Belém Walking Tour in Lisbon: Jerónimos Monastery Cloisters and Pastel de Belém Tasting
by Portugal, Me and You
Choose from 9 available options
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€118Overview
This walking tour in Lisbon’s Belém neighborhood lasts about three hours and suits travelers interested in history and local food. The tour begins with timed entry to the Jerónimos Monastery cloisters, where visitors see Manueline architecture and Vasco da Gama’s tomb. Tickets are included to avoid long lines. Next, the group visits the Pastéis de Belém bakery to taste the original custard tart recipe dating back to 1837. This pastry is served warm and sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar. The guide explains the tart’s history and significance. The tour continues with a photo stop at the Monument to the Discoveries on the Tagus River shore. The guide discusses the monument’s design and its tribute to Portuguese explorers. Although the Belém Tower is currently closed for maintenance and cannot be entered, it remains visible during the walk. The tour is led by an expert local guide for groups of up to 20 people and includes tickets to the monastery cloisters, the visit to the Church of Our Lady of Bethlehem and Vasco da Gama’s tomb, and the Pastel de Belém tasting. Taxes and basic insurance are covered. Participants should wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Jeronimos Monastery
Entrance to Jerónimos Monastery cloisters with timed tickets included, valued at €18. The monastery features Manueline architecture and the tomb of Vasco da Gama. The group avoids long entrance lines to spend more time inside this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
90 min
Pastel de Belém Bakery
Taste the original Pastel de Belém custard tart made from a secret recipe since 1837. The pastry is warm, crispy, and dusted with cinnamon and sugar. The guide shares the history and importance of this traditional Lisbon delicacy.
20 min
Padrao Dos Descobrimentos
Photo stop at the Monument to the Discoveries on the Tagus River in Belém. This monument honors Portuguese explorers such as Vasco da Gama and Prince Henry the Navigator. Visitors learn about its symbolism and maritime heritage significance.
20 min
Meeting point
Under the big pine tree in front of the Museu de Marinha coffee shop: The tour guide will be under the big pine, wearing an identifying badge with a red stripe. You can also use the Navy Planetarium, right next door, as a reference point.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Belém Walking Tour in Lisbon: Jerónimos Monastery Cloisters and Pastel de Belém Tasting
by Portugal, Me and You
Choose from 9 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€118Overview
This walking tour in Lisbon’s Belém neighborhood lasts about three hours and suits travelers interested in history and local food. The tour begins with timed entry to the Jerónimos Monastery cloisters, where visitors see Manueline architecture and Vasco da Gama’s tomb. Tickets are included to avoid long lines. Next, the group visits the Pastéis de Belém bakery to taste the original custard tart recipe dating back to 1837. This pastry is served warm and sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar. The guide explains the tart’s history and significance. The tour continues with a photo stop at the Monument to the Discoveries on the Tagus River shore. The guide discusses the monument’s design and its tribute to Portuguese explorers. Although the Belém Tower is currently closed for maintenance and cannot be entered, it remains visible during the walk. The tour is led by an expert local guide for groups of up to 20 people and includes tickets to the monastery cloisters, the visit to the Church of Our Lady of Bethlehem and Vasco da Gama’s tomb, and the Pastel de Belém tasting. Taxes and basic insurance are covered. Participants should wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Jeronimos Monastery
Entrance to Jerónimos Monastery cloisters with timed tickets included, valued at €18. The monastery features Manueline architecture and the tomb of Vasco da Gama. The group avoids long entrance lines to spend more time inside this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
90 min
Pastel de Belém Bakery
Taste the original Pastel de Belém custard tart made from a secret recipe since 1837. The pastry is warm, crispy, and dusted with cinnamon and sugar. The guide shares the history and importance of this traditional Lisbon delicacy.
20 min
Padrao Dos Descobrimentos
Photo stop at the Monument to the Discoveries on the Tagus River in Belém. This monument honors Portuguese explorers such as Vasco da Gama and Prince Henry the Navigator. Visitors learn about its symbolism and maritime heritage significance.
20 min
Meeting point
Under the big pine tree in front of the Museu de Marinha coffee shop: The tour guide will be under the big pine, wearing an identifying badge with a red stripe. You can also use the Navy Planetarium, right next door, as a reference point.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.