The 9 Best Art Museum Tours in Lisbon

1.MAAT Gallery and MAAT Central Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 559 reviews · 1 day · from $17Our pick

Visit Lisbon’s MAAT Gallery and MAAT Central with one ticket. See contemporary art, the former coal-fired power station, outdoor sculptures, and the Tagus-side MAAT Garden. Free on-site guided tours are available, and the museum is wheelchair accessible.

“MAAT in Lisbon always has amazing contemporary art exhibitions and is a must visit for art lovers. This ticket gets you access to both gallery spaces where we could see 4 different exhibits in an afternoon, plus the historic powerhouse museum. Very cool! loved the William Klein exhibit”

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2.3D Fun Art Museum Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 401 reviews · 1 day · from $15

At Lisbon’s 3D Fun Art Museum, you step into 40 colorful scenes and optical illusions, pose as Van Gogh’s doctor, take a safari, meet a dinosaur, and enter an infinity mirror room. This self-guided visit suits families, friends, and anyone carrying a camera.

“Gostei do resultado final das fotos. Mas penso que não vi tudo, devo ter me perdido algures , pq vejo outras coisas nos sites que não vi. 😓”

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3.Paint your tile and create your unique piece in an art gallery in Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 116 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $58

At Galeria 1758, Cristina guides you through Portuguese azulejo history, pigments, patterns, and painting techniques in English, Portuguese, or Spanish. You’ll paint two 15-by-15-centimeter tiles, then collect the fired pieces later or arrange paid postage. No experience is needed.

“Fun and interactive. Really enjoyed learning about the traditional way of painting tiles in Lisboa”

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4.3D Fun Art Museum Lisboa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 59 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $15

At Lisbon’s 3D Fun Art Museum, you can pose in about 40 painted scenes and optical illusions, from petting a dinosaur to flying through space. Bring a phone or camera. English is offered, staff help with photos, and the visit usually takes 30 minutes to two hours.

“Vi sempre as partilhas mas nunca pensei que desse para fazer Adorei a experiência e já envie para os meus amigos É muito giro e tem muita imaginação”

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5.Living Van Gogh Exhibition Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 23 reviews · from $14Best value

Living Van Gogh in Lisbon uses video mapping, interactive paintings, virtual reality, short films, 360-degree projections, and a magical symphony to place you inside Vincent’s art. Directed by Nuno Maya and Massimiliano Siccardi, the 1.5-hour show costs $14 and is made by OCUBO Criativo.

“wunderschön, vielen Dank für diese außergewöhnliche Show 😊”

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6.Lisbon Contemporary Art Gallery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) Top rated

Join Ausra of LX Gallery Tours for a private, two to two-and-a-half-hour look at Lisbon’s contemporary art scene. Visit 3+1 Arte Contemporânea, Jahn und Jahn, and Foco Gallery, with a wine or coffee stop in Estrela Park. Pickup from your hotel lobby is included.

“It’s absolutely a great way to discover Lisbon through local art and maybe bring something beautiful back home. Ausra is just great!”

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7.Paint tiles and create unique pieces in an art gallery in Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $60

At Atelier1758 in Lisbon, an artist guides you through Portuguese tile culture, basic painting techniques, and your own two-tile design. The 2.5-hour workshop includes materials, firing, and individual help. Add regional wine if arranged ahead, and choose a faster unfired option if needed.

“Huge selection of tile patterns and assistance throughout the process. The BEST souvenirs of our trip! A knowledgeable artist in her own gallery leading the course, you could not get better instruction!”

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8.Come and discover with us the largest Urban Art gallery in Portugal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $87

Spend about five to six hours with a small group and guide Alexandre, finding Lisbon’s murals, stencils, carved walls, and suburban art galleries. An air-conditioned minivan links less-visited districts with hilltop viewpoints, making this a practical choice for curious art fans.

“Abbiamo passato una bellissima giornata in compagnia di Alexandre che ci ha guidato in giro per Lisbona alla scoperta di una vera galleria d'arte a cielo aperto. Se siete appassionati o curiosi di questo argomento questo è il tour giusto per voi! Inoltre Alexandre è molto Read more”

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9.Painting class at an Art Gallery in Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $64

At Atelier1758 in Lisbon, architect and artist Cristina guides you through color, composition, layering, and paint mixing before helping you create a 30 x 40 cm Lisbon-inspired artwork. The two-hour class suits beginners, includes a signed piece and gallery authenticity certificate, and offers optional Portuguese wine for purchase.

“The artist guided me in painting a scene of Lisbon. She is very nice and patient and shares her knowledge of painting. My husband was able to wait comfortably on a couch and read while I was painting. She’s an amazing painter and I was able to do a nice painting with her guidance. Can’t wait to frame and tell everyone I painted it in Lisbon.”

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