The Age of Navigation

Lisbon, Portugal
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

In this tour, we will contextualize the main dates, events and characters related to the Age of Navigations and also to the Discovery of Brazil. In the historic and traditional neighborhood of Bethlehem, we will tour the monuments linked to this so important historical period: the Monastery of Jerónimos and the Tower of Bethlehem, built in the 16th century, and the Pattern of Discoveries.

Options

4 people
8 people

What's included

  • Experienced Guide
  • Private transportation
  • Snacks

What to expect

  1. 1h
    One of the most important monuments in Portugal, built in the 16th century in Manueline style. The monastery was funded with wealth of maritime trade and is directly linked to the major Portuguese shipping. Many sailors prayed there before leaving for the sea.
  2. Padrao Dos Descobrimentos
    Pass by
    A modern monument (XX century) built to honor the Portuguese navigators. The sculpture shows several historical figures, such as Henry the Navigator, leading explorers, cartographers and missionaries.
    It symbolizes the Portuguese maritime expansion and the discoveries of new routes and territories.
  3. Torre de Belem
    Pass by
    A fortress built in the early 16th century on the banks of the River Tagus. It served to defend the entrance to the port of Lisbon and also as a symbolic starting point for maritime expeditions.
    Today it is one of the greatest symbols of Lisbon.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point will be in the Hermitage in Jerônimos, in Bethlehem

End point

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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