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Torre de Belem vs Oceanario de Lisboa
Both Torre de Belem and Lisbon Oceanarium are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Torre de Belem scores significantly better than Lisbon Oceanarium. Torre de Belem scores 88 with accolades from 6 reviews like Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Let's Go.
Torre de Belem
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Avenida Brasilia, Lisbon 1400-038, Portugal
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Fodor's
"The openwork balconies and domed turrets of the fanciful Belém Tower make it perhaps the country's purest Manueline structure."
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Climb the steps for a bird's-eye view of river and city.
Concierge
"This western waterfront neighborhood beckons... museums abound, and the planetarium is a kid-favorite."
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The star of the neighborhood is the Manueline church and cloisters
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Jutting out onto the Rio Tejo, this World Heritage–listed fortress epitomises the Age of Discoveries."
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Let's Go
"Portugal’s most famous tower has risen out of the water (except at low tide, when it’s connected to the shore by a narrow, sandy isthmus) from the banks of the Tejo for nearly 500 years."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The heart of monumental Manueline Lisbon, Belém overlooks the Tagus, and is now home to the Belém Cultural Centre."
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Oceanario de Lisboa
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Esplanada D. Carlos I - Doca dos Olivais, Lisbon 1990-005, Portugal
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Fodor's
"Europe's largest indoor aquarium wows children and adults alike with a vast saltwater tank featuring a massive array of fish, including several types of shark."
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To avoid the crowds, come during the week or early in the day.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The closest you’ll get to scuba diving without a wetsuit, Lisbon’s Oceanário is mind-blowing."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"This giant study centre dedicated to marine life is also an institution committed to preserving the underwater world. "
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U.S. News & World Report
12.0
"The Oceanarium, as it's also often referred to, is Portugal's largest indoor aquarium, holding more than one million gallons of seawater supporting the lives of 8,000 sea creatures."
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Travel + Leisure
"Although it's not within walking distance of downtown, Lisbon's award-winning aquarium is a must for families and anyone with a remote interest in marine biology"
Lisbon Travel Guide
July 7, 2021
