Belém Free Walking Tour: History Versus Modern Facts
Overview of the tour in Lisbon
On the outskirts of the historical city center of Lisbon lays the district that saw a whole nation sail towards new worlds. Some would never come back, while others would return with tales and riches, and a name to be written in History. Since the Tagus river and harbor were the reason this area developed, you can see most of the important things just walking along the flat riverside: parks, museums and historical monuments, some of which are classified as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. And on a totally different note, this is the neighborhood where you can find and try the famous Pastel de Belém!
Learn the History and legends of the old town's most representative neighborhoods, told by accurate, local guides, getting a truly personal and insightful view of Lisbon, walking through the city's narrow alleys up and downhill, lost in time on a genuine "back to the past" tour.
Along the way, we will visit points of interest in the city's historic center on an entertaining and informal guided tour where History, stories, and fun facts combine.
This activity includes:
- Praça do Império Garden
- Garden of Afonso de Albuquerque
- Garden Vasco da Gama
- Jerónimos Monastery
- Belém Tower
- Padrão dos Descobrimentos
- Igreja Santa Maria de Belém
- Pastéis de Belém
- Palácio Nacional de Belém
- Monument to the Overseas Combatants
- Real Portuguese Local Guide
- Honest and Reliable Content on the transition from the Middle Ages to the Discoveries
- Walking tour through the Belém neighbourhood
- Exterior Visit to Historical Sites and Monuments
- Breaktime at the famous Pastéis de Belém
Our Guides
On arrival
Join us before 10:30 by the statue at the center of Jardim Afonso de Albuquerque. Our team is easy to identify using white umbrellas with our company branding, Live History Walking Tours.
Things to note
-Comfortable shoes and a water bottle are advisable.
-These are free walking tours: donations are requested at the end, so do not forget us when the time comes to "pass the hat."
-Children don't need to be accounted for when making a reservation (up to 16 y.o.).
-Baby strollers can be used with ease on this tour.
-Travel agencies should make bookings only when providing direct customers with detailed info.
-Use a group inquiry feature if you need pricing for a group event tour or a private tailor-made tour.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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