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An outdoor storytelling series for families with children aged 4 and over, featuring storytellers such as António Gouveia, Vera Baptista, Cláudia Almendra, Pedro Tomaz and Bruno Batista, from June to November.

A puppet theatre performance by Valdevinos Teatro de Marionetas at MASMO, adapting Mafalda Brito’s book 'O Menino do Lapedo', inspired by the discovery of a child’s fossil skeleton in 1998. Public sessions on 13 June and 28 November 2026 at 16h30.

In this activity about how the butterfly garden works, participants are invited to become colleagues for a day and try out the daily procedures of this space. The visits last 1 hour and are aimed at groups of more than 15 children aged 7 to 11.

In this theoretical-practical workshop, participants explore the life cycle of butterflies, including their transformations, feeding and locomotion. The visits last 1 hour and are aimed at groups of more than 15 children aged 6 to 11.

Filipe La Féria presents the new Portuguese revue show, with Marina Mota and Joaquim Monchique, at Teatro Politeama.

A group of young historians discovers clues in the Lisbon Museum - Palácio Pimenta about a lost key, leading to a treasure hunt through the palace and gardens.

Join Cascais Ambiente on monthly hikes through the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, each offering a unique route suitable for all levels. Discover the rich fauna, flora, and stunning landscapes while enjoying outdoor physical activity.

Stories run wild at the S. Domingos de Rana Municipal Library, involving children and their families in unique moments of fantasy and strengthening reading habits from an early age. Each session features a storyteller and promises to enchant, surprise and delight the audience.

Oral tradition and folk wisdom sessions led by Sónia Dias, from Vale Encantado de Histórias, featuring rhymes, proverbs, chants, tongue twisters and traditional tales for families with children aged 4 to 12. Upcoming dates: 24 October, 28 November and 12 December, with registration.

A monthly meditation experience at MAAT, with each session tailored to the current exhibition and featuring an exclusive meditation in the exhibition space. Aimed at young people (12+) and adults, it connects art, mindfulness and well-being.

A children's theatre show based on the story of the Fairy Oriana, with free entry.

Teatro Praga comes to MAAT and challenges participants to form ideas with their bodies through movement, inspired by the artworks in the exhibition.

Storytelling sessions for families with children, with stories read and told live. A celebration of words for the little ones and the whole family.

Celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Municipal Library of Cascais, with open doors and free activities for all ages.

In this fun adaptation of the classic tale, Snow White, about to turn eighteen, flees the Queen and discovers, among a dancing hunter, a rule-bound dwarf and a poisoned apple, that true beauty lies within. With text and direction by Paulo Cintrão, humour, music, dance and lots of magic from Byfurcação Teatro.

In a staged visit, Manuel and Maria Ana de Castro Guimarães invite the public to discover daily life in their summer home, the old Torre de São Sebastião, including the romantic garden. Free participation with prior registration, recommended for ages 5 and up.

A workshop for children where you build a simple electrical circuit and test it in a skill and concentration challenge, inspired by getting past a sleeping dragon without waking it.

A grandson spends the summer at his grandmother's house and tries to discover what is hidden in an old cupboard full of boxes she never lets him open. A tender and fun journey through childhood, memories and the love between grandparents and grandchildren, perfect for the whole family.

A rhythmic, sensory show for babies and children aged 6 months to 5 years, inspired by Sergei Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf. Voice, body and movement invite little ones to discover Prokofiev's music in an interactive and playful way.

A workshop at the MAAT where children aged 6 and over build a solar-powered car and then race it in an exciting challenge. It lasts 60 minutes, costs 8€ per participant, and the meeting point is the MAAT Central ticket office.

A guided tour through the history of energy, from the past to our collective future, focused on the challenges of the energy transition and sustainability, inviting visitors young and old to become active agents of change.

A museum activity for children aged 8 and over that explains what an electromagnet is, how it is built and what it is used for, ending with a game that tests what participants have learned.

Fashion and lifestyle market with exclusive brands, live music and entertainment, for a demanding audience.

A visit to the Central Tejo designed for children aged 7 to 12: helmets on, the little ones discover what electricity is for and how it used to be produced here.

A thematic visit where participants are accompanied by melodies of the era, exploring the connection between the museum's pieces and music, for the general public aged 8 and up.

In this guided tour, children aged 6 to 12 explore the emotions hidden in the museum's sculptures and paintings, playing with expressions and discovering what the characters feel.

A fun observation challenge for families: walk a circular route in Quinta do Pisão and mark off natural elements on your bingo card as you spot them.

A hands-on activity with the Miranda donkeys at Quinta do Pisão, where children can groom, feed, and ride the animals in a safe paddock.

An outdoor rope obstacle course with varying difficulty levels, including a zip line, for adventurous individuals.

A workshop on paleontology, exploring the age of dinosaurs and their extinction, designed for children aged 4 to 10.

Observe life in a beehive and learn about products like honey, pollen, wax, and propolis in an awareness session focused on the importance of pollinators and their ecological services.

Navigate through the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park using a map to find control points, suited for ages 8 and up.

Combine orienteering and geocaching to find hidden letters in the forest and decipher a mystery word at your own pace.

Bring your scout group to Pedra Amarela for a camping experience in nature with eco-friendly facilities and a conservation activity included.

A guided donkey ride around Quinta do Pisão for children aged 6 to 10, accompanied by a handler.

Experience a suspended adventure activity where you slide along a steel cable between two points, a safe 'flight' for adults and children over 8.

Start with a nature walk for inspiration, then learn various ceramic techniques and take home your unfired piece.

Learn about ocean zones and how deep-sea organisms adapt, designed for children aged 10 to 14.

Test your aim and skill with bow and arrow on a course with obstacles and targets of varying difficulty; 1-hour activity for ages 8+.

A guided orientation challenge with observation questions and puzzles adapted for children aged 6–12, minimum 10 participants.

The Cascais Cultural Centre hosts exhibitions open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm, with tickets at €5 and numerous discounts and free-entry conditions, including free admission for under-18s under the UNICEF Child Friendly Cities plan.

A sensory exploration workshop for children aged 6 to 12 at Quinta do Pisão, promoting connection with nature and environmental awareness.

Learn organic and seasonal horticulture strategies hands-on at Quinta do Pisão's vegetable garden, for groups of 15+ aged 3–18.

Get to know the resident horses of Quinta do Pisão by brushing, feeding and riding them in the riding arena; 30-minute activity for ages 6+.

Take part in a workshop on the food chain to understand its importance across different levels and the ecological relationships between chains.

At the top of Tower 1 of the Amoreiras Shopping Center, 174 metres above sea level, this viewpoint offers an unmissable 360º panorama over Lisbon, with free long-range telescopes and informative maps of the city's monuments.

Learn to use archery equipment and improve your shooting technique through custom challenges; activity lasts 30 minutes and is open to ages 8+.

Discover the importance of bees through a plant identification walk and a visit to the apiary, where you can observe honeycombs, honey and pollen; suitable for ages 8+.

A game-visit where participants help the Count pack his suitcase with pieces he likes, solving challenges, and then create their own suitcase based on the museum's collection. For organized groups ages 4 to 10, 15 to 20 pax.

In this visit-workshop, children explore the work of Maria Helena Vieira da Silva and create their own abstract art. Aimed at schools and families with children over 6 years old.

In this puppet theatre, children aged 5 to 12 discover the daily life of a lighthouse keeper, facing storms and relocations. The puppet family at the Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum awaits their visit.

The free-visit format at the Museu Bordalo Pinheiro lets you explore the permanent exhibition dedicated to Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro, creator of the famous Zé Povinho, with some 13,200 objects ranging from tilework and ceramics to humorous drawing. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm, full ticket €5.

Explore the historical and natural treasures of Quinta do Pisão on a guided walk through the Nature Park, learning about its ecosystems and history.

Interactive visit that covers the history of Cascais from the Paleolithic to the present, with little-known pieces.

This traveling exhibition of 19 panels explores the life of octopuses, from their origin and behavior to their cultural and socioeconomic importance, promoting respect for the natural world.

A guided visit revealing the history of the collection, palace, and residents of Cascais's oldest museum, which opened in 1931, suitable for all school levels.

The Museum of the Orient ticket gives access to the permanent exhibition 'Portuguese Presence in Asia' and the temporary shows 'Japan: Festivals and Rituals' (until 3 January 2027) and 'Da Matriz à Impressão' (until 9 August 2026). On Fridays there is free entry from 6pm to 8pm. Entry 10€.

A visit to the Museu da Marioneta in Lisbon, a space dedicated to the art of puppetry, with tickets at 5€ and discounts for visitors with special needs.

In this visit-workshop, children discover Cascais' biodiversity and the relationship between humans and the sea, ending with an educational activity about the town and nature protection.

In the heart of Lisbon, in the former summer residence of the Marquês de Abrantes in Alcântara, the B-MAD displays works from the Berardo Collection of the Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements in period settings, with creators such as Ruhlmann, Lalique and Canto da Maya. Guided tours run daily, cost 6€, are free for children up to 12 and require prior booking.

Guided tour of the permanent exhibition of musical instruments from Michel Giacometti's collection, with a pedagogical kit of replicas for hands-on exploration. For families and schools, ages 3+.

In this visit-workshop, children explore the collections of the Sea Museum to discover the relationship between royalty, science, and fishing in Cascais, ending with a creative workshop on maritime heritage.

The Condes de Castro Guimarães Museum presents the puppet show 'The Count's Shoes', in which a wicked sock tries to sabotage the Count's attendance at a party of his friend King Carlos. Free activity with prior booking for preschool and primary school children.

A traveling exhibition for schools, aimed at increasing ocean literacy and raising awareness of climate change impacts. Developed by MARE researchers, it can be requested by schools throughout the year.

Explore shipwreck remains off Cascais and discover stories of pirates and Portuguese navigators, then recreate treasures in a hands-on workshop for primary school children.

Challenge gravity on an 8-meter climbing tower with two sides of varying difficulty; 30-minute activity for ages 8+.

Musical games of sensory exploration where participants guess sounds and build stories. Activity for schools and institutions for ages 6 and up.

In a treasure hunt through the Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum, young participants follow clues to uncover an ancient secret. They learn about shipwrecks, coastal lighting, and the importance of the lighthouse.

An activity to discover what an archaeologist is and the secrets of the profession, exploring buried treasures and learning the methods that brought pieces to the museum. A sensory experience to spark interest in history. Ages 6 to 12, Tuesday to Friday.

After visiting the museum, participants take a quiz and then build small lighthouses using recycled materials. Activity for children aged 6–12 and senior groups.

Traditional game to discover the Vila Museum in a fun way. Activity for schools and institutions for ages 6 to 12.

In this visit-workshop, students explore the exhibition Oceano Aberto to learn about marine animals and ocean protection, followed by a creative workshop on environmental awareness.

The Casa das Histórias Paula Rego is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm, with tickets at €5 (€2.50 for residents, seniors and students) and free entry for under-18s and on the first Sunday of each month.

From 25 September 2026 to 31 January 2027, MUDE dedicates an exhibition to the newly donated Tereza Seabra Collection, featuring over 300 contemporary jewellery works by more than 190 artists, as part of the 3rd Lisbon Contemporary Jewellery Biennial.

The third edition of the core exhibition of the Lisbon Jewellery Biennale, organised by MUDE in partnership with PIN, featuring international works that reflect on sustainability, the link between ethics and aesthetics, and coexistence between cultures, species and technologies. General admission 11€, with discounts for young students and seniors.

A musical workshop for families that invites you to dive into an underwater sound universe, exploring sounds and music inspired by the bottom of the sea.

The Gulbenkian Museum opens its Art Studio to families with children aged 6 and up, inviting them to explore creative processes together.

Art Cart is a workshop that invites families with children aged six and up to do creative activities together.

A monthly open-access workshop for families where experimentation is the watchword.

A Lisbon night on board, with tickets for the upper deck at 69€ and window seats at 77€, and discounts for children aged 4 to 14.

A jazz night on board with table options by the aisle or by the window and separate prices for adults and children. After buying your ticket, you must contact the organisers to choose your main course.

A Blue Cruises boat trip on the Tagus with tickets from €7 (child) to €19 (adult) and a €48 family pack, each including a Moscatel de Setúbal or orange juice.

A Blue Cruises boat trip featuring the Tágides Brunch, with tickets at 19€ for adults, 12€ for youths, 7€ for children and a 48€ family pack, plus optional extra meals.

A sunset cruise on the Blue Cruises Tágides in Lisbon, with a complimentary glass of wine or beer, orange juice or water, a pastel de nata, breads, jams, olives and dried fruits included, plus youth, child and family pack rates.

A game-visit for the 2nd cycle that explores the biodiversity of the Gulbenkian Garden and the role of humans in protecting nature.

A guided tour of the Gulbenkian Museum for 2nd cycle students, journeying through different centuries and cultures.

A gastronomic tour through the Gulbenkian collection, full of ingredients for a mouth-watering menu.

A tour that adapts the eponymous game to the exhibition space, combining interpretation questions with sensory and creative exploration activities.

A game-visit through photography, video, painting, sculpture and installation, always with suitcase in hand and a special passport.

A visit for primary school children to explore the sounds of Lisbon's trees using a tree-box.

An activity that starts from observation to find the common element among works in the CAM collection.

A game-like tour that takes participants on a journey through France, Greece, Turkey and China, discovering different cultures through the artworks purchased by Calouste Gulbenkian.

A musical visit that combines space exploration and music, ending its mission on planet Earth with out-of-this-world sounds.

In this dynamic and engaging workshop, children are invited to dive into the world of music through free experimentation and collective creation.

A musical visit designed for preschool children, inviting them to observe the Museum's works through sound and the senses.

A game-like visit to discover the stories and memories of the objects collected by Gulbenkian.

A musical visit for preschoolers that encourages learning about musical instruments, the sounds of nature and the voice.

In the ABC of Music, each letter gains sound, rhythm and life, in an A-to-Z journey through composers, instruments and melodies that turn music into words, gestures and little sound stories.

In this game-like visit, sound is the starting point for a close observation of the works on display.

This visit turns into a choreography: a short dance you can take back to school and repeat as many times as you like.

The Monument to the Discoveries is a monument in Lisbon celebrating the Portuguese Age of Discovery. It offers a panoramic view over Belém and the Tagus, and includes exhibitions and a viewpoint.

The Lisbon Museum - Roman Theatre is a site museum that reveals the remains of the Roman theatre of Olisipo. It includes exhibitions and an archaeological field.

Casa Fernando Pessoa is a museum dedicated to the life and work of the poet. It offers exhibitions, a library, and guided tours.

The Fado Museum, unique in the world and dedicated to fado and the Portuguese guitar, offers a unique experience with a wide-ranging program. The visit to the permanent exhibition is an immersion in the history of fado, with contact with instruments, scores and works of art.