Tickets to Vasco da Gama Aquarium in Lisbon
Tickets to Vasco da Gama Aquarium in Lisbon
Duration: 1 min (approx.)
1 min (approx.)
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Explore Lisbon's Vasco da Gama Aquarium, where history and marine life merge in an excellent experience. Step aboard Yacht Amelia, once part of King Carlos I’s royal collection, as you explore Portugal's rich aquatic heritage. The Noble Hall showcases rare zoological specimens from the Oceanographic Collection of King Carlos I, highlighting both Portuguese and exotic marine fauna.
Explore Lisbon's Vasco da Gama Aquarium, where history and marine life merge in an excellent experience. Step aboard Yacht Amelia, once part of King Carlos I’s royal collection, as you explore Portugal's rich aquatic heritage. The Noble Hall showcases rare zoological specimens from the Oceanographic Collection of King Carlos I, highlighting both Portuguese and exotic marine fauna.
One of the world's oldest museum aquariums awaits you in Lisbon, a vision realized by Prince Vasco da Gama to explore oceanic depths.
Experience an awe-inspiring collection at the hands of King Carlos I, known as 'the Oceanographer', showcasing diverse marine specimens.
Engage with the interactive ‘Window to the Ocean’, where various marine species are displayed and their habitats explained in detail.
Explore the Shark Room for a chance to discover rare shark species and explore their unique biology.
Discover that many of Vasco da Gama Aquarium's mollusks, freshwater fish, and marine water fish were sourced from local fishermen.
Entry to the aquarium and museum
Individual Costs
Aquarium exhibits with marine life displays at Vasco da Gama Aquarium, Lisbon.
Your Experience
Welcome to Vasco da Gama Aquarium in Lisbon. As soon as you step inside, it's like boarding Yacht Amelia, once owned by the Portuguese royal family alongside King Carlos I. This museum aquarium is steeped in history and aims to highlight Portugal’s aquatic life.
- The Noble Hall or Great Hall stands out with its rare zoological exhibits from Oceanographic Collection of King Carlos I's private collection.
While the spotlight shines on Portuguese marine fauna, this aquarium also features an array of tropical and freshwater fish, turtles, sea horses, molluscs, and species from both hemispheres. Tickets to Vasco da Gama Aquarium in Lisbon offer a unique glimpse into these diverse aquatic worlds.
Vasco da Gama Aquarium exhibit with historical marine artifacts and informational displays.
Marine specimens and skeletons on display at Vasco da Gama Aquarium, Lisbon.
Aquarium exhibits with marine life displays at Vasco da Gama Aquarium, Lisbon.
Vasco da Gama Aquarium exhibit with historical marine artifacts and informational displays.
Marine specimens and skeletons on display at Vasco da Gama Aquarium, Lisbon.
Exhibit of preserved fish and marine specimens at Vasco da Gama Aquarium, Lisbon.
Important Information
- The aquarium is equipped with wheelchair and pram/stroller accessibility.
Pregnant women, infants, and guests with low mobility can avail priority service.
Operating Hours
Open every day from 10 am to 6 pm. The last entry is at 5:30 pm.
Staircase with marine life illustrations at Vasco da Gama Aquarium, Lisbon.
Colorful angelfish swimming in Vasco da Gama Aquarium, Lisbon.
Exhibit of preserved fish and marine specimens at Vasco da Gama Aquarium, Lisbon.
Staircase with marine life illustrations at Vasco da Gama Aquarium, Lisbon.
Colorful angelfish swimming in Vasco da Gama Aquarium, Lisbon.
Book your visit during off-peak hours between 10am and early afternoon to avoid crowds when entering at 6pm is not possible.
If you have mobility concerns or are traveling with young children, take advantage of the priority service offered for pregnant women, infants, and guests with low mobility.
Plan your visit so that you arrive before 5:30 pm to ensure entry as last admission is at this time.
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