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MAAT – Museu de Arte, Arquitetura e Tecnologia: free entry days, tickets & hours
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MAAT is free for some visitors, not for everyone.
- Free for: on the first Sunday of every month 10am-1pm for residents of Portugal; children aged 0-12; the companion of a visitor with specific needs.
- Otherwise: full price (non-residents of Portugal) — €16.
Calendar
Free days at MAAT
For Portugal residents
- SUN1NOVSunday, 1 November 2026 · in 8 days · 10:00–13:00
- SUN6DECSunday, 6 December 2026 · in 6 weeks · 10:00–13:00
- SUN3JANSunday, 3 January 2027 · in 2 months · 10:00–13:00
- SUN7FEBSunday, 7 February 2027 · in 4 months · 10:00–13:00
- SUN7MARSunday, 7 March 2027 · in 4 months · 10:00–13:00
- SUN4APRSunday, 4 April 2027 · in 5 months · 10:00–13:00
Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Live in Portugal? The first Sunday morning of each month (10am-1pm) is free.
- Closed on Tuesdays.
- Kids up to 12 go free.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free hoursFree on the first Sunday of every month 10am-1pm for residents of Portugal · 10:00–13:00 | Portugal residents | Residents of Portugal only; proof may be requested. | No |
| Free forFree for children aged 0-12 | up to 12 | — | No |
| Free forFree for the companion of a visitor with specific needs | carers of visitors with disabilities | — | No |
Official prices
MAAT ticket prices
| Full price (non-residents of Portugal) — Residents of Portugal €12 (students €9, seniors 65+/unemployed €10.20); non-resident students €12. | €16 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (full price (non-residents of portugal)). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 10:00–19:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | 10:00–19:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–19:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–19:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–19:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–19:00 |
Wednesday to Monday 10am-7pm; closed Tuesdays. The ticket office may close before museum closing time when busy.
Avenida Brasília, Belém, 1300-598 Lisboa, Portugal
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FAQ
MAAT: common questions
Is MAAT free?
MAAT has no free entry for everyone. Also free: on the first Sunday of every month 10am-1pm for residents of Portugal; children aged 0-12; the companion of a visitor with specific needs. Otherwise the official ticket costs €16.
When are the free days at MAAT for Portugal residents?
Upcoming free dates for Portugal residents: Sun 1 Nov (10:00–13:00), Sun 6 Dec (10:00–13:00), Sun 3 Jan (10:00–13:00) and Sun 7 Feb (10:00–13:00). Bring proof of eligibility; booking rules are listed above.
Who gets free entry to MAAT?
Up to 12. Carers of visitors with disabilities.
How much is a ticket to MAAT?
Full price (non-residents of Portugal) costs €16 on the official site.
What day is MAAT closed?
MAAT is closed on Tuesdays. Wednesday to Monday 10am-7pm; closed Tuesdays. The ticket office may close before museum closing time when busy.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- maat.pt/pt/planear-visita · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
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