Sailing tour to the sunset on the Tejo River





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Enjoying Lisbon from the view of the Tagus River and watching the magnificent sunset is a unique and memorable experience. This is without a doubt an experience in Lisbon that you will not forget! 2-hour tour, departing from Bom Sucesso Dock in Belém and covering both banks of the Tagus River, allowing you to see the main monuments of the city of Lisbon in a framed way: Belém Tower, Monument to the Discoveries, Electricity Museum, Maat, Monastery dos Jerónimos, Terreiro do Paço, Lisbon Cathedral, São Jorge Castle, Cristo Rei. You will never forget this tour!
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National Monument. The architectural design is by Cottinelli Telmo and the sculptures are by Leopoldo de Almeida. In addition to the main statue of Infante Dom Henrique, the Navigator, holding a model of a caravel, on both sides of the monument's ramps there are a total of 32 figures from the history of the discoveries.
It was located on a rocky outcrop in the waters of the river, opposite the old beach of Belém, and was intended to replace the old artillery ship, anchored in that stretch, from where the fleets departed for the Indies. Its works were in charge of Diogo Boitaca, who, at the time, also directed the advanced works of the neighboring Jerónimos Monastery.
Also called Central Tejo and built between 1908 and 1951, it represents an old thermoelectric power station that supplied electricity to Lisbon and its region. It is a unique building in the architectural panorama of Lisbon, and one of the most beautiful examples of industrial architecture from the first half of the 20th century in Portugal.
MAAT is a contemporary art museum. Building classified as a Property of Public Interest, it is made up of two poles: the old Central Tagus and the New Building.
Also known as Santa Maria de Belém Monastery, the Jerónimos Monastery, is a Portuguese monastery, built at the end of the 15th century by King Manuel I. The Jerónimos Monastery has been classified as a National Monument since 1907 and in 1983, was classified as World Heritage by UNESCO, together with the Tower of Belém. On the 7th of July 2007 it was elected as one of the seven wonders of Portugal.
The 25 de Abril Bridge is a road-rail suspension bridge over the Tagus River that connects the city of Lisbon (north bank) to the city of Almada (south bank). Until 1974, the Ponte 25 de Abril was called Ponte Salazar. The name 25 de Abril alludes to the revolution of 25 April 1974. The works began on 5 November 1962, having been inaugurated on 6 August 1966.
Praça do Comércio, still commonly referred to by its former name of Terreiro do Paço, is a square in downtown Lisbon, where it was the palace of the kings of Portugal for about two centuries and which is now partially occupied by some government departments. It is one of the biggest squares in Europe. It was for a long time the noblest entrance to Lisbon and, on the marble steps of Cais das Colunas, coming from the river, heads of state and other prominent figures were disembarked and received. In the center of the square, you can see the equestrian statue D. José, erected in 1775 by Joaquim Machado de Castro, the main Portuguese sculptor of the 18th century. On the north side of the square, there is the Triumphal Arch of Rua Augusta, the entrance to Baixa.
The Cathedral of Lisbon, or Church of Santa Maria Maior. It is the seat of the Patriarchate of Lisbon and the Parish of Sé. Its construction began in the second half of the 12th century, after the city's conquest from the Moors by D. Afonso Henriques, and today presents itself as a mixture of architectural styles. It has been classified as a National Monument since 1910.
Alfama is the oldest and one of the most typical neighborhoods in the city of Lisbon. Its name derives from the Arabic al-hamma (الحمّة), which means 'fountain of warm waters, good waters'. The neighborhood is frequented daily by Portuguese and foreign tourists, being considered as the smallest in the entire city of Lisbon. It is known for its restaurants and fado houses, as well as the festivities of Santos Populares, especially on the night of Santo António, from the 12th to the 13th of June.
It is a sanctuary and religious monument dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The National Sanctuary of Cristo Rei is located at an altitude of 133 meters above the level of the Tagus, consisting of a 75 meter high portico designed by the architect António Lino, topped by the statue of the Holy Redeemer with open arms facing the city of Lisbon, 28 meters high, designed by the Portuguese sculptor Francisco Franco de Sousa.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(19)
We booked this cruise on a whim for our final evening in Lisboa, and it turned out to be a beautiful way to close our trip. The weather was on our side—sunny skies with a light evening breeze—and the crew made sure everyone was comfortable by offering blankets and a drink of choice onboard. Despite a group seated behind us being a bit loud at times, it didn’t take away from the experience. We focused on what mattered—the golden light over the water, the stunning views, and simply being present in the moment. The staff were warm, attentive, and accommodating throughout, which added to the overall enjoyment. It was a memorable and relaxing experience, and truly a perfect way to end our last night in Portugal.
Best cruise ever. Small group -12 max- sailing. Maria and peter were warm hospitable- great host. We even got to steer the boat for a bit. Love the sunset. Definite do this
A lovely experience along Tagus river in a beautiful company with the crew members very engaged in the conversation, sharing interesting infomation about Lisbon, its life and pastries. The tour accompanied with a glass of Vinho Verde, or two ;) in a pleasant ambiance with a lovely, friendly conversation. Highly rcommended as an alternative way to discover the beauty of the city!
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere on board, the conversations with our crew and the opportunity to learn more about Lisbon, its lifestyle and of course its pastries :) Thank you for the recommendation and we hope to welcome you back on board soon!
Great experience! We did a private tour with 4 couples. Captain and crew were exceptional, knowledgeable, and friendly. 10/10 would recommend.
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that your private tour was enjoyable and that our captain and crew made such a positive impression. Your recommendation means a lot to us and we’d love to welcome you back on board soon!
We wanted to watch the sunset from the Tagus. That worked out just fine. Fun tour aboard a sailboat. Nice explanation while enjoying a drink.
Very nice boat trip, the skippers were very friendly. We saw some dolphins so they took some extra time to stay and watch them. All in all a very nice experience.
Everything was very perfect. Pedro, our guide and conductor was extremely attentive to my mother, who was old. The boat did not carry much sorssoas and we could take advantage of all environments. The sunset was perfect. Our favorite tour in Lisbon.
Muito obrigado pelas suas palavras Cinthia! Ficamos muito felizes em saber que o passeio foi especial para vocês e que o Pedro cuidou tão bem da sua mãe. A atenção e o carinho com todos os nossos passageiros é algo que prezamos muito. É tão bom saber que puderam aproveitar o barco com tranquilidade e que o pôr-do-sol coroou a experiência. Saber que foi o vosso passeio preferido em Lisboa enche-nos o coração ❤️ Será um prazer recebê-los novamente a bordo numa próxima visita!
Wonderful tour, with a super attentive and helpful staff Tom and Rafael! Extreme care to make this tour a unique experience.
Muito obrigado pelo seu comentário, tão importante para nós. Foi um prazer receber-vos e ficamos muito contentes em saber que gostaram do passeio. Esperamos ver-vos novamente :)
We were very well received. Very nice experience despite the rain that came on board 💦 Crew on top! Good explanations about monuments, history, culture.
Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire! Ce fut un véritable plaisir de vous accueillir à bord. Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié l’expérience malgré la pluie qui n'était pas invitée et qui voulait nous tenir compagnie 😉 Ce sera un plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau :)
It was amazing this afternoon! No doubt to repeat Thank you for all the explanations and for the whole conversation! Excellent
Agradecemos muito o seu comentário, tão importante para nós. Foi um gosto ter-vos a bordo Hugo. Será um prazer receber-vos novamente para novas experiências! Muito obrigado pela confiança e até breve!



