What’s the best way to experience the National Tile Museum (Museu Nacional do Azulejo)?

There are plenty of ways to experience the National Tile Museum (Museu Nacional do Azulejo). Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:<ul><li><a href="/tours/Lisbon/Mon-Ami-Maravilha-Lisbon-Street-Art-Tuk-Tuk-Tour/d538-108252P11" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Mon Ami Maravilha - Lisbon Street Art Private Tuk Tuk Tour</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Lisbon/Tiles-and-Tales-Tile-Workshop-and-Private-Tour/d538-6999P13" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Private Tour with Tiles Workshop and National Tile Museum Visit</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Lisbon/Lisbon-All-in-One-Hop-On-Hop-Off-Bus-and-Tram-Tour-with-River-Cruise/d538-5391P15" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Tram Tour, River Cruise for 72/96Hour</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Lisbon/Lisbon-Super-Saver-Lisbon-Hop-On-Hop-Off-Tour-with-Four-Routes-including-Tram/d538-5391LISBEST4" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Lisbon: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour Bus with Three Routes Including Tram</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Lisbon/Lisbon-Hop-On-Hop-Off-Bus-Tour-and-River-Cruise/d538-5391P38" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and River Cruise</a></li></ul>

How much does it cost to visit the National Tile Museum in 2025?

National Tile Museum tickets cost €10 (roughly US$11), although visitors with the Lisboa Card can visit for free. Because the museum is away from Lisbon’s historical center, you also need to consider the cost of getting there by public transportation, a taxi, or a hop-on hop-off bus—tickets for these start at €24 (US$25).

Are guided tours available at the National Tile Museum?

No, the National Tile Museum does not offer guided tours. Instead, it provides an audio guide you can download as an app. To visit the museum with a guide, book a private tour that includes guided exploration of the museum and an azulejo tile workshop.

Is the National Tile Museum suitable for children?

Most children won’t find Lisbon’s National Tile Museum all that interesting, but there aren’t any issues regarding adult or mature content. Young children might get bored since the museum’s main focus is the design and art of its tiles, with very few interactive elements.

How long does it take to tour the National Tile Museum?

Allow up to two hours for your self-guided tour of the National Tile Museum in Lisbon. Many visitors find that they only need around one hour here, but if you listen to all the details of the audio tour, then you’ll be glad to have the extra time set aside.

What are some nearby attractions to visit after the National Tile Museum?

Because the National Tile Museum is in eastern Lisbon, you won’t find many nearby attractions. The main places to visit after the museum are the Museu da Água da EPAL (Museum of Water), which explains Lisbon’s efforts to source fresh water, and the Alto de São João Cemetery, home to elaborate tombs and mausoleums.

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Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: 48-Hour in Belém & Modern Lisbon

Rather than following an itinerary set by someone else, explore Lisbon at your own speed on a convenient hop-on hop-off bus tour, with tickets valid for 48 hours. Cover more Lisbon attractions than you would on foot from two distinct routes, which take you to the modern part of Lisbon and to the riverside monuments of Belém. Plus, the tour includes free access to public trams and an audio guide that helps put city sights into context.

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Tiles and Tales: Workshop and National Tile Museum Visit

Go beyond a standard history tour and take a deep dive into the world of ‘azulejos’ (Portuguese tile art) on this private excursion that pairs a tile-making workshop in Azeitão to a visit to Lisbon's National Tile Museum. Travel about 45 minutes to reach lovely Azeitão and study with an expert tile artist. Create your own tile to take home, then opt to stop for lunch in the fishing village of Sesimbra or in Lisbon. Finish off by browsing the excellent collection at the National Tile Museum (Museu Nacional do Azulejo).

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Lisboa Card – 72 Hours/ 3 Days: Discover Lisbon with easy and save money with the official Lisboa Card. Choose 72-hours/ 3 days card and enjoy unlimited access to public transportation, free entry to top attractions, and discounts at many cultural and leisure venues across the city. The Lisboa Card is the perfect solution for travelers who want to explore Lisbon's rich history, culture, and famous landmarks while enjoying convenient and unlimited travel throughout the city and surrounding areas. Highlights: ✅ Valid for 72 Hours/ 3 Days consecutive. ✅ Unlimited travel on Lisbon's public transport network, including metro, buses, trams, funiculars, and elevators ✅ Free access to more than 50 museums and monuments ✅ Free entry to the famous Jerónimos Monastery ✅ Free entry to São Jorge Castle ✅ Free access to the iconic Santa Justa Elevator ✅ Travel by train between Lisbon and Sintra ✅ Travel by train between Lisbon and Cascais ✅ Access to the historic Tram 28

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Discover the history of making tiles or "azulejos" in Lisbon. Lisbon's artisans have been making tiles since the 13th century. The first tiles were blue and white, then yellow and green. First, they were simple geometric shapes that covered blank spaces on walls. Later, they became more ornate, decorating church altars and depicting Portuguese history and culture. Today, they decorate restaurants, bars, railway stations, palaces, and homes. Every tourist brings home one or two tiles as souvenirs.

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What are people saying about National Tile Museum (Museu Nacional do Azulejo)

Tiles and Tales: Workshop and National Tile Museum Visit

Amanda_J, Jul 2026

10⭐️ for a wonderful day!

The whole tour was wonderful! Nuno was absolutely amazing. He knew so much about the history of the tiles as well as the history of Portugal. He was so enjoyable to talk to and I felt like I learned so much. The day flew by. My 10 year old granddaughter didn’t want it to end. Thank you so much Nuno for an unforgettable tour of Lisbon and the tiles!

Tiles and Tales: Workshop and National Tile Museum Visit

Alex_R, Mar 2026

It is a wonderful tour....

It is a wonderful tour. In such a small group, you really get to learn a lot and ask lots of questions you are curious about. The tile painting workshop was very cool if you like creative activities. Sadly the tile museum was closed but we got to see Palace Fronteira which was mind blowingly beautiful. Overall a wonderful experience

Tiles and Tales: Workshop and National Tile Museum Visit

Kelly_C, Mar 2026

Our guide Nuno was very...

Our guide Nuno was very informative and respectful. The combination of learning about tiles, touring the city and factory and then painting tiles made for a great day!

Tiles and Tales: Workshop and National Tile Museum Visit

Leanne_H, Dec 2025

Wicked awesome day!

Nino was AMAZING!! Interested, interesting…and informed. He made the experience one of a kind. Such a lovely lovely day! So much fun.

Tiles and Tales: Workshop and National Tile Museum Visit

Cathy_M, Nov 2025

Custom tiles

Very interesting to see the craftsmanship of tiles still being made and painted by hand. My husband went into it neutral and came out an extra hour later after planning to make a custom order. Nu Nu our guide was fantastic, showed us tiles around Lisbon, history of the area, current affairs and more. He found us a great place for lunch too!

Tiles and Tales: Workshop and National Tile Museum Visit

Theresa_C, Oct 2025

Tile Factory and Museum

This was everything it claimed it would be. We toured Lisbon, had a relaxing drive out to the tile factory. We created our own tiles that will be shipped to our home in the USA. We had a wonderful lunch by the river then went to the tile museum. My husband an avid tile enthusiast was overwhelmed with fascination. Our guide was very knowledgeable and throughout the tour the two discussed their love of this art form. The day was incredible! We both highly recommend.

Tiles and Tales: Workshop and National Tile Museum Visit

PAUL_R, Jul 2025

Must do for hands on experience

Must do. Hands on. Drove through Lisbon to see tile designs from different eras and artists then 40 minute drive to a workshop to see how made then made our own tiles which are shipped home. One of best tours we did and our guide Nunu was great! We chose to skip museum. Tour ran 930-330pm

Tiles and Tales: Workshop and National Tile Museum Visit

Cristina_D, Feb 2025

Tile Workshop and museum

Nuno was a great guide. He taught me so much. He was kind enough to have lunch with me, as I was by myself. I got the impression that we were making a tile from scratch, which would’ve been fun. We only painted a tile. The price of this day was crazy expensive. When I clicked on it originally it was $145. It was over $300!!