Lisbon’s most photographed monument is without a doubt the majestic Torre de Belém. Also known as the Tower of Saint Vincent, the fortress tower located on the freguesia of Santa Maria de Belém also holds the status of UNESCO heritage site, and it is also the symbol of Portugal’s great past of exploration and discovery. Commissioned by King João II to be part of the defence system facing the Tagus river and also as a ceremonial gateway to Lisbon, the tower was actually built in the 16th century entirely with lioz limestone incorporating hints of several architectural styles but mostly Portuguese Manueline. Built on an island near the Lisbon shore, for many years it has been incorrectly stated that the tower was built in the middle of the Tagus and now sits near the shore because the river was redirected after the 1755 Lisbon earthquake. The Belém Tower was added on 7 July 2007 to the registry of the Seven Wonders of Portugal.
Experiences in Torre de Belém
Lisbon 14 Sights and 1 Top Experience MegaPass Classic
Unlock the treasures of Lisbon with the MegaPass including landmarks, unlimited transport, and bonus experiences. Book your Portuguese adventure today!
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Private half-day tour to Belem and Jeronimos Monastery
Book a private tour of the Belem neighborhood in Lisbon. Learn about the naval history in Portugal, step inside the Jerónimos Monastery Church and enjoy a cruise along the Tagus river.
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Lisbon tour from the Algarve with free time
Book this Lisbon tour from the Algarve and discover the top sights in Portugal's capital. See Torre Belem, taste pastel de nata and more.
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Belém District Walking Tour with Audio Guide App
Explore Lisbon's Belém district at your own pace with an audio guided tour. Feel free to take a break and deviate from the itinerary at any time.
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Helicopter flight above Lisbon
Book a helicopter flight over Lisbon's coastline to see landmarks like Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, and the 25th of April Bridge from above.
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One-way boat tour tickets in Lisbon
Enjoy the view of Lisbon from a boat, admire the landmarks of the city and visit the Belem Tower.
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Self-guided Discovery Walk in Lisbon’s Belém
Explore Lisbon's Belém during this interactive Discovery Game. Solve riddles that lead you through the city while learning about its history.
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Lisbon historic highlights guided tour
Book this guided tour of Lisbon and discover the most emblematic sights of the city including Portas do Sol and Nossa Senhora do Monte belvederes, Lisbon Cathedral, Alfama and Belém...
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Belem Discoveries Walking Tour
Discover Lisbon's district Belém. Visit the incredible Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about the Age of Discovery.
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Hop-on hop-off bus tour tickets for Lisbon's main avenues and historical quarter
Explore Lisbon's charm with Yellow Bus tickets. Discover World Heritage sites, iconic landmarks, and the city's riverside. Book now!
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