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Belém Tower Tickets

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Visit the iconic Belém Tower, an unmissable Portuguese landmark of culture and heritage.

Highlights

Explore the special Gothic architectural and historical elements of the UNESCO-listed Belém Tower, with an optional audio guide to learn more.
Built of limestone and in the style of medieval ‘Manueline’ architecture, it is a grand vision both internally and externally.
Discover the Tower's role in the protection of the city and its importance to ships and explorers as you walk through different sections and take in beautiful views of the River Tagus and the 25 de Abril Bridge.
Create a hassle-free itinerary by upgrading your experience with a Lisbon Card, which gives you access to additional sites like the Jerónimos Monastery, the National Costume Museum, and more, along with free transportation.
Fun Fact: Find the tombs of legendary explorer Vasco da Gama along with other great Portuguese figures, including Kings Manuel and Sebastião, and poet Luis de Camões.

Inclusions

Entry to Belém Tower
Audio guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German & Italian (optional)
24/48/72-hour Lisbon card (optional)
Free color handy guide and app (optional)
Interactive map (optional)

Exclusions

Live guide

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 31 Aug, 2024.

Ratings & Reviews

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Guests from France, Spain, United States and over 71 countries have loved this experience

Pascal

4/5

Apr, 2024

I liked : The beauty of the setting What I didn't like: The lack of information on the history of the monastery Disliked: Waiting more than an hour in direct sunlight

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Carol

3/5

Apr, 2024

We enjoyed the Tower. We found the bridge, and movement of the earthquake, and the view interesting. It was not crowded. The monastery was awful, truly awful. 1-3/4 hours in line in direct sun. Tickets must be TIMED. This is essential. Matter of time before dies on the line.

John

3/5

Apr, 2024

The tickets were billed as beating the queues which they didn't. At both sites (which were excellent) I would have been better buying the tickets on the day as there was no waiting at the ticket office. All I ended up doing was spending more on paying a service charge

Rosamaria

4/5

Apr, 2024

The place is very nice to visit, unfortunately endless lines to be made under the sun, despite buying tickets online. It would be necessary to make the entrances by time slots.

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Kristin

3/5

Apr, 2024

Both locations were over crowded. The line for the monastery as at least an hour wait. It was blazing hot so we didn't wait around. We were with my 93 year old Mom who uses a walker. No accommodation for handicapped access. The initial wait at the Tower of Belem was not too bad. However once inside the wait for the upper tower was very long, again in the hot sun. Use some type of timed entry or don't sell as many tickets. Something with a 2 hour entry window would be good.

Ticket Validity

These tickets are valid until 31 Aug, 2024.

Your experience

The Belém Tower has long been a symbol of Portugal’s history, culture, and heritage. Officially called the ‘Tower of Saint Vincent’ (in honor of Lisbon’s patron saint), this notable landmark is a 16th-century fortification on the River Tagus. Serving as a starting point and destination for Portuguese ships and explorers, it was also a ceremonial gateway to the city.

Dive right into exploring this UNESCO Heritage-listed monument and its historic role. Learn about how it protected the city as part of a tripartite defense system and how this fell apart after the Spanish Occupation. With its limestone foundation and traditional medieval architecture, better known as ‘Manueline’ architecture, the most noticeable elements are the twisted ropes that wind around the building – ending in elegant knots – armillary spheres, crosses of the Order of Christ, and other Gothic features. The Tower consists of four stories: the Governor's Room, Kings' Room, the Audience Room, and the vaulted chapel. Upgrade your experience with a Lisbon Card included, which gives you access to several sites like the Jerónimos Monastery, the National Costume Museum, and the National Museum of the Azulejo, along with free transportation.

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Keep in mind food & beverages and large bags or backpacks are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.
Strict dress code: no swimwear, shorts, or revealing clothing.