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Museu Nacional de Etnologia

Av. da Ilha da Madeira, 1400-203 Lisboa, Portugal
📞 +351 21 304 1160

The Museu Nacional de Etnologia (National Museum of Ethnology) in Lisbon, Portugal is a wonderful place to explore the culture and traditions of the Portuguese people. Located in the historic Alfama district, the museum contains a wealth of artifacts, artworks, and other objects that tell the story of the Portuguese people.

The permanent exhibition at the museum is divided into four sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Portuguese culture. The first section is dedicated to the traditional crafts of the country, such as weaving, pottery, and metalwork. The second section is devoted to the folk traditions of Portugal, including folk music, dance, and religious practices. The third section is devoted to the history of Portuguese immigration, with a focus on the impact of the Portuguese diaspora on the culture of the country. Finally, the fourth section is dedicated to the contemporary culture of Portugal, with a focus on the modern art, music, and literature of the country.

Visitors to the museum will be able to explore the fascinating history of Portugal through a variety of interactive exhibits. The museum also hosts a variety of events and activities, including film screenings, lectures, and workshops. The museum also has a café and a shop where visitors can purchase souvenirs and other items related to Portuguese culture.

Visitors to the museum have been overwhelmingly positive in their reviews. On TripAdvisor, visitors have praised the museum for its informative exhibits, friendly staff, and welcoming atmosphere. One visitor wrote: “The Museu Nacional de Etnologia is a great place to learn about the culture and history of Portugal. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the exhibits were interesting and informative. Highly recommended!”

The Museu Nacional de Etnologia is an excellent place to learn more about the culture and history of Portugal. With its informative exhibits, friendly staff, and welcoming atmosphere, the museum is sure to provide visitors with an enjoyable and informative experience.

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5 stars

A little jewel off the beaten tourist track but well worth the trip.The displays have loads of African and Portuguese exhibits that I have not seen in other places.I especially liked the African masks and the Angolan lids for pots where the top is carved to represent a proverb- cooking meeting common wisdom! They have a section covering the Amazon which can be seen by appointment and for groups bigger than 5. The video looked enticing so I will try and schedule a visit. Loved that they have an energy saving system where lights switch on/off as you move between areas,an innovation that I think many more museums should use, sustainability should cover all types of buildings after all. Definitely a good 2 hours spent for the visit.

5 stars

Excellent exhibitions. Great space. Off the tourist-beaten path. My granddaughter and I were the only ones there. Inexpensive, surprising and eclectic, we had a fascinating time.

4 stars

Huge empty place. Nice exhibition mostly African art, some Indonesian puppets and old portuguese tools