Belém Experience

Overview

Belém is one of the ex-libris of the Portuguese capital, the place from where the sailors of the XVI century began their trips to the new world. This tour starts with a Tram ride and includes guided visits to Jerónimos Monastery, Carriage Museum, and Monument of Discovers (exterior).

Itinerary

1. Museu Nacional dos Coches

   The National Coach Museum brings together a unique collection of coaches in the world. From the 16th to 19th centuries, some of the oldest coaches in the world are found here.

   · 40 min· Admission included

2. Monastère des Hiéronymites

   Classified by Unesco as a World Heritage Site. The Jerónimos Monastery is one of the achievements of Portuguese and European architecture of its time, affirming at the same time, the uniqueness of its own artistic expression, the Manueline architecture, and its inscription on the international Gothic backyard. This grand religious building was historically associated with the early sailors as explorers because it was from here that the Portuguese navigators started their journey to the new world.

   · 45 min· Admission included

3. Padrao Dos Descobrimentos

   With 52-meter -high, Monument to the Discoveries is a homage to all the Portuguese who took part in the great sea voyage of the 15th and 16th centuries.

   · 15 min· Admission not included

4. The Belém pastry shop is where you can taste the most famous pastries in the country. Inaugurated in 1837, recreating the pastries of Belém every day following an ancient recipe from the Jerónimos Monastery. One of the great culinary wonders of Portugal, the cinnamon-dusted pastel of nata (custard pastel), with its flaky crust and creamy center.

   · 20 min

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• This activity can accommodate a maximum of 15 travelers.
• You will receive confirmation at the time of booking, unless you book less than 12 hours before departure: it will then arrive as soon as possible, subject to availability.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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Product code: 276349P2

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