City Center - Belém
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About This Experience in Lisbon
Why Visit Lisbon?
Lisbon is a charming coastal capital with stunning hills, historic trams, and beautiful tiles. Explore Alfama district, visit historic monuments, and enjoy delicious Portuguese cuisine. Lisbon offers beautiful viewpoints, vibrant culture, and nearby beaches.
Getting to Lisbon
The easiest way to reach Lisbon is by flying into Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Coffee and/or Tea
- You'll be offered a variety of Portuguese pastries
What's Not Included
- Restroom on board
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 6 years old are not allowed on board
- Children Prices are from ages 6 to 14 years old
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
The squareOur Stop is located in front of the Palácio da Foz
End Point
The monumentOur circuit will end in front of the Planetarium at Belém.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
The square is characterized by the high obelisk,...
The square is characterized by the high obelisk, 30 meters high, called “Monumento dos Restauradores” and was inaugurated on April 28, 1886, celebrating the liberation of the country from the Spanish rule on December 1st, 1640. The bronze figures of the pedestal represent the victory, with a palm and a crown, and Liberty.
Avenida da Liberdade is one of the main...
Avenida da Liberdade is one of the main avenues of the city of Lisbon, which connects Restauradores Square to Marquês de Pombal Square.
Marquês de Pombal, was born in 1699 and...
Marquês de Pombal, was born in 1699 and was responsible for major architectural changes in the city of Lisbon.
Rossio Square is one of the oldest and most beautiful squares in Lisbon
Rossio Square is one of the oldest and most beautiful squares in Lisbon. For more than six centuries it has been the scene of several important events in the history of Lisbon.
Praça do Comércio, also known as “Terreiro do...
Praça do Comércio, also known as “Terreiro do Paço”, is one of the largest squares in Europe with about 36,000 m2 (180m x 200m).
The designations of “Cais do Sodré” and “Praça...
The designations of “Cais do Sodré” and “Praça dos Remolares” were common for a long time, before the statue of the Duke of Terceira was built in 1877. Known as “remolares”, because it was in the past, a place for workers carpenters of oars, denominated of tugboats. In 1906, the “Regulador” clock was built, which for many years, marked the legal hour of Lisbon.
Lisbon was always a city of merchants
Lisbon was always a city of merchants. In the streets, a little of everything could be bought from street vendors. With the discoveries, in the sixteenth century, and the rise of merchants, there began to be a concern to rearrange the city and place the merchants in specific places. Thus, “Ribeira Velha” Market was born, which was located in front of the “Casa dos Bicos”.
The statue of Christ the Redeemer, in Rio...
The statue of Christ the Redeemer, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, inspired, in 1934, during a visit to that city by the Cardinal-Patriarch of Lisbon, Mons. Manuel Gonçalves Cerejeira, to build a similar monument in Lisbon.
The “25 de Abril” Bridge is a suspension...
The “25 de Abril” Bridge is a suspension bridge on the Tagus River “Rio Tejo” that connects the city of Lisbon (north bank) to the city of Almada (south bank). The bridge crosses the Tagus River “Rio Tejo” in the final and narrowest part - the “Tejo” bottleneck. The project of this bridge is similar to the Golden Gate bridge in San Francisco (USA) and was structurally conceived ahead of its time, with the calculations made to, later on, support the addition of the train that exists today.
The National Factory of “Cordoaria” or “Cordoaria Nacional”...
The National Factory of “Cordoaria” or “Cordoaria Nacional” constituted a factory establishment of the Portuguese Navy. The “Cordoaria” made cables, sisal ropes, sails and flags that equipped the Portuguese ships. The building, built-in 1771, is currently a national monument.
The Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (MAAT)...
The Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (MAAT) is the contemporary art museum in Lisbon. This project was thought in a way that highlights the river faced facade, in detriment of the back portion of the building which was meant to merge with the urban space. It’s one of the most important architectural pieces of the last years in the city’s riverside.
Originally known as the “Tejo Central”, it was...
Originally known as the “Tejo Central”, it was built between 1908 and 1951 and during this period it was able to see several stages of expansion. Its structure follows the type of western iron architecture with bricklaying, which configures and decorates the structure sides in artistic styles that range from new art to classicism.
In 1912, already after the proclamation of the...
In 1912, already after the proclamation of the republic, the Palace of Belém was designated official residence of the President of the Republic. The presidents of the First Republic had, however, to pay income to the State to reside in the Palace (not to be accused of enjoying the privileges attributed to the previous regime).
The Monastery is a cultural landmark that has...
The Monastery is a cultural landmark that has not escaped even artists, chroniclers or travelers during its five centuries of existence. It was the reception and burial of kings, later poets.
Its definitive project was decided at the beginning of 1988
Its definitive project was decided at the beginning of 1988. After receiving the presidency of the European Union, it was transformed into a cultural and conference center in 1993, emphasizing in its program music, theatrical arts, and photography.
The Tour de Belém, officially Torre de São...
The Tour de Belém, officially Torre de São Vicente, is located, where Belém beach once existed, was originally surrounded by the waters around its perimeter. Over the centuries it was surrounded by the beach, until it was incorporated today on the mainland.
The monument was built on the occasion of...
The monument was built on the occasion of the Portuguese World Exhibition in 1940. Designed by Cottinelli Telmo as a tribute to the Infante D. Henrique, becoming the Monument of the Discoveries, celebrating not only the Infante but also his collaborators and followers.
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What is the cancellation policy?
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