Museum of Natural History and Science, Lisbon

Name: Museum of Natural History and Science
Address: R. da Escola Politécnica 56, Lisbon, 1250-102, Portugal
Telephone: +351 21 392 1800

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The National Museum of Natural History and Science in Lisbon, Portugal is the country's main museum focusing on nature. The museum functions under the University of Lisbon. ()

Local name: Museu Nacional de História Natural e da Ciência Coordinates: 38°43'5"N, 9°9'2"W

Address

R. da Escola Politécnica 56Santo António (São Mamede)Lisbon 1250-102 Portugal

Contact

+351 21 392 1800

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museum of Natural History and Science open?

Museum of Natural History and Science is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museum of Natural History and Science?

Nearby attractions include Universidade Aberta, Lisbon (3 min walk), Lisbon Botanical Gardens, Lisbon (3 min walk), Reservatório da Patriarcal, Lisbon (5 min walk), Palace of the Dukes of Palmela, Lisbon (5 min walk).

How to get to Museum of Natural History and Science by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museum of Natural History and Science:

Tram

Rua da Escola Politécnica • Lines: 24E (2 min walk)
Príncipe Real • Lines: 24E (5 min walk)

Bus

Rua Nova de São Mamede • Lines: 773 (3 min walk)
Príncipe Real • Lines: 19B, 202, 22B, 758, 773 (5 min walk)

Metro

Rato • Lines: Amarela (7 min walk)
Avenida • Lines: Azul (9 min walk)

Train

Rossio (14 min walk)
Santos (22 min walk)

Ferry

Cais do Sodré • Lines: Ferries da Transtejo (26 min walk)