Ribeira das Naus

Board your boat, hand-painted with flowers for a touch of charm and authenticity. Only seven boats of this size remain, all of them inscribed in the Navy Museum, which makes this tour quite unique. Discover the waterfront area between Praça do Comércio and Cais do Sodré, and Ribeira das Naus, where many of the Portuguese explorers' ships were built. Move on to the Commerce Square, the largest square in Lisbon and also one of the most iconic symbols of the city, rebuilt after the great earthquake of 1755. Admire the amazing monuments and buildings of the city. Look out for Castelo de São Jorge, a Moorish castle overlooking the historic center. Spot Lisbon Cathedral, the oldest church in the city, built in 114. See the Church of Santa Engrácia, a 17th-century monument converted into the National Pantheon. Move on to see Christ the King and learn its interesting background. Next, see Belém, home to two unique monuments, Mosteiro dos Jerónimos and Belém Tower, both World Heritage Sites. Both in Gothic Manueline style, they easily impress. Marvel at Padrão dos Descobrimentos, a monument where ships departed to trade with the East. Finally, return to the Cais do Sodré River Station 1 hour and 45 minutes later.

Explore southern Lisbon on this electric bike tour. Cross the Tagus River, and let your bike take the strain as you climb to the outstretched arms of Christ the King. Meet your group at Largo da Severa 7A for a safety briefing on how the bikes work. Then, bike to the large commercial square of Praça da Figueira, and learn about its mercantile past. Continue along Ruas dos Douradores, passing the site where the poet Fernando Pessoa got the inspiration for his book “Livro do Desassossego.” Admire the ironwork lift of the Santa Justa Elevator en route to Praça Comércio, Lisbon’s largest square. Next, discover the recent developments of Ribeira das Naus, the former shipyard area where many of the Portuguese ships that set sail to discover new worlds were built. Upon arrival at Cais do Sodré, take the orange cacilheiro (ferry) across the River Tagus. Once on the south bank, cycle through the Cais do Ginjal, a former warehouse that used to supply bait and ice to the cod fishing boats of the North Seas. Next, take the Boca do Vento lift to get closer to the statue of Christ the King, or cycle up the hill with no sweat on your electric bike! Enjoy magnificent views of Lisbon and the 25 of April Bridge. After a short coffee break in the botanic gardens of Casa da Cerca, climb to the top of the Sanctuary of Christ the King for the best view of the city. Bike back downhill towards the river, and explore the narrow streets of Almada. Visit the Medieval Museum to see relics of Islamic life in Portugal in the Middle Ages. Then, cross the river again to return to the meeting point and the end of the tour.

Make the most of your time in Lisbon with this 48-hour hop-on hop-off boat pass. Board the vessel from either Ribeira das Naus, Belém River Station, or Princesa Pier (next to Torre de Belém), then set sail on a sightseeing tour of the city. From your unique vantage point on the water, admire Lisbon’s stunning skyline while looking out for iconic monuments and buildings. Highlights of the tour include Belém, where you can hop-off the boat to explore on foot and try a traditional 'pastel de Belém'. The tour also sails by Terreiro do Paço, an impressive 18th century building, as well as the strikingly modern MAAT building. Onboard enjoy free Wi-Fi so you can upload your snaps right away, and listen to fascinating information about the city and the landmarks you can see.

Combine 2 activities in one tour on a food tasting tour of Lisbon by electric bike. Discover some of the Portuguese capital’s most enchanting areas, while exploring the food culture of the Portuguese “petiscos.” The petiscos are small portions of food that can make a full meal when served with rice or a salad. The list of petiscos is endless, but popular examples include salads of peppers, watercress, codfish, fish spawn, and pig ear; Bolhão Pato clams; Peixinhos da Horta (deep fried battered green beans); snails; shrimp stuffed patties; Pipis (chicken giblets stewed in a rich tomato, garlic and onion sauce); hot pork sandwiches; and the famous Pastéis de Bacalhau made with codfish. Meet your guide at a central location for a short briefing on how to use the bike. Then, glide off to taste ancient recipes that have been creatively adapted for more modern tastes. Go to the renovated Ribeira Market to find an abundance of traditional stalls selling fish, fruit, vegetables, and flowers. A separate area features more than 30 restaurants where you can taste petiscos recommended by highly regarded chefs. You will also discover the pedestrianized Nova de Carvalho (also known as “Pink Street”), known for its pubs and clubs, and named by the New York Times as one of Europe’s best streets. Continue to the renovated Ribeira das Naus waterfront promenade, where many of Portugal’s ships were built during the 16th century “Age of Discoveries.” Enter the Pombaline Downtown, rebuilt after the devastating earthquake of 1755, and explore wide streets full of restaurants and coffee shops, many of which have been there for centuries. Continue to the bohemian Chiado neighborhood for a 3rd petiscos tasting, before cycling through the historic Bairro Alto to experience 500 years of history and your 4th and last tasting experience.

Are you looking for a cool way to discover the city? Scooter rentals are the perfect means of transportation for those that enjoy zooming through urban traffic while exploring the many secrets of LIsbon. If you’re looking to discover Lisbon, Estoril, Cascais or even Almada or Arrábida Park then we have got the perfect solution. For the scooter rental, we require a deposit of 800€ per vehicle (via credit card). It is possible to buy a CDW insurance of 10€, which reduces the deposit to 400€. All drivers must be: 25 years old or over with a valid driver’s License B; OR 18 years old or over with driver’s License A1 or A. For passengers not driving, the minimum age is 18 years old. It is imperative to present a valid original Driver’s License in Portugal (in Latin alphabet) and a valid Identification Document. Copies of documents or learners/provisional licenses will not be admissible. We provide you with all the necessary equipment you will need to enjoy your scooter as well as some good advice on where to go in Lisbon. HONDA PCX 125CC - Specifications: Engine Displacement (cm3): 125 Engine Type: SOHC 4-stroke Starter: Electric Fuel Capacity (Litres): 8.0 litres Fuel Consumption: 2,1l/100km Clutch: Automatic