PORTUGAL · BELEM AND THE AGE OF DISCOVERIES
29 tours
This is the short version of a very long list: 15 Belém Tours and Tickets worth the money, each with its price, its rating and the one detail that decides it.
Enter Jerónimos Monastery in Belém with a timed voucher. See UNESCO Manueline architecture, the cloisters, and Vasco da Gama.
“Beautiful architecture in magnificent surroundings. Currently undergoing some restoration so some parts closed. Very moving to see the tomb of Vasco de Gama. A wonderful way to spend an afternoon.”
Private electric tuk-tuk tour of Lisbon highlights, with smart pickup, great guides, and lots of viewpoint time without endless walking.
“Antonio was amazing! Super informative and he customized the experience to us. Super accommodating and a great experience overall!”
A budget-friendly Belém walking tour that connects Portugal’s Age of Discovery sites, ends at Belém Tower, and includes a Pastéis de Belém stop.
“The riverside fortress and the monastery are beautiful. However, this walking tour took a long time (2 hours) and our family would have preferred seeing Belem in less than an hour. Also suggest the operator share details on training to Belem from Lisbon to avoid the parking.”
Bike Lisbon to Belém on a small-group ride with history stops, great photos, and a pastel de Belém. Bike and helmet included.
“The guide was very knowledge. We got to see many beautiful sites however we felt the guide went too fast pedaling well ahead of the group. It was hot and very little time to rest. This was held from 10 - 2 and allowed only 30 minutes to find lunch somewhere and eat. Also, 4 bikes' chains came off during the ride.”
Prebook an e-ticket for Jerónimos Monastery and explore key sights with an offline audio guide on your phone, plus optional Belém Tower entry.
“Hi! Thanks for your review. We're so glad to hear you had a great experience! We hope to see you again soon. 😄💫 Best, Sheneth”
A relaxed downhill Lisbon bike tour from Parque Eduardo VII to Belém, with stories, ginjinha, and pastel de nata included.
“We had a really fantastic bike tour with Philippe as our guide - really informative and good fun!”
Walk Belém with Angela, skip the line at Jerónimos Monastery, see the Discoveries monument and Belém Tower, then taste Pastéis de Belém.
“Our guide on the morning tour commencing at 9.00am, 6 September, was absolutely brilliant. She was extremely informative, and had a great sense of humour which made the experience fun and interesting.”
Skip lines at Jerónimos and the Coach Museum, eat Pastéis de Belém, then ride past Belém Tower and the Monument of Discoveries.
“Our guide Mario was great , very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the sites. We enjoyed the tour very much .”
Hop between Lisbon’s Belém and Modern Lisbon for 48 hours, with tram access and Sant Justa Lift views, plus an audio guide.
“Good value for your money, not only the bus but you also get to ride the tram 28 at no additional cost.”
Full day Lisbon walking tour from Belém Tower and Jerónimos to Baixa Chiado and Alfama viewpoints, with Pastel de Belém and monument entries.
“Joao was a good guide and gave a very good “history lesson”. I came knowing nothing about Belem and now I know about all the kings.”
24-hour Belém hop-on hop-off bus from Praça dos Restauradores with audio in 12 languages, tram access, discounts, and major sights.
“It was ok. We booked from our cruise. 25 minute walk to first stop from cruise terminal. Went on a Sat so sights were crowded and backed up. Good way to see sights and locations so you can visit when you have more time.”
Electric bike ride along the Tagus to Belém, passing 25 de Abril Bridge and Jerónimos. Includes Pastel de Nata and coffee.
“I would highly recommend this bike trip along the river. The paths were easy to ride and had beautiful views seeing many sights along the way. Gui are guide was great.”
Visit MAAT Gallery and MAAT Central in Lisbon, exploring contemporary art, a 1908 power station, and riverside gardens along the Tagus.
“MAAT in Lisbon always has amazing contemporary art exhibitions and is a must visit for art lovers. This ticket gets you access to both gallery spaces where we could see 4 different exhibits in an afternoon, plus the historic powerhouse museum. Very cool! loved the William Klein exhibit”
A 3-hour small-group walk in Belém with a guide, Pastéis de Belém stop, and UNESCO sights at Jerónimos and Belém Tower.
“Tour guide is very organized and provides a lot of information. It was a shame that the Belfast tower was under restoration.”
Electric bike through Belém’s Tagus waterfront, past Torre de Belém and the 25 de Abril Bridge, plus Jerónimos and custard-tart time.
“Frederica was a terrific guide! Super friendly and informative. Learned so much about Portugal. It was such an adventure riding to Belem. Absolutely loved it! So much fun riding a electric bike! Thank you Frederica! Sara, Larry and Kaela”
