Lisbon: Belem Walking Tour with Jeronimos Monastery Tks Included
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Get ready to discover one of the most interesting areas within Lisbon, the Belém district, which is directly associated with the epic Portuguese navigations, from 15th and 16th centuries. You will visit the Jerónimos Monastery and its Church, known to be a masterpiece of the Portuguese architecture. You will also pass by the Monument to the Discoveries, which was erected in 1960 and where some of the most important characters from the Great Navigation era are represented. We finish our tour by the Belém Tower (outside only) a defensive point against invaders trying to reach the capital of the kingdom, Lisbon.
Your experience
Stop 1
The visit starts at the Upper Cloister from where you can get spectacular views of all the architectural beauty contained there. We will detail the meanings behind this construction, what it represented for society at the time and its importance in the context of the Great Portuguese Navigations, carried out throughout the 15th and 16th centuries. In the lower section of the Cloister you will have access to important spaces, such as the Chapter Room, the old Refectory and the tomb of Fernando Pessoa, moved to this space in the first half of the 20th century. You will also visit the church from the complex, a majestic building, symbol of the height of Manueline architecture, an architectural style that developed in Portugal at the beginning from the 16th century and which associated late Gothic structures with Renaissance elements
Stop 2
The original pastel de nata. This ancient recipe was created by the monks of the Jerónimos Monastery and has been sold in the same establishment since the mid-19th century.
Stop 3
Built for the Portuguese World Exhibition in 1940, it consists of a garden with a set of 32 coats of arms that refer to the former provinces of the Portuguese Empire
Stop 4
This monument was built in 1960, in commemoration of the 500th anniversary of the death of Infante D. Henrique, known as the main figure of the Portuguese navigations. There are also represented other important characters from the Great Navigation era who contributed to the expansion of Portuguese culture throughout the world.
Stop 5
Another great example of Manueline architecture and served as a defensive point against invaders trying to reach the capital of the kingdom, Lisbon. It is considered a World Heritage Site, attributed by Unesco
What’s included
- Entrance Ticket to Jeronimos Monastery
- Snacks
- Expert English-speaking Tour Guide
Not included
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Meeting and pickup
Our meeting point is in front of the South Portal of the Jerónimos Monastery church, where there is a shaded spot in the morning.
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please don´t be Late, in consideration to the other guests
- Skip-the-Line tickets are only available in the morning departure
- Tour takes place Rain or Shine. Bring Sunscreen and an Umbrella
- On Sundays, the CHURCH of Jeronimos Monastery only opens since 2pm. For this reason, on this date, the visit to the CHURCH will not be held
- Tour can be canceled in case minimum number of guests is not reached
- Restroom options will be available during the tour
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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