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Parque das Nações
A riverside Lisbon district redeveloped for Expo 98, with cultural venues, gardens and attractions beside the Tagus.
Parque das Nações occupies a riverside part of Lisbon whose urban renewal began with the planning and staging of Expo 98. Today it brings together leisure and cultural attractions, including Oceanário de Lisboa, Pavilhão do Conhecimento, MEO Arena and Teatro Camões, home of the Companhia Nacional de Bailado. Oriente station serves the area on the Metro’s Red Line.
Parque das Nações offers a very different side of Lisbon from the city’s historic hills. Redeveloped around Expo 98, it combines contemporary architecture, open spaces, cultural attractions and a long waterfront promenade beside the Tagus. It works particularly well for families, mixed indoor-and-outdoor days and travellers arriving at Oriente station.
Top sights
Monuments · Parque das Nações
Ponte Vasco da Gama
Tagus estuary crossing opened in 1998, with a total length of 17,185 metres including its approach roads.
Museums · Parque das Nações
Pavilhão do Conhecimento - Centro Ciência Viva
An interactive science museum in Parque das Nações, with exhibitions and activities exploring science.
Concert halls and theatres · Parque das Nações
Teatro Camões
A theatre in Parque das Nações and home of the Companhia Nacional de Bailado, with official ticketing and information online.
Concert halls and theatres · Parque das Nações
MEO Arena
A multi-purpose venue in Parque das Nações for concerts, shows and other major events.
Monuments · Parque das Nações
Telecabine Lisboa
Riverside cable car linking Passeio de Neptuno, by the Oceanário, with Passeio das Tágides, near the Myriad hotel.
Museums · Parque das Nações
Oceanário de Lisboa
An aquarium and museum exploring marine life, with exhibitions and educational programmes in Lisbon.
Shopping · Parque das Nações
Centro Vasco da Gama
Vasco da Gama Shopping Centre combines shopping with one of Lisbon’s most modern districts.
Map
Start at Oriente station
Gare do Oriente is a useful arrival point for train, metro and bus services. Walk towards the river and notice the scale of the buildings, spacious public squares and reminders of the world exhibition. You can enjoy this area without buying a ticket or following a strict schedule.
Oceanário and interactive science
Oceanário de Lisboa is a major reason to come here. Nearby, Pavilhão do Conhecimento offers hands-on science experiences. Choose one main indoor attraction and leave enough time for a meal and a walk outside rather than trying to rush through every venue.
Gardens and the Tagus waterfront
Riverside paths and green spaces make a refreshing change from central Lisbon’s steep streets. Walk, pause for the view or spend time in a garden. On hot days look for shade and drinking water; wind can make the waterfront feel cooler than expected. Adjust your outdoor plans to the forecast.
Getting here and planning your visit
Oriente station on the Red metro line is the main transport hub. The area is easy to combine with Oceanário, the science museum and child-friendly activities. With only a morning available, prioritize one attraction and a short stretch of the waterfront.
Frequently asked questions
Is Parque das Nações worth visiting without children?
Yes. Contemporary architecture, gardens, riverside scenery and cultural attractions make it appealing to a wide range of visitors.
What is the best station for Parque das Nações?
Gare do Oriente is the main transport hub. Check the most suitable exit and walking route for the attraction you plan to visit.
On the agenda nearby
- Linha do Tempo - 40 anos das escolas de calceteiros e de jardinagemFri 13 Nov · Quinta Conde dos Arcos
- Rosaline, a ex de RomeuFri 13 Nov · Casino Lisboa
- Floresta: Uma Experiência de RaizFri 13 Nov · Pavilhão do Conhecimento - Ciência Viva
- Giulia PazSat 14 Nov · Biblioteca Olivais/Bedeteca
Source: Agenda Cultural de Lisboa (CC BY). Events