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Audio guide
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Discover the remarkable story of Portugal's most famous natural material through immersive exhibits and real-world applications.
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Begin your visit beneath a cork oak replica as forest sounds and visuals immerse you in the cork ecosystem from the very first steps.
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Explore exhibits and factory stations that follow cork from tree to workshop, then uncover uses of cork in architecture, fashion, and even aerospace engineering.
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Make a cork stopper, walk a fun cork fashion catwalk, use the audio guide for context, then end in the gift shop browsing clever cork keepsakes.
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Entry to the Planet Cork Museum
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Multilingual audio guide
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Access to interactive exhibits and activities with cork stoppers
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Food and drinks
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Transportation to and from the museum
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Access to other WOW museums
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Personal expenses
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Do you think cork is only used to make bottle stoppers? Well, you are in for a surprise. Discover why this humble material is far more extraordinary than it looks
Getting started
Enter the Planet Cork museum using your ticket and step into the first gallery at your own pace. Pick up your audio guide available in multiple languages so everyone in your group can follow along. Then follow the exhibition route that leads you from the cork oak forest setting into the factory-style areas and application zones.
What to expect
Planet Cork Museum
Portugal produces more cork than any other country in the world, but few visitors realize how versatile this natural material really is. Planet Cork is a single interactive museum inside the WOW complex dedicated to cork, and reveals how it has evolved from a traditional craft into a sustainable material used across industries worldwide.
Features
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Meet a giant cork oak: Begin your journey beneath a towering cork oak replica surrounded by sounds and visuals that recreate its natural habitat.
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From forest to factory: Learn how cork is harvested without harming the tree and transformed into products used around the globe.
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Cork beyond the bottle: From Garrett McNamara's cork surfboard to NASA spacecraft components, discover how this remarkable material performs in extreme environments.
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Interactive fun for all ages: Test your knowledge, play with cork-based exhibits, and discover why this museum is especially popular with families.
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Accessibility
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General access: The museum is designed to be accessible for all visitors, with elevators connecting each floor and step-free access available throughout most areas of the venue.
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Restrooms: Accessible restroom facilities are available on-site for added convenience.
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Accessible parking: Reserved parking spaces for visitors with reduced mobility can be found close to the main entrance.
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Families and babies: Families can make use of baby-changing facilities, spacious restrooms, and comfortable areas to take a break during their visit.
Additional information
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Audio guides: Audio guides are available in multiple languages for your visit.
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Personal expenses: Any personal purchases, including at the gift shop, are not included in the ticket price.
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Free Wi-Fi: Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the WOW cultural district.
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Parking: On-site parking is available for visitors arriving by car.
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Pets: Four-legged companions are welcome in WOW's outdoor areas and terraces. Water is available upon request.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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