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Belém district – 3 hours private tour
Belém, a former fishing village, was the place from which many of the voyages of discovery started in the 15th century. Today it is one of the most beautiful districts in Lisbon with many museums, parks, and attractions!
Meeting Point
Belém Tower
Belém Tower
You will begin this tour back in the 16th century when the Belém Fortress was built. Five centuries later, this unique tower is considered the symbol of the city and World Heritage Site. Nearby are 2 other monuments: the seaplane that made the first crossing of the South Atlantic and the monument to the overseas fighters.
The Monument of the Discoveries
The Monument of the Discoveries, with the statue of Prince Henry the Navigator and 30 other personalities, describes the epic discoveries of the Portuguese in the 15th and 16th centuries. It embodies the power and wealth in the golden age of discoveries and is considered a symbol of Portugal's glorious history. Vasco da Gama set out from here on his sea voyage to India on 8 July 1497.
The Jerónimos Monastery
King Manuel I, who was reigning at the time, had the monastery complex in Belém built to mark the happy return of the navigator and to demonstrate Portugal's power and prestige.
Nowadays, this monastery is divided into 4 different museums and houses the most visited church in Lisbon. The famous cloister is a gothic and renaissance construction decorated with the outstanding Manueline style, is also worth a visit.
Confeitaria Nacional de Belém
To regain your energy, there is nothing better than to enter the historic pastry shop, whose rooms are decorated with beautiful tiles. The custard tart of Belém (Pastel de Belém) made in this café is renowned for its quality.
Ending Point
Pastry shop of Belém
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
The Cloister fee (10€)
Tour Important Information
Comfortable shoes are recommended
The Cloister fee is not included (10€)
No snack is included
On Monday the Monastery is closed - Sunday morning the church is closed
Important message from the guide
I don´t guide during the night
I can guide you in Coimbra, Fatima, Evora, Obidos, Alcobaça, and Batalha if you pay my transportation fee
On Monday the Monastery, Belem Tower, and S. Roque church are closed
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
