Museu da Marioneta, Lisbon

Name: Museu da Marioneta
Address: R. de Esperança, 146, Lisbon, 1200-660, Portugal
Telephone: +351 213 942 810

#153 among attractions in Lisbon

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Facts and practical information

The Museu da Marioneta has been located since November 2001 in the Convent of Bernardas in Lisbon, Portugal, establishing itself as the first museum in Portugal entirely dedicated to the interpretation and dissemination of the history of puppetry, covering the history of this art form across the world, presenting the different types of puppets and the different approaches they allow, with special emphasis on Portuguese puppets. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 38°42'29"N, 9°9'21"W

Address

R. de Esperança, 146Estrela (Santos-o-Velho)Lisbon 1200-660 Portugal

Contact

+351 213 942 810

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Day trips

Museu da Marioneta – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Verride Palace, Camões Monument, Igreja de São Roque, Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museu da Marioneta open?

Museu da Marioneta is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museu da Marioneta?

Nearby attractions include Rua do Guarda-Mor, Lisbon (2 min walk), A Barraca, Lisbon (2 min walk), Santos-o-Velho, Lisbon (3 min walk), Museu das Comunicações, Lisbon (8 min walk).

How to get to Museu da Marioneta by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museu da Marioneta:

Bus

Largo Vitorino Damásio • Lines: 706, 727, 727N, 774 (3 min walk)
Santos • Lines: 706 (4 min walk)

Tram

Santos • Lines: 15E, 18E, 25E (3 min walk)
Largo Vitorino Damásio • Lines: 25E (4 min walk)

Train

Santos (4 min walk)
Cais do Sodré (15 min walk)

Metro

Cais do Sodré • Lines: Verde (15 min walk)
Rato • Lines: Amarela (22 min walk)

Ferry

Cais do Sodré • Lines: Ferries da Transtejo (17 min walk)