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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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Slide 1 of 14, Family observing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Family observing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.

Oceanário de Lisboa Tickets

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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.

  • Discover the temporary exhibition Monstros Marinhos (Sea Monsters), featuring prehistoric ocean giants through life-size models.

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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.

  • Discover the temporary exhibition Monstros Marinhos (Sea Monsters), featuring prehistoric ocean giants through life-size models.

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€25.50
Slide 1 of 12, Lisbon Oceanarium marine life and Telecabine cable cars over Tagus River.
Lisbon Oceanarium marine life and Telecabine cable cars over Tagus River.

Combo: Oceanário de Lisboa + Telecabine Cable Car Tickets

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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.

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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.

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€35
Slide 1 of 11, Aquarium visitor watching a shark swim; flamingos in a lush outdoor habitat.
Aquarium visitor watching a shark swim; flamingos in a lush outdoor habitat.

Combo (Save 5%): Jardim Zoológico + Oceanário de Lisboa

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  • Spend your day trudging through the vibrant wildlife of Lisbon Zoo and explore vibrant marine worlds at the Oceanário with this combo ticket.

  • At Lisbon Zoo, you get to witness some of the world's most elusive species, including the Sumatran tiger, the African elephant, and the giraffe, among several others.

  • Attend a bird presentation, have a splash of fun at the Dolphin Bay, and head to the public areas to picnic among native animals.

  • 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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  • Spend your day trudging through the vibrant wildlife of Lisbon Zoo and explore vibrant marine worlds at the Oceanário with this combo ticket.

  • At Lisbon Zoo, you get to witness some of the world's most elusive species, including the Sumatran tiger, the African elephant, and the giraffe, among several others.

  • Attend a bird presentation, have a splash of fun at the Dolphin Bay, and head to the public areas to picnic among native animals.

  • 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 Original price€60.50
€57.47

5% off

Slide 1 of 12, Lisbon's Rua Augusta Arch and Oceanário de Lisboa exterior.
Lisbon's Rua Augusta Arch and Oceanário de Lisboa exterior.

Combo (Save 5%): Lisbon Card + Oceanário de Lisboa Tickets

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  • 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.

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  • 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 Original price€76.50
€72.67

5% off

Slide 1 of 10, Lisbon hop-on hop-off bus near Jerónimos Monastery and visitor at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Lisbon hop-on hop-off bus near Jerónimos Monastery and visitor at Lisbon Oceanarium.

Combo: Lisbon Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Oceanário de Lisboa Skip-the-Line Tickets

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  • Skip the lines at the Oceanário de Lisboa and explore over 50 of Lisbon’s top attractions in an open-top bus that runs along three different routes.

  • Discover Lisbon’s top sights, from the Jerónimos Monastery to Belém Tower, and Torre Vasco da Gama, among others, at your own pace.

  • Dive into the Oceanário and witness over 15,000 aquatic creatures across 500 different species co-exist in complete harmony.

  • Explore Takashi Amano’s world-famous exhibit - Forests Underwater, and marvel at the Central Ocean Tank as it envelopes you in blue paradise.

  • Upgrade your Hop-on Hop-off bus tour to a 48-hour pass or even to a 72-hour pass with a two-hour boat tour.

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  • Skip the lines at the Oceanário de Lisboa and explore over 50 of Lisbon’s top attractions in an open-top bus that runs along three different routes.

  • Discover Lisbon’s top sights, from the Jerónimos Monastery to Belém Tower, and Torre Vasco da Gama, among others, at your own pace.

  • Dive into the Oceanário and witness over 15,000 aquatic creatures across 500 different species co-exist in complete harmony.

  • Explore Takashi Amano’s world-famous exhibit - Forests Underwater, and marvel at the Central Ocean Tank as it envelopes you in blue paradise.

  • Upgrade your Hop-on Hop-off bus tour to a 48-hour pass or even to a 72-hour pass with a two-hour boat tour.

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€74
Slide 1 of 7, Father and child at Lisbon Oceanarium; view of St. George’s Castle, Lisbon.
Father and child at Lisbon Oceanarium; view of St. George’s Castle, Lisbon.

Combo (Save 5%): Oceanário de Lisboa + St. George’s Castle Tickets

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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.
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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 Original price€48.50
€46.07

5% off

Slide 1 of 13, Lisbon Oceanário jellyfish display and SL Benfica Museum trophy room.
Lisbon Oceanário jellyfish display and SL Benfica Museum trophy room.

Combo (Save 10%): SL Benfica Stadium & Museum Guided Tour + Lisbon Oceanário Ticket

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  • 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.

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  • 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 Original price€40.49
€36.44

10% off

Slide 1 of 9, Lisboa's Oceanário marine life and National Palace of Pena in Sintra, Portugal.
Lisboa's Oceanário marine life and National Palace of Pena in Sintra, Portugal.

Combo (Save 10%): Lisboa's Oceanário + National Palace of Pena & Park Tickets

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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.

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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 Original price€53.50
€48.15

10% off

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Lisboa's Oceanário, National Palace of Pena, and National Palace of Sintra in a collage.

Combo (Save 10%): Lisboa's Oceanário + National Palace of Pena + National Palace of Sintra

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  • 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.
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  • 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 Original price€66.50
€59.85

10% off

Pro tips to help you make a pick

If you have a tight schedule, invest in a Lisbon Card. This pass offers free public transportation and discounts on various attractions, including the oceanarium. Choose a duration that suits your itinerary, whether it's 24, 48, or 72 hours.

Before you leave, visit the "Planet SOS" exhibit. Your ticket includes access to permanent and temporary exhibitions!

Consider combining your oceanarium visit with other attractions. Buy a combo ticket to the National Palace of Pena or a cable car ride with Lisbon Oceanarium, to save money

Discover Lisbon at your own pace with a 48-hour hop-on hop-off pass. Then, dive into the mesmerizing underwater world of the Lisbon Oceanarium.

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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!

AddressEsplanada Dom Carlos I s/nº, 1990-005 Lisboa, Portugal
Also known asOceanário de Lisboa
Year opened1998
Founded byPeter Chermayeff
Visitors per year1000000

Did you know?

Enjoy the Ocean Sunfish at Oceanarium Lisboa—it's the world's largest bony fish, resembling a child's drawing as it rests on the water's surface. This rare sight is a unique feature of the aquarium, given the challenges in caring for these giant sunbathing rocks.

Keep an eye out for the aquarium's two massive spider crabs, affectionately nicknamed "King" and "Queen." These impressive creatures, with leg spans exceeding 3 meters, are the largest of their kind on display in Europe.

The central tank is larger than four Olympic-sized pools and is home to one hundred kinds of fish and other marine life. Being on two levels allows you to see it from various angles, allowing you to spot fish that might otherwise be difficult to notice.

While the marine life takes center stage, the Oceanário also showcases incredible examples of coastal ecosystems. Look for the recreated salt marshes and rocky shores, teeming with diverse invertebrates and birds, offering a glimpse into the interconnectedness of our planet's habitats.

The Oceanário goes beyond entertainment, actively participating in research and conservation efforts. They've even developed a unique closed-loop water treatment system, recycling 90% of their water, making them a model for sustainable aquarium practices.

Why visit Oceanario Lisboa?

Recognized as the world's best aquarium

Oceanário de Lisboa has been named the best aquarium globally, not one, not twice but three times. A must-visit in Lisbon, it's renowned for its commitment to ocean conservation since 1998.

Explore ecosystems of the world

Explore "One Planet, One Ocean," an exhibition housing over 8,000 animals and plants of 500 species, including sharks, penguins, and corals, representing ecosystems from around the world.

Watch out for the sharks!

You'll love the sharks, like most people. Sharks here get 10 kilograms of seafood twice a week. Keep in mind that sharks are known to lose their teeth periodically; in fact, certain species, like the sandbar shark, may grow to have more than 20,000 teeth!

Award-winning design

Experience Lisbon Oceanarium's innovative architecture designed by Peter Chermayeff, with a central tank surrounded by four distinct ecosystems, providing a 360-degree viewing experience and making visitors feel immersed in the underwater world.

Walk through a rainforest

The aquarium's Tropical Indian Ocean section mimics the look of the Seychelles' coral reefs. Two of Earth's most biologically varied ecosystems are coral reefs and rainforests. Here, you can stroll along a boardwalk in the woods here as you listen to the monkeys and birdsong.

Plan your visit

Main entrance

Main entrance

The Lisbon Oceanarium only has one main entrance. This entrance leads visitors to both the ticket booth and the actual aquarium entrance. There are no other separate entrances for different exhibits or sections of the aquarium. So, once you enter the main entrance, you can freely explore all the different habitat zones without needing to go outside again.

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What our guests say

Ishilay S

Couple
Last week

+2 more

The price was affordable and the location was breathtaking. Well mapped out, great day out, time well spent. Would highly recommend this experience!

Combo: Oceanário de Lisboa + Telecabine Cable Car Tickets

Abigael B

Portugal
Solo
Last week

+1 more

I really enjoyed the visit, everything was perfect. I got to see animals that I had only ever seen on TV, it was magical. I fulfilled a childhood dream, it was epic.

Combo: Oceanário de Lisboa + Telecabine Cable Car Tickets

Lina B

Solo
Last week
Ordering the tickets online and picking them up (Centro Interpretativo da História do Bacalhau, Praça do Comércio) was quick and easy. We had no problems with the Lisboa Card at any attractions or on local transport/trains to Cascais.

Combo: Lisbon Card + Oceanário de Lisboa Tickets

Sarah W

United States
Couple
2 weeks ago
Spent a great afternoon at this aquarium. What a wonderful experience and my husband and I both think it's the best aquarium in the world!

Oceanário de Lisboa Tickets

Jeffrey J

United Kingdom
Solo
3 weeks ago
I enjoyed the tour of marine exhibits and how they are set out amongst the backdrop of the main showpiece marine aquarium and all the different species within and the welfare and care of each exhibit on show particular my own interests seahorses and weedy sea dragons , I thought the opening tropical freshwater water of South American fish and planted display tank was spectacular and was a bit disappointed not to see more freshwater fish displays Butin all a very good enjoyable experience

Oceanário de Lisboa Tickets

Susan C

Ireland
Family
3 weeks ago

+1 more

Booked my tickets for Benfica stadium tour & museum from headout it was a fast and easy process, Headed to the stadium and it really did exceed my expectations it was absolutely beautiful and well worth it a definite must see on all accounts. The stadium was absolutely spotless our tour guide was so informative and I got some beautiful pictures in and around the stadium. I even got some beautiful pictures of the Benfica Eagles Gloria and Victoria. After out tour of the stadium we headed to Benfica's official store on site then headed outside and relaxed and had a coffee before heading in to the Benfica's museum which was just amazing. Over all a fantastic day out with so much beauty and history. 10/10

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

Migliaccio C

France
Couple
Aug 2026
We had a great time! We were made to feel very welcome, and the tour of the stadium and the museum was perfect—nothing to complain about. Next time, we’re going to try the zip line!!

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

Mrs Naomi J

United Kingdom
Couple
Sep 2026

+5 more

Thoroughly enjoyed the National Palace in Sintra. The free audio and displays were easy to access and very enjoyable. Stimulated our own further reading especially around Phillipa of Lancaster seeing as we are from Lancaster UK. The Routes around both Palaces were planned out well, we were glad to avoid a large tour group with our own audio. We took a Bolt taxi to Pena palace from the other side of the village. We walked back via the Moor castle. The path was clear had new huge steps on much of the first area near Pena. Thankfully it was all downhill. Arrive in time to view the Moor castle as you have to leave by 6pm. The castle itself is very step. Do note: sadly none of the castles considered disabled access, although Pena had a bus for €4.10 to get up from the entrance to the castle archway. However there was a steep ramp up inside through the tunnel to the first courtyard on cobbles and lots of stairs inside.

Combo: Lisboa's Oceanário + National Palace of Pena + National Palace of Sintra

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