Itinerary 1 itinerary
Day 1
Meet at meeting point: Lisbon Boat Tours - Palmayachts Doca de Belém - Gate 1, Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa, Portugal,Lisboa,Portugal Doca de Belém, Gate 1 (just next to the monument to the discoveries -Padrão dos Descobrimentos) Our crew will meet you at Gate 1, 15 minutes before the departure time https://goo.gl/maps/FcoFm5i3wcH2 Doca de Belém - Gate 1 Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa 937 065 280Attractions and Activities: Lisbon Boat Tours - Palmayachts (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Meeting point
Attractions and Activities: Padrao dos Descobrimentos (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Monument to the Discoveries. Henry the navigator stands on the "Bow" steering the country into the one of the greatest times on the Portuguese history. From here the Portuguese set sail to discover half the world.
Attractions and Activities: Torre de Belem (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Important structure in 1500's to defend the city from the attacks coming from the ocean. was also a prison and the governor's house. Has more than 500 years old.
Attractions and Activities: Tejo Power Station (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) This museum is housed in a group of buildings classified as national heritage - the Central Tejo or Lisbon power station. Besides the building itself, the main interest is the machinery used to supply electricity to the city of Lisbon in the first half of the 20C. It includes 19C dynamos and electric motors, steam engines, high-pressure boilers, hydraulic generators and other tools and equipment.
Attractions and Activities: MAAT - Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Inaugurated in October 2016 within the framework of EDP Foundation's long-running policy of cultural patronage, MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology is an international institution dedicated to arouse critical discourse and creative practice with the intent of sparking new understandings about the historical present and a responsible commitment to the future. Located on the riverfront in Lisbon's historical Belém district, MAAT comprises a former power station built in 1908 – MAAT Central – and a contemporary building – MAAT Gallery – connected via a park that extends along the River Tagus: MAAT Garden. In addition to the programme of temporary exhibitions and activities – Agenda – the museum also features permanent exhibitions such as The Electricity Factory at Central Tejo and the sculptures in the outdoor spaces.
Attractions and Activities: Cordoaria Nacional (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) The Fábrica Nacional de Cordoaria, or Cordoaria Nacional, belonged to the Portuguese Navy. This was where the cables, sisal ropes, sails and flags that equipped the Portuguese ships were manufactured. The building, which dates to the 1770s, has been classified as a national monument since 1996. The art gallery, housed in the Torreão Nascente (Eastern Tower), regularly holds major exhibitions from Portuguese and international collections.
Attractions and Activities: 25th of April Bridge (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) The Ponte 25 de Abril (25th of April Bridge) is an iconic suspension bridge that spans the Tagus River, connecting Portugal's capital, Lisbon, to the municipality of Almada on the south bank. It is a prominent landmark often compared to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco due to its similar design and "International Orange" color, and was built by the same American company. Original Name: The bridge's construction began in November 1962 and it was inaugurated on August 6, 1966. It was originally named the Ponte Salazar (Salazar Bridge) in honor of António de Oliveira Salazar, Portugal's dictator at the time.
Attractions and Activities: Bairro Alto, Bica & Cais do Sodre (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Bairro Alto is one of Lisbon's most historic and lively neighborhoods, celebrated for its distinct day-and-night contrasts. During the day, it offers a calm atmosphere with traditional architecture, small independent shops, and colorful street art. As night falls, it comes alive as one of the city's most popular nightlife districts, packed with bars, restaurants, and Fado houses. Perched on a hill, its narrow cobblestone streets blend residential charm with a vibrant commercial scene. Chiado, Lisbon's perennial upmarket neighbourhood, is a place of studios, original shops, renovated spaces and marvellous pavement cafés for watching the constant coming and going of those shopping, wandering and those still trying to figure out where the river is. Baixa, more traditional and authentic, serves up souvenir shops, famous patisseries and adventurous eateries. Take your time to discover the streets and corners and all their charms.
Attractions and Activities: Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco) (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Important commerce square in the old days is now a relaxing and beautiful square with bars, shops and an amazing view for the river.
Attractions and Activities: São Jorge Castle (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Important castle built to defend the city. Old neighborhoods grew around it.
Attractions and Activities: Alfama (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Alfama, the oldest and most traditional neighbourhood in Lisbon, with cobbled lanes and alleys and steep, gruelling inclines, should be discovered little by little, stopping frequently to savour the view, atmosphere and authentic spirit of the oldest side of the capital. Take a deep breath and start to climb the hill that will reveal one of views of the city.
Attractions and Activities: Basilica of Estrela (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Beautiful church
Attractions and Activities: Almada (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Almada, on the south bank of the River Tagus, has undoubtedly view of the city of Lisbon. The most outstanding views are from the castle, the panoramic funicular of the Boca do Vento (Mouth of the Wind), and above all the statue of Christ the King, built in 1959. In past centuries, Almada was a popular summer resort for the Court, which ordered the construction of stately homes and buildings that are still preserved in the city. Life in Almada does not revolve only around the capital, where most of its inhabitants work; it is a city with its own life, the setting for well-attended events like the Theatre Festival.
Attractions and Activities: Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Christ the king with open harms welcoming visitors to Lisbon.
Guests leave on their own: Lisbon Boat Tours - PalmayachtsEnd the tour on your own and bring your trip to a happy conclusion Doca de Belém - Gate 1, Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa, Portugal,Lisboa,Portugal Doca de Belém, Gate 1 (just next to the monument to the discoveries -Padrão dos Descobrimentos) Our crew will meet you at Gate 1, 15 minutes before the departure time https://goo.gl/maps/FcoFm5i3wcH2 Doca de Belém - Gate 1 Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa 937 065 280
*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.