Belém Essential Combo: Belém Tower + Jerónimos Monastery Tickets





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One combo, two UNESCO World Heritage giants. Belém Tower & Jerónimos Monastery, plus the savings and ease of a single booking.
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Step inside the limestone fortress where Portugal's Age of Discovery set sail. Explore bastions, royal chambers, and a rooftop with sweeping river views.
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Wander Manueline cloisters carved with ropes and sea creatures, pay respects at Vasco da Gama's tomb, and gaze up at the soaring Church of Santa Maria.
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Both UNESCO sites are a leisurely 10-minute riverside stroll apart in Belém, linked by the iconic Padrão dos Descobrimentos.
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Listen along to multilingual digital audio guides at both attractions. Learn at your own speed and don't miss a single carved curl of Manueline genius.
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Belém Tower
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Entry to Belém Tower
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Audio guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German & Italian (as per option selected)
Jerónimos Monastery
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Entry to Jerónimos Monastery
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Digital audio guide in English, Spanish, German, or French (as per option selected)
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Belém Tower & Jerónimos Monastery
- Live guide
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- 30,929 reviews4.7
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25.5K3.2K830456830Guests from United States, France, Italy and over 70 countries have loved this experienceWhat our guests say
YYves D
FamilyVerified booking3 weeks ago5/5A beautiful place to explore. To our surprise, there was no line. (We entered at 2:30 p.m.) We had plenty of time to tour the site (the monastery and church) at our own pace.FFrancesca D
FamilyVerified booking2 weeks ago5/5Entry to the monastery was hassle-free; you can enter within an hour of your scheduled time. It’s not a skip-the-line ticket, but the wait was minimal—about 15 minutes—despite the large crowds (visit took place in August). Admission to the church is free, but you have to wait in another line once you exit the monastery (this one was quick as well).JJose M
FamilyVerified booking5 days ago4/5The highlight was the extraordinary cloister, which we were able to enjoy for as long as we wanted. But it was a shame that, due to restoration work on part of the complex, that section was covered in scaffolding and tarps. The fact that we could visit the church for free was a plus, but we weren’t told that we had to wait in a second line to do so.DDaniel P
FamilyVerified booking2 weeks ago5/5The architecture of the Monastery is amazing. The waiting line under the summer sun can be long to endure, and the visit inside won't be a long one, because it's actually a small place, but it's absolutely worth the visit, it feels magical. Don't forget to get some pasteis de Belem to eat not far from the Monastery.EElizabeth K
FamilyVerified booking2 weeks ago5/5The purchase was very easy and quick. The whole process was simple and straightforward, and when we arrived, we were able to check in without any problems. A very convenient and well-organized experience. I highly recommend it! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spend a sun-soaked day in Belém ticking off two of Lisbon's UNESCO heavyweights. History nerds, this combo is your jam.
Getting started
Show your e-ticket at Belém Tower's main entrance for a quick scan, then collect or activate your audio guide near the door. After exploring, walk 10 minutes along the Tagus to Jerónimos Monastery, where staff check your second ticket at the church or cloister entry and your digital audio guide loads straight onto your phone.
What to expect
Belém Tower
Belém Tower has been guarding Lisbon's harbour since 1519, and it's the city's most photogenic UNESCO postcard. Built as a riverside fortress to defend the Tagus and bid farewell to outbound explorers, it's a Manueline masterpiece of carved stone ropes, watchtowers, and royal flourishes.
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Climb to the rooftop: Spiral up the narrow staircase to the top terrace for sweeping views over the Tagus, the 25 de Abril Bridge, and Lisbon's red-tiled rooftops in the distance.
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Spot the famous rhino: Hunt down the carved rhinoceros tucked into the tower's western corner, a 16th-century stone tribute to one gifted to the king.
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Upgrades: The multilingual digital audio guide brings the bastion, dungeon, and chapel to life with tales of explorers heading to India and prisoners held below.
Jerónimos Monastery
Jerónimos Monastery is Lisbon's gold-leaf flex, a vast UNESCO-listed Manueline complex finished over a hundred years. King Manuel I built it to honour Vasco da Gama's return from India, and it's been hosting Portugal's biggest royal moments ever since.
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Vasco da Gama & Camões: Bow your head at the tombs of Vasco da Gama and poet Luís de Camões, lying just inside the church entrance, side by side like Portugal's two great icons.
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Soaring Santa Maria church: Step into the Church of Santa Maria for impossibly tall palm-tree columns, ribbed ceilings, and ribbons of light pouring through stained-glass windows.
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Upgrades: The multilingual digital audio guide decodes every carved symbol and royal tomb, turning a quiet wander into a self-led history class.
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What to bring
Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery
- Audio guide available on the app. Instructions to download will be shared with your ticket. Do bring your own headphones.
Accessibility
Belém Tower
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Mobility access: This experience is accessible for wheelchair users and guests with prams or strollers.
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Venue access: Use the ramps and elevators available at the venue for easier access to different levels.
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Accessible signage: Braille and audio signage are available throughout this experience.
Jerónimos Monastery
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Mobility access: The monastery is partially wheelchair accessible; visitors may face some challenges due to cobblestoned sections.
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Rentals at the venue: Wheelchairs can be rented at the entrance to the monastery.
What’s not allowed
Belém Tower
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Food and drinks: Do not bring food, beverages, or large bags or backpacks on this experience.
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Flash photography: Do not use flash photography inside the venue.
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Dress code: Do not wear swimwear, shorts, or revealing clothing at this attraction.
Jerónimos Monastery
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Photography: Visitors are not allowed to take photographs in some parts of the monastery.
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Dress code: Please note that off-shoulder tops, dresses, and knee-high shorts are not recommended.
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Food and drinks: Keep in mind that food & beverages and large bags or backpacks are not allowed on this experience.
Additional information
Belém Tower
- Crowds and waiting: Crowds can be heavy from June to September. Beat the lines by showing up right at 10am when it opens or choosing a weekday for your visit.
Jerónimos Monastery
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Date closure: Restoration work may lead to temporary closures. The Jerónimos Monastery remains closed on Monday, 1st January, Easter Sunday, 1st May, and 25th December.
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Timing closure: The Monastery is closed between 9:30am and 1pm on October 24th and December 5th.
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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 the redemption point.
Ticket redemption point
- Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.
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