Introducing Museu da Agua:
Museu da Agua is a steam-powered 19th-century pumping station located in the beautiful city of Lisbon, Portugal. It is a captivating museum that showcases vintage industrial machinery and offers guided tours by appointment. The museum is housed in a historic building and provides visitors with a unique glimpse into the history of water supply and the importance of this valuable resource. With its authentic atmosphere and fascinating exhibits, Museu da Agua is a must-visit destination for those interested in industrial heritage and the significance of water in our lives.
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Reviews
Nice small museum. Some good history about water and how it was historically supplied to Lisbon. The stem pump is interesting to view as well. It's a small the location is a little out of the way and parking by car isn't great. Overall good though.
It's a small museum with some really interesting information about water supply in Lisbon through centuries. It has an engineering room too. The room looks beautiful and if you are lucky they could even switch the machines on.
I'd say the museum isn't in a must see list but definitely worth visiting if you stay in the area.
Allotments nearby are cool too!
The Lisbon Water Museum is a fascinating and educational destination that sheds light on the importance of water in our lives.
This museum offers a deep dive into the history, science, and conservation of water resources. The interactive exhibits make learning about this vital element engaging and informative for visitors of all ages.
What makes the experience even more special is the museum's location in a beautifully restored historical building. The architecture itself is a testament to Lisbon's rich heritage.
The passionate and knowledgeable staff at the museum are eager to share insights and answer questions, making the visit all the more enriching.
Whether you're a local or a tourist exploring Lisbon, the Water Museum is a must-visit. It's a place where science and history come together to highlight the importance of preserving this precious resource for future generations.
The museum is an old pumping station and you can see the steam machines that used to do the job until the 1930.
Loved that the first thing they present is an installation on sustainability which shows you how much water is needed for various items from butter,eggs,apples to a mobile phone or a T-shirt.
Also some interesting info on the Lisbon fountains, aqueduct and underground tanks.
An educative place, with interesting information regarding the water usage and history of the infrastructure in Lisbon. Good for kids (and adults) that like to make questions of the why and the how.
A wonderful educational experience of the great history and work put into developing the present day water system in Lisbon.
This is one of 4 museums/locations around the city that all tie into one another, unravelling a fascinating look through the city's background (and backbone).
The main room is beautiful and impressive. However, it is a bit expensive (4€ per person) for what it is. The tour of the museum is quickly done and apart from the main room and the viewpoint on top of the building, there isn’t anything else to see.
Beautiful and very informative, educative and interesting site for a visit.
Nice small museum. Some good history about water and how it was historically supplied to Lisbon. The stem pump is interesting to view as well. It's a small the location is a little out of the way and parking by car isn't great. Overall good though.
It's a small museum with some really interesting information about water supply in Lisbon through centuries. It has an engineering room too. The room looks beautiful and if you are lucky they could even switch the machines on.
I'd say the museum isn't in a must see list but definitely worth visiting if you stay in the area.
Allotments nearby are cool too!
Location
R. Alviela 12, 1170-012 Lisboa, Portugal
Hours
- Monday Close
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Tuesday
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM01:30 PM - 05:30 PM
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Wednesday
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM01:30 PM - 05:30 PM
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Thursday
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM01:30 PM - 05:30 PM
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Friday
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM01:30 PM - 05:30 PM
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Saturday
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM01:30 PM - 05:30 PM
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Sunday
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM01:30 PM - 05:30 PM
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