Belém For Beginners
Joined 2022
The tour of Belém district is planned to give you an overview of one of the most important periods of the history of Portugal - the Discoveries: Visit the monumental district of Belém with the manueline St. Jerome Monastery, the Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Mosteiro dos Jerónimos
Mosteiro dos Jerónimos
I will meet you at the hotel or at our starting point in front of the Jerónimos Monastery
Mosteiro dos Jerónimos
We will visit the Church of Saint Jerome Monastery (Mosteiro dos Jerónimos), also a Unesco- World Heritage Site, is the highlight of the so-called manueline style, a portuguese variation of late Gothic.
Monument to the Discoveries
At the Monument to the Discoveries we will learn about the golden age of Portuguese maritime discoveries.
Belém Tower
Along the river we reach the Belém Tower, classified as World Heritage Site.
Fábrica dos Pastéis de Belém
We will end our tour at the Fábrica dos Pastéis de Belém where you can try one of the most famous cake of Lisbon, the Pastel de Belém (not included)
Ending Point
Fábrica dos Pastéis de Belém
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Lunch, transportation, entrance fees.
Tour Important Information
The visit to the Church of the Monastery is included. Please be aware that during religious services, it's not possible to visit the church. This tour does not operate on Sundays and Mondays
Not available on Mondays or Sundays
Important message from the supplier
Transportation can be arranged in advance (prior 1 week from the tour)
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
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Leonor A.
Hello!
Welcome to the most beautiful city in the world: Lisbon. I was born and raised in here and I cannot see myself living in any other city.
I have a Bachelor Degree in Tourism and was licensed National Tourist Guide in 1998. I finished a Degree in History in 2013 and in 2021 my Master in History and Philosophy of Science.
I have been working as a tourist guide with german, english and portuguese speaking groups in roundtrips/circuits within the country. I have experience in hiking tours, cultural tours and guided tours of monuments and museums throughout the whole national territory.
I manage the projects Passeios Literários and Lisbon by the Book — both specialized in literary guided tours of Lisbon, and work as a guide for both projects as well.
I’m the co-creator and responsible for the development of guided tours through the cultural heritage of the city of Lisbon for the project História LX — History, Heritage and Culture of Lisbon. I’m also the co-creator and responsible for the project Guide in Lisbon — specialized Tours.
I have special interests in History, History of Science and Medicine and the History of Mentalities.
Reviews
Kathleen M.
“Great Tour and Great Guide”
This was an exceptional experience. Leonor was a fabulous guide. Her knowledge of Lisbon and Sintra was extensive. She was great at reading the group and what we could physically do as it's an extensive walking tour. This tour was well worth the money. Thank you Leonor for a great day in Sintra!!!
Leonor A.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm happy you have enjoyed the tour and hope you return with more time. Have a safe return back home. All the best!
Stan C.
“Wonderful personalized tour”
Leonor did a custom tour for our family of 4 for 6hours. She is incredibly professional and knowledgeable. She is also a talented linguist - most of her tours are actually German yet her English is absolutely impeccable. Overall, we had tremendous fun exploring Lisbon with her and would recommend her to anyone.
Leonor A.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure to show you Lisbon. I hope you had a wonderful time in Lisbon.
$130/ per group
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