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Lisbon: Jerónimos Monastery Entrance Ticket

1. Lisbon: Jerónimos Monastery Entrance Ticket

Get entrance tickets to Jerónimos monastery, a national monument classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and located near the city of Lisbon. Learn about how King Manuel I commissioned the monastery in 1496 to honor the Infante for his devotion to Our Lady and faith in St. Jerome. Once inside, marvel at the Manueline or Portuguese Late Gothic architecture. Discover how the monastery of St. Mary of Belém was donated to the monks of the Order of St. Jerome. For this reason, it is commonly known as the Jerónimos Monastery. In 1833, when the order was dissolved, the monastery was used as a school and orphanage until 1940. In the 19th century, the church became the monument for local heroes and poets such as Luís de Camões and Vasco da Gama. Come and discover what is not simply a notable work of architecture, but also an important part of Portuguese identity and culture.

Lisbon Card: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Pass

2. Lisbon Card: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Pass

Unlock the city of Lisbon with the flexible Lisbon Card. Enjoy unlimited travel on city transport, and free admission to 51 museums, historic buildings, and more. Benefit from discounts at a vast range of attractions, vouchers for different shops, and a handy guide that explains how to use the card. After exchanging your GetYourGuide voucher for the magnetic card, the Lisbon Card immediately provides 24-hour, 48-hour, or 72-hour access to the public transport system. Eligible on the Carris metro, buses, trams, and cable railways, it also works on CP trains between Cais do Sodré and Cascais, and trains between Oriente, Rossio, and Sintra.   Enjoy free access to the Jerónimos Monastery, the Belem Tower, the National Tile Museum, the National Coach Museum, and others. Admire stunning palaces, including the Mafra National Palace and the Ajuda National Palace. Ride the famous Santa Justa Lift, and much more—all with one card.

Lisbon: Belém Tower Entry Ticket

3. Lisbon: Belém Tower Entry Ticket

Reserve your entrance ticket to the iconic Belém Tower located on the shores of Lisbon. Discover more about the fascinating history of this defensive construction, and enjoy fantastic views of the Belém district. Upon arrival, access the tower which was built in 1515 at the mouth of the River Tagus. Climb the narrow stairs to the top floor to get a panoramic view of the historic Belém district and its monuments to the "Age of Discoveries." Learn more about the golden age of Portugal's travels in search of new worlds. Discover how the strategic monument served as a gateway to the city in the past.

Lisbon: Sunset Boat Party Cruise with DJ and Open Bar

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

Discover a unique and electrifying experience with our Boat Party! Embark on a fascinating journey at sunset along the Tagus River, exploring the charms of Lisbon. Our Boat Party is the perfect combination of fun, breathtaking views, and captivating music. Our Open Bar provides you with unlimited access to our selection of beverages. Savour our beer, wine and sangria while immersing yourself in the festive atmosphere, accompanied by handpicked rhythms from our talented DJ. During the cruise, you'll have the opportunity to admire some of the city's most iconic landmarks, including Commerce Square, the 25th of April Bridge, Christ the King, and the Tower of Belém. Each moment is a chance to create unforgettable memories. Come be part of this unique celebration on the Boat Party, where every moment is a party and every glimpse is a spectacle. Get ready for an experience that goes beyond the ordinary and creates memories that will last forever.

Lisbon: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

5. 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 – Príncipe Real Stop 4 – São Pedro Alcântara Belveder Stop 5 – Corpo Santo Stop 6 - Cais Sodré Stop 7 – Ancient Art Museum Stop 8 – Pilar 7 Stop 9 – Coach Museum Stop 10 – National Ajuda Palace Stop 11 – Jeronimos Monastery/CCB Stop 12 – Palácio do Governador Stop 13 – Belem Tower Stop 14 – Monument to Discoveries Stop 15 – Maat Stop 16 – Doclands Stop 17 – Basílica of Estrela Stop 18 - Amoreiras Stop 19 - El Corte Inglès Stop 20 - Eduard VII Park - Northside Stop 21 - Marquês of Pombal Square Oriente Line (Blue Line): Stop 1 - Marquês de Pombal Square Stop 2 - Duque Loulé Avenue Stop 3 - Saldanha/ José Fontana Stop 4 - Campo Pequeno Stop 5 - Oceanarium Stop 6 - Lisbon Casino Stop 7 - Vasco da Gama Shopping Center Stop 8 - Vasco da Gama Tower Stop 9 - Oriente Station Stop 10 - Tile Museum Stop 11 - Cruise Terminal Stop 12 - Santa Apolónia Station Stop 13 - Martim Moniz Stop 14 - Restauradores Stop 15 - 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 - Graça Belveder Stop 6 – National Pantheon Stop 7 - Martim Moniz/Praça da Figueira Stop 8 - Restauradores Stop 9 - Marquês de Pombal Square Cascais Line (Orange: Lisboa - Cascais): 1 - Marquês de Pombal 2 - Jerónimos 3 - Carcavelos (Rua do Gurué) 4 - Estoril (Tourism Office) 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 - Estoril (Tourism Office) 4 - Carcavelos (Rua do Gurué) 5 -Monument to Discoveries 6 - Marquês de Pombal

Lisbon: Sunset Catamaran Tour with Music and Drink

6. Lisbon: Sunset Catamaran Tour with Music and Drink

Have you ever thought of an experience visiting the fantastic city of Lisbon, with a privileged view? Can you imagine a scene at sunset, with the 25 de Abril Bridge as a backdrop? This is the perfect spot! Embark on a sunset catamaran cruise along Lisbon's Tagus River. Spot iconic sights such as Christ the King and the 25 de Abril 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: 1-or 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

7. Lisbon: 1-or 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Experience Lisbon and its various attractions on one or two hop-on hop-off bus tours combined with public transport access, and funiculars. Feel the sunshine on the upper deck and take in the sights, including the Torre de Belém. Jump on and off the open-top double-decker bus at leisure, and see the sites you want to see. Marvel at the main squares and monuments close to the Tagus River. Then, discover the slick and modern part of the city on the Modern Lisbon. Belém Lisbon includes Lisbon’s most famous sites such as the magnificent Rossio Square. Drive down the elegant Avenida da Liberdade to the Praça do Marquês de Pombal and marvel at this historical monument. Get a taste of the Belém area, the site of the monuments to Portugal’s “Age of Discoveries.” Discover a more modern side to Lisbon on the Modern Lisbon. You can jump off at the Oceanarium to see more than 16,000 birds, mammals, and marine life (admission not included). Pass the grand Casa dos Bicos, with its façade of diamond-shaped stones. Stop here to learn about Portugal’s famous tiles at the Azulejo Museum. Explore the history of fado at the Fado Museum. You can choose what attractions catch your attention – either on Belém Lisbon or Modern Lisbon tour ─ or, if you have the time, get it all in one ticket. Belém Lisbon Hop-on Hop-ff Bus 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-ff 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)

Lisbon: Tagus River Sunset Tour with Snacks and Drink

8. Lisbon: Tagus River Sunset Tour with Snacks and Drink

Embark on a sunset cruise aboard the Príncipe da Beira in Lisbon. Admire the city highlights as you sail along the Tagus river. Sip on red or white wine, beer, water, or soft drinks. Try pastel de nata, butter, jams, olives, and dried fruit. Meet at the activity provider's office and board the boat. Set off along the banks of the Tagus river. See the colorful historic buildings in the Alfama quarter. Capture pictures of the 16th-century Tower of Belém fortification.  View the 25th of April red suspension bridge that connects the city with Almada. Relax on a comfortable ship while watching the reflection of the sunset on the water. Return to your starting point at the end of your cruise. 

Lisbon: Sunset Boat Tour with Music and Drinks

9. Lisbon: Sunset Boat Tour with Music and Drinks

Elevate the conclusion of your day by embarking on a boat journey along the enchanting river in Lisbon. Unwind from a day of exploration while sipping a refreshing drink and dancing with friends or family. Marvel at some of the city's iconic landmarks and be captivated by the breathtaking sunset over the Tagus River. Embark on a voyage aboard a historically significant boat, meticulously crafted in Germany with planks repurposed from World War I tanks. Explore the pioneering vessel that boasts stainless steel propellers, marking a global first, and stands as Portugal's inaugural diesel-powered ship. Release your cares and relish in the awe-inspiring sunset vistas during your sail. Whether you prefer to unwind in the indoor area with a glass of wine or beer or feel the rhythm and dance to lively music, this experience promises a perfect end to your day.

Lisbon: Tagus River Cruise to the Ocean & Dolphin Watching

10. Lisbon: Tagus River Cruise to the Ocean & Dolphin Watching

Get ready for a delightful excursion as we embark on a dolphin-watching tour, departing from the heart of Lisbon along the picturesque Tagus River. Our journey begins amidst the historical charm of Lisbon, where travelers gather with anticipation, eager to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature. As we depart from the bustling city, the waters of the Tagus River reveal stunning views of Lisbon's iconic landmarks. In this setting of architectural splendor, we venture into the vast expanse of the ocean, with our eyes set on the horizon in search of the graceful inhabitants of the sea. Guided by experienced maritime specialists, we navigate the blue waters, in tune with the natural rhythms of the ocean. Along the way, our crew shares insights about the marine ecosystem, enriching our understanding of the various species living in these waters. As we venture into the Atlantic, anticipation builds, and soon we are rewarded with the sight of playful dolphins dancing among the waves. With a sense of awe, we observe these magnificent creatures leaping and gliding alongside our vessel, their joyful presence a testament to the beauty of the natural world. In this intimate encounter with marine life, travelers have the opportunity to observe dolphins in their natural habitat, fostering a deeper appreciation for their intelligence and grace. Our crew ensures minimal disturbance to the environment, allowing for a respectful and unforgettable experience for both humans and dolphins alike. Join us on this fascinating journey as we explore the beauty of Lisbon's waterfront and the enchanting world beneath the waves. Let the magic of discovering dolphins leave an indelible mark on your Lisbon adventure, a testament to the boundless wonders of the natural world.

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(1,731 reviews)

Antonio was a great guide. We had lots of fun. Even though the day started with rain, Antonio was motivated to go on the tour with us. Pictures were taken of us even in the rain and with blankets we didn't get cold. Shortly before noon the sun came out and we had a wonderful day with great memories and photos. Thanks to Antonio

The tour was great! Our guide was knowledgeable and very nice. He asked what we wanted to see and also made great suggestions. It was a fun and easy way to see many of the locations we wanted to see. Very convenient pick up from our hotel and he dropped us off at a restaurant for lunch. I would highly recommend

Thank you very much for the exceptional experience . Our tour guide Nayem went over and above in terms of our expectations of the trip 🇵🇹

The queue to enter the monastery is extremely long: around 1 hour. The visit is great!

The experience has been great and the monastery was must watch.