Parque das Nações, Lisbon: Things to Do & Map

Parque das Nações, also known as Expo, emerged from the 1998 World Expo site and is now a cultural hub in eastern Lisbon. It contains the Lisbon Oceanarium, the Vasco da Gama Tower, and the Knowledge Pavilion science museum.

Oceanário de LisboaZoo & Aquarium
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Centro Vasco da GamaShopping Mall

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By TripSapien · Updated October 13, 2026

Top things to do in Parque das Nações

Oceanário de Lisboa
★ 4.6 · 104.3k
Zoo & Aquarium★
Modern, waterside aquarium with ocean habitats for sharks, rays, penguins & tropical fish.
Every day
10 AM – 7 PM
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Centro Vasco da Gama
★ 4.4 · 71.5k
Shopping Mall
Multilevel mall with a glass ceiling featuring international retailers & eateries, plus a cinema.
Every day
8 AM – 12 AM
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Pavilhão do Conhecimento - Ciência Viva Science Centre
★ 4.7 · 8.6k
Science Museum
Contemporary science museum with interactive exhibits, experiments, workshops & kids' play areas.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
10 AM – 7 PM
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Head Spa Portugal - Spa Capilar Parque das Nações
★ 4.9 · 320
Day Spa
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 7 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
10 AM – 7 PM
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Organic Market Agrobio - Nations Park
★ 4.5 · 141
Market
Mon–Fri
Closed
Sat
9 AM – 2 PM
Sun
Closed
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Babylon 360º
★ 4.5 · 7.4k
Observation Deck
Nautical sail-shaped, 145m-high tower, adjacent to a hotel, with an observation platform at the top.
Mon
10 AM – 5:30 PM, 6 PM – 12 AM
Tue–Wed
10 AM – 12 AM
Thu
10 AM – 2 AM
Fri
10 AM – 5:30 PM, 6 PM – 2 AM
Sat
10 AM – 5:30 PM, 6 PM – 2 AM
Sun
10 AM – 5:30 PM, 6 PM – 12 AM
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Where to eat & drink in Parque das Nações

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Michelin ★★
Portuguese· €50+
Have you ever enjoyed a meal 120 metres up? Enjoy this experience at the magnificent restaurant in the Torre Vasco da Gama, an emblematic building that stands out on Lisbon’s skyline.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
6:30 PM – 10 PM
Sat
12:30 PM – 2 PM, 6:30 PM – 10 PM
Sun
Closed
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Galaxy Lounge Shisha Bar
★ 4.7 · 256
Hookah Bar· €10–25
Every day
5 PM – 2 AM
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Zagora Brunch
★ 4.9 · 1.2k
Brunch· €10–15
A brunch café that offers authentic flavors and a unique atmosphere for brunch lovers.
Mon
8:30 AM – 6 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
8:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat
9 AM – 7 PM
Sun
9 AM – 6 PM
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D’Bacalhau
★ 4.4 · 10.4k
Portuguese· €15–25
Portugal's classic salt cod is the specialty at this lively contemporary dining room.
Every day
12 PM – 4 PM, 7 PM – 11 PM
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Han Table Barbecue - Expo
★ 4.9 · 21.4k
Korean BBQ· €20–40
A Portuguese Korean barbecue restaurant with locations in Lisbon, Porto, and Setúbal.
Every day
12 PM – 3 PM, 6:30 PM – 10 PM
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Gahana Indian Restaurant & Bar
★ 4.9 · 3.9k
Indian· €15-25
Every day
12 PM – 3 PM, 6:30 PM – 11 PM
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Grupeto Bike Café
★ 4.6 · 937
Café & Bakery· €10–15
A cafe offering meals, specialty coffees, and a cycling-friendly atmosphere for visitors to enjoy food and bike rides.
Mon
8:30 AM – 6 PM
Tue–Fri
8:30 AM – 7 PM
Sat
8:30 AM – 7 PM
Sun
8:30 AM – 7 PM
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Sky Bar Oriente
★ 4.4 · 1.9k
Bar· €15–45
Every day
12:30 PM – 1 AM
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Majestic lounge
★ 4.7 · 196
Hookah Bar· €10–25
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
5 PM – 2 AM
Sat
5 PM – 2 AM
Sun
5 PM – 2 AM
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Sailors Bar
★ 4.6 · 354
Cocktail Bar· €5–10
A pub on the marina with an outdoor patio, it is known for its selection of craft beers, cocktails, charcuterie boards, pizzas, and toasts.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
3:30 PM – 2 AM
Sat
3:30 PM – 2 AM
Sun
3 PM – 10:30 PM
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