Belem

Discover Belém with Our Tailored Itineraries!
Want to explore one of Lisbon's most historic neighborhoods while avoiding the crowds? We have created three unique itineraries to help you get the most out of your day in Belém and avoid going back and forward and facing closed monuments. Whether you are an art lover, a history enthusiast, or just looking for the best local spots, there is an itinerary for you. Plus, we have got a secret tip for you: for a local experience off the beaten path, stop by the Belém Library at Corações Com Coroa

! Enjoy a delicious coffee or meal at their charming café/restaurant while soaking up the quiet atmosphere. It is moments from Lisbon Quake. And if this was not enough every third Sunday of the month Belem's Presidential Palace hosts the World's largest Changing of the Guard! Have fun planning your day.


🥐 Itinerary 1: Start with Pastéis de Belém (Classic Start)

🕘 9:00 – Breakfast at Pastéis de Belém

• Start your day with Portugal’s iconic custard tarts

• ✅ Open daily, 8:00–22:00

• Last entry: 22:00

• Tip: There’s lovely garden seating tucked away at the back!

🕤 9:45 – Jerónimos Monastery

• 🏛️ Marvel at the intricate stonework and peaceful cloisters

• ✅ Open Tue–Sun, 10:00–17:30 (closed Mondays)

• Last entry: 17:00

🕚 11:15 – Lisbon Quake – Earthquake Experience (use "LDapartments" online for 10% off tickets)

• 🎢 Immersive show and simulator bringing 1755 to life

• ✅ Open daily, 10:00–18:00

• Last entry: 17:30

• ⚠️ Ages 4+ only | Simulator for 6+ with adult supervision

🕛 12:30 – Lunch & Relaxation in Jardim de Belém

• 🌳 Enjoy a picnic or dine at Darwin's Café or Vela Latina

• There’s a small playground nearby for little ones

🕑 13:30 – Coach Museum (Museu Nacional dos Coches)

• 🚗 Explore the Coach Museum, home to one of the finest collections of royal carriages and coaches in the world

• ✅ Open Tue–Sun, 10:00–18:00 (closed Mondays)

• Last entry: 17:30

🕐 14:30 – Cross Avenida da Índia via MAAT pedestrian overpass

• 🚶‍♀️ Safe, stroller-friendly walkway connecting to riverside museums

• Scenic and accessible with ramps

🕑 14:45 – MAAT & Electricity Museum

• 🎨 Explore contemporary art and hands-on science in a striking riverside space

• ✅ Open Wed–Mon, 10:00–19:00 (closed Tuesdays)

• Last entry: 18:30

🕒 16:15 – Monument to the Discoveries (Padrão dos Descobrimentos)

• 🧭 Towering tribute to Portugal’s explorers

• ✅ Open daily, 10:00–18:00

• Last entry: 17:30

🕔 17:00 – Torre de Belém

• 🏰 One of Lisbon’s most iconic monuments by the water

• ✅ Open Tue–Sun, 10:00–17:30 (closed Mondays)

• Last entry: 17:00

🛥️ Optional Boat Trip with Lisboat

• Take a Lisboat for a scenic one-hour ride back to Cais do Sodré or Terreiro do Paço

• A relaxing and picturesque way to return to the city center, cruising along the Tagus River

• Lisboat departs from the Belém dock for a smooth and enjoyable journey
  
  
  
  

🖼️ Itinerary 2: Start at MAAT (Art & Science Exploration)

🕘 9:00 – Start at MAAT & Electricity Museum

• 🎨 Explore the Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology & the nearby Electricity Museum

• ✅ Open Wed–Mon, 10:00–19:00 (closed Tuesdays)

• Last entry: 18:30

• ⚡️ Enjoy interactive exhibits in the Electricity Museum, showcasing technology and energy.

🕚 11:00 – Monument to the Discoveries (Padrão dos Descobrimentos)

• 🧭 Visit the Monument dedicated to Portugal’s explorers and maritime heritage

• ✅ Open daily, 10:00–18:00

• Last entry: 17:30

🕒 12:00 – Torre de Belém

• 🏰 Visit the iconic Torre de Belém, with stunning views over the Tagus River

• ✅ Open Tue–Sun, 10:00–17:30 (closed Mondays)

• Last entry: 17:00

🕐 13:00 – Lunch & Relaxation in Jardim de Belém

• 🌳 Take a break with lunch at Darwin’s Café or Vela Latina, or have a picnic in the park

• The park also offers a small playground for children

🕑 14:00 – Cross Avenida da Índia via the Belém Pedestrian Underpass

• 🚶‍♀️ From Torre de Belém, use the Belém Pedestrian Underpass to safely cross Avenida da Índia

• This leads directly to Jerónimos Monastery

🕒 14:30 – Jerónimos Monastery (Cloisters)

• 🏛️ Explore the Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site

• ✅ Open Tue–Sun, 10:00–17:30 (closed Mondays)

• Last entry: 17:00

• This peaceful site is known for its beautiful architecture and history

🕑 15:30 – Coach Museum (Museu Nacional dos Coches)

• 🚗 Explore the Coach Museum, home to one of the finest collections of royal carriages and coaches in the world

• ✅ Open Tue–Sun, 10:00–18:00 (closed Mondays)

• Last entry: 17:30

🕑 16:45 – Lisbon Quake – Earthquake Experience (use "LDapartments" online for 10% off tickets)

• 🎢 Experience Lisbon’s 1755 earthquake through immersive exhibits and simulations

• ✅ Open daily, 10:00–18:00

• Last entry: 17:30

• ⚠️ Ages 4+ only | Simulator for 6+

🕔 18:00 – Finish at Pastéis de Belém

• 🥐 End your day with a treat at Pastéis de Belém

• ✅ Open daily, 8:00–22:00

• Last entry: 22:00

🛥️ Itinerary 3: Start with a Boat Trip from Lisbon to Belém

🕘 9:00 – Boat Trip with Lisboat

• Start your day with a one-hour scenic boat ride from Cais do Sodré or Terreiro do Paço to Belém

• Enjoy views of Lisbon’s riverside landmarks while cruising along the Tagus River

• Lisboat departs regularly from Cais do Sodré or Terreiro do Paço

🏰 10:15 – Torre de Belém

• 🏰 Visit one of Lisbon’s most iconic landmarks by the river

• ✅ Open Tue–Sun, 10:00–17:30 (closed Mondays)

• Last entry: 17:00

🕤 11:00 – Monument to the Discoveries (Padrão dos Descobrimentos)

• 🧭 A tribute to Portugal’s explorers and the Age of Discovery

• ✅ Open daily, 10:00–18:00

• Last entry: 17:30

🕚 11:45 – MAAT & Electricity Museum

• ⚡️ Explore the Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology & Electricity Museum

• ✅ Open Wed–Mon, 10:00–19:00 (closed Tuesdays)

• Last entry: 18:30

🕛 13:00 – Cross Avenida da Índia via MAAT pedestrian overpass

• 🚶‍♀️ Safe and stroller-friendly, connecting you across the riverfront and to your next destinations

• Great for views and easy access to the museum areas

🕐 13:15 – Lunch & Relaxation in Jardim de Belém

• 🌳 Grab lunch nearby at Darwin’s Café or Vela Latina or enjoy a picnic

• The park has a small playground for children to play

🕑 14:30 – Lisbon Quake – Earthquake Experience (use "LDapartments" online for 10% off tickets)

• 🎢 Immerse in Lisbon's 1755 earthquake through an interactive show

• ✅ Open daily, 10:00–18:00

• Last entry: 17:30

• ⚠️ Ages 4+ only | Simulator for 6+

🕞 15:45 – Jerónimos Monastery

• 🏛️ Explore this UNESCO-listed monastery and its impressive cloisters

• ✅ Open Tue–Sun, 10:00–17:30 (closed Mondays)

• Last entry: 17:00

🕔 17:00 – Finish at Pastéis de Belém

• 🥐 End your day at the iconic pastel de nata bakery

• ✅ Open daily, 8:00–22:00

• Relax and enjoy their famous custard tarts in the back garden

Websites for additional information:

1. Belém Pedestrian Underpass (Tunnel)

• No dedicated website, but general information can be found on Google Maps.

2. Coach Museum (Museu Nacional dos Coches)

• https://www.museudoscoches.gov.pt/en/

3. Electricity Museum (Museu da Electricidade)

• https://www.museuelectricidade.pt/

4. Jerónimos Monastery (Mosteiro dos Jerónimos)

• https://www.mosteirojeronimos.pt/en/

5. Lisbon Quake (Museu Lisboa - Terra, Memória e Sísmica)

• https://www.lisbonquake.com/

6. MAAT (Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology)

• https://www.maat.pt/en

7. Monument to the Discoveries (Padrão dos Descobrimentos)

• https://www.padraodosdescobrimentos.pt/en/

8. Pastéis de Belém

• https://pasteisdebelem.pt/en/

9. Torre de Belém (Belém Tower)

• https://www.torrebelem.gov.pt/en/

10. Changing of the Guard – Belém National Palace

• https://www.gnr.pt/renderdaguarda.aspx