Money Museum & Euronext, Lisbon

Start your day with a visit to the Money Museum, which – you guessed it – deals with all things money. Your students will learn all about its origins, the use of bartering, how the genealogy of money has developed through the ages and much more.

After enjoying the museum’s collections of precious coins, fast-forward to the present day and head over to Euronext. In what will be a first-time experience for many of your students, you’ll be given a behind-the-scenes look at the activities of Lisbon’s Stock Exchange.

Grab a bite to eat at one of the city’s lively markets or cafes, then start your afternoon with a self-guided tour of the impressive Benfica Stadium. Any football fanatics amongst your group will be ecstatic as you look around the playing grounds of Portugal’s most successful football team, but the sheer size of this stadium is sure to impress everyone! A tour will provide you with an overview of the logistics and operational challenges that come with hosting events on this scale.

Is there a sweeter start to your final day than a tour of the Pastéis de Belém pastry factory? Learn all about the steps involved in producing the city’s famous custard tarts, ending (of course) with a taste of this delicious delicacy. Yum!

If you have time, head over to the Parques das Nacões and visit the Lisbon Oceanarium, claimed to be one of the largest and finest aquariums in Europe. If your group are more into the science and tech side of things, opt for the Pavilhão de Conhecimento instead – a Science and Technology museum that’s just 400m from the Oceanarium. Full of interactive exhibits, there should be something to engage every one of your students until it’s finally time to head home… although be sure to grab another Pastel de Belém for the return journey!