Lisbon Belem Tour

A visit to the Belém district, renowned for its concentration of national monuments and gardens, is a must on your trip to Lisbon. You will explore the historic district of Belém, on the banks of the Tagus River, on a walking tour of about 3 hours. You will discover the sweetest and most historic quarter of the city, in small groups of about 8 people with a professional guide .

On this walking tour through Lisbon, you will see numerous monuments illustrating the maritime history of Portugal. You will stop at the Jerónimos Monastery, the first of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, to admire its 300-metre-long façade and its beautiful cloister.

You will pass by the Monument to the Discoveries, located in the area where the Portuguese navigators set off on their expeditions. This monument, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was erected in 1960 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the death of Henry the Navigator.

On the banks of the Tagus you can admire the Belém Tower, one of the iconic symbols of the parish of Belém. Your guide will give you detailed information about the history and architecture of this World Heritage Site. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places in Lisbon.

This Portuguese neighbourhood is famous among tourists, not only for its monuments, but also for its green spaces and gardens. You will discover the Alfonso Alburquerque Garden in the square in front of the National Palace of Belém, current residence of the President of the Portuguese Republic. You will be able to contemplate the exterior of what was one of the main palaces of the Portuguese royal family throughout the 18th and 19th centuries.

Be sure to bring cash and make a stop at Pastéis de Belém, a local pastry shop that is over 100 years old. Step inside this famous pastry shop and try their famous cream cakes .