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Guided tour
Discover the history of Portugal's defining symbol, Belém Tower, on a guided tour. Explore this architectural masterpiece and enjoy stellar views.
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Take a 1.5-hour guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Belém Tower and learn about its history from an English and Spanish-speaking guide.
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Observe Gothic architectural elements, learn about the Tower's role in protecting the city, and why it was important to ships and explorers.
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Visit 5 sections inside the tower including the Governor's chambers and King’s room to get a closer look at the tower's detailed history.
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One of the best parts of visiting the tower is soaking up beautiful views of the River Tagus and the 25 de Abril Bridge.
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Fun Fact: Visit the tombs of legendary explorer Vasco da Gama, King Manuel, King Sebastian, and poet Lus de Camões.
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Entry to the Belém Tower
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1.5-hour guided tour of the Belém Tower
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Bilingual guide (English & Spanish)
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from United States, France, Spain and over 62 countries have loved this experienceWhat our guests say
Monique
Feb, 2025Verified booking
I bought my tickets in advance and avoided selling out and queuing at the ticket office, but because there is no appointment, you have to queue for up to 2 hours anyway.
Jörg
Mar, 2025Verified booking
Easy booking and great experienceKirsten
Apr, 2025Verified booking
Buying tickets was easy - and definitely the way to go! The line to purchase was long - and your tickets sent directly to me work seemlessly - thank youJorge
Apr, 2025Verified booking
I got up early, but the lines were almost an hour long to get in. Buying tickets in advance makes no difference in the spring, in both places there were no more than 5 or 10 people buying tickets. In addition, people were cutting in line and the security of the place did not make any control. Incredibly in the Jeronimos the people who were cutting in line were not Latinos but Portuguese and Italians, young people.
Raisa
Mar, 2025Verified booking
Beautiful places to visit. Plan to go early as there are usually long lineups to get in, even with the tickets bought online.
Why Visit the Belém Tower?
This incredible 6 story tower is an architectural work of art. Its intricate design makes for a stunning photo op but beyond its beauty lies a long history of power and protection. Explore its many levels and learn about its past as part of Portugal’s rich cultural heritage.
Learn about the Belém Tower
Your English and Spanish-speaking guide will walk you through the history of the monument for over 1.5 hours. The tower has 5 levels connected by a spiral staircase. These stairs are so narrow that they’ve installed a traffic signal set up to go up and down the stairs! Visit the octagonal Governor's Chamber and then make your way to the King’s room which overlooks the southern side of the tower. Another interesting element in this room is the eight holes in the floor called 'machicolations', through which the garrison could shoot or drop projectiles to fend off attacks.
Capture Panoramic Views
Get stunning views of the Tagus Estuary and riverbanks from the terrace. Looking northward, catch sight of the secluded Chapel of St. Jerome among the trees on Avenida da Liberdade.
Important information
- Since this is a highly visited site, plan your visit with enough time on your hands as there could be a line at the entrance.
- There is medium accessibility for guests with reduced mobility.
Timings
- Tues to Sun: 12pm onwards
- Closed on 1 Jan, Easter Sunday, 1 May, 13 June, 24 and 25 Dec.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at each of the redemption points.
Meeting Point
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Meet your guide at Belém Tower
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Address: Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa, Portugal.
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Landmark: Meet at the wooden bridge that gives access to the tower.
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