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Riverside Ride Audio Adventure Lisbon to Belem
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Embark on an unforgettable journey through the historic riverside district of Lisbon centre to Belém with our immersive self-guided audio tour. Designed for adventurers seeking independence, flexibility and rich storytelling, this tour combines the freedom of exploring by bike or scooter with the magic of professional storytelling and voices from the past. As you follow designated bike paths all the way to Belém, you’ll hear about the lives of explorers, navigators, writers, and visionaries as you’re transported back in time along the Tagus River. And by the end of this 1-2 hour cycling tour, you’ll have gained a comprehensive view of Lisbon’s historical and cultural evolution. So, hop on your bike or scooter, put on your headphones, and prepare to be transported to a bygone era on this one-of-a-kind audio adventure! *You will need to supply your own bike/scooter (available from €2-20/day from Gira, Bolt/Byrd/Lime or a local rental company).
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 12.
You will begin your tour using your Voicemap App here at the river viewpoint looking out at the Cais dos Colunas. Be sure to have rented your bicycle/scooter already and have your headphones ready! Once you start the tour, listen carefully for instructions and then follow the directions to the next point of interest!
Next, you will head to Largo Jose Saramago on the edge of the old city of Alfama where you will spend some time learning about Lisbon's early history by the ancient Roman stairs, which are over 2000 years old!
Head to Casa dos Bicos, the house of points which was once covered in jewels and now contains the Lisbon Museum and the Jose Saramago foundation.
Next, to the grand commercial center of Lisbon to hear the story of the single most important event in Lisbon's history: the earthquake of 1755.
Now, we're following the riverside bike path through this historic dock district, past the train station and along the water to the bridge!
Past the riverside bars and restaurants and to the bridge, this trendy neighborhood on the edge of Alcantara is a great place to stop and enjoy the river and bridge views.
We pass by the visually-stunning MAAT with its rooftop terrace if you want to stop for a gorgeous view of the river.
Next, this epic limestone monument overlooking the Tejo to learn about Portugal's early explorers and navigators...
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Riverside Ride Audio Adventure Lisbon to Belem lasts about 1h 30min–2h. The itinerary has 12 stops.
Prices start at $11 per person for this Lisbon experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
The meeting point is Make sure you have your own bike/scooter ready to go, your phone charged, the Voice map app downloaded and your head phones at the ready! The tour begins at Largo Jose Saramago, right on the edge of the Alfama neighborhood by the stairs to the underground car park. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 15 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Ride Audio Adventure Lisbon to Belem | 1h 30min–2h | 5.0 (8) | $11 | |
 Lisbon: The Riverside E-Bike Tour to Belém | 3 hours | 4.7 (68) | $45 | View |
 Electric Car Tour of Lisbon Old Town and Belém with GPS Audio Guide | 4 hours | 4.8 (23) | $61 | View |
 Eco Car Twizy Tour - Lisbon Downtown and Belém with GPS Audio Guide | 4 hours | 4.8 (15) | $61 | View |
 Private Belem Tuk Tuk Tour: Monuments and Riverside | 1 hour | — | $100 | View |
 E-ticket for the Belem Tower with audio tour & Lisbon city tour | 2–6 hours | 3.0 (2) | $35 | View |
 Algarve Adventure from Lisbon with Boat Ride to Benagil Cave Tour | 10 hours | 4.9 (29) | $243 | View |
And still following the river, we arrive at the Tower of Belem, once a fortress and prison where you will hear the fascinating (and true!) story of the Rhino and the King.
You will have time at the end of the tour to enjoy one of these delicious treats, but on this stop you will hear the story behind the famous egg tart and the monks who came up with the secret recipe!
Our final stop of the tour where you learn about the important final resting place of some of Portugal's most famous historical figures. Admission is free and you can head inside once your tour is over!
Our final stop of the tour, the UNESCO world heritage site and former home of the Order of the Hieronymites. You can hear the story of the final landing place where sailors and adventurers would be blessed before heading across unknown seas. Stop to enjoy the beautiful architecture from the outside or purchase a ticket to go in to the cloisters once the tour is over.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Mythic City Tours.