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Lisboa Story Centre | Walk through 2600 years of Portuguese history

The Lisbon Story Centre is a cultural and interactive museum located in Lisbon, Portugal. It is designed to provide visitors with an immersive experience that explores the history and cultural identity of the city.

Things to know before booking your tickets for Lisboa Story Centre

  • Accessibility: Lisboa Story Centre is easily accessible for people with reduced mobility. 
  • Multilingual audio guide: Go for a guided tour of Lisboa Story Centre to learn about Portuguese history. The audio guide is available in 9 different languages. 
  • Combo tours: Opt for combo tours of Lisboa Story Center to explore two attractions with a single ticket.

Why visit the Lisboa Story Centre?

  • An immersive storytelling experience: The Lisboa Story Centre combines audiovisual elements and multimedia displays with interactive features to bring the history and culture of Lisbon to life.
  • Travel 2600 years back in time: The center provides a journey through time, offering visitors the opportunity to explore key historical events, and cultural milestones.
  • Discover Lisbon’s cultural identity: For both locals and tourists, the Lisboa Story Centre serves as a cultural hub, showcasing the unique traditions, arts, and architecture of Lisbon.
  • A great way to engage yourself: With its interactive exhibits and multimedia presentations, the Lisboa Story Centre is a family-friendly destination.
  • Starting point of Lisbon’s history: For tourists, the Lisboa Story Centre can be a starting point for exploring the city, since it provides a contextual understanding of Lisbon's history and culture.

Which Lisboa Story Centre ticket is best for you?

If you are a budget-conscious traveler

Go for: Entry tickets

Duration: 1-2 hours

Guide: Audioguide

  • Get entry to the Lisboa Story Centre at a price that is easy on your pocket. 
  • Save 5% by going for a combo tour of Lisboa Story Centre and Rua Augusta Arch. 

Recommended tours

  • Tickets to Lisboa Story Centre
  • Combo (Save 5%): Lisboa Story Centre + Rua Augusta Arch Tickets

If you are an enthusiastic explorer

Go for: Guided tours

Duration: 1-2 hours

Guide: Audioguide

  • Learn and explore at the same time with guided tours of Lisboa Story Centre. 
  • Your audio guide is available in 9 languages. These are English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, Mandarin and Japanese. 

Recommended tours  

  • Tickets to Lisboa Story Centre
  • Combo (Save 5%): Lisboa Story Centre + Rua Augusta Arch Tickets

Lisboa Story Centre Highlights

Myths and Realities

Here you explore the mythological beginnings of Lisbon. It also includes information about early conquerors and settlers on Portuguese soil.

Global City

Visitors get to explore the atmosphere of a 16th-century Portuguese warehouse, and discover products from the New World that were transported in caravela ships.

All Saints’s Day of 1755

On this day, the very roots of Portugal were shaken by a Great Earthquake. Experience the earthquake and its aftermath for yourself in this area.

Pombal’s Vision

Carrying on from the disastrous consequences of the earthquake, this area explores the new vision to modernize the city and its subsequent reconstruction.

Terreiro do Paço

In this area, visitors get to explore Lisbon’s entire history. From early civilizations to the present day this area covers everything about Portuguese history.

Exploring Lisbon

Located on the first floor of Lisbon Story Centre, this area showcases a virtual scale model of the capital. You can explore the city’s architecture and experience its evolution.

Plan your visit to Lisboa Story Centre

Opening time: Daily, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

31st December and 1st January, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Last entry: 6:00 PM

31st December and 1st January, 4:00 PM

Closed: 25th December

Best time to visit: To avoid crowds, plan your visit to Lisboa Story Centre during the off-peak season that runs between November and March.

Address: Praça do Comércio 78, 1100-148 Lisboa, Portugal

​Find on maps.

  • By metro: Blue line
    Nearest stop: Terreiro do Paço
  • By bus: 206, 210, 711,728, 732, 735, 736, 759, 760, 781, 782
    Nearest stop: Pç. Comércio
  • By tram: E15, E25
    Nearest stop: Pç. Comércio
  • By car: 11.7 km from Humberto Delgado Airport
    Car parking: Underground parking in Town Hall Square
    Overground parking near Campo das Cebolas
  • Washrooms
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Exhibition halls
  • Information centre
  • Shop
  • Go for guided tours to simultaneously learn and explore the Lisboa Story Centre. 
  • Start your exploration of Lisbon from the Lisboa Story Centre. The attraction teaches you about the popular attractions of Lisbon. 
  • The audio guide is available in 9 different languages such as English, Portuguese, Mandarin, Spanish, and Japanese. 
  • If you have the time, go for combo tours that let you explore Lisboa Story Centre and the famous Rua Augusta Arch. 
  • All parts of Lisboa Story Centre are accessible to people with reduced mobility. The attraction also has adapted toilets for wheelchair users. 
  • Can the Can Lisboa: Enjoy traditional Portuguese dishes with views of the sea at Can The Can, which is located 550 m from Lisboa Story Centre. 
  • Pizzaria Tapas La Familia: Located 650 m from Lisboa Story Centre, the Pizzaria Tapas serves delicious pizzas and tapas. They also offer some vegetarian options. 
  • Eating Bear: Located 750 m from Lisboa Story Centre, Eating Bear is a cozy spot to enjoy Portuguese fusion food, tapas, and some delicious Portuguese wines. 
  • Black Pavilion Restaurant: Situated 2.6 km from Lisboa Story Centre, Black Pavilion serves great cocktails and offers outdoor seating for visitors. 

Budget: Pensão Prata (240 m), Hotel LX Rossio (480 m), Hotel Inn Rossio (780 m).

Mid-range: Madalena by The Beautique Hotels (1.1 km), Hotel da Baixa (2.2 km), EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel (3 km).

Luxury: Pousada de Lisboa (210 m), Santiago de Alfama (540 m), Corpo Santo Lisbon Historical Hotel (600 m).

Beyond Lisboa Story Centre

Rua August Arch

Located 1.8 km from Lisboa Story Centre, Rua Augusta Arch is an iconic triumphal arch located in the heart of Lisbon.

São Jorge Castle

Located 1.6 km from Lisboa Story Centre, the São Jorge Castle is a historic castle that provides panoramic views of Lisbon.

Jerónimos Monastery

Located 7.3 km from Lisboa Story Centre, Jerónimos Monastery is A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Manueline architecture.

Frequently asked questions about Lisboa Story Centre tickets

A Lisboa Story Centre ticket can cost between €7 to €9.97, depending on the kind of ticket you purchase.