{"id":117223,"date":"2022-12-19T16:47:09","date_gmt":"2022-12-19T12:47:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/?p=117223"},"modified":"2025-04-29T08:27:12","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T04:27:12","slug":"belem-tower","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/belem-tower\/","title":{"rendered":"A first timer&#8217;s guide to visiting Bel\u00e9m Tower"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[tcb-script src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdnjs.cloudflare.com\/ajax\/libs\/jquery\/3.5.1\/jquery.min.js&#8221; integrity=&#8221;sha512-bLT0Qm9VnAYZDflyKcBaQ2gg0hSYNQrJ8RilYldYQ1FxQYoCLtUjuuRuZo+fjqhx\/qtq\/1itJ0C2ejDxltZVFg==&#8221; crossorigin=&#8221;anonymous&#8221;][\/tcb-script]            <a>             Summary        <\/a>                                                               Bel\u00e9m Tower Guide                                        <\/p>\n<ul id=\"summary-mobile-ul\">            <\/ul>\n<p>            [tcb-script]        jQuery(document).ready(function () {            jQuery(&#8220;.row.post-width&#8221;).prepend(`&lt;div&gt; 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The tower was built on the northern bank of the Tagus River for the city&#8217;s protection. It remains a powerful reminder of the seafaring nation\u2019s glorious past. From its impressive silhouette against the riverfront backdrop to the stories behind its construction, this architectural masterpiece has remained one of Portugal\u2019s defining symbols for centuries. <\/p>\n<p>The tower was later converted into a lighthouse and customs house. Today, the Bel\u00e9m tower is a popular tourist attraction in Portugal. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site, adding it to its lists and protecting it at the end of the 1980s. Discover whether the Bel\u00e9m Tower Ticket is worth your money by reading on.<\/p>\n<h2> Essential Information for Visiting Bel\u00e9m Tower <\/h2>\n<h4>Handy information<\/h4>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\u23f0 Suggested Duration:<\/td>\n<td>2-3 hours <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u2600\ufe0f Best Time to Visit:<\/td>\n<td>Evening at sunset <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\ud83d\udc9c Must See:<\/td>\n<td>The Terrace<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Bel\u00e9m Tower Ticket:&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/lisbon-belem-tower-tickets\/entry-ticket-belem-tower-e-17655\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\" rel=\"noopener\">\u20ac6<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\ud83d\ude0d Bel\u00e9m Tower + Jeronimos Monastery:<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/lisbon-belem-tower-tickets\/combo-belem-tower-jeronimos-monastery-tickets-e-19612\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\" rel=\"noopener\">\u20ac16<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h4>Must-see <\/h4>\n<p>The Spairal StaircaseLower BatteryThe Governer\u2019s ChamberThe King\u2019s Chamber<\/p>\n<h4>Things to know <\/h4>\n<p>Number of visitors per year: 500,000Established: 1514Architect: Francisco de ArrudaArchitectural style: Gothic Architecture <\/p>\n<h4> Opening Hours And Address<\/h4>\n<p>10:00 AM to 5:30 PM (October-April). Last entry: 5:00 PM10:00 AM to 6:30 PM (May-September). Last entry: 6:00 PMClosed on: Mondays, Jan 1st, May 1st, Christmas Day and Easter Sunday.Address : Av. Bras\u00edlia, 1400-038 Lisboa, Portugal<a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/CT3vvwPTWYf4HKqb8\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"nofollow external noopener\">Get Directions<\/a><\/p>\n<p>    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/56af4fd54545bb353557638d2f3ece07-1848-lisbon-001-lisbon%7C-attractions-01.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=1200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"belem tower\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/56af4fd54545bb353557638d2f3ece07-1848-lisbon-001-lisbon%7C-attractions-01.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=1200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"177477554\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" sizes=\"888px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<h2> Why must you visit the Bel\u00e9m Tower? <\/h2>\n<p>Well, for starters, just look at it! This incredible six-story tower is an architectural work of art. Its intricate design makes for a stunning photo op and will certainly add to your Instagram feed. But beyond its beauty lies a long history of power and protection\u2014the tower was once used to protect the city from naval attack. Today, you can explore its many levels and learn about its past as part of Portugal\u2019s rich cultural heritage. And while you\u2019re at it, you must make sure to explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/jeronimos-monastery\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" rel=\"noopener\"> Jeronimos Monastery<\/a> as well.<\/p>\n<p>These two iconic landmarks stood as reminders of Portugal&#8217;s nautical achievements and were built during the Golden Age of Discovery.<\/p>\n<h2> Recommended Bel\u00e9m Tower Tickets<\/h2>\n<p>According to a survey, more than 500,000 people visit the Bel\u00e9m Tower every year, making it the most popular tourist destination. Purchase a ticket to Bel\u00e9m Tower and feel free to enter during any time of the day. You can also purchase a Bel\u00e9m Essential Combo: Bel\u00e9m Tower + Jer\u00f3nimos Monastery Tickets ticket to visit Lisbon\u2019s historical attractions at a combo offer.<\/p>\n<h2> Bel\u00e9m Tower History<\/h2>\n<p>    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/tour\/33676\/TOUR-IMAGE\/f0b10fe6-c3ec-4be3-b0c8-e3904e617f0a-17655-lisbon-bele-m-tower-skip-the-line-ticket-01.jpeg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=1200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"belem tower\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/tour\/33676\/TOUR-IMAGE\/f0b10fe6-c3ec-4be3-b0c8-e3904e617f0a-17655-lisbon-bele-m-tower-skip-the-line-ticket-01.jpeg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=1200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"177477554\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" sizes=\"888px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<p>Originally built to protect Lisbon from incoming raids along the Tagus River, the Bel\u00e9m Tower (Torre de Bel\u00e9m) was built in the 16th century around 1515 by Francisco de Arruda. It was also the beginning of the ship&#8217;s voyages. The Tower was built due to the desire of King Manuel I&#8217;s predecessor, King John II. Later on, it served as a lighthouse and prison for politicians. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/monastery-of-jeronimos-c-3910\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\" rel=\"noopener\"> Jer\u00f3nimos Monastery<\/a> and the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/lisbon-belem-tower-tickets-c-2354\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\" rel=\"noopener\"> Belem Tower<\/a> have been UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1983. Given its landmark status, it has often been recognized as Europe&#8217;s Age of Discovery and as a symbol of Portugal or Lisbon. Due to the Lisbon earthquake of 1755, the Tagus was redirected and now sits near the shore rather than in the middle of the river. This Tower is also referred to as the Tower of Saint Vincent. It has been named in honor of Lisbon&#8217;s patron saint and commemorates Vasco da Gama&#8217;s expedition to India in 1497-98. Most of the vessels arrived and departed from Bel\u00e9m&#8217;s beach (Praia do Restelo), which protected them from the strong winds originating from the Atlantic Ocean. The Bel\u00e9m Tower was commissioned in the late 15th century as part of a larger defensive complex for Lisbon&#8217;s port, which included the Fort of So Sebastio da Caparica and the Tower of Santo Ant\u00f3nio at Cascais.<\/p>\n<h2> Bel\u00e9m Tower&#8217;s Unique Architecture<\/h2>\n<p>    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/microbrands-content-image\/image\/2cf67d5735649fa5cebae6219330e484-4a767d7a-1e0c-4c45-926a-4914c3aa3ccc-17655-lisbon-bele-m-tower-skip-the-line-ticket-07.jpeg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=1200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"Belem Tower\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/microbrands-content-image\/image\/2cf67d5735649fa5cebae6219330e484-4a767d7a-1e0c-4c45-926a-4914c3aa3ccc-17655-lisbon-bele-m-tower-skip-the-line-ticket-07.jpeg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=1200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"177477554\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" sizes=\"888px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<p>There is little doubt that the Tower of Bel\u00e9m is a superb example of the Manueline style of architecture. It was a common and most prevalent style in 16th-century Portugal. The Manueline style encompassed aspects of Gothic and Italian Renaissance architecture. It was in the 16th century, during the Portuguese Renaissance and the Age of Discoveries, that the Manueline architecture style, sometimes called Portuguese late Gothic, was developed. There are, however, architectural details that suggest the Gothic style popular in Portugal in the 1400s, such as ribbed vaults, tall columns, gargoyles, and tracery above balcony parapets. The style of the Torre de Bel\u00e9m is a blend of medieval (a tower) and Renaissance (a bastion) elements, similar to the structure itself. The presence of maritime motifs is another important characteristic of the style. In particular, twisted ropes adorning the Tower&#8217;s riverfront southern fa\u00e7ade and embodying the building&#8217;s connection with navigation. When placed around the monarch&#8217;s coat of arms, these symbols symbolize the monarch&#8217;s role as a driving force for Portuguese nationalism. Symbolically, the crosses found throughout the building symbolize the connection between seafaring and exploration. A rhinoceros carving found in one of the watchtowers underscores Portugal&#8217;s international connections, even as the motifs associated with the Manueline style signal the expansion of Portuguese territorial power.<\/p>\n<h2> Inside Bel\u00e9m Tower<\/h2>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/4421a874743af55a6f37d3f9e9ec1296-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Spiral%20Staircase.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=webp&amp;w=200&amp;h=200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min&amp;q=30\" scale=\"0\" width=\"175\" height=\"175\" style=\"width: 200px;\" alt=\"Belem Tower\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1151929850\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h4>The Spiral Staircase<\/h4>\n<p>The tower has five levels connected by a spiral staircase. Once the visitors enter the small door, they can take the staircase upwards. These stairs are so narrow that they\u2019ve installed a traffic signal setup to go up and down the stairs.<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/35ef748e81a9885af33fad84ba3bd5e3-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20%20Lower%20Battery.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=webp&amp;w=200&amp;h=200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min&amp;q=30\" scale=\"0\" width=\"175\" height=\"175\" style=\"width: 200px;\" alt=\"Belem Tower\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1151929850\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Lower Battery<\/h4>\n<p>Regardless of where you stand in the tower, make a point of heading down to the Lower Battery to take in the panoramic views: You can observe any boats approaching from the Atlantic. Once you&#8217;re done admiring the view from the Lower Battery, move up the narrow spiral staircase and climb to the First Floor.<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/microbrands-content-image\/image\/edf4c7f212badd6fb0dc5bf1ab3648cc-73e3378b-4aec-4ee5-adaa-dee56eb1e73f-17655-lisbon-bele-m-tower-skip-the-line-ticket-03.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;fm=webp&amp;w=200&amp;h=200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min&amp;q=30\" scale=\"0\" width=\"175\" height=\"175\" style=\"width: 200px;\" alt=\"Belem Tower\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1151929850\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h4>The Governor&#8217;s Chamber<\/h4>\n<p>The Governor&#8217;s Chamber is accessible by a narrow flight of stairs and is octagonal in shape. In the 16th century, this room housed the position of Governor of Bel\u00e9m Tower &#8211; always a highly prestigious role among royals.<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/d70db85e88f83ea6e04fb4f9885e16bb-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20The%20King's%20Chamber.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=webp&amp;w=200&amp;h=200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min&amp;q=30\" scale=\"0\" width=\"175\" height=\"175\" style=\"width: 200px;\" alt=\"Belem Tower\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1151929850\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h4>The King&#8217;s Chamber<\/h4>\n<p>The King&#8217;s room has a balcony that overlooks the southern side of the tower. There are eight round holes in the Floor of the King\u2019sroom, called machicolations, through which the garrison could shoot or drop projectiles to fend off attacks. There are also three holes in each corner of this room for serving food or drink.<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/microbrands-content-image\/image\/4b89e096606995df6edac7afbc49d101-AdobeStock_108491810.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;fm=webp&amp;w=200&amp;h=200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min&amp;q=30\" scale=\"0\" width=\"175\" height=\"175\" style=\"width: 200px;\" alt=\"Belem Tower\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1151929850\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Chapel &#8211; Fourth Floor<\/h4>\n<p>A second panoramic terrace, typical of Manueline style, is found on the 4th Floor and formed part of the G. Chapel, a chapel that became a parish after becoming popular and was eventually incorporated into the Hieronymite monastery.<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/microbrands-content-image\/image\/dce85694d07d9ad01bab396ed713961e-23cd9e39-fb15-43ad-9f7b-05ac9b68efb6-17655-lisbon-bele-m-tower-skip-the-line-ticket-05.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;fm=webp&amp;w=200&amp;h=200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min&amp;q=30\" scale=\"0\" width=\"175\" height=\"175\" style=\"width: 200px;\" alt=\"Belem Tower\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1151929850\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h4>The Terrace<\/h4>\n<p>The terrace offers stunning views of the Tagus Estuary and riverbanks from the top of the tower, as are those of Bel\u00e9m and its monuments. Looking northward from the terrace, one can see the secluded Chapel of St. Jerome (Capela de So Jerome) among the trees on Avenida da Liberdade.<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/b6f19b1cdaa6232504ad65b64a50d870-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Upper%20Battery.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=webp&amp;w=200&amp;h=200&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min&amp;q=30\" scale=\"0\" width=\"175\" height=\"175\" style=\"width: 200px;\" alt=\"Belem Tower\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1151929850\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Upper Battery<\/h4>\n<p>The Upper Battery was built on the second floor in 1519 to protect the entrance to Lisbon\u2019s harbor from foreign invaders. Lined with cannons and manned by soldiers, it served as a powerful fortification against outside forces. <\/p>\n<h2> Best time to visit Bel\u00e9m Tower <\/h2>\n<p>Bel\u00e9m Tower is best seen either early morning to participate in a tour at 10 am or in the evening to watch a beautiful sunset at Targus River. Tourists are least likely to visit Bel\u00e9m in October, as April is the busiest month for tourism. Hotel and flight prices will be the highest during these months, but you can save if you book well in advance. This is likely the least expensive month for those willing to visit during these times. There is no access to the tower on Mondays, New Year&#8217;s Day, Easter Sunday, May Day (1 May), and Christmas Day. Photos of the tower&#8217;s striking exterior are still available when the tower is closed on those days, but you won&#8217;t be able to climb inside. Take the best photos around the tower on the right, away from the busy pedestrian area and the line. When the tower is framed against an orange sky and the river at sunset, it is a particularly good time to photograph it.<\/p>\n<h2>Bel\u00e9m Tower Opening Hours<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>10:00 am to 6:30 pm from May to September. Last admission is at 6:00 PM<\/li>\n<li>10:00 am to 5:30 pm from October to April. Last admission is at 5:00 PM<\/li>\n<li>The Bel\u00e9m Tower is closed on Mondays and on the following days: 25th December and 1st January, 1st May and 13th June.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to get to Bel\u00e9m Tower from Lisbon<\/h2>\n<p>Despite being the most famous monument in Lisbon, Bel\u00e9m Tower is actually located far away from the city center, about 6 to 9 kilometers from the center. It is located on the Bel\u00e9m coast. There are several modes of transportation you can choose from, including tram, train and bicycle. You may have to buy tickets for more than one transportation based on your location.<\/p>\n<h3>Bicycle<\/h3>\n<p>Heading to Bel\u00e9m on a bicycle is one of the best ways to explore the city around you. The pollution is at a minimal, the roads are mostly flat or very slightly up\/down hill, and the journey lasts onlt 35 minutes. The best part? You&#8217;ll be cycling along the River Tagus, that&#8217;ll present you with some of the most beautiful views!<\/p>\n<h3>Tram<\/h3>\n<p>Trams heading to Alg\u00e9s (Jardim) run regularly (every 10-15 minutes). The ride takes about 25 minutes from Pra\u00e7a da Figueira.<\/p>\n<h3>Train<\/h3>\n<p>Take the 19001 train from Lisbon to Bel\u00e9m Tower, its journey time is around 8 minutes, and it covers a distance of approximately 5 km.<\/p>\n<h2>Restaurants near Bel\u00e9m Tower<\/h2>\n<p>                                     <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/5c56caf3642e26ddf1ebec68d5d85169-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Japanese%20Sushi.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"Belem Tower\" sizes=\"150px\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/5c56caf3642e26ddf1ebec68d5d85169-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Japanese%20Sushi.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3623841275\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\">                 <span><strong>Esteoeste<\/strong>        <\/span><\/p>\n<p>This futuristic area signifies &#8216;East-West&#8217; and is located on the first level of the remarkable CCB cultural facility. As a result, it offers an intriguing mix of good, mid-priced wood-fired pizzas, and very fresh Japanese sushi. The primary lure, though, is its magnificent roof terrace, which offers commanding views of Bel\u00e9m&#8217;s landmarks and riverbank and a beautiful roof garden dotted with olive trees. <\/p>\n<p>                                         <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/1e722bcfb0a55e13061d523811d89565-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Grilled%20Meats.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"Belem tower\" sizes=\"150px\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/1e722bcfb0a55e13061d523811d89565-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Grilled%20Meats.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3623841275\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\">                 <span><strong>Vela Latina<\/strong>        <\/span><\/p>\n<p>The long-established restaurant has a stunning view of Bel\u00e9m&#8217;s marina, home to some of the most famous yachts in the world. It has a variety of upmarket seafood options and grilled meats, as well as a nice wine list. <\/p>\n<p>                                         <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/ca28d01f0ab58998727342223f0076cd-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Grilled%20Prawns.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"belem tower\" sizes=\"150px\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/ca28d01f0ab58998727342223f0076cd-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Grilled%20Prawns.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3623841275\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\">                 <span><strong>Solar do Embaixador<\/strong>        <\/span><\/p>\n<p>As its name suggests, &#8216;Manor of the Ambassador&#8217; is a small family restaurant offering excellent Portuguese and Brazilian cuisine at a good price. Fish like mackerel, prawns that have been grilled, and octopus await you here. You&#8217;ll also find a TV in a corner if you&#8217;re into sports.<\/p>\n<h2>Bel\u00e9m Tower facts that you probably didn\u2019t know<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Heritage:<\/b> 1514-1520 was the period during which this tower was built. It has witnessed the best and worst aspects of Portuguese heritage, having lived during some of Europe&#8217;s most turbulent periods.<\/li>\n<li><b>Ship Replacement:<\/b> During King John II&#8217;s reign, a permanent ship was stationed in the bay of Bel\u00e9m in order to protect the shoreline of the city from impending threats and\/or attacks. This ship served as a deterrent over the shoreline during his reign but was removed by his successor.<\/li>\n<li><b>UNESCO:<\/b> In 1983, the Bel\u00e9m Tower was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites when it proved to be one of the country&#8217;s most important landmarks for a long time.<\/li>\n<li><b>Location Shift:<\/b> The tower no longer has its own island after the great earthquake of 1755. The quake caused the river to shift and moved the small island closer to the land until eventually merging them. Bel\u00e9m Tower is today nothing more than a tower that stands on an island in the middle of the river, overlooking the water.<\/li>\n<li><b>Seven Wonders:<\/b> Among the Seven Wonders of Portugal, the Bel\u00e9m Tower is one of the lesser-known wonders. Others include The Jer\u00f3nimos Monastery (just across from the Bel\u00e9m Tower, and an absolutely stunning structure), Pena National Palace in Sintra, the Castle of \u00d3bidos, Batalha Monastery, Alcoba\u00e7a Monastery, and Guimar\u00e3es Castle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Bel\u00e9m Tower Insider Tips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>For those with limited mobility, there is medium accessibility<\/li>\n<li>Because this is a popular attraction, plan your visit accordingly, as there may be a line at the door<\/li>\n<li>The bottom level is accessible by wheelchair; however, some areas are cobblestoned<\/li>\n<li>There will be a 15-20 minute wait at the entrance\/security<\/li>\n<li>Because there is no luggage room, leaving your bags at home is best<\/li>\n<li>Wear comfortable shoes, as you\u2019ll have to walk up and down a narrow flight of stairs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Things to do around Bel\u00e9m Tower<\/h2>\n<p>                                                                      <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/685970b51531f1209fd559e861c4016e-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Monument%20to%20the%20Overseas%20Combatants.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=300&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"belem tower\" sizes=\"176px\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/685970b51531f1209fd559e861c4016e-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Monument%20to%20the%20Overseas%20Combatants.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=300&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3778691848\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\">                                            Monument to the Overseas Combatants                          <\/p>\n<p> A monument dedicated to Portugal&#8217;s overseas combatants of the Overseas War of 1961-1974 stands at the western edge of Bel\u00e9m, Lisbon, Portugal. This monument was commissioned by Adriano Moreira and General Altino de Magalhes, then head of the Combatants League.<b>Distance from Bel\u00e9m Tower: 550 meters<\/b> <\/p>\n<p>                                                                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/170115400a4f61ed36d53bb9d3fd368b-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Bom%20Sucesso%20Fortress.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=300&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"belem tower\" sizes=\"176px\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/170115400a4f61ed36d53bb9d3fd368b-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Bom%20Sucesso%20Fortress.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=300&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"26290068\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\">                                            Bom Sucesso Fortress                           <\/p>\n<p> Forte do Bom Sucesso is a Portuguese fort located at Bel\u00e9m in Lisbon, which houses the Museum of Combat and Monument to Overseas Combatants. Under the leadership of General Guilherme de Valler\u00e9e, construction of the fort, which follows a polygonal form on the right bank of the River Tagus, began in 1780 and was completed by 1802.<b>Distance from Bel\u00e9m Tower: 550 meters <\/b><\/p>\n<p>                                                                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/d5927e47cb05fb481e5f5531cd9dbb0a-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Bele%CC%81m%20Lighthouse.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=300&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"belem tower\" sizes=\"176px\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/d5927e47cb05fb481e5f5531cd9dbb0a-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Bele%CC%81m%20Lighthouse.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=300&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1188767063\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\">                                            Bel\u00e9m Lighthouse                           <\/p>\n<p> In Bel\u00e9m, there is a closed lighthouse. It stood near the Bel\u00e9m Tower and was constructed in the 19th century as a souvenir of the previous navigation system. Many objects served as lighthouses in Bel\u00e9m around the time of the nineteenth and twentieth century. The lighthouse was built in the early half of the twentieth century. It is constructed on a circular projection. <b>Distance from Bel\u00e9m Tower: 600 meters <\/b><\/p>\n<p>                                                                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/da5a30f9d81e7a81b0d0f5575da80562-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Jero%CC%81nimos%20Monastery.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=300&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"belem tower\" sizes=\"176px\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/da5a30f9d81e7a81b0d0f5575da80562-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Jero%CC%81nimos%20Monastery.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=300&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1739029\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\">                                            Jer\u00f3nimos Monastery                           <\/p>\n<p> The Jer\u00f3nimos Monastery, also known as the Hieronymites Monastery, is a former Order of Saint Jerome monastery located along the Tagus River in the parish of Bel\u00e9m, Lisbon Municipality, Portugal. On December 28, 1833, the state decided to secularize the graveyard, giving it to the Portuguese charitable organization Real Casa Pia de Lisboa. <b>Distance from Bel\u00e9m Tower: 2.3 Kms<\/b> <\/p>\n<p>                                                                                                   <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/4e3a121a112f5f160caa653e48e9767d-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Garden%20Vasco%20da%20Gama.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=300&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"belem tower\" sizes=\"176px\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/4e3a121a112f5f160caa653e48e9767d-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20Garden%20Vasco%20da%20Gama.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=400&amp;h=300&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"4171766856\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\">                                            Garden Vasco da Gama                          <\/p>\n<p>Vasco da Gama Garden was established in 1898 as part of the Vasco da Gama avenue, which was erected in 1911. In 1997, the park underwent renovations, which included fountains and a bar. In 2004, the garden had another makeover in which an underground parking garage was built.<b>Distance from Bel\u00e9m Tower: 3.2 Kms<\/b><\/p>\n<h2>FAQs<\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[tcb-script src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdnjs.cloudflare.com\/ajax\/libs\/jquery\/3.5.1\/jquery.min.js&#8221; integrity=&#8221;sha512-bLT0Qm9VnAYZDflyKcBaQ2gg0hSYNQrJ8RilYldYQ1FxQYoCLtUjuuRuZo+fjqhx\/qtq\/1itJ0C2ejDxltZVFg==&#8221; crossorigin=&#8221;anonymous&#8221;][\/tcb-script] Summary Bel\u00e9m Tower Guide [tcb-script] jQuery(document).ready(function () { jQuery(&#8220;.row.post-width&#8221;).prepend(`&lt;div&gt; &lt;div id=&#8221;summary-list-wrapper&#8221;&gt; &lt;div&gt; &lt;div&gt; Bel\u00e9m Tower Guide &lt;\/div&gt; &lt;div&gt;&lt;\/div&gt; &lt;\/div&gt; &lt;ul id=&#8221;summaryList&#8221;&gt; &lt;\/ul&gt; &lt;\/div&gt; &lt;\/div&gt;`); let allH2 = document.querySelectorAll(&#8220;h2.add-to-summary&#8221;); for (i = 0; i &lt; allH2.length; i++) { jQuery(&#8220;#summaryList&#8221;).append(`&lt;li&gt;&lt;a&gt;${allH2[i].innerHTML}&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;\/li&gt;`); jQuery(&#8220;#summary-mobile-ul&#8221;).append(`&lt;li&gt;&lt;a&gt;${allH2[i].innerHTML}&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;\/li&gt;`); } let allA = document.querySelectorAll(&#8220;#summaryList li a&#8221;); let header = jQuery(document.getElementsByTagName(&#8220;header&#8221;)[0]) let [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":106,"featured_media":117437,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1995,1994,1245],"tags":[6381,6269,6307,6308,6268,6270],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Read this before you visit Bel\u00e9m Tower - One of Portugal&#039;s Seven Wonders<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Planning a visit to Bel\u00e9m Tower Lisbon? 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