World of Discoveries, Porto

The World of Discoveries is an interactive museum about Portugal’s Age of Discovery, near the river in Porto. Recreated scenes, maps and a boat ride through exotic ports bring the voyages of the explorers to life. It’s especially good for families.

Quick answer: tickets cost about €16 for adults and €10 for children. Allow 1.5 to 2 hours. The highlight is the boat ride through recreated landscapes and ports. It’s a great rainy-day option. See World of Discoveries tickets.

What you’ll see

• Interactive exhibits on navigation, ships and the explorers’ routes.
• Recreated scenes from Africa, Asia and the Americas.
• A boat ride through themed sets, popular with children.
• Maps and instruments of the era.

Tips

• Kids: see Porto with kids.
• Rainy day: see Porto on a rainy day.
• History: for background, see a quick history of Portugal.

More: the best museums in Porto and Miragaia.

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