Both history and romance,
Lisbon Belem Tower
Meet Belém Tower, Lisbon's representative travel destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This magnificent tower built on the banks of the Tagus River was where customs clearance procedures were carried out during the Age of Exploration, and was also used as a place to monitor enemy invasions. Belem Tower is also famous for its Manueline-style architecture.
However, it is now even more popular as a place where you can enjoy a romantic view of Lisbon! You can see the open Tagus River on one side and the beautiful Belem district on the other. Shall we head to Belem Tower together, where you can see the history of the Age of Exploration and a romantic view at the same time?
Lisbon representative icon,
Lisbon Belem Tower
Belem Tower is a medieval building located in Lisbon, Portugal, and is one of Portugal's representative tourist attractions. It is a fortress and water gate tower built in the early 16th century. It is said to have been built to protect and defend Lisbon's coast and city from external threats.
This building is made of wood and stone, and is loved by many tourists for its beautiful design and unique location. Be sure to visit Belém Tower, one of the icons representing Lisbon's coastline and a must-see when traveling to Lisbon!
Meet the history of the Age of Exploration
Lisbon's Belem Tower is not only beautiful from the outside, but you can also explore the historical and interesting space inside. If you purchase a ticket to Belem Tower, you can see all four interior floors of the building, including the King's Chamber.
Inside Belem Tower, there are exhibits about Portugal's maritime history and Lisbon's architecture, and you can even hear explanations about the tower's history, construction, and the surrounding coastal scenery. Additionally, because Belem Tower was initially built for defensive purposes, you can find traces of a defensive system and watch tower inside. It is also fun to view the scenery from a different perspective on each floor inside Belem Tower.
Terrace with panoramic view
There is a beautiful terrace at the top of Belem Tower, where visitors can enjoy panoramic sea and city views. The terrace is considered one of the most attractive places when visiting Belem Tower.
You can enjoy Lisbon from various angles, including the cityscape of Lisbon, including its cute buildings and bridges, and the blue coastline surrounding the city. It is especially popular among tourists because you can enjoy a beautiful sunset at dusk.
address :
Tower of Belém
Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa, Portugal
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Operating hours:
Every Monday is a holiday.
Tue - Sun: 9:30am - 6:00pm
※ Admission closes 30 minutes before closing time.
※ Operating hours may vary depending on the season, so please check the official website before visiting.
Closed:
Monday, January 1, Easter Sunday, May 1, June 13, December 25
Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa, Portugal