The city is always full of things to do every month, from plays to see, enchanting musicals to listen to, as well as the always interesting exhibitions and, of course, the many concerts and festivals featuring your favorite artists. But there’s one thing missing to complete our list of incredible things to do in the capital: immersive experiences in Lisbon.
These are fantastic and you’ll love them!
Table Of Contents
- Embark on an immersive expedition to the depths of the Pyramids of Egypt
- The Jury Experience: an immersive trial
- Helicopter tour of Lisbon
- Candlelight concerts
- Immersive theater: The Death of the Raven
- The First South Atlantic Air Crossing
- Virtual Reality at the Lisbon Story Center
- Climb the 25 de Abril Bridge
- Lisbon Oceanarium
- Dino Park in Lourinhã
- Marinha Planetarium
Embark on an immersive expedition to the depths of the Pyramids of Egypt
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The pyramids of Egypt arrive in Lisbon through the innovativeHorizon of Cheops, an immersive and revolutionary expedition that takes you back to the golden age of ancient Egypt.
Using virtual reality technology, you can move freely through the Great Pyramid of Giza, explore forbidden corridors, and unravel the mysteries of the Queen’s Chamber.
This intimate and educational experience was developed in collaboration with Egyptologist Peter der Manuelian of Harvard University, proving to be a journey into the past that has already been experienced by more than two million people.
The Jury Experience: an immersive trial
The Jury Experience is an experience that combines live theater with a fictional and immersive trial, offering a mix of excitement and uncertainty that keeps you hooked from start to finish. And you, as a juror, will face moral dilemmas, evaluate all the evidence, and determine the defendant’s fate. Take your seat, the session is about to begin!
Address: Auditorium of the National Association of Pharmacies – R. Mal. Saldanha 1, Lisbon
Time: select your dates/times directly on the ticket selector
Tickets: at Fever
Helicopter tour of Lisbon
Photo by @LisbonHelicopters
There is no more exciting immersive experience in Lisbon than taking a helicopter tour of the city. This is one of those thrilling adventures with a view that will take anyone’s breath away, right?
Imagine flying over the city, admiring Lisbon’s most famous monuments and historical sites from above, such as the Belém Tower, São Jorge Castle, the 25 de Abril Bridge, and much more. The feeling of freedom and adrenaline as you fly over the city in a helicopter is indescribable.
Each flight is a different adventure, and you can choose from three different routes and flight times to tailor the tour to your needs and, for that matter, your fears.
Candlelight concerts
Candlelight concerts are a unique and magical experience! With several sessions in Lisbon, in fantastic and idyllic locations, these intimate concerts promise to enchant the hearts of classical music lovers.
Imagine yourself sitting in an intimate and cozy atmosphere, surrounded by candles that softly illuminate the room while the musicians prepare to play some of the greatest classics by the great composers, rock classics, or tributes to many of your favorite artists.
Imagine the notes of classical music filling the air, enveloping you in an atmosphere of tranquility and contemplation, through a carefully selected repertoire that includes works by Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, and other great composers.
Whether you are a fan of classical music or simply want to try something new and exciting, don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience Candlelight concerts in Lisbon.
Immersive theater: The Death of the Raven
Photos by © Sara Falcão and © Arlindo Camacho
Everyone is talking about the immersive play “The Death of the Raven.” It brings together the alienated minds of Edgar Allan Poe and Fernando Pessoa in more than 25 rooms in a show unlike anything you’ve ever seen or participated in.
The whole atmosphere of the show makes you a participant in the entire narrative, which is very intense and exciting. This immersive experience is, in fact, a moment you will never forget having participated in.
Address: Rua Santo António à Estrela 29A (Former Estrela Military Hospital)
Hours: Wednesday to Sunday at 9:00 p.m.
Tickets: at Fever
The First South Atlantic Air Crossing
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The Navy Museum has a series of permanent and temporary exhibitions that you can enjoy to learn a little more about our history.
However, it recently opened a space where you can have an even more immersive experience, located in the Galeotas Pavilion, where you will also find the Navy Museum’s permanent exhibition.
In the new space , you can experience the sensations of the 1st South Atlantic Air Crossing, with Admiral Gago Coutinho and Commander Sacadura Cabral.
Feel the thrill of flying in an aircraft in 1922 and follow the adventures and incidents of this pioneering journey, where the knowledge, courage, and determination of the two sailors were decisive in the realization of this epic feat.
Address: Praça do Império (Belém)
Opening hours: every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tickets: on the website
Virtual Reality at the Lisbon Story Center
@vleandro
If you want to experience a unique and exciting adventure, this virtual tour of the city is the ideal immersive experience in Lisbon. The Lisbon Story Centre offers one of our favorite virtual attractions, which allows visitors to explore the city like never before.
As soon as you put on the virtual reality glasses, you are transported into a story that takes you to explore some of the city’s most emblematic sites, from Cristo Rei to the Belém Tower, passing by the Pena Palace in Sintra, as if you were really there.
This virtual reality simulator is an exciting and immersive experience that will allow you to walk through the city’s secret tunnels and discover hidden places that are not available to the general public. It is a unique opportunity to see Lisbon from a different perspective and explore the city like never before.
Climb the 25 de Abril Bridge
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If you’re looking for something more exciting and challenging in Lisbon, Escala 25 is the place for you!
One of the city’s newest entertainment and sports venues offers you the opportunity to climb a 12-meter-high wall, right under the 25 de Abril Bridge.
Located outdoors, Escala 25 is a true training center for beginners and professionals alike. It has a variety of climbing walls with different levels of difficulty, ensuring that everyone can find a challenge that suits their abilities.
The main attraction of Escala 25 is undoubtedly the 12-meter-high wall, which features a challenging arch that will test your physical and mental abilities.
Gather your friends and venture into Escala 25, because adrenaline and fun await you!
Lisbon Oceanarium
@oceanariodelisboa
If you are looking for immersive experiences in Lisbon, visiting one of the largest aquariums in the Iberian Peninsula is sure to satisfy your requirements.
And you don’t need many reasons to pop over to Parque das Nações to visit the Lisbon Oceanarium.
Address: Esplanada D. Carlos I (Parque das Nações)
Opening hours: every day
Tickets: at Fever
Dino Park in Lourinhã
@dinoparquelourinha
This immersive experience is not in Lisbon, but quite close by, about an hour’s drive away, in Lourinhã.
Perfect for those who are passionate about the Jurassic and the age of dinosaurs, Dino Park in Lourinhã is one of the most incredible and unique experiences you can find in Portugal.
It is one of the largest theme parks in the Iberian Peninsula, transformed into a true prehistoric world, where you can learn more about the life of dinosaurs, as well as explore a variety of interactive activities that will surprise your whole family.
Dino Parque in Lourinhã has almost 200 life-size dinosaur models, which in itself makes this experience much more overwhelming.
Address: Rua Vale dos Dinossauros (Lourinhã)
Opening hours: every day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Tickets: free for children under 4; €10 for children aged 4 to 12; €14 for adults
Marinha Planetarium
@planetariodemarinha
Going to the Marinha Planetarium was perhaps the first immersive experience in Lisbon that most of us enjoyed, even before immersive experiences were talked about.
Opened in 1965, it is one of the landmarks of astronomy in our country, offering all visitors an unforgettable experience in the world of science and technology.
At the Navy Planetarium, you can learn about the history of the great explorers and the difficulties they faced when navigating the unknown celestial ocean, while discovering the wonders of the universe.
You can also visit the exhibitions and projections at the planetarium, which are dedicated to various national and international projects in the world of stars, making this place a center of knowledge of great importance for scientific research.
Address: Praça do Império (next to the Jerónimos Monastery, in Belém)
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tickets: at Fever