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Calouste Gulbenkian Museum vs Museu do Oriente
Both are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Gulbenkian Museum scores slightly better than Museu do Oriente. Gulbenkian Museum is ranked #7 in Lisbon with approval from 4 publications such as Travel + Leisure, concierge.com and Frommer's.
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Avenida de Berna 45a, Lisbon 1067-001, Portugal
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The museum's buildings blend in harmoniously with the gardens of the Calouste Gulbenkian museum, which were designed at the end of the 1960s."
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Afar Magazine
"Museu Calouste Gulbenkian’s heroic collection of Eastern and Western art is nearly incomparable in Europe. Hidden away in a complex inside leafy Gulbenkian Park, the museum is a..."
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Museu do Oriente
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's
Avenida de Brasilia, Doca de Alcântara (Norte), Lisbon 1350-362, Portugal
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The beautifully designed Museu do Oriente highlights Portugal’s ties with Asia, from colonial baby steps in Macau to ancestor worship."
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Fodor's
"Highlights of the permanent collections include unique maps and charts from the golden age of Portuguese maritime exploration and stunning Chinese and Japanese painted screens. "
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Opened in 2008 in the Alcântara docks, this huge cultural centre is located in the former refrigerated cod stores."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"Many of the featured works here address Portugal’s influence on Asia...there's a cafeteria and rooftop restaurant that's known for its Sunday brunch—and its killer views."
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Make sure to see the Japanese and Namban screens; the Indo-Portuguese furniture, silverware, and ivory; and the array of masks.
Frommer's
"With the aim of broadening inter-cultural understanding, the museum regularly hosts temporary exhibitions showcasing contemporary Asian artists."
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