Teatro Camões

Teatro Camões is a performance venue in Parque das Nações near the Tagus River, featuring a glass atrium that frames views across the water. The auditorium seats 873 people and hosts opera, theatre, and musical events.

Architect Manuel Salgado designed the theater in 1997 as part of the International World Exhibition Expo 98 project in Lisbon. It was built during a period when the city was transforming its waterfront area with modern facilities.

The venue hosts the Portuguese National Ballet Company, which presents dance performances and musical productions regularly throughout the year. The company uses this space to showcase both contemporary and classical works to audiences.

The venue sits along Passeio de Neptuno between the Pavilion of Knowledge and Oceanarium, making it easy to reach on foot. Parking and public transport options are available nearby in the park area.

The inaugural performance featured the opera Corvo Branco, composed by Philip Glass with Portuguese lyrics by Luísa Costa Gomes. This distinctive opening event marked the beginning of the venue's role in the cultural scene.

Location: Lisbon

Architects: Manuel Salgado, Risco

GPS coordinates: 38.76090,-9.09335

Latest update: December 18, 2025 11:58