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Oceanário de Lisboa (Lisbon Oceanarium)
Best time to visit
Early morning at opening or late afternoon before closing are best, when crowds are smallest and feeding talks are scheduled.
Budget tips
Standard adult tickets are around €18-20, with reduced rates for children and seniors and free entry for under-3s; check the official site for current prices. Book timed tickets online to skip queues and look for Lisboa Card or city pass offers that sometimes include discounts or entry.
Recommended for
Families, Marine life enthusiasts, Photography enthusiasts, School and educational groups
Plan your visit
1.5-2 hours
About
Faits rapides: Préparez-vous à être enveloppé par une lumière filtrée et le ballet silencieux de bancs de poissons autour d'un réservoir central colossal, contenant plusieurs millions de litres d'eau et offrant une perspective panoramique digne d'une ville sous-marine. En prime, quatre écosystèmes reconstitués présentent des centaines d'espèces différentes, tandis que l'équipe sur place mène des programmes d'éducation et de conservation visibles pour protéger les habitats marins.
Points forts: Dans le hall central, un aquarium de cinq millions de litres offre un horizon marin où nagent des raies, des requins et des bancs de poissons; la lumière qui s'y infiltre ressemble à un coucher de soleil sous l'eau. Les soigneurs murmurent parfois des 'concerts' d'alimentation, synchronisant les repas pour plus de 450 espèces, transformant chaque distribution en un ballet silencieux et presque musical.
Insider tips
- Arrive at opening or after 4 pm to avoid tour groups and long lines.
- Start at the top gallery and spiral down around the central tank for the best uninterrupted views and photo angles.
- Wear a light layer and comfortable shoes, the building can feel cool and involves a fair amount of walking.
- Check the daily schedule for feeding talks at the central tank, they offer the best close encounters and photo opportunities.
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La meilleure façon de découvrir une ville avec un guide local.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
Reviews
Reviews (2)
4.5Arrived at 9am, almost no line and calm views of the huge central tank. Ticket was 19€, the short guided talk was worth the extra fee; skip the overpriced cafe.
Went at 2pm on a Saturday and it was packed, expect queues for exhibits. Kids loved the touch pools but the special shark feed was 6€ and felt too short.
