Explore hands-on science in Faro, Lagos and Tavira. Compare each centre’s permanent exhibitions and family programmes for a different way to spend time together.
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Rua Dr. Faria e Silva, Lagos
Centro Ciência Viva de Lagos uses navigation and ocean journeys as the starting point for hands-on science. Families can explore star-based navigation, communication, knots and a submarine-themed room, with further activities in the gardens. It is a different kind of Lagos outing, combining indoor exhibits with outdoor play and experiments.
Explore this placeConvento do Carmo, Tavira
Centro Ciência Viva de Tavira turns maths, sound, water and energy into hands-on challenges at Convento do Carmo. Its “Faz, Aprende!” exhibition encourages children to test ideas and try again. Laboratory activities and special programmes add further possibilities, with separate arrangements for some family sessions.
Explore this placeFaro
Faro’s Centro Ciência Viva do Algarve combines hands-on science with aquariums explaining the Ria Formosa. Interactive exhibits cover subjects including weather, geology and food, while the lagoon displays introduce local marine habitats. Family workshops have their own programmes, making this an educational indoor alternative to a beach outing.
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