What do we propose this spring-summer? Feel like a marquis in the gardens of a palace, step inside a painting or challenge the laws of creativity and talent, through ceramics, illustration and design.
Explore five surprising exhibitions in the city of seven hills from the
Hotel Marquês de Pombal, located on the charming
Avenida da Liberdade. Take advantage of your stay at our
4-star hotel in Lisbon to awaken your senses and immerse yourself in the artistic richness of the Portuguese capital with these remarkable exhibitions:
1. Bordalo em TrânsitoA notable figure in
Portuguese culture,
Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro changed the artistic panorama in Portugal in the second half of the 19th century.
From graphic arts to ceramics, including
visual arts, cartoons, object design and decoration, this multifaceted artist was part of the circle of intellectuals that marked the 70s Generation.
Until June 30th, you can visit his iconic work in the exhibition “
Bordalo em Trânsito” at the
Bordalo Pinheiro Museum, in
Campo Grande. In an essay that revisits his favourite themes, this exhibition offers a plural and informed reading of this personality's talent.
With a current approach, “Bordalo em Trânsito” promises to awaken the critical and humorous spirit of the public, becoming a mandatory stop for art lovers. Will you join us at this exhibition? Discover it
here!2. Pintura em Movimento (Painting in Motion)Have you visited the first Portuguese
immersive exhibition dedicated to the work of a national artist? “
Pintura em Movimento” is an ode to the talent of the internationally recognized artist
Maria Helena Vieira da Silva.
Born in Lisbon,
Vieira da Silva established herself as a painter in Paris, becoming one of the most celebrated abstract artists in Europe in the 1950s.
Allow yourself to immerse in a sensorial experience that combines art, moving image and sound, in an innovative way. To accompany this artistic journey, you can count on the original soundtrack by musician and composer
Rodrigo Leão.
This spring-summer, let yourself be enveloped by the magic of colours and shapes in a unique setting, which transports us to a universe of emotions and contemplation. Waiting for you at
Fundação Arpad Szenes – Vieira da Silva, in
Praça das Amoreiras.
3. Banksy Museum LisbonGet ready for an enigmatic journey through the world of
street art with the world's most famous anonymous artist,
Banksy.
With thousands of
urban works of art spread across several cities around the world, Banksy has been the subject of exhibitions, books, documentaries, and even built
Dismaland, the dystopian version of
Disneyland.
Through 100 reproductions of the works of this mysterious artist, the
Banksy Lisbon Museum, at
Capsule Gallery Lisbon, brings us a unique vision of political and social issues, almost always shrouded in satire and dark humour.
An immersive experience that promises to challenge perception and inspire deep reflections. Ready to watch? Surprise yourself
here!
4. Jardins Abertos (Open Gardens)“Nature” is the word that best matches spring. And what better way to enjoy it than strolling through
Lisbon's gardens, with the
Jardins Abertos festival?
During two consecutive weekends (May 18th to 19th and May 25th to 26th), 26 city gardens open their doors for free, inviting you to explore the capital's verdant beauty.
Guided tours, gardening projects, and many other activities promise to surprise the whole family.
The
Estufa Fria de Lisboa, the
Monsanto Forest Park, the
Jardim do Dragão – Macau Scientific and Cultural Center, the
Gulbenkian Garden and the
Lisbon Museum Gardens – Palácio Pimenta are some of the idyllic settings that are part of this initiative that promotes the connection with nature and sustainability. Are we counting on you? Find out more
here!
5. Lisbon by Design’24This year,
Palacete Gomes Freire once again hosts
Lisbon by Design, an annual art and design fair that brings together a series of contemporary and vintage works by various artists, designers and artisans.
In an exclusive and intimate environment, expect to find here, until May 26th, a selection of interior design and art galleries, from the latest collections to illustrious antique dealers, all based in Portugal.
Let yourself be enchanted by creativity and embrace a unique experience of discovery and inspiration! To find out
here.
After a day full of culture and art, there's nothing like a relaxing stay, with all of Lisbon in a hotel. We are waiting for you at Hotel Marquês de Pombal, your
hotel on Avenida da Liberdade, where comfort and elegance meet. Enjoy the panoramic views from our
suites and surrender to the charm of this cosmopolitan city with a thousand charms!