Take a tour of the Belém Tower, situated on the shore of the River Tagus, and explore this one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites
Marvel at medieval ‘Manueline’ architecture as you explore various areas like Governor's Room, Audience Room & Kings' Room in this iconic landmark
Reach the top floor of the 30m tall four-story tower by climbing narrow stairs and admire the panoramic views of the Belém district
Get to know about the significance of the tower in the protection of the city while exploring this Portuguese landmark of culture
Book Belem Tower Entrance tickets and stroll through this 16th-century built fortification made by Portuguese architect Francisco de Arruda
Belém Tower Location: Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa, Portugal
Activity Timings: 09:30 AM - 06:00 PM
Activity Duration: 1- 2 Hours (approx.)
About Belém Tower, Lisbon:
Delve into the ancient history of Portugal as you explore this iconic landmark, nestled on the shores of Lisbon. Roam around four different floors of the tower and admire the amazing Gothic architecture in arches, pillars, sculptures, cupolas & gargoyles. Stroll through various areas like the vaulted chapel, Governor's Room, Kings' Room, & Audience Room and admire its grandeur. Walk through the top of the tower and soak in the breathtaking views of the River Tagus & Belém district. Book tickets for the Belem Tower and explore the UNESCO Heritage-listed monument in Lisbon.
About Belém Tower Entrance Tickets:
How to Reach?
The Belem Tower is famous for being the symbol of Europe's Age of Discoveries and a UNESCO site known for preserving the cultural heritage of humanity. Be in awe of the iconic Manueline-styled architecture or discover the tower's fascinating past while admiring the stunning sculptures, pillars, arches, cupolas, and gargoyles on it.
To get to the Belem Tower in Lisbon, take the following means of transport:
By Car: The activity site is 13.1 kilometres from Lisbon City Centre. By automobile, you can get there in 20 minutes.
By Bus: The closest bus stop to the activity location is Largo Da Princesa, 1400-024 Lisboa, which is 450 metres away.
By Tram: The nearest tram station to the activity location is Largo Da Princesa, 1400-024 Lisboa, which is 450 metres away.
The Belem Tower opens from morning 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM in the evening. Arrive at the activity location at least 30 minutes before your scheduled time and be prepared for an intuitive tour. Explore the tower's various features, including the audience room, the chapel's 16th-century vaults, the governor's and king's chambers, and the old window cannon. Also, get a chance to learn about its significant history and Portugal's golden age of travel in search of new worlds.
You'll need approximately 1-2 hours to leisurely explore the amazing Belem Tower. Explore the tower at your own speed and marvel at its magnificent Portuguese-styled structure. Make your way up the 30 m (98.4 ft) four-story tower's narrow stairs to the top floor. The magnificent views of the old Belém neighborhood from here will captivate you. Learn about how the tower served as a site of embarkation and disembarkation for Portuguese explorers.