Overview

Step into the Codfish History Interpretation Center and embark on a time-traveling adventure back to the 16th century! Discover the daring explorers who braved the North Atlantic, the tenacious fishermen who mastered dory boats, and the cultural significance of bacalhau in Portuguese life. Explore eight interactive rooms filled with engaging exhibits, hands-on experiences, and a chance to hop aboard a fishing boat yourself. It's a deliciously fascinating dive into Portugal’s maritime past—no fishing license required!

30 Minutes 60 Lisboa, Lisboa
Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

  • Admission to the Codfish History Interpretation Center

Highlights
What makes this tour special
  • Set Sail Through Time – Trace the epic journey of Portuguese fishermen who pioneered the North Atlantic cod trade.
  • Hop in a Dory Boat – Step aboard a replica fishing vessel and imagine life at sea centuries ago.
  • Interactive Storytelling – Experience eight immersive rooms filled with artifacts, multimedia, and historical reenactments.
  • Bacalhau & Beyond – Uncover how cod became a national treasure, shaping Portugal’s cuisine and culture.
Pickup point
Directions.
Centro Interpretativo da História do Bacalhau, 1100-148 Lisboa, Portugal View on Map