Summer with history: 5 reasons to spend part of your day with us

It is also the time of year when families look for experiences that bring everyone together – from the youngest to the oldest – without falling into the routine of the usual plans.

If you are planning your holidays in Porto, here are five good reasons to include World of Discoveries in your day.

1. Make the most of a summer day in Porto

In summer, mornings are the best time to explore the city at a calmer pace. Temperatures are still mild, the streets are quieter and there is time for everything.

When the temperatures begin to rise, World of Discoveries offers a cultural and entertaining experience in an indoor, air-conditioned setting making it the ideal way to continue your day in comfort.

2. Travel through time without leaving Porto

With life-sized settings, stories of navigators, maritime routes and discoveries, World of Discoveries is an immersive museum that transports both children and adults to the age of the Portuguese Discoveries.

From the bustle of 16th-century Porto to the unknown seas, the Portuguese were among the first to cross, each room represents a chapter of one of history’s greatest adventures. It is a different way to learn, explore and imagine – through immersive storytelling rather than textbooks.

3. A perfect experience for families

During the school holidays, finding activities that interest both children and adults is not always easy. At World of Discoveries, the visit combines learning, immersion and surprise: there are settings to explore, sounds and details that bring history to life, and elements that spark curiosity in every age group.

The result is quality time for the whole family in which no one is left out, not even the adults, who are often just as surprised as the children.

4. The boat ride is always a special moment

The visit includes an indoor boat journey that takes visitors through immersive environments inspired by the Portuguese maritime voyages, from Africa to Brazil, from the Orient to the Atlantic islands.

Seated on board, visitors are carried through the experience among landscapes, characters and stories from other continents. For children, it is often one of the most memorable moments of the visit, and it is not unusual for them to ask to do it again.

5. It is right in the heart of the city

World of Discoveries is located in Miragaia, one of Porto’s most historic areas, just a short walk from Ribeira and the River Douro. Before or after your visit, there is plenty of time to continue exploring the city: stroll along the river, see Porto from a different perspective on a Six Bridges Cruise, enjoy lunch nearby or discover other historic points of interest in the area. World of Discoveries is the perfect addition to a day full of discoveries in Porto.

This summer, make history part of your day

If you are looking for a different family activity during the summer holidays in Porto, World of Discoveries is an excellent option for combining entertainment, learning and quality time.

Visit World of Discoveries and discover one of Porto’s most unique family experiences. Plan your visit today.