Lisbon - Belém: German private tour including monastery｜Portugal

Lisbon's historic district Belém is located 6 kilometers away from the rest of the historic center (downtown). The district is located directly on the Tejo River. Here, the Portuguese era of discovery can be felt everywhere.

We explore the most beautiful sights together and take in the flair of the river promenade, where the great explorers started their expeditions in the 16th century.

The meeting point is at the historic Torre de Belém (tower), one of the most beautiful Manueline buildings, which we admire from the outside.

Then we make our way to the Tagus River, where we marvel at the Monument of the Discoveries (Padrão dos Descobrimentos) and imagine ourselves in the 16th century, when great sailors like Vasco da Gama set sail here.

Afterwards we visit the highlight of Belém - the impressive Jerónimos Monastery ("Mosteiro dos Jerónimos"). We admire the cloister and church from the inside and outside (approx. 1 hour). We take a close look at Portugal's former wealth and the artistry of the architecture of the time. The cloister (= your tour guide) has many stories to tell!

We end at the famous “Pasteis de Belém”, which you can try without waiting in line thanks to your guide. The delicious pastries have been baked here for almost two centuries, using a secret recipe.

It's up to you whether you want to stay longer in Belém on your own or take tram 15 back to the historic center. You will of course get tips from your tour guide.

The Belém tour in German includes entry to the monastery and a Pastel de Belém.

Restauration works in 2025/2026: The fassade of the Torre de Belém is undergoing restauration works. We hope for clear views on the monument in spring 2026.