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Lisbon Oceanarium Guided Tour

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See the Lisbon Oceanarium on a guided tour led by a marine educator. Discover 8,000 marine creatures and the ‘Submerged Universe’ exhibition.

Highlights

  • Explore Lisbon Oceanarium on a 90-minute guided tour with a marine educator, offering fascinating insights into marine life and ecosystems.

  • Discover 8,000 marine creatures from 500 species as you journey through immersive underwater habitats, from the Atlantic to the Indo-Pacific.

  • See ‘Submerged Universe’, an immersive exhibition at Oceanário de Lisboa, created with Les Ateliers BK, for a beautiful audiovisual experience.

  • Learn about marine conservation, biodiversity, and ocean sustainability from an expert guide.

  • See exotic species like the African Butterflyfish and the rare Dusky Salamander, thriving in carefully maintained oceanic conditions.

Inclusions

  • Entry to Lisbon Oceanarium

  • 90-minute guided tour

  • Expert Portuguese or English-speaking guide

  • Access to temporary & permanent exhibitions

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Discover the wonders of marine life

Located in Parque das Nações, Oceanário de Lisboa is one of the world’s most impressive aquariums, offering an immersive journey through the ocean’s depths. Home to 8,000 marine animals from 500 species, the aquarium replicates diverse marine ecosystems, allowing you to observe sharks, rays, otters, and vibrant tropical fish up close. Join a 90-minute guided tour led by a marine educator to uncover fascinating facts about the ocean’s inhabitants and their hidden adaptations.

A journey through unique exhibitions

See the One Planet, One Ocean exhibit, the main aquarium containing 5 million liters of seawater, where species from the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, and Antarctic Oceans coexist. Don’t miss ‘Forests Underwater’ by Takashi Amano, a 40-meter-long nature aquarium featuring 10,000 tropical fish and 46 species of aquatic plants, accompanied by a relaxing soundtrack by Rodrigo Leão.

What to bring

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes to explore the large aquarium space.

  • Bring a fully charged phone to show your mobile ticket.

What's not allowed

  • Flash photography is not allowed in the aquarium to protect marine life.

  • Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the Lisbon Oceanarium.

Accessibility

  • The Lisbon Oceanarium is wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators for easy navigation.

Additional information

  • The guided tour is available in Portuguese and English— confirm your preferred language while booking.

  • Expect dim lighting and immersive audiovisual effects in certain exhibition areas.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide at the ticket office at Oceanário de Lisboa.

  • Address: Esplanada Dom Carlos I s/nº, 1990-005 Lisboa, Portugal.

Get directions to the meeting point

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