Category: Inspiration for Exploration

Discover how World of Discoveries can shape a perfect day in Porto, with history, riverside views and the best of the city close at hand.

Life on board Discoveries reveals the daily reality of sailors, marked by hardship, routine and constant risks.

National Historic Centres Day in Porto (March, 28th) is a chance to rediscover the city’s UNESCO-listed Historic Centre as living heritage. World of Discoveries joins with a guided visit that connects Porto, the riverfront and the human side of the Discoveries.

Pumpkin Awards celebrate the best of Portugal for families, and World of Discoveries is nominated for Best Weekend Activity – Porto. If you’ve visited us, or believe in bringing History closer to children, vote for World of Discoveries from 12–20 March 2026.

Carnival at World of Discoveries arrived with “Legends and Masks”, filling the Museum with colour, creativity and family-friendly energy. With theatrical moments, special décor and mask activities, each visit became participatory and memorable.

Valentine’s Day at World of Discoveries showed that History can be lived in an emotional, surprising way. With “Love Stories from beyond the seas” and the “Postcards Além-Mar” challenge, love became a story to hear, write, and share.