Private Walking Tour in Belém

Meet your local guide in central Lisbon and get a good overview of the city as you ride a local tram to the riverside Belém district, and listen to stories about the area’s remarkable art and culture.

Enter the Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to discover graceful columns and stonework, then learn about the monks that prayed and worked here for 400 years. Hear stories about the powerful spice trader who built the monastery and church to celebrate the discoveries of Vasco da Gama, then visit the grave of the Portuguese explorer. Trace a route through Belém’s distinctive Manueline architecture, also known as Portuguese late Gothic, and take in the geometric beauty of the formal Gardens of Belém.

Enjoy time beside the Tagus River, where generations of Portuguese sailors set sail for unfamiliar oceans, and see the country’s most iconic figures set into the Padrão dos Descobrimentos, a white stone monument at the river’s edge. Take in the UNESCO-listed Belém Tower, another Vasco da Gama tribute, then get a taste of Belém’s sweetest heritage at Pastéis de Belém, a historic bakery that’s famed for creating Portugal's famous Pastel de Nata.

• Meet your local guide in central Lisbon and get a good overview of the city as you ride a local tram to the riverside Belém district, and listen to stories about the area’s remarkable art and culture. Enter the Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to discover graceful columns and stonework, then learn about the monks that prayed and worked here for 400 years. Hear stories about the powerful spice trader who built the monastery and church to celebrate the discoveries of Vasco da Gama, then visit the grave of the Portuguese explorer. Trace a route through Belém’s distinctive Manueline architecture, also known as Portuguese late Gothic, and take in the geometric beauty of the formal Gardens of Belém. Enjoy time beside the Tagus River, where generations of Portuguese sailors set sail for unfamiliar oceans, and see the country’s most iconic figures set into the Padrão dos Descobrimentos, a white stone monument at the river’s edge. Take in the UNESCO-listed Belém Tower, another Vasco da Gama tribute, then get a taste of Belém’s sweetest heritage at Pastéis de Belém, a historic bakery that’s famed for creating Portugal's famous Pastel de Nata.

Get lost in history during this fascinating 3-hour walking tour of Lisbon’s Belém neighborhood. A UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site, Belém is home to many famous monuments including the Monastery and Church of Jerónimos, and the fantastic Belém Tower. See why the many museums, music venues, and galleries make it a haven for artists around the world, and sample a delicious Pastéis de Belém, a local treat. This walking tour also includes stops at the Tagus River, gardens of Belém, and the Padrão dos Descobrimentos.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate