Museum · Xabregas, Lisbon

National Tile Museum

National Tile Museum
Photo: Vitor Oliveira from Torres Vedras, PORTUGAL, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The museum occupies the former Madre de Deus Convent in Xabregas, east of the centre, and traces the history of Portuguese tiles from the 15th century to today. Look for the long tiled panorama of pre-earthquake Lisbon and the gilded convent church.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 1 of Lisbon: One Week

Visiting National Tile Museum: what to know

Tickets
Entry fee applies; check the museum website for current prices.
Time needed
Two hours
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Bus 759 or 794 from central Lisbon, or a short taxi ride.

Lisbon itineraries with National Tile Museum

Day 1 of Lisbon: One Week

Alfama

How National Tile Museum fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Lisbon CathedralAlfama
  2. 10:30São Jorge CastleAlfama
  3. 13:00Miradouro de Santa LuziaAlfama
  4. 14:30AlfamaAlfama
  5. 20:00Fado in AlfamaAlfama
See all 7 days
Advertisement
Ad space · 728 × 90

National Tile Museum FAQs

Where is the National Tile Museum?

It is in the former Madre de Deus Convent in Xabregas, east of central Lisbon.

How long does a visit take?

Most visitors spend about two hours inside.

Are tickets available on the day?

Yes. Tickets are sold at the entrance. The museum is closed on Mondays.

More places on this trip