Skip-The-Line Heritage Guided Tour of Belém

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

Discover the highlights of Belém on a small-group guided tour combining three of Lisbon's most important landmarks: the Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower and Monument to the Discoveries. Enjoy priority access to the Jerónimos Monastery and explore this historic district with an expert local guide.
Visit the UNESCO-listed Jerónimos Monastery, a masterpiece of Manueline architecture, and learn about its connection to Portugal's Age of Maritime Expansion, the royal family and the explorers who shaped world history.
Continue with exterior visits to the Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries, while your guide shares the stories behind these iconic symbols of Portugal's maritime heritage and the voyages that departed from the Tagus River.
A complete introduction to Belém, combining history, architecture and the most important landmarks of this fascinating Lisbon neighbourhood.

What's Included

Exterior visit to the Belém Tower and Monument of the Discoveries
Jerónimos Monastery
Professional Tour guide
Time for questions and photographs
Small-group guided tour
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Snacks
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Empire Square Garden

Your guide will be waiting for you at the fountain of Empire Square Garden, wearing a blue Follow Me lanyard with their name clearly displayed for easy identification.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Jardim da Praca do Imperio

    At the heart of Belém, the magnificent Praça do Império, built in 1940, blends history, architecture, and stunning gardens.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Mosteiro dos Jeronimos

    Step into the breathtaking Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Portugal's greatest architectural masterpieces.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Padrao dos Descobrimentos

    Discover the Monument to the Discoveries, an iconic tribute to the explorers, navigators, and visionaries who launched Portugal into the Age of Discovery.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Torre de Belem

    A masterpiece of Manueline architecture and one of Portugal's most treasured landmarks. Once a fortress protecting Lisbon's harbor, today it offers visitors a fascinating journey through history and spectacular river views.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Follow Me - Portugal Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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