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Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva

ArchitectureChildrenScienceOpen until 6pmFrom €15Oriente (Metro Red Line and CP rail)

Pavilhão do Conhecimento（知识馆）是葡萄牙最大的科学技术中心，由 Ciência Viva 运营，坐落于 Parque das Nações 的前 Expo 98 场址。场馆于 1999 年 7 月开放，所在建筑由建筑师 João Luís Carrilho da Graça 设计，并曾获 Valmor Prize。馆内面积约 4,000 平方米，设有数百件互动展品，涵盖物理、数学、化学、生物学和社会科学等领域。亮点包括源自 Exploratorium 的 Explora 展厅、面向低龄儿童的 TCHARAN! 科学马戏团，以及持续推出的大型临时展览。

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Getting there

Largo José Mariano Gago, nº 1, Parque das Nações, 1990-073 Lisboa, Portugal

Nearest station: Oriente (Metro Red Line and CP rail), Oceanário Lisboa bus stop (Carris 728)

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Hours

MonClosed
Tue10:00–18:00
Wed10:00–18:00
ThuToday10:00–18:00
Fri10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–19:00
Sun10:00–19:00

Admission

From €15

Youth 3-17 €10, senior 65+ €11, family (2 adults + children to 17) €35, under 2 free; 50% discount for visitors with special needs. Free for everyone on 16 May, 25 July and 24 November.

Accessibility

Fully accessible with ramps, lifts and accessible toilets; wheelchairs and strollers lent at the ticket office; guide dogs welcome.

Nearby

Museu Nacional do Azulejo

Design54 min walk

Culturgest

Art56 min walk

Museu Bordalo Pinheiro

Design61 min walk

Museu de Lisboa

Local History64 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva cost?
Standard adult admission to Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva is €15. Youth 3-17 €10, senior 65+ €11, family (2 adults + children to 17) €35, under 2 free; 50% discount for visitors with special needs. Free for everyone on 16 May, 25 July and 24 November.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva?
Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva is open Winter hours from 7 September 2026: Tuesday-Friday 10:00-18:00 (last entry 17:30); weekends and public holidays 10:00-19:00 (last entry 18:30); closed Mondays. In the summer season (1 June to 6 September in 2026) it also opens Mondays 10:00-18:00. Closed 24, 25 and 31 December and 1 January.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva?
Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva is located at Largo José Mariano Gago, nº 1, Parque das Nações, 1990-073 Lisboa, Portugal, in the Parque das Nações area of Lisbon. The nearest stations are Oriente (Metro Red Line and CP rail), Oceanário Lisboa bus stop (Carris 728).
What can I see at Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva?
葡萄牙最大的互动科学中心：骑自行车穿越高空钢丝、触摸龙卷风，还能躺在钉床上。 Current highlights include 很久很久以前……献给喜欢故事的人的科学（Once Upon a Time... Science for People Who Like Stories）, Explora, TCHARAN! 实验马戏团（TCHARAN! Circus of Experiments）.
Do I need to book Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Is Pavilhão do Conhecimento – Ciência Viva accessible?
Fully accessible with ramps, lifts and accessible toilets; wheelchairs and strollers lent at the ticket office; guide dogs welcome.

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