Casa da Quinta da Pimenta

Casa da Quinta da Pimenta is a palace from the 1700s with two main floors and an attic level, located in Alvalade. The building has ground-level windows and a large central gateway designed for carriages to enter the formal courtyard.

The palace was built starting in 1734 under a noble's direction during an important period when two kings ruled Portugal. Its construction reflected the growth of grand estates around Lisbon during that century.

The name comes from the family that owned and lived in the house during the 1700s, who were influential in the Lisbon region. Today you can see how the city's residents lived and what mattered to them through the displayed collections.

The site includes a documentation center and gardens divided into three separate sections that you can explore at your own pace. There is a kiosk on the garden terrace where you can have a drink or snack.

The east wing displays rooms decorated as they would have appeared in the 1700s, featuring hand-painted tiles from 1746 with scenes of country life and romance. These tiles were made using techniques that were common in Portuguese workshops at that time.

Location: Alvalade

Part of: Museu de Lisboa

GPS coordinates: 38.75845,-9.15666

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07