This is a tour that takes in various parts of the old Central Tejo, a thermoelectric power station built in 1908 that supplied the entire Lisbon region with electricity. Among the original machinery, which is in perfect condition, the history of this old plant is told, as well as the evolution of electricity up to renewable energies.

This tour includes the exhibition space The History of Energy, where visitors are invited to walk through the history of energy, from the past to our collective future, focusing on the challenges of the energy transition and sustainability, and are challenged to be active agents of change, adapting their behaviour to the new global climate patterns.

The visit also includes the Laboratory of Inventions, a space where the evolution of the production of various types of energy is discussed with practical demonstrations. 

General public

Flash tours

A brief introduction to the exhibition and its context. Visitors are then invited to explore the exhibition independently.

• Schedule: daily (except Tuesday) at 13.30 and 17.00
• Duration: 30 min.
• Meeting point: at the entrance of the exhibition at MAAT Gallery
• Price: free, upon presentation of a museum admission ticket or MAAT Friend card

Children

A visit specially designed for younger audiences, with content adapted to the 7–12 age group and additional protective measures to ensure maximum safety.

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Guided tours

A tour led by a mediator who contextualises the artworks and the exhibition's main themes, encouraging in‑depth interpretation and open dialogue with participants.

• Schedule: Saturdays and Sundays at 11.30
• Duration: 60 min.
• Meeting point: MAAT Central ticket office
• Price:
  • €15 for residents | 25% discount for MAAT Friends
  • €20 for non‑residents

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At the same time

MAAT for families: activities for children to explore and learn science and art in a fun way, alongside the guided tour.

• Science Workshop: Solar Cars
  • Ages: 6+
  • Schedule: Saturdays at 11.30
  • Capacity: max. 18 participants
  • Duration: 60 min.
  • Price: €8 per child
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• Science Workshop: Don't Wake Up the Dragon
  • Ages: 6+
  • Schedule: Sundays at 11.30
  • Capacity: max. 18 participants
  • Duration: 60 min.
  • Price: €8 per child
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Groups

Personalised tours for groups

A private guided tour for groups, with dedicated mediation and a route adapted to the participants' profile.

• Schedule: by appointment
• Capacity: min. 8 people
• Duration: 60 min. 
• Price:
  • €15 for residents | 25% discount for MAAT Friends
  • €20 for non-residents

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Exclusive tours

A private and personalised guided tour, adapted to the group's interests and preferred pace.

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Schools

Visits designed for different levels of education, with a pedagogical approach adapted to curricula and age groups.

Special conditions here

• Ages: 1st cycle to University
• Preferential hours: 10.00 am, 11.30 am, 02.30 pm and 04.00 pm (except Tuesdays and weekends)
• Duration: 60 min.
• Capacity: max. 28 people
• Price: €2 per student / Teachers free

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