Lisbon: Belem Walking Tour with Jeronimos Monastery Tks Included
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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
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.
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
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.
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
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Important Information
- 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 helded
- Tour can be canceled in case minimum number of guests is not reached
- Restroom options will be available during the tour
Reviews(160)
We had a wonderful time touring with Federico! His knowledge of culture and history was truly amazing. We love a good history tour and this did not disappoint. Be prepared to walk as the tower is a distance from the monastery. But, you will have just enjoyed a pastry to fuel you for the trek. Enjoy!
Excellent tour!!! Federico was incredibly passionate and knowledgeable about the Jerónimos Monastery and the Belém area. Fascinating insights into the region's importance during Portugal's early maritime exploration and conquest, as well as its significance in the 19th/20th century. The included pastel de Belém snack midway through the tour was a delightful treat. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting these landmarks in Belém!
Federico was an amazing tour guide with a deep appreciation for Portuguese history and culture. He has a wealth of knowledge and shared many interesting facts with our group. The monastery and church were beautiful and we would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Lisbon!
Frederico was so knowledgeable. We absolutely loved all the historical background he provided. He was also energetic and entertaining. 10/10 would recommend him to others!
Luis’ was a walking encyclopedia on the history of Portugal beyond the sites we visited. He was a caring and enthusiastic guide. We greatly enjoyed our tour.
Luis was a wonderful guide and the monastery and nearby navigation monument and Torre de Belem provide a nice overview of modern Portuguese history. Lovely views and tasty tarts make this a wonderful tour.
This walking tour was fantastic! We got to explore the monastery and enjoy some delicious pastel de nata afterwards. Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and clearly passionate about history. He kept a great pace throughout the tour and encouraged questions, which made the experience even more engaging. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting!
Great guide... knew a lot about history, lineage and was entertaining. His background as a teacher was helpful in keeping everyone engaged.
Leo, our guide was excellent - clear, knowledgeable, engaging and a good sense of humour. Make sure you allow enough time to get to Belem
Luis was an excellent guide. He was knowledgeable enthusiastic and informative. We enjoyed the entire experience.
