In mid-March 2020, the pandemic forced us to stay at home and establishments to close. Now, more than a year later, the World of Discoveries Interactive Museum and Theme Park in Porto has been open to visitors since July 1. The space, which is located in the city’s riverside area, next to Alfândega, is characterized by combining the adventure and fun of a theme park with the knowledge of a museum. Visitors can therefore count on several interactive rooms to explore, along with a boat trip that will take them through 13 full-scale scenarios. It is on this journey that they will learn a little more about the Age of Discovery and the history of the first circumnavigation of the world by Ferdinand Magellan.
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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.
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