Belem and Jerónimos Monastery: A Walk Through the Best of Lisbon

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   We will meet at the indicated time in the Afonso de Albuquerque garden square and begin our tour of the Belém neighborhood, revealing the history of this nobleman who became the first Portuguese viceroy of the Indies.

   15 minutes•Admission free

2. 2

   Campo de Ourique Market

   We will go to the most famous pastry shop in Lisbon so that, if you wish, you can buy Belém pastries.

   15 minutes•Admission free•See on map

3. 3

   Jerónimos Monastery

   Taking a short walk we will reach the Jerónimos Monastery, a majestic Manueline style temple. As we enter the monastery, we will tour its different rooms, prayer rooms and the cloister, one of the most beautiful in the world.

   1 hour•Admission included•See on map

4. 4

   Bordering the Tagus estuary we will reach the Monument of the Discoverers, a large caravel-shaped construction that represents the starting point of the Portuguese ships that went to explore the New World.

   15 minutes•Admission free

5. 5

   Campo de Ourique Market

   A very short distance away we will find the emblematic Belém tower. With the help of the guide we will learn about the multiple functions of this World Heritage monument that served as a lighthouse, prison and tax collection center.

   30 minutes•Admission free•See on map

6. 6

   Tagus River

   Finally, we will contemplate the views of the Tagus River. A perfect end to this tour!

   15 minutes•Admission free•See on map

Meeting point

We will meet at the indicated time in the Afonso de Albuquerque garden square and begin our tour of the Belém neighborhood, revealing the history of this nobleman who became the first Portuguese viceroy of the Indies.

The map shows Lisbon. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• There is no direct or priority access to enter the monastery. All visitors must queue within their assigned time slot. Waiting times may vary, and we are not responsible for the duration of the line. No existe un acceso directo ni preferencial para ingresar al monasterio. Todos los visitantes deberán realizar la fila correspondiente dentro del horario asignado. La duración de la espera puede variar, por lo que no nos hacemos responsables por el tiempo que esta pueda tomar.

Cancellation and refunds

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.