Why go
Tiles are shown here as architecture, image and historical record rather than simple decoration. The former Madre de Deus Convent gives the collection a layered setting, while the long panorama of Lisbon preserves a visual account of the city before the 1755 earthquake.
What to look for
- The Grande Panorama de Lisboa records the city’s waterfront and skyline before the 1755 earthquake.
- Galleries occupy the former Madre de Deus Convent, founded by Queen Leonor in 1509.
- Convent rooms and the church place displayed tiles back within an architectural setting.
Useful to know
- Confirm that the museum has reopened before travelling to Rua Madre de Deus.
- When access resumes, save time for both the tile sequence and the convent interiors.
- Use the Lisbon panorama as an orientation point before comparing its waterfront with the modern city.
Your next visit
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Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
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