Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour

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Stop At: Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, Praca do Imperio Belém, Lisbon 1400-206 Portugal

With a view to perpetuating the memory of Henry and acknowledging his own great devotion to Our Lady and St. Jerome, Manuel I chose to establish the Monastery of Santa Maria de Belém on a site just outside Lisbon on the banks of the River Tagus. The monastery was given to the Order of St. Jerome, which is why it was given the name of Jerónimos (or Hieronymite) Monastery.

The Monastery is a cultural reference point that has attracted artists, chroniclers and travellers in the course of its five centuries of existence. It received, and became a burial place, for kings, and later poets. Today it is admired by one and all, not only as a remarkable piece of architecture but also as integral part of Portuguese culture and identity.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Torre de Belem, Avenida Brasilia - Belem, Lisbon 1400-038 Portugal

Built on the northern bank of the Tagus between 1514 and 1520 as part of the Tagus estuary defence system, the Tower of Belém is one of the architectural jewels of the reign of Manuel I.

In the tower as a whole one can distinguish two distinct volumes and military architectural models: the mediaeval keep tower and the modern bulwark which, as it contained two artillery levels, allowed for long-distance cannon firing as well as ricochet shots over the water.

The Tower of Belém is a cultural reference, a symbol of the specificity of Portugal at the time, including its privileged exchange with other cultures and civilisations. As a protector of Portuguese individuality and universality, the tower saw its role confirmed in 1983 when it was classified by UNESCO as "Cultural Heritage of Humanity".

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Padrao dos Descobrimentos Avenida Brasilia Belem, Lisbon 1400-038 Portugal

In the 1960, on the occasion of the fifth centennial of the death of Henry the Navigator, the Praça do Império space was remodelled in parts, with the addition of the thirty coats of arms of the cities and provinces of mainland Portugal, the Portuguese islands and the overseas territories, the Cross of Christ and the Cross of Avis in mosaics in the flowerbeds surrounding the fountain.

The Monument to the Discoveries was also rebuilt, this time in reinforced concrete clad in Rosal limestone from Leiria. The new monument was inaugurated on 9 August 1960. In 1985 the monument was underwent new renovation work that allowed for public access to the viewing balcony, auditoriuma and two exhibition rooms.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), Avenida Infante Dom Henrique 1C, Lisbon 1100-053 Portugal

One of Lisbon’s most emblematic sqaures is Praça do Comércio. Better known by locals as Terreiro do Paço, since it was once where the paço, or palace, used to stand before the earthquake in 1755, it is one of the largest squares in Europe.

Stop At: Se de Lisboa ( Igreja de Santa Maria Maior ), Largo da Se, Lisbon 1100-585 Portugal

The cathedral is one of the city’s most iconic buildings and its most important church. Discover the chapels and cloister and the eras and styles they were built in.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Miradouro das Portas do Sol, Largo das Portas do Sol Alfama, Lisbon 1100-411 Portugal

Discover an amazing viewing point that is a sight in itself. As popular for its view as it is for its unique decorative tiles, this is a place not to be missed.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Miradouro da Senhora do Monte, Largo do Monte, Lisbon 1170-361 Portugal

Save your breath for one of the best views of Lisbon. Make this miradouro your point of discovery and enchantment with the city.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Igreja da Sao Vicente de Fora, Largo Sao Vicente, Lisbon 1100-572 Portugal

A visit to São Vicente de Fora is a must during your stay in Lisbon. Besides having one of the most important churches in the city, the artworks inside are unique.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Panteao Nacional Campo de Santa Clara, Lisbon 1100-471 Portugal

The National Pantheon – or church of Santa Engrácia – is a grand Baroque building housing the tombs of the country’s most distinguished figures.

Stop At: Chafariz D'El Rei, R. Cais de Santarem 23, Lisbon 1100-603 Portugal

Located at one of the main points of entry into the Alfama quarter.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Elevador de Santa Justa, Rua do Ouro, Lisbon 150-060 Portugal

Take a ride on one of Lisbon’s most iconic lifts (elevadores). Its unique structure and the amazing view from the top, make it one of the city’s busiest tourist attractions.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Igreja de Sao Roque, Largo Trindade Coelho Bairro Alto, Lisbon 1200-470 Portugal

The Igreja de São Roque (Church of Saint Roch) is a Roman Catholic church in Lisbon, Portugal. It was the earliest Jesuit church in the Portuguese world, and one of the first Jesuit churches anywhere. The edifice served as the Society’s home church in Portugal for over 200 years, before the Jesuits were expelled from that country. After the 1755 Lisbon earthquake, the church and its ancillary residence were given to the Lisbon Holy House of Mercy to replace their church and headquarters which had been destroyed. It remains a part of the Holy House of Mercy today, one of its many heritage buildings.

The Igreja de São Roque was one of the few buildings in Lisbon to survive the earthquake relatively unscathed. When built in the 16th century it was the first Jesuit church designed in the “auditorium-church” style specifically for preaching. It contains a number of chapels, most in the Baroque style of the early 17th century. The most notable chapel is the 18th-century Chapel of St. John the Baptist (Capela de São João Baptista), a project by Nicola Salvi and Luigi Vanvitelli constructed in Rome of many precious stones and disassembled, shipped, and reconstructed in São Roque; at the time it was reportedly the most expensive chapel in Europe.


Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Miradouro Sao Pedro de Alcantara, Rua de Sao Pedro de Alcantara Bairro Alto, Lisbon 1250-237 Portugal

Easily reachable from the Baixa metro stop and the Glória Funicular, the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara is one of the most visited lookouts in the city. Of course, the splendid terraced gardens with statues and fountain may not hurt in also making this spot one of the most popular. From here visitors can enjoy views of the São Jorge Castle, the Tagus River and down onto the heart of the city center. Perhaps due to its ideal location and fairly spacious size, the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara hosts a few outdoor markets through the year, including a Christmas holiday market, and art vendors also set up shop here.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Basilica da Estrela, Praca da Estrela 12, Lisbon 1200-667 Portugal

One of the most impressive and attractive churches in Lisbon. Take some time to admire this impressive piece of architecture and discover the surrounding area.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Mercado da Ribeira, Av. 24 de Julho, 1200, Lisbon 1200-481 Portugal

Mercado da Ribeira (also known as Mercado 24 de Julho) is Lisbon's main food market since 1892, when it opened with an iron interior and a large oriental dome. In 2014 it was taken over by Time Out Lisboa magazine, whose management added stalls offering food and traditional local products.

Duration: 10 minutes