The National Museum of Archaeology sits in the central section of Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon. Its collection traces Portugal’s past through finds from the Stone Age and Roman period, with Roman religious art and treasury objects among the highlights. You can also see mummies and sarcophagi, and some exhibits let you handle ancient objects. The museum is compact, so it suits a focused visit alongside the monastery. Look for displays outdoors as well as in the galleries.
A collection spanning Portugal’s past
The museum’s collection brings together archaeological finds from several periods in Portugal’s history. Stone Age and Roman artefacts form part of the displays, alongside Roman religious art and treasury objects. Some exhibits are interactive, and visitors can handle certain pieces.
Mummies and sarcophagi add another dimension to the collection. The galleries also include Egyptian objects, giving the museum’s compact displays a broader ancient-world focus.
The gold artefacts section
A separate security process applies before entering the section with gold artefacts. Visitors must put their phones in clear plastic bags before going in. Check the outdoor displays as well as the museum’s indoor galleries during your visit.
FAQ
Where is the National Museum of Archaeology?
It is in the central section of Jerónimos Monastery at Praça do Império in Lisbon.
What can you see at the museum?
The collection includes Stone Age and Roman artefacts, Roman religious art, treasury objects, mummies and sarcophagi. There are indoor and outdoor displays.
Can you touch anything in the museum?
Some interactive exhibits let visitors handle certain ancient objects.
Is there a combined ticket for the monastery and museum?
A combined admission pass for the monastery and museum is suggested as an option for visiting both.
