Portugal · Walking Tours

Belém Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide

2 Hours Round trip from Lisbon Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private walking tour of Belém with a professional local guide
02 See Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, and the Monument to the Discoveries
03 Learn about Portugal’s Age of Discoveries and key historical figures
04 Pass Praça do Império and views of major museums in the area
05 Explore Belém’s riverside setting and monumental architecture
06 Opportunity to customize the tour with your guide on the spot

Discover Belém, one of Lisbon’s most historic and elegant riverside districts, on a private walking tour led by a professional guide. This area is deeply connected to Portugal’s Age of Discoveries, with landmark monuments, grand public spaces, and remarkable architecture that tell the story of the nation’s maritime past.

Along the way, admire iconic sights including Belém Tower, the Monument to the Discoveries, Praça do Império, and Jerónimos Monastery. You’ll also explore the historical themes that shaped Portugal, from Moorish rule and the House of Aviz to Vasco da Gama, Luís de Camões, and the royal family’s departure to Brazil.

Discover Belém, one of Lisbon’s most historic and elegant riverside districts, on a private walking tour led by a professional guide.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Lisbon

Languages English, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

You will learn about: The moorish rule Kingdom of Portugal Prince Henry the Navigator House of Aviz Arrival of Vasco da Gama Luís de Camões and the Lusiads Brigantine era French invasion in 1807 Departure of the Portuguese Royal Family to Brazil The Tropical Botanical Garden of the Overseas Empire, founded in 1906

You will see: Belem Tower Monument to the Discoveries Praca do Imperio View of Belem Cultural Center / Berardo Collection Museum View of Navy Museum Jeronimos Monastery View of National Coach Museum Tropical Botanical Garden

The route