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Jerónimos Monastery facade in Lisbon under a clear blue sky.
Decorative ship inside Lisbon's Maritime Museum, part of the Jerónimos Monastery tour.
Decorative royal barge displayed at Maritime Museum Lisbon.
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Highlights

  • Explore the Museu de Marinha which rewrites the rich history of voyages undertaken by Portuguese sailors.
  • Learn about the Portuguese power and their conquests through the evolution of their commercial & war navies in a fascinating display.
  • Browse through an elaborate collection of over 17000 pieces including more than 400 naval models & 30 richly ornate ships.
  • Discover all things nautical - relics, maps, tools, weapons, astrolabes & documents of the Portuguese explorers.
  • Come across Vasco da Gama’s portable altar, Sirius royal gulet, a model of the Amélia royal yacht & Archangel Raphael’s wooden statue.

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Jerónimos Monastery facade in Lisbon under a clear blue sky.
Decorative ship inside Lisbon's Maritime Museum, part of the Jerónimos Monastery tour.
Luxurious wood-paneled room with ornate furniture at Maritime Museum Lisbon.

Located in the beautiful 16th-century Jerónimos Monastery, this huge museum celebrates the fascinating history of Portuguese navigators. You will learn about famous explorers who expanded the world as we know it with their great discoveries. You set out on a great adventure to explore the age of the Discoveries and the evolution of the Commercial & War Navy. The oldest exhibit here is a wooden statue of Archangel Raphael that accompanied Vasco da Gama on his voyage to India. Be prepared to be enchanted by over 17000 items that give you a peek into the Portuguese power and conquests. You’ll come across iconic masterpieces like a rowing boat decorated in neo-Viking style in 1780, the model of the Amélia royal yacht prepared in 1900, nautical astrolabes & the Santa Cruz seaplane, the first seaplane to fly over the ocean in 1922! There is much to discover at this naval treasure house with even a special section for children.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Entry to the Museum & Galeotas Pavilion
  • Audio guide

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Must Know

  • Maritime Museum Lisbon has free entry until 2pm on the first Sunday of every month
  • Facilities: Lockers, Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility, Cloakroom.
  • Daily: 10am - 5pm
  • Closed: Jan 1, Easter Sunday, May 1 & Dec 25
  • Free days: 1st Sunday of each month, Navy Day, Apr 18, May 18 & Nov 16
  • Children's Day (June 1) has free entry for children 12 & under

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction. Students must show a valid student ID.

Ticket Redemption Point

  • Show your ticket at Museu de Marinha.

  • Address: Praça do Império 1400-206.

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Getting There

By Bus

  • The closest bus stop is Centro Cultural Belém. It is a quick 3-minute walk to the attraction.

  • Board buses 79B, 729 to get you there.

By Tram

  • The closest tram stop is Centro Cultural Belém. It is a quick 3-minute walk to the attraction.

  • Board trams 15E to get you there.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

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The Maritime Museum Lisbon is situated in the stunning 16th-century Jerónimos Monastery.

You will explore over 17,000 items that showcase Portuguese navigators' history and their explorations, including more than 400 naval models and ornate ships like the Sirius royal gulet. Highlights include Vasco da Gama’s portable altar and Archangel Raphael's wooden statue.

The exhibits celebrate Portuguese explorers' achievements, featuring relics such as maps, tools, weapons, astrolabes, and documents. Notable items include Vasco da Gama’s portable altar and a neo-Viking style rowing boat.

Entry to the museum is free until 2pm on the first Sunday of every month, as well as Navy Day, April 18th, May 18th, November 16th, and Children's Day (June 1st) for children aged 12 and under.

The museum offers lockers, wheelchair accessibility, pram/stroller access, and a cloakroom to enhance your visit experience.

It operates daily from 10 am to 5 pm. The museum remains closed on January 1st, Easter Sunday, May 1st, and December 25th.

Your entry provides access to both the main museum exhibits and the Galeotas Pavilion. However, it does not cover an audio guide service.

Yes, among its ancient artifacts is a wooden statue of Archangel Raphael which accompanied Vasco da Gama on his voyage to India.

The displays focus on the evolution of Portugal's commercial and war navies, featuring a vast collection including relics, maps, tools, weapons, astrolabes, and documents.

Among its impressive exhibits are items like a neo-Viking style rowing boat and Archangel Raphael’s wooden statue. You'll also see models of ships such as the Amélia royal yacht.

Visitors will explore the fascinating history of Portuguese navigators, including famous explorers who expanded global knowledge through their discoveries and understand the evolution of the Commercial & War Navy.

The museum features an impressive collection over 17,000 items, including Vasco da Gama’s portable altar, Sirius royal gulet, a model of the Amélia royal yacht, and Archangel Raphael's wooden statue.

Yes, there is free entry until 2pm on the first Sunday of every month as well as Navy Day (Apr 18), May 18, Nov 16, and Children's Day (June 1) for children 12 & under.

The museum is open daily from 10am to 5pm.

Yes, it's closed on Jan 1, Easter Sunday, May 1 & Dec 25.

The museum offers lockers, wheelchair accessibility, pram/stroller access, and a cloakroom.

Yes, your ticket includes entry to both the Museum & Galeotas Pavilion.

No, an audio guide is not included in the ticket package.

The collection includes relics, maps, tools, weapons, astrolabes & documents from Portuguese explorers and more than 400 naval models along with 30 richly ornate ships.

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