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Monument to the Discoveries: Our most recommended tours and activities

Lisbon: Sunset Boat Party Cruise with DJ and Open Bar

1. Lisbon: Sunset Boat Party Cruise with DJ and Open Bar

Cruise along the spectacular Tagus River in Lisbon as you take a musical journey from Balearic house and Ibiza house classics to innovative dance floor hits on a sunset party boat cruise. Sip on drinks from the open bar as you watch the city lights sparkle over the water. Begin your evening with a welcome drink as you board your motor catamaran, called Beirinha. Relax on the terrace and delight in the warm rays of the sun on your skin as you sail westwards. Make the most of the fully open bar and snap the best photos with friends old and new as you dance to the DJ's tunes into the night.

Lisbon: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

2. Lisbon: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

See all of Lisbon on an excursion that gives you the freedom to plan your own itinerary with this full-day hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour that covers four separate routes. With regular stops all along the way, you are in complete control. Hop on and off whenever and wherever, and visit as many sights, gardens, or shopping boulevards as you like. You can also take advantage of onboard audio guides in 16 languages. Belém Line (Red Line): Stop 1 - Marquês de Pombal Square Stop 2 - Restauradores Stop 3 – Principe Real Stop 4 – São Pedro Alcântara Belveder Stop 5 – Ribeira Market (Time Out Market) Stop 6 – Ancient Art Museum Stop 7 – Pilar 7 Stop 8 – Coach Museum Stop 9 – National Ajuda Palace Stop 10 – Jeronimos Monastery Stop 11 – Belem Tower Avenue Stop 12 – Belem Tower Stop 13 – Monument to Discoveries Stop 14 – Maat Stop 15 – Doclands Stop 16 – Estrela Stop 17 - Amoreiras Stop 18 - El Corte Inglès Stop 19 - Eduard VII Park - Northside Stop 20 - Marquês of Pombal Square Oriente Line (Blue Line): Stop 1 - Marquês de Pombal Stop 2 - Duque Loulé Avenue Stop 3 - Campo Pequeno Stop 4 - Oceanarium Stop 5 - Lisbon Casino Stop 6 - Vasco da Gama Shopping Center Stop 7 - Vasco da Gama Tower Stop 8 - Oriente Station Stop 9 - Tile Museum Stop 10 - Cruise Terminal Stop 11 - Santa Apolónia Station Stop 12 - Martim Moniz Stop 13 - Restauradores Stop 14 - Marquês de Pombal Square Castle Line (Green Line): Stop 1 - Praça Marquês de Pombal Stop 2 - Duque de Loulé Avenue Stop 3 - Martim Moniz (Mundial Hotel) Stop 4 - St.George Castle Stop 5 - Portas do Sol Stop 6 – Graça Belveder Stop 7 - São Vicente de Fora Stop 8 - Campo Santa Clara/Pateão Stop 09 - Martim Moniz (Firehouse) Stop 10 - Restauradores Stop 11 - Marquês de Pombal Square Cascais Line (Orange: Lisboa - Cascais): 1 - Marquês de Pombal2 - Jerónimos3 - Carcavelos (Rua do Gurué)4 - Estoril (Posto de Turismo)5 - Cascais (Hotel Baía)6 - Guincho (Parque de Campismo Orbitur) *7 - Guincho (Rest. Porto Sta. Maria) *8 - Guincho (Forte dos Oitavos) *9 - Cascais (Boca do Inferno)10 - Cascais (Casa das Histórias - Paula Rego) Cascais Line (Yellow: Cascais - Lisboa): 1 - Cascais (Casa das Histórias - Paula Rego)2 - Cascais (Hotel Baía)3 - Estoril4 - Carcavelos (Rua do Gurué)5 - Jerónimos6 - Marquês de Pombal

Lisbon: Sunset Catamaran Tour with Music and a Drink

3. Lisbon: Sunset Catamaran Tour with Music and a Drink

Embark on a sunset catamaran cruise along Lisbon's Tagus River. Spot iconic sights such as Christ the King and the 25th of April Bridge, as well as the elegant Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. Enjoy an included drink and unwind with onboard music. Take a seat on the boat's terrace or lounge as the boat takes off on the water. Stretch out and relax on one of the catamaran's 2 nets while enjoying your drink. Snap pictures of the unique architecture of the Electricity Museum and enjoy the colors of the sunset reflected on the water. Create unforgettable memories with friends or loved ones that will last a lifetime as you explore the beauty of Lisbon from the water. At the end of the trip, return to Doca de Santo Amaro.

Lisbon: 4-Hour Private Guided Tuk-Tuk Tour

4. Lisbon: 4-Hour Private Guided Tuk-Tuk Tour

This is a sightseeing tour that includes everything you must see in Lisbon. It will give you a complete overview of the most important landmarks of the city. In this 4-hour ride, you will be able to experience the old districts, visit monuments full of history and see breathtaking views. Graça, Alfama, Bairro Alto, Chiado, and Belem are must-see neighborhoods of the Portuguese capital and can be explored in a relaxed and comfortable way on board of an electric tuk-tuk. And as flavors are also a great way to know a city - enjoy our offer of a traditional liquor at one of the stops. The tuk-tuk is a very versatile way to move around the hills of Lisbon, as it gets access to sites where touristic buses are not allowed, considering the geography of the city. You can also count on the live explanation of your professional storytellers. Be prepared for a fun adventure but also for lots of history and contemporary culture.

Lisbon: Dolphin Watching Boat Trip with Swim Stop and Drinks

5. Lisbon: Dolphin Watching Boat Trip with Swim Stop and Drinks

Join a boat trip along the banks of the Tagus River in Lisbon and go in search of dolphins as you cruise towards the Atlantic Ocean. Stop along the way to take a refreshing dip in the ocean waters and enjoy complimentary drinks throughout the cruise. Head to the meeting point and be welcomed aboard the boat before setting sail. Cruise along the Tagus and marvel at some of Lisbon's most iconic landmarks from the water, including Belém Tower, the Discovery Standard, and the 25 de Abril Bridge, which connects the two banks of the Tagus. Sit back and relax as your captain navigates routes known to be frequented by dolphins. With the help of your experienced crew, keep a lookout for these intelligent marine mammals and get to see them in their natural habitat. Take advantage when your captain stops the boat at a secluded beach and dive into the waters for a refreshing swim. After your swim and throughout your cruise, enjoy a selection of tasty drinks, including fresh juice, cold water, and alcoholic beverages. 

Lisbon: Daytime/Sunset/Night City Sailboat Tour with Drinks

6. Lisbon: Daytime/Sunset/Night City Sailboat Tour with Drinks

Embark on an unforgettable 2-hour Lisbon city cruise on the Tagus River with a live commentary from the crew. Discover the city’s beautiful waterfront scenery on a sailboat while admiring numerous historical monuments and iconic landmarks along the way.  Be greeted by your skipper, who will help you settle comfortably into the sailing boat at the loading pier. Toast with a welcome drink and set off to discover Lisbon's waterways, first passing the triumphant Monument to the Discoveries. Glide under the grandiose 25 of April Bridge and look up to catch a glimpse of the Cristo-Rei Statue looking out onto the waters. As you take in the stunning sights of buildings, bridges, and ships, listen to the crew tell you some curiosities and fun facts about the places you are passing by.  Continue aboard your Lisbon boat tour to the historical city center, where you will get incredible views of Commerce Square, Basilica da Estrela, and the emblematic Castle of Sao Jorge, sitting atop Lisbon's highest peak.  To round off your Lisbon cruise, catch an up-close glimpse of the unique serpentine-like architecture of the MAAT Museum and the iconic Belém Tower. If you have chosen the relevant option, you will also experience the city lit up at golden hour, followed by a beautiful sunset.

Lisbon: 3-Hour Bike Tour by the River to Belém

7. Lisbon: 3-Hour Bike Tour by the River to Belém

Get ready for a relaxed tour along Lisbon's riverside. Starting at the cosmopolitan city center, you’ll be able to see the buzz of this beautiful European capital and the levels of tranquility will increase as you advance towards Belém. The entire ride to Belém is along the riverside which means you can expect an extremely pleasant journey full of light, a beautiful landscape, and vibrant city life. If you are interested in history and know about the importance of the Portuguese Discoveries, you will love this neighborhood. Here everything is magnanimous, historical, and sacred. It was from here that many of the great Portuguese explorers embarked on their dangerous and ambitious voyages transforming Portugal into the first global empire. This is one of the most pleasant tours that can be taken in Lisbon, the perfect combination of tranquility, harmony, and landscape contemplation mixed with the busy riverfront esplanades, long green grass fields crowded with musicians, joggers, and artists enjoying Lisbon's essence. This experience also included a complimentary walking tour with local guides, available until March 31, 2022. Take advantage of the opportunity to continue to explore the city through 7 different routes.

Lisbon: 72/96-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Tram & Boat Ticket

8. Lisbon: 72/96-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Tram & Boat Ticket

Discover all areas of Lisbon with a combined bus, boat and tram ticket, and get access to the public transport system along the way. Explore the city’s monuments and museums in myriad neighborhoods on 2 different double-decker, audio-guided bus tours, a Yellow Boat tour, and a tour by historical tram. Marvel at the Manueline architecture of Lisbon's squares and avenues on the Belém Lisbon tour, and discover slick, modern buildings on the modern Lisbon bus tour. Travel back to the “Age of Discoveries” in Belém and Ajuda, and meander around the traditional neighborhoods of Alfama, Mouraria, Baixa, Chiado, Estrela, and Lapa. Take a ride on Lisbon’s oldest mode of transport and climb aboard a tram to the Castelo São Jorge. Travel through historic areas such as Mouraria and Graça. Pass under the 25 de Abril Bridge and on to Belém aboard the Yellow Boat. See monuments such as the Torre de Belém and Padrão dos Descobrimentos from a different perspective. Head back to Terreiro do Paço for stunning views of Lisbon, and hop on and off whenever and wherever you wish. Belém Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Stops Stops 1. Praça da Figueira (Figueira Square) 2. Restauradores (Restauradores Square) 3. Marquês de Pombal 4. El Corte Inglés Shopping Center 5. Parque Eduardo VII (Eduardo VII Park) 6. Amoreiras Shopping 7. Basílica da Estrela 8. Pilar 7 9. Belém/ Museu dos Coches (Coach Museum) 10. Mosteiro dos Jerónimos (Jeronimos Monastery) 11. Torre de Belém (Belém Tower) 12. Padrão dos Descobrimentos (Monument of the Discoveries) 13. MAAT (Museum of Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology) 14. Docas Cruise Terminal 15. Avenida da Liberdade (Liberdade Avenue) 16. Praça da Figueira (Figueira Square) Modern Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Stops 1. Praça da Figueira (Figueira Square) 2. Restauradores (Restauradores Square) 3. Avenida da Liberdade (Liberdade Avenue) 4. Lisbon Cruise Terminal 5. Museu do Azulejo (Tile Museum) 6. Oceanário (Oceanarium, Lisbon Aquarium) 7. Vasco da Gama Shopping 8. FIL (Lisbon Exhibition and Congress Center) 9. Torre Vasco da Gama (Vasco da Gama Tower)/ Hotel Myriad 10. Praça da Figueira (Figueira Square) Hills Tramcar Tour (no stops on the route) 1. Praça do Martim Moniz (Martim Moniz Square) 2. Praça do Martim Moniz (Martim Moniz Square) Points of interest that the Hills Tramcar Tour passes by but doesn’t stop at: • Portas do Sol • Sé/Lisbon Cathedral • Rua da Conceição • Chiado • Camões • Estrela • Calçada do Combro • Chiado • Portas do Sol • Graça Hop-on Hop-off Yellow Boat Tour Stops 1. Terreiro do Paço Estação Sul e Sueste (Terreiro do Paço Boat Station) 2. Belém MAAT (Belém Boat Station) 3. Terreiro do Paço Estação Sul e Sueste (Terreiro do Paço Boat Station)

Lisbon: Half-day Guided Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk

9. Lisbon: Half-day Guided Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk

The Lisbon cathedral, or Santa Maria Maior church, is located in the city of the same name in Portugal. It is the seat of the patriarchate of Lisbon and the parish of the cathedral. Its construction began in the second half of the twelfth century, after the conquest of the city to the Moors by D. Afonso Henriques Duration: 10 minutes Stop at: Miradouro das portas do sol, largo das portas do sol Breathtaking views of the Tagus river, alfama and the entire south area. Duration: 10 minutes Stop at: Miradouro da senhora do monte Highest and most beautifull viewpoint with explanation. Duration: 15 minutes Pass by: Igreja de sao Vicente de fora The church and Monastery of são Vicente de fora is located in the historic district of São Vicente. We pass slowly next to it with an explanation from the guide about the monastery and church. Pass by: Feira da Ladra Old Lisbon Free Market, with roots dating back to the 19th century. XIII. It is, therefore, the oldest and most well-known fair in the city. We pass by with an explanation from the guide about the flea market Pass by: Panteao Nacional The National Pantheon-church of Santa Engrácia, a unique example of the baroque in Portugal, stands in front of the Tagus, overlooking the historic area of the city, being an unavoidable reference in the skyline of Lisbon. We make a passage with an explanation from the guide about the National Pantheon Stop At: Alfama Neighborhood Walking tour in the oldest district of Lisbon Duration: 15 minutes This tour starts at the square of the greatest Portuguese poet Camões, where we can feel the life of baixa. We observe the Church of São Roque and go up to see Lisbon through the Miradouro de São Pedro de Âlcantara. We continue the tour through Bairro Alto, one of the typical neighborhoods of Lisbon. We observe the magnificent Basilica da Estrela, built on top of a hill and we end with a visit to Jardim da Estrela, one of Lisbon's favorites gardens. In Belem we will give you and memorable cultural, traditional, happy and professional experience. The discoveries of the Portugueses. On the way to belem, we will go by the river and we will be to see "cristo rei" and drive under the iconic "25 of April" bridge. On our first stop we will try the best custard tarts in the world and visit the famous bakery. After we will stop in "Monestery of Jeronimos (Unesco World Heritage), then following to the "Belem tower" and "Monument of the discoveries". Both of them are atractions related to all the discoveries made by the Portuguese by sea. Emergency number +351 924163691

Lisbon: Helicopter Ride, Boat Trip, & Old Town Walking Tour

10. Lisbon: Helicopter Ride, Boat Trip, & Old Town Walking Tour

Explore Lisbon on a guided walking tour through areas like Downtown Lisbon and the Alfama District. Ride a yellow tram to Bairro Alto for stunning city views. Take to the skies and experience the city from above on a helicopter ride. Meet your guide in Rossio Square and immerse yourself in Lisbon's history on a guided walking tour. Stroll to Restauradores Square to climb aboard the Elevador da Glória, a famous yellow tram that will take you to Bairro Alto where you can admire city views at the São Pedro de Alcântara viewpoint. Walk to the oldest Jesuit church in the city, Church of St. Roque. See ruins of the Carmo Convent which was destroyed during the earthquake of 1755. Make your way to Downtown Lisbon, the historic and commercial center of the city. Head to the Alfama District and get lost in the architecture and history of the Cathedral of Lisbon. Follow your guide to Praça do Comércio square which opens to the south to the immense estuary of the Tagus River where Kings and Heads of State used to disembark on state visits. Continue the tour aboard a boat along the Tagus River that will take you to Belém, the neighborhood of Lisbon. View the modern architecture of the MAAT Museum and the Padrão dos descobrimentos, a monument dedicated to the most important Portuguese navigators.  See the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Belem Tower, which defended the city from maritime attacks in the 16th century. Board a helicopter for a bird's-eye-view of the city. Soar over sights like the iconic April 25th bridge and the Manueline-style Jerónimos Monastery. Return to city center in an airconditioned van.

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Luis & Fernando were amazing! This is brilliant for couples or friends wanting a relaxing tour of Lisbon from the sea. Luis was an excellent captain and Fernando was an amazing personality as our tour guide. He was funny and made the trip really relaxing. Other boats passed us by speeding but Luis made sure we could relax and enjoy the complementary drinks whilst taking in the sites. 2h may sound like a lot but it sped by and was absolutely perfect. The view of all the sights was magnificent and the ending with 20m watching the sunset really cemented the experience. Please please enjoy this tour of Lisbon, you will not regret it at all.

Luciano provided a well paced and very informative fun. Nice combination of history and local interest. would highly recommend as an inductory tour to Lisbon

So convenient to see from his and then hop off if interested. Great for a rainy day as well!

Best boat trip ever, I really recommend it Out providers were reallyyyy friendly and kind

The best way to start your journey in a city being visited for the first time