About this experience
On this tour we'll visit Belém, one of the most charming areas in Lisbon and also learn a bit more about the Portuguese discoveries.
Portugal was the first global empire in the world and everything started in this lovely district called Belém. Vessels left its harbors to navigate through the unknown, facing the dangerous of the Oceans to discover new land, build churches and forts to make Portugal the first global Empire in History.
Belém is also considered to be one of the most beautiful places in the city, with its many historical buildings and famous UNESCO heritage sites, the Jeronimos Monastery and the Tower of Belém. Both were idealized by King D. Manuel I and built in a unique architecture style that become to be known as the "Manueline Style".
We'll also see the incredible Monument to the Discoveries, the impressive Presidential Palace, Afonso de Albuquerque Square, the gardens of Belém, the CBB, the Compass Rose and the Pastéis de Belém.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr 30 min
What is included
- Professional Guide
Not included
- gratuites
Itinerary and highlights
We'll meet at Praça Afonso de Albuquerque
We'll see the Presidential Palace
We'll walk by Belém Garden
We'll see the beautiful Thai Pagoda in Belém and learn about its origen.
We'll learn why the Pastéis de Belém are so famous
We'll see the beautiful Praça do Império
We'll lear a bit more about the famous Portuguese Discoveries and learn how Portugal forged the first Global Empire.
This beautiful map shows all the places the Portuguese have been during the Discoveries age.
You'll learn there reason the bridge looks so much like Golden Gate Bridge.
You'll learn the connection between the Christ in Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro
We'll see learn a bit more about the most famous landmark in Portugal and about the unique Manueline Style
We'll visit the Centro Cultura Belém and learn a bit more about its origin.
We'll end the tour at Jeronimos Monastery, the most emblematic and important building in Lisbon
Meeting and pickup information
- Look our for the orange umbrella in front of the Presidential's Palace
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Hi Lisbon Walking Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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