Lisbon: The Age of Discovery
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What to expect
⏳ Discover Lisbon's maritime history and iconic landmarks from the Age of Discovery and Estado Novo.
Highlights
⚬ Praça Afonso de Albuquerque
⚬ Jerónimos Monastery
⚬ Belém Tower
⚬ Monument to the Discoveries
⚬ Empire Square Garden
⚬ Pastéis de Belém
⚬ Garden Vasco da Gama
⚬ 'Bom Sucesso' Marina
Description
“The sea with an end can be Greek or Roman. The endless sea is Portuguese,” wrote the poet Fernando Pessoa.
Lisbon is a city rich in maritime history, where architecture and monuments reflect its glorious past.
Explore the hallmarks of the Portuguese Age of Discovery, a time of kings, explorers, and navigators.
Learn how the autocratic regime reshaped the Belém district, presenting an idealized vision of Portugal’s golden era of exploration.
From the impressive Monument to the Discoveries to the picturesque Empire Square, this tour brings to life the adventurous spirit of a bygone era.
What is included
🎧 Digital audio self-guided tour in English 🇬🇧
⚬ Lifetime access to this tour
What is not included
⚬ Entry to attractions along the tour
⚬ Headphones (consider use it for a better experience)
⚬ Mobile device (use your own phone)
⚬ Live Guide
Important information
Address
Praça Afonso de Albuquerque, 1300-004 Lisboa
Starting Point
Afonso de Albuquerque Square
Cancellation policy
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Reviews
BellaSep 22, 2024 • Verified customer
Super bien fait! Belle découverte. :)
JohnsonJul 06, 2024 • Verified customer
The tour was great. I loved learning who the people were who are depicted on the Monument to the Discoveries, and about Alfonso de Albuquerque. Belem is a beautiful area, and should not be missed! Thanks Pats!
