, advised by the most prestigious specialists, was able to choose the best, creating a unique set of works that make visiting the Museum an unforgettable experience.

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Ancient Egypt selected by Howard Carter

The statuette of the official Bes is just one of the pieces acquired for this collection on the advice of the celebrated British Egyptologist Howard Carter, famous for his discovery of the Tutankhamen’s tomb.

An extraordinary collection of Greek coins

The Museum displays a magnificent collection of Greek coins, being one of the most important ever assembled privately, following the expert advice of E.S.G. Robinson, a curator at the British Museum.

From China to Japan, the exquisiteness of the Far East

Porcelains and hard stones from China, lacquers and prints from Japan are the cornerstone of this part of the collection, which includes many pieces from Sir Trevor Lawrence’s collection.

Rich Eastern Islamic Art acquired in travels around the world

Ancient Persia, Turkey, Syria, Central Asia and Egypt, from the 12th to the 18th century, a vast and rich collection of objects, including textiles, ceramics, glassware, illuminated manuscripts and bindings. These were collected in his travels, from London to Cairo, Beirut to Damascus.

Great Masters of European Painting

Enjoy works of great painters from the 15th to the 19th centuries. These include Portrait of Madame Claude Monet by Renoir, The Wreck of a Transport Ship by Turner, Pallas Athena by Rembrandt, and Lady and Child Asleep in a Punt under the Willows by John Singer Sargent. Discover also works by Guardi, Rubens, Degas or Monet.

Sumptuous European Decorative Arts

16th-century tapestries from Flanders and Italy, a remarkable set of furniture and luxurious pieces of French jewellery from the 18th century. These are some of the pieces exhibited in this elegant collection, that incorporates many objects from the Hermitage, acquired by Calouste Gulbenkian around 1930.

Lalique, the master of luxury and glass

The Museum holds a unique collection of René Lalique’s work, displayed in its dedicated jewellery and glassware exhibition room. Calouste Gulbenkian was a friend and unconditional admirer of the artist, having directly acquired from Lalique almost two hundred items.

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All-inclusive 16€
CAM, Gulbenkian Museum and Temporary Exhibitions

Collections 14€
Gulbenkian Museum and CAM Collection

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DISCOUNTS

25% Under 30
10% Over 65

GUIDED TOURS

Guided tour to the Gulbenkian Museum in english. Mondays at 10:30 and 11:30. More info

Guided tours in other languages through pre-booking. More info

HOW TO GET HERE

Av. De Berna 45A, 1067-001 Lisbon

Metro S. Sebastião (blue line and red line or Praça de Espanha stations (blue line)

Buses 713, 716, 726, 742, 746, 756

OPENING HOURS

Gulbenkian Museum
10:00 – 18:00

Centro de Arte Moderna
Sun – Fri 10:00 – 18:00
Sat 10:00 – 21:00

Closed on Tuesday and on the following days – 1 January, Easter Sunday, 1 May, 24 and 25 December

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Centro de Arte Moderna

CAM – Centro de Arte Moderna Gulbenkian is an art and culture center that houses the largest collection of modern and contemporary Portuguese art, featuring artists such as Paula Rego, Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso, and Helena Almeida, as well as international artists like Sonia Delaunay, David Hockney, and Bridget Riley.

The new building, designed by architect Kengo Kuma, is a perfect fusion of art, architecture, and nature – with the striking “Engawa” canopy creating a new connection between the interior and exterior.

CAM offers an extensive and varied program of exhibitions, performances, tours, and workshops with national and international contemporary artists.