Jeronimos Monastery, Tower of Belém, Monument to the Discoveries, Ajuda Palace , Alfama

Learn about the rich history of Lisbon on a guided half-day tour by bus. You will visit Belém Tower, the Monument to the Discoveries, Jerónimos Monastery, the Ajuda Palace or about the Royal Treasure Museum, and cultural squares in the city. You'll receive an enlightening survey of gorgeous Lisbon. Making your way to the Belém quarter, you'll discover this jewel in Lisbon's crown. Located where the Tagus River meets the Atlantic, Belém is the launching point for Portugal's 15th- and 16th-century maritime explorations. Situated amongst modern exhibits and busy cafes are historical sites and monuments that defined an empire. Time to visit Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and icon of the Age of Discovery, as well as the Monument to the Discoveries. Next, you'll be awed by the masterful Manueline architecture of Jerónimos Monastery, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the extravagant Ajuda National Palace, one of the earliest neoclassical buildings in Lisbon. (replaced by Royal Treasure Museum on Monday, Wednesday and Friday). Explore the old quarters of Alfama and Baixa-Chiado through our Digital Walking Tour. Along the river we arrive at Alfama, an old and traditional district, where you will have the opportunity to walk in its narrow streets, and visit an handicraft shop if you want to. Then you will pass by the downtown (Baixa) to admire the most important squares of Lisbon such as the monumental Trade Square (Praça do Comércio); Rossio Square, the heart of Lisbon and the symbolic Restauradores Square. Then you can pass by the Liberdade Avenue, the “boulevard” of Lisbon, to finish at Marquês de Pombal Square, admiring the statue of the 18th-century portuguese statesman responsible for Lisbon reconstruction after one of the most deadliest earthquakes in History, the 1755 Lisbon Earthquake.
 
Experiences: - Visit 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites: Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery - See the interesting and historically rich Belém Quarter and Alfama District - Explore the amazing Ajuda Palace* and immerse yourself in its royal grandeur - Uncover the secretes of the Royal Treasure Museum** - Discover the old quarters of Lisbon though a Digital Walking Tour **The Jerónimos Monastery is closed on Sundays and Mondays, on these days free time will be given.
 
Available: Daily (Except on 25th December and 1st January)
 
Hotel Pickup Instructions: portugal@grayline.com -- Phone: (351) 2-1319-1090 -- Redemption Instructions: Please confirm the tour 48 hours in advance. Vouchers must be redeemed for tour tickets at the Gray Line Bus Terminal (at Marquês de Pombal Square). On the day of the tour please present your printed voucher or e-voucher to the guide upon pick up/check in
 
Essentials: 9 AM tour - Portuguese, English, Spanish, from 1st april and 31st october - German on tuesdays and friday Italian on wednesdays Tour available in Portuguese, Spanish, English, all year; French (available on Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 1st April to 31st October); Italian (available on Wednesday from 1st April to 31st October); German (available on Tuesday and Friday from 1st April to 31st October) Join us for visits to the National Palace of Ajuda* on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and to the Royal Treasure Museum** on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Children 6-10 years old 50% price Children younger than 6 years old may participate for free Reservation requests will only be accepted if made 48h prior to service date and guaranteed after payment. For bank transfers, it's necessary to send back receipt until 48h prior to service date. Cancellations until 24h before departure - no cancelation fee, after this deadline there is no refund. All tours can be modified or cancelled without further notice. If the number of passengers falls below the minimum required, the tour operator reserves the right to use minibuses or a private car. The Itinerary can be changed without prior noticed.
 
Duration: 4 Hours