This practical guide to the Museu Coleção Berardo (Belém) gives exact, verified details that matter on the day: opening hours, ticket price, how to get there by tram or train, parking charges at the Centro Cultural de Belém, accessibility services and the best times to visit so you can plan with confidence.
A short history and overview of Museu Coleção Berardo
The Museu Coleção Berardo opened in Belém, Lisbon, in 2007 to display José Berardo’s modern and contemporary collection – works spanning major 20th-century movements through to contemporary practice. It sits inside the Centro Cultural de Belém (CCB) on Praça do Império, the same cultural complex that houses rotating contemporary-art shows and architecture programmes.
The permanent Berardo collection is arranged to show movements and dialogues (Cubism, Surrealism, Pop, Minimalism and more), and temporary exhibitions change regularly. The museum’s location makes it easy to combine a visit with Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower and the riverside.
How to get to Museu Coleção Berardo by tram, train and bus
The museum address is Praça do Império, 1449-003 Lisboa. The simplest public-transport options from central Lisbon are the riverside tram and the Cais do Sodré train.
- Tram 15E (Carris): The No. 15E tram runs along the riverfront and stops at Centro Cultural de Belém / Mosteiro Jerónimos—the stop for the museum. This is the most direct surface route from Praça do Comércio / Cais do Sodré.
- Train (Cais do Sodré → Belém): Take the Cascais‐line suburban train from Cais do Sodré one stop to Belém (the station is a short walk to the CCB). The train is faster when traffic is heavy.
- Buses: Several Carris buses serve Belém; check local schedules for the route nearest your hotel. The tourist bus loops also stop in Belém in high season.
Opening hours and exact ticket price (verified)
Opening hours: The museum at Centro Cultural de Belém operates Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00–18:30 (last admission normally 18:00). The museum is closed on Mondays; check the CCB site for exceptional closures.
Ticket price (permanent collection): Standard admission to the Museu Coleção Berardo is €7.00 for Portuguese residents and €15 for overseas visitors. Concessions (students, seniors and certain youth categories) cost €5.50 for Portuguese residents and €12 for overseas visitors. Special temporary exhibitions sometimes carry a separate surcharge.
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Parking at Centro Cultural de Belém and exact parking charges
The Centro Cultural de Belém runs an on-site garage and public parking for visitors. The CCB publishes its garage tariff structure; the charges are applied in 15-minute fractions with a daily maximum. These are the CCB’s stated rates:
- €0.50 per 15 minutes for the initial periods (up to the 3rd hour), then €0.40 per 15-minute fraction thereafter.
- Maximum daily charge: €20.00 (and a charge for a lost ticket of €20.00).
Municipal on-street parking in Belém is run by EMEL and follows its published tariffs (for example: €1.00 for 1 hour; €2.00 for 2 hours; €3.80 for 3 hours; €5.60 for 4 hours). Use the CCB garage for the shortest walk to the museum.
Accessibility, assistive devices and terrain
The Centro Cultural de Belém and the museum area are designed to be accessible: ramps and lifts provide step-free access between public areas and galleries, and the CCB states it can provide a wheelchair on request (contact in advance). Service animals are permitted.
If you need an audio guide or other assistive service, contact the museum before your visit to confirm current availability.
When to visit and how long to allow
For fewer people and a calmer visit, aim for weekday mornings soon after opening or late afternoons on non-weekend days. Belém is busiest in late spring and summer between 11:00 and 16:00, and at the weekend the area around the Jerónimos Monastery and Pastéis de Belém can be congested.
Most visitors allocate around 1 to 1.5 hours for the permanent Berardo display; add time for temporary exhibitions, the CCB galleries or the museum shop and café. Combine the museum with Jerónimos Monastery and the riverside if you have a half-day.
Suggested one-day itinerary and nearby attractions
- Start at the Museu Coleção Berardo in the morning and take the permanent collection route.
- Walk to Mosteiro dos Jerónimos (Jerónimos Monastery) and time your visit or photo stop for the quieter mid-afternoon.
- Try a late lunch at a riverside café and then visit the Belém Tower, Monument to the Discoveries or the MAAT if you still have time.
FAQ: practical visitor questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the verified opening hours? | Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00–18:30 (last admission usually 18:00). Closed Mondays (check for exceptions). |
| How much is admission? | Standard admission for the permanent Berardo collection is €5.00. Temporary exhibitions can require an additional fee; concessions exist. |
| Which tram or train is best? | Take tram 15E (Carris) to Centro Cultural de Belém or the Cais do Sodré → Belém suburban train (Cascais line) and walk to the CCB—both stop close to the museum. |
| What are the exact parking charges? | The CCB garage charges €0.50 per 15 minutes initially (up to the 3rd hour), then €0.40 per 15-minute fraction thereafter; daily maximum €20.00. Municipal street and other garage tariffs vary. |
| Are the galleries wheelchair-friendly? | Yes. The CCB provides step-free access and loan wheelchairs on request; contact accessibility staff in advance for guaranteed assistance. |
| How long should I plan to stay? | Plan 1–1.5 hours for the permanent collection, longer if you want to visit temporary shows and nearby sites. |
| Are there cafés or toilets on site? | Yes. The CCB complex has café facilities and public restrooms; use the centre’s visitor information for exact opening times on the day. |
| Do I have to book ahead? | Booking is recommended on busy days and for some temporary exhibitions; general admission for the permanent collection is often available on arrival. |
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