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Oceanario Lisboa

Whether you're traveling with children or not, Oceanario Lisboa is the perfect place for you! With over 16,000 individual animals, spread across 45 species. Wave at penguins, seagulls, sharks, rays, chimeras, seahorses, bony fish, sea urchins, corals, octopuses, jellyfish, and other marine organisms!

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Oceanario Lisboa
Family observing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Father and child watching shark at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Couple admiring aquatic life at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Woman observing illuminated marine display at Lisbon Oceanarium Submerged Universe.
Lisbon Oceanarium building on water with clear blue sky, Portugal.
Women observing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.
People viewing jellyfish display at Lisbon Oceanarium's Submerged Universe exhibit.
Father and child exploring Lisbon Oceanarium's Submerged Universe exhibit.
Penguins gathered on rocky terrain at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Visitors viewing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Sea anemones in vibrant colors at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Guided Tours
Flexible duration
  • Set foot into Europe's largest and most immersive aquarium, with access to all the permanent and temporary exhibitions, including Forests Underwater by Takashi Amano.

  • Encounter over 15,000 marine creatures from 500 species in immersive habitats inspired by the world's four major oceanic regions.

  • Marvel at countless aquatic species in the cathedral-like acrylic 5-million-liter central tank. Highlights include sunfish, sandbar sharks, and sunflower starfish, among others.

  • Explore the Submerged Universe exhibition and witness how it seamlessly combines the celestial world with the deep sea, demonstrating the balance of underwater ecosystems.

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  • Set foot into Europe's largest and most immersive aquarium, with access to all the permanent and temporary exhibitions, including Forests Underwater by Takashi Amano.

  • Encounter over 15,000 marine creatures from 500 species in immersive habitats inspired by the world's four major oceanic regions.

  • Marvel at countless aquatic species in the cathedral-like acrylic 5-million-liter central tank. Highlights include sunfish, sandbar sharks, and sunflower starfish, among others.

  • Explore the Submerged Universe exhibition and witness how it seamlessly combines the celestial world with the deep sea, demonstrating the balance of underwater ecosystems.

from €31
€25

19% off

Lisbon Oceanarium marine life and Telecabine cable cars over Tagus River.
Lisbon Oceanarium building surrounded by water with cityscape in the background.
Visitors observing marine life at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Lisbon Oceanarium with Telecabine cable car over water, cityscape in background.
Cable cars over Tagus River in Lisbon during the Telecabine Lisbon Experience.
Father and child exploring Lisbon Oceanarium's Submerged Universe exhibit.
Family observing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Father and child watching shark at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Lisbon cable cars over Tagus River near Oceanarium and Vasco da Gama Bridge.
Lisbon cable cars against a blue sky near trees.
Telecabine Lisbon cable car station by the waterfront with gondola in the air.
Visitors viewing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Flexible duration
  • Discover the endless wonders of the oceanic ecosystem and enjoy a stunning, panoramic view of Lisbon's cityscape with a single combo.

  • Witness over 15,000 creatures from 500+ unique species across four major oceanic zones at the Oceanário, with access to all exhibitions, including Takashi Amano's Forests Underwater.

  • Take in the enormous expanse of the 5-million-litre-strong Central Ocean Tank as it envelops you in a vibrant and memorable demonstration of our oceanic ecosystems.

  • Ride the cable car at a height of 30 meters, and spot key landmarks like the Vasco de Gama Bridge, the St. Gabriel and St. Raphael Towers, and the Tagus River beneath you.

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  • Discover the endless wonders of the oceanic ecosystem and enjoy a stunning, panoramic view of Lisbon's cityscape with a single combo.

  • Witness over 15,000 creatures from 500+ unique species across four major oceanic zones at the Oceanário, with access to all exhibitions, including Takashi Amano's Forests Underwater.

  • Take in the enormous expanse of the 5-million-litre-strong Central Ocean Tank as it envelops you in a vibrant and memorable demonstration of our oceanic ecosystems.

  • Ride the cable car at a height of 30 meters, and spot key landmarks like the Vasco de Gama Bridge, the St. Gabriel and St. Raphael Towers, and the Tagus River beneath you.

from €40.50
€34.50

15% off

Aquarium visitor watching a shark swim; flamingos in a lush outdoor habitat.
Family observing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Father and child exploring Lisbon Oceanarium's Submerged Universe exhibit.
Bears in an enclosure at Lisbon Zoo with a stone wall background.
Cable car ride over animal enclosures at Lisbon Zoo, Portugal.
Woman observing illuminated marine display at Lisbon Oceanarium Submerged Universe.
Sea anemones in vibrant colors at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Couple admiring aquatic life at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Family observing giraffes at Jardim Zoologico, Lisbon.
Family observing giraffes at Jardim Zoologico, Lisbon.
Family observing giraffes at Jardim Zoologico, Lisbon.
Flexible duration
  • Enjoy fast-track entry at the Lisbon Zoo and witness some of the world's most elusive species, including the Sumatran tiger, the African elephant, and the giraffe, among several others

  • Enjoy a birds-eye view of the zoo with a 20-minute cable car ride, giving you a glimpse into the diversity of species the venue is home to.

  • Explore the Oceanário’s vibrant marine worlds, home to over 15,000 creatures from the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific oceans.

  • Stroll through immersive exhibitions and discover the Oceanário’s conservation efforts and highlights like Takashi Amano's Forests Underwater, the Sea Otter Pavillion, and more.

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  • Enjoy fast-track entry at the Lisbon Zoo and witness some of the world's most elusive species, including the Sumatran tiger, the African elephant, and the giraffe, among several others

  • Enjoy a birds-eye view of the zoo with a 20-minute cable car ride, giving you a glimpse into the diversity of species the venue is home to.

  • Explore the Oceanário’s vibrant marine worlds, home to over 15,000 creatures from the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific oceans.

  • Stroll through immersive exhibitions and discover the Oceanário’s conservation efforts and highlights like Takashi Amano's Forests Underwater, the Sea Otter Pavillion, and more.

from €66
€57

14% off

Lisbon's Rua Augusta Arch and Oceanário de Lisboa exterior.
Father and child watching shark at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Stingray swimming in Oceanário de Lisboa, Lisbon.
Belem Tower in Lisbon with a wooden walkway over the Tagus River.
Jerónimos Monastery with fountain in Lisbon, near National Museum of Contemporary Art.
Stingray swimming in Oceanário de Lisboa, Lisbon.
Couple admiring aquatic life at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Altar inside Jeronimos Monastery, Lisbon, with ornate columns and religious artwork.
Lisbon's Parque das Nações with modern architecture and waterfall feature.
Lisbon tram on a steep street with colorful buildings and flowers.
Visitors viewing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Lisbon Oceanarium exterior with modern architecture and glass facade.
Flexible duration
  • Unlock the best of Lisbon with a 24-hour city card, free entry to 51 attractions, unlimited public transport, and access to the Oceanário de Lisboa with a single ticket.

  • Explore Jerónimos Monastery, National Tile Museum, and more - your card covers all of Lisbon's major attractions. An interactive map also helps you navigate these attractions with ease.

  • Dive into the Oceanário de Lisboa, home to 15,000+ marine creatures and immersive exhibits across four ocean habitats.

  • Access all the permanent and temporary exhibitions, such as Takashi Amano's Forests Underwater, and learn more about the Oceanário's conservation efforts.

  • Upgrade your tickets to a Lisbon card with a 48 or 72-hour validity for the benefit of exploring the best of the city at a relaxed pace.

More details

  • Unlock the best of Lisbon with a 24-hour city card, free entry to 51 attractions, unlimited public transport, and access to the Oceanário de Lisboa with a single ticket.

  • Explore Jerónimos Monastery, National Tile Museum, and more - your card covers all of Lisbon's major attractions. An interactive map also helps you navigate these attractions with ease.

  • Dive into the Oceanário de Lisboa, home to 15,000+ marine creatures and immersive exhibits across four ocean habitats.

  • Access all the permanent and temporary exhibitions, such as Takashi Amano's Forests Underwater, and learn more about the Oceanário's conservation efforts.

  • Upgrade your tickets to a Lisbon card with a 48 or 72-hour validity for the benefit of exploring the best of the city at a relaxed pace.

from €82
€72.20

12% off

Father and child at Lisbon Oceanarium; view of St. George’s Castle, Lisbon.
Child observing fish at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Underwater forest exhibit by Takashi Amano at Oceanarium, featuring diverse aquatic plants.
Lisbon Oceanarium building on water with clear blue sky, Portugal.
Tourists walking along the stone walls of St. George Castle in Lisbon.
Man seated on St. George’s Castle wall overlooking Lisbon cityscape.
Towers and stone walls of St. George’s Castle in Lisbon under a blue sky.
Flexible duration
  • Discover over 8,000 creatures and 500 species of exotic fish and tropical amphibians like African Butterflyfish and Salamander at Lisbon’s Oceanarium.
  • Marvel at ocean ecosystems such as Tropical Indian coral reefs and Takashi Amano's underwater interpretation of tropical rainforests.
  • Explore the famous St George’s Castle housing well-preserved remains of Moorish walls and towers that date back to Lisbon's early Islamic period.
  • Stroll through the gardens dotted with beautifully landscaped areas, lush greenery, and ponds.
  • Did you know? Legend has it that a knight named Martim Moniz sacrificed himself to keep the castle gates open during a battle against the Moors.

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  • Discover over 8,000 creatures and 500 species of exotic fish and tropical amphibians like African Butterflyfish and Salamander at Lisbon’s Oceanarium.
  • Marvel at ocean ecosystems such as Tropical Indian coral reefs and Takashi Amano's underwater interpretation of tropical rainforests.
  • Explore the famous St George’s Castle housing well-preserved remains of Moorish walls and towers that date back to Lisbon's early Islamic period.
  • Stroll through the gardens dotted with beautifully landscaped areas, lush greenery, and ponds.
  • Did you know? Legend has it that a knight named Martim Moniz sacrificed himself to keep the castle gates open during a battle against the Moors.
from €53
€44.65

16% off

Lisbon Oceanário jellyfish display and SL Benfica Museum trophy room.
Lisbon Oceanarium building on water with clear blue sky, Portugal.
Father and child watching shark at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Benfica Stadium players tunnel leading to the field, Lisbon, Portugal.
Trophy collection display at Benfica Stadium museum, Lisbon.
Penguins gathered on rocky terrain at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Family observing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Visitors viewing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Benfica Stadium museum display with historic football jerseys and player photos.
Visitors in Benfica Stadium museum's virtual lift viewing digital display.
Benfica Stadium view from spectator stand showing green field and red seating.
Benfica Stadium player entrance with view of the field and stands in Lisbon, Portugal.
Benfica Stadium museum trophy display with numerous awards on shelves.
Flexible duration
  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Lisbon Oceanário and a self-guided tour of the Benfica Museum, which chronicles the club's history through 100+ years.

  • Dive into one of Europe’s largest aquariums, home to 15,000 marine creatures and immersive exhibits inspired by four global oceans.

  • Read through Cosme Damião's history at the museum, the founder of SL Benfica, and don't miss out on the 88 trophies, including the two European Cups.

  • Your visit to the museum also gets you a free Benfica scarf from the club's official merchandise store - the perfect souvenir to mark your visit.

  • Upgrade your experience by choosing a bilingual stadium tour, or combine your Oceanário tickets with those to the museum & the stadium.

More details

  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Lisbon Oceanário and a self-guided tour of the Benfica Museum, which chronicles the club's history through 100+ years.

  • Dive into one of Europe’s largest aquariums, home to 15,000 marine creatures and immersive exhibits inspired by four global oceans.

  • Read through Cosme Damião's history at the museum, the founder of SL Benfica, and don't miss out on the 88 trophies, including the two European Cups.

  • Your visit to the museum also gets you a free Benfica scarf from the club's official merchandise store - the perfect souvenir to mark your visit.

  • Upgrade your experience by choosing a bilingual stadium tour, or combine your Oceanário tickets with those to the museum & the stadium.

from €45.99
€35.99

22% off

Lisboa's Oceanário marine life and National Palace of Pena in Sintra, Portugal.
Lisboa Oceanário exterior with surrounding greenery and modern architecture.
Lisboa Oceanário marine life with diverse fish and sea plants.
Underwater view of fish swimming among lush aquatic plants at Lisboa's Oceanário.
Underwater scene with lush aquatic plants and small fish at Lisboa's Oceanário.
Visitors observing marine life at Lisboa's Oceanário with "One Planet, One Ocean" sign.
Visitors viewing ocean life display at Lisboa's Oceanário.
Underwater plants and fish at Lisboa's Oceanário.
Underwater scene at Lisboa's Oceanário with diverse fish and marine life.
Flexible duration
  • Save big as you enjoy timed entry to Pena Palace & discover exotic fish at Oceanario de Lisboa

  • Admire the beautiful structures of Pena Palace in Sintra built with a mix of eclectic styles.

  • Stroll through the park surrounding the Palace, spread across 200 hectares of botanical richness.

  • Be spellbound by the majestic sea creatures at the Oceanário including sharks, manta rays, and jellyfish.

  • Click stunning pictures with penguins, sea otters & gorgeous corals.

  • Learn how to protect marine life & about Oceanário’s amazing conservative efforts.

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  • Save big as you enjoy timed entry to Pena Palace & discover exotic fish at Oceanario de Lisboa

  • Admire the beautiful structures of Pena Palace in Sintra built with a mix of eclectic styles.

  • Stroll through the park surrounding the Palace, spread across 200 hectares of botanical richness.

  • Be spellbound by the majestic sea creatures at the Oceanário including sharks, manta rays, and jellyfish.

  • Click stunning pictures with penguins, sea otters & gorgeous corals.

  • Learn how to protect marine life & about Oceanário’s amazing conservative efforts.

from €56
€45

20% off

Lisboa's Oceanário, National Palace of Pena, and National Palace of Sintra in a collage.
National Palace of Sintra with iconic chimneys and surrounding gardens.
Digital display of ocean waves at Lisboa's Oceanário exhibit.
Lisboa Oceanário marine life with diverse fish and sea plants.
Underwater view of fish swimming among lush aquatic plants at Lisboa's Oceanário.
Lisboa Oceanário visitors viewing large aquarium display.
Underwater scene with lush aquatic plants and small fish at Lisboa's Oceanário.
Visitors observing marine life at Lisboa's Oceanário with "One Planet, One Ocean" sign.
Visitors viewing ocean life display at Lisboa's Oceanário.
Lisboa Oceanário exterior with surrounding greenery and modern architecture.
Underwater plants and fish at Lisboa's Oceanário.
Underwater scene at Lisboa's Oceanário with diverse fish and marine life.
National Palace of Sintra with iconic chimneys and surrounding landscape.
Aerial view of the National Palace of Sintra with surrounding landscape in Portugal.
Flexible duration
  • With this money-saving combo ticket, explore Lisboa's Oceanário, Pena National Palace, and Sintra National Palace!
  • Over 8,000 creatures belonging to over 500 species await you at the Oceanário de Lisboa.
  • Waltz through different ocean environments: the Atlantic, Tropical Indian reefs, Pacific Ocean, and more.
  • Check out the many battlements, watchtowers, and drawbridge embellishing the National Palace of Pena, and admire its colorful architectural style.
  • Access the Park of Pena, a vast forested area completely surrounding the palace.
  • Enter the National Palace of Sintra - a gorgeous blend of Manueline and Moorish styles of architecture and Portugal’s most lived-in royal palace.

More details

  • With this money-saving combo ticket, explore Lisboa's Oceanário, Pena National Palace, and Sintra National Palace!
  • Over 8,000 creatures belonging to over 500 species await you at the Oceanário de Lisboa.
  • Waltz through different ocean environments: the Atlantic, Tropical Indian reefs, Pacific Ocean, and more.
  • Check out the many battlements, watchtowers, and drawbridge embellishing the National Palace of Pena, and admire its colorful architectural style.
  • Access the Park of Pena, a vast forested area completely surrounding the palace.
  • Enter the National Palace of Sintra - a gorgeous blend of Manueline and Moorish styles of architecture and Portugal’s most lived-in royal palace.
from €69
€56.70

18% off

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About Oceanario Lisboa

Oceanário Lisboa is split into two levels, with each level subdivided into two blocks that fit together almost squarely. The four sections stand for the four oceans—the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, and Antarctic. Observe each ocean from a different vantage point as you make your way around the Oceanarium's top floor. As you descend, you'll be able to see the oceans from a fish's perspective. Large fish, sharks, rays, and five million litres of saltwater inhabit the enormous central aquarium in the centre part!


Address
Esplanada Dom Carlos I s/nº, 1990-005 Lisboa, Portugal
Also known as
Oceanário de Lisboa
Year opened
1998
Founded by
Peter Chermayeff
Visitors per year
1000000
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Mark Kevin Smith
AU

Mark

Australia
Jan 2026

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Highlights were access & unexpected extras. We appreciated being fast tracked on a long queue at jeronimos monastery, the efficiency of public transport in the city & visiting places we wouldn't have thought of (eg carriage museum was surprisingly interesting!). Don't miss the resistance Museum for a different side to Portuguese history. I would suggest reading carefully what exactly the card entitles. I got caught that it doesn't cover public transport around Sintra (& that it only gives a 10% discount there - & you still have to book ahead for a times ticket!). Maybe I didn't read details enough - maybe it was not made clear enough. Also worth checking what places will be shut when you visit (included access to Belém tower was t helpful when it is shut for renovation). We got our value, but not in Sintra (which used a day of our 72 hours).

Combo: Lisbon Card + Oceanário de Lisboa Tickets

Olivera Djordjevic
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Olivera

Serbia
Jan 2026

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Excellent experience with Headout. Easy pick up and easy entrance at the Lisbon Oceanarium. The Oceanarium experience itself is amazing and the whole area around it. We used the card for the discount at the science museum as well. Skipping the line at Jerónimos monastery was also great, because there were quite a lot tourist groups. All in all - I recommend it.

Combo: Lisbon Card + Oceanário de Lisboa Tickets

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Gildoni

Italy
Jan 2026

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Everything was truly wonderful... starting with the guide, who was really good, knowledgeable, and helpful... a fantastic experience that I highly recommend to anyone visiting Lisbon... and of course, thanks to SL Benfica for allowing everyone to enjoy this magnificent experience.

Combo: SL Benfica Stadium & Museum Guided Tour + Lisbon Oceanário Ticket

Stefanny Michelle Espinoza Aimara
ES

Stefanny

Spain
Jan 2026

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The tour is complete, a pity that it is not in Spanish, on the other hand the group that we had was too big! By What little we could hear, while the first ones were already seeing or taking pictures, the ones who were going last, after taking the picture the guide was pressuring us to go faster. So it seems to me a bit ugly because if we who were going last were waiting the first ones should also wait. On the other hand On the other hand, the family package does not specify that only one scarf is given. So they should indicate it more clearly.

Combo: SL Benfica Stadium & Museum Guided Tour + Lisbon Oceanário Ticket

Danilo costabile

Danilo

Jan 2026

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A place that seems to breathe with the ocean. Lisbon's Oceanário is not just a visit, it is a slow, hypnotic immersion in a blue world that changes rhythm with every step. The central tank is a beating heart: sharks, rays and fish dance in silence as if time has decided to slow down to watch them better. The environments are curated, designed to amaze without ever becoming chaotic. Each ecosystem tells a different story, with clear panels and a layout that invites curiosity, even in adults. Perfect for families, couples or solo travelers in search of wonder. You leave with the feeling that you have traveled much farther than the map says. An elegant, educational and deeply relaxing experience. Absolutely not to be missed in Lisbon 🌊🐠

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Vittorio Cominu
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Vittorio

Italy
Jan 2026

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A really quiet place,full with all sort of marine life! Really enchanting. Not too crowded, relaxing and beautifully detailed!

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Radu Dudici
DK

Radu

Denmark
Oct 2025

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The walk between and on the castle walls was very pleasant. The view of the city from there was excellent. There is even a restaurant within the castle where you can have a bit of food and drinks.

Combo: Oceanário de Lisboa + St. George’s Castle Tickets

Emma Hanley
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Emma

United States
Oct 2025

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We greatly enjoyed the outskirts of the castle - the views were spectacular and it was incredible to spend time in such a timeless palace.

Combo: Oceanário de Lisboa + St. George’s Castle Tickets

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