Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II
Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II
Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II
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11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Neighbourhood: Baixa, Rossio & Restauradores
A pending candidate to become a World Heritage Site, Lisbon's downtown (the "Baixa Pombalina", or simply "Baixa") is a perfect example of anti-earthquake construction, having been rebuilt following the 1755 earthquake by the famous Marquês de Pombal (hence its name). Its offer is vast: restaurants and cafes in Rossio and Restauradores, outlets and shops in the Áurea, Augusta, Prata and other famous streets, the imponent Praça do Comércio and its Arch, the luxury shops along the Avenida da Liberdade, this is the beating heart of the city center. The Baixa also grants easy access to trains leading to Sintra, the trams that go around the Castle hill, old neighborhoods or even take you to Belém, and Lisbon's traditional restaurants and cafes. Considering a visit to the Fashion and Design Museum (free entrance) and don't forget to try the famous liquor, "ginjinha"!
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- Rossio • 2 min walk
- Restauradores • 3 min walk
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4.0
144 reviews
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Very good
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia50,924 contributions
Apr 2019
Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II is a beautiful building. It stands on a very historic site and in one of the most prestigious areas of the city, Rossio Square, or Praca Dom Pedro IV. The site used to be an old palace which was destroyed by fire in the 19th century and rebuilt. It then became the site for the National Theatre. The interior of the Theatre housed many artworks by important Portuguese artists. Unfortunately, however, history repeated itself in the form of yet another destructive fire in 1964! The Portuguese, though, were determined so they rebuilt the whole thing again and the Theatre started its work again in 1978. It is a wonderful building so try not to miss visiting it if you can.
Written 25 March 2020
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Hello Dimitris.
We would like to thank you for the feedback you gave to the National Theatre D. Maria II :)
Written 30 March 2020
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SueSwede
Sweden125 contributions
Feb 2018 • Friends
Unfortunately we couldn't go on the tour, the guide talked for 4mins in Portuguese then 30secs in English, another 4mins in Portuguese then 30secs in English, we realised this wasn't going to work :-(
It is a beautiful building though.
It is a beautiful building though.
Written 12 February 2018
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Gerard B
Newbridge, Ireland922 contributions
Oct 2018 • Family
We didn't go to the Theatre. But our Daughter needed a toilet in an emergency. In Rosario Square ( I think that's the name of the square ) there is a lack of public restrooms. So, I brought Her into the Theatre and asked if we could use their tiolet. They could not have been nicer or more obliging.
That gesture of kindness we really appreciate and I am writing this review to express my gratitude to them.
That gesture of kindness we really appreciate and I am writing this review to express my gratitude to them.
Written 12 November 2018
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dopeyhopey
England478 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
The tour lasted just over an hour with an English speaking guide. She was excellent and we saw the theatre from top to bottom (seamstresses room; small theatre; main auditorium; dressing room; foyer; and area for scene painting. We were a small group of eight. There are lifts for those, like me, who find stairs hard work. YOU NEED TO BOOK BEFOREHAND. The official advice is to book the previous Friday, but they kindly accepted us on the day. It is very cheap and very well worth doing.
Written 23 October 2018
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IAN D
Wigan, UK26,110 contributions
July 2023 • Couples
This is a very grand and imposing building at one end of Rossio square. A beautiful building to look at with its columns and sculptures that adorn it's frontage
Written 30 June 2023
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StephenCross
Dublin, Ireland30,721 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
This is a wonderful building and a night time viewing is recommended. Sits on a busy square with fountains and a massive statute at the top of a column.
Written 29 August 2021
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545medva
Budapest, Hungary3,901 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
On the Rossario Square theri si the theater, where eralier the Inquisition Palace was standing. Imposant six columns with a big tympanon on the front side. The interior is very nice, and after the big fire in 1964, it is completely reconstructed.
Written 18 June 2015
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Rui P
Lisbon, Portugal177 contributions
Nov 2013 • Friends
Located right in the center of Lisbon, it is a beautiful beaulding. If you can get inside, try to appreciate the XIX style with big chandeliers and the throne balcony.
It is and interesting place but if your time in the city is limited, it is not a must-see.
It is and interesting place but if your time in the city is limited, it is not a must-see.
Written 29 November 2013
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TheShis
Tel Aviv, Israel42,744 contributions
Sept 2013 • Couples
The National Theater of Portugal in Rossio square is a lovely building.
The original Neo-Classical building was built in the mid 19th century but was severely damaged by a fire that broke inside in the mid 1960's. Thankfully, within a couple of years, the place was reconstructed to its previous splendor.
While not being the biggest theater, it sure is impressive.
Alas, no tours of the theaters were available when we visited it, so we only had a chance to admire it from the outside.
The original Neo-Classical building was built in the mid 19th century but was severely damaged by a fire that broke inside in the mid 1960's. Thankfully, within a couple of years, the place was reconstructed to its previous splendor.
While not being the biggest theater, it sure is impressive.
Alas, no tours of the theaters were available when we visited it, so we only had a chance to admire it from the outside.
Written 30 October 2013
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arlc
Portsmouth, UK105 contributions
Feb 2012
It's one of the most beautiful theaters in the world. The main room is just fantastic, and the experience of watching a play is become even better be the surroundings.
Written 11 December 2012
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Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II
Lisbon, Portugal
Hello Naomi,
you can find all of our program in our website.
If you want to buy tickets for any of our performances, you can buy it at our ticket office in the theatre or online.
If you have any more questions, feel free to contact us whenever you need. Hope to see you soon!
Written 9 October 2019
Their website is in Portuguese. I can't understand the language. If I am there outside the building on 12 March, can I just buy a ticket to go inside and see what is playing or do I have to go on line and book only to avoid not getting tickets?
Written 3 January 2017
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