About this experience
Explore Belém, Lisbon, and the landmarks of the Portuguese Age of Discovery at your own pace with this highly acclaimed self guided audio tour of the neighbourhood of Belém. Beginning from Afonso de Albuquerque Square, by the Presidential Palace, you’ll weave your way through Portugal’s history and heritage while discovering and unfolding the stories of the Portuguese Age of Exploration.
The tour is ready whenever you feel like taking a stroll. It plays audio automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smart phone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline. If you've got an hour and want to see all the major historical and cultural themes that the area of Belém has to offer – this is the tour for you! You can also enjoy the tour virtually a home.
At a glance
- Duration: 50 min–1 hr
- Private experience
What is included
- Lifetime access to 'Lisbon: The Age of Discovery' tour
- VoiceMap Application
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Not included
- Smartphone
- Transportation
- Food/drinks
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Itinerary and highlights
We begin our tour in this square, named after the notable politician and warrior, Afonso de Albuquerque, the Viceroy of India between 1508 and 1515.
Known as the The Monastery for the Navigators, the Jeronimos Monastery was where the monks of the order of St. Jerome provided spiritual guidance to seafarers. It is a UNESCO world Heritage site.
The Monument to the Discoveries - during all the stories and symbolism contained in the world famous monument celebrating the Age of Discovery.
The Tower of Belém is one of the architectural jewels of Lisbon.
Meeting and pickup information
- Afonso de Albuquerque Square. Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace.
Languages and tickets
- English — Audio
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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