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Calouste Sarkis Gulbenkian, one of the 20th Century’s wealthiest, and best known philanthropists, adopted Portugal, leaving her his entire, world famous art collection. This collection, and the Gulbenkian Foundation, is Portugal’s finest art treasure. The Gulbenkian Foundation is also Lisbon’s best museum.

The Gulbenkian Collection is home to more then 6000 pieces, however the permanent exhibition has about 1000 of its best on display.

There are two main collections, the first highlighting the Oriental and Classical Art, the second covering European Art.

Inside the Oriental and Classical section, you will find Egyptian, Greco-Roman, Mesopotamian, Eastern Islamic, Armenian and Far Eastern Art.

The European section covers various artistic trends from the 11th century to the mid-20th century.

The Gulbenkian is an overlooked museum. It is definitely an important collection, and art lovers visiting Lisbon should be sure to see it. The Gulbenkian not only displays beautiful works of art, but the building itself, along with the garden are both Lisbon highlights. After your tour through the Gulbenkian, be sure to have a walk through the garden. It is a perfect spot to regroup and relax.

For more information, visit the Gulbenkian.

The Gulbenkian is located on Av. de Berna 45A

Metro Stop - S. Sebastião or Praça de Espanha stations
Buses - 16, 726, 56, 718, 742

Business hours for the Gulbenkian are as follows:

Tuesday to Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5.45 p.m.
Closed on Mondays, and on the following holidays:
January 1, Easter Sunday, May 1,
and December 25