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Pavilhao do Conhecimento: Lisbon's Science Centre
The Pavilhão do Conhecimento (Pavilion of Knowledge) is Lisbon’s hands-on science centre, in Parque das Nações next to the Oceanário. It’s packed with interactive exhibits on physics, the human body and more, and it’s one of the best things to do in Lisbon with kids, especially on a rainy day.
Quick answer: the science centre is in Parque das Nações, a short walk from Oriente metro station and next to the Oceanário. Tickets cost about €11. Allow 2 to 3 hours. Combine it with the aquarium and the riverside cable car for a full family day.
What you’ll find
- Interactive exhibitions: experiments, puzzles and hands-on displays.
- Areas for younger children.
- Temporary exhibitions on science and technology.
Tips
- Weekends and school holidays are busiest.
- Rainy day: one of the best indoor options. See Lisbon on a rainy day.
- Combine with the Oceanário. See the Oceanário guide.
Around Parque das Nações
The riverside promenade, the cable car and the Vasco da Gama Bridge. See Parque das Nações.
More: Lisbon with kids and the family itinerary.
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