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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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Slide 1 of 11, Family observing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Family observing underwater forest exhibit at Lisbon Oceanarium.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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Learn about the depths of the sea in Lisboa at the Oceanario Lisboa

Learn about the depths of the sea in Lisboa at the Oceanario Lisboa

Dive into a world of awe-inspiring wonders at Oceanário Lisboa. Embark on an extraordinary aquatic adventure where vibrant marine life and captivating exhibits await. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing beauty of underwater ecosystems, walk alongside majestic sharks, and witness the grace of playful dolphins. Oceanario Lisboa in a Nutshell Handy Information ⏰ Suggested Duration: 2-3 […]

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What our guests say

Nelisha E

United Kingdom
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Last week
VERYYY BEAUTIFUL 😍 the aquarium was gorgeous and there was detailed information about the sea creatures. Loved the fact that there were different fishes in different places to easily differentiate the species.

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