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Lisbon River Boat Sightseeing Tour with a Drink

About this experience

Cruise along the Tagus River between Alfama and Belém Tower with the best and the most exclusive view of Lisbon. Always in a large and comfortable ship. Lovely Lisbon, the Tagus, and the sun. Can you imagine a better scenario?

More Info:

This tour runs every day;

Please request the products included on the tour from the team on-board;

Access to the Sundeck is limited, corresponding to the number of its seats and in accordance with the Ship Safety Rules. All rules are imposed by a certified entity;

It is convenient for guests to bring warm clothes for the tour on chill days;

I't's not possible to enter the ship with food or drinks;

This tour is non-refundable for 24 hours prior to the start;

At a glance

  • Duration: 1 hr 40 min

Choose your tour option

Select a date and travellers to compare current prices and departure times.

Boat Tour with Brunch
Self-Service Brunch: This menu offers a variety of hot dishes, bakery and deli items, as well as fresh and light options.
Boat Tagus River Cruise

Plan your experience

Time on the tour1 hr 40 min
Guide languagesGerman (audio guide), Portuguese (audio guide), English (audio guide), French (audio guide)

Set aside 1 hr 40 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Bistro Bar
  • Restroom on board
  • Audio Guide via Blue Cruises APP (Please bring your own headphones)
  • One complimentary drink of your choice from the daily selection

Itinerary and highlights

The Praça do Comércio is a large, harbor-facing plaza. Facing the Tagus (Tejo) to the South, the plaza is still commonly known in Portuguese as Terreiro do Paço.
After the 1755 earthquake, the plaza was completely remodeled as part of the rebuilding of the Pombaline Downtown.
From the 19th century onwards, Praça do Comércio became the seat of some of the most important Portuguese state departments.

From its inauguration on 6 August 1966 up to 1974, the bridge was named Salazar Bridge. After the Carnation Revolution, which overthrew the remnants of Salazar's regime, the bridge was renamed for April 25, the date of the revolution. It is also commonly called the Tagus River Bridge.
The 25 de Abril Bridge is based in part on two San Francisco Bay Area bridges. Its paint is the same International Orange color as the famous Golden Gate Bridge, and its design is similar to that of the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge. Both the Bay Bridge and the 25 de Abril Bridge were built by the same company.

MAAT is a cultural project for the city of Lisbon that is focused on three areas - Art, Architecture, and Technology. The €20m museum sits on the River Tagus to the west of the city center, and is "one of Europe's most lyrical new museums". It establishes a connection between the new building and the Tejo Power Station. The museum is designed by Amanda Levete Architects.

Tejo Power Station is one of Portugal's most prominent examples of industrial architecture from the first half of the 20th century, and one of the most visited museums in the country.

The monument was conceived in 1939 by Portuguese architect José Ângelo Cottinelli Telmo, and sculptor Leopoldo de Almeida, as a temporary beacon during the Portuguese World Exhibition opening in June 1940.
The permanent Monument was built to celebrate the fifth centennial of the death of Infante Henry the Navigator, in 1960.

The monastery is one of the most prominent examples of the Portuguese Late Gothic Manueline style of architecture in Lisbon. It was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, along with the nearby Tower of Belém, in 1983.

Belém Tower, officially the Tower of Saint Vincent, is a 16th-century fortification located in Lisbon that served as a point of embarkation and disembarkation for Portuguese explorers and as a ceremonial gateway to Lisbon.
It was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

The Bugio Lighthouse is situated on an island in the estuary of the River Tagus on the Fort of São Lourenço do Bugio.

The Sanctuary of Christ the King is a Catholic monument and shrine dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ overlooking the city of Lisbon situated in Almada. The figure of Christ, comparable to the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, forms a cross, with its arms extended out facing the city of Lisbon as if to embrace the city.

São Jorge Castle is a historic castle that stands on a hill that has played an important part in the history of Lisbon. Since the 12th century, the castle has variously served as a royal palace, a military barracks, home of the Torre do Tombo National Archive, and now as a national monument and museum.
Alfama, the oldest district of Lisbon, spreads down the southern slope from the Castle of São Jorge to the River Tagus. Its name, derived from the Arabic Al-hamma, means fountains or baths. While the 1755 Lisbon earthquake caused considerable damage throughout the capital, Alfama survived with little damage.
The Mouraria, or Moorish quarter, is one of the most traditional neighborhoods of Lisbon, although most of its old buildings were demolished by the Estado Novo between the 1930s and the 1970s. It takes its name from the fact that after the reconquest of Lisbon, the Muslims who remained were confined to this part of the city.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Go to Booth 3 - BLUE CRUISES at Estação Fluvial Sul e Sueste. Access to the Sundeck is limited to the first 52 people. Please request the products we include or that you purchased on the tour to our team operating inside the boat. This tour is non-refundable.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Audio
  • Portuguese — Audio
  • English — Audio
  • French — Audio
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Blue Cruises

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It's not possible do enter the ship with food or drinks.

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 1 hr 40 min. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (audio guide), Portuguese (audio guide), English (audio guide), French (audio guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–12; Youth tickets: age 13–17; Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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