Sailing Tour on Tagus River

Lisbon, PT
93% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (16 reviews)

Highlights

  • Unique and memorable experience with stunning views
  • Sailing tour aboard a fantastic and new sailboat
  • Opportunity to see main monuments of Lisbon
  • Passing under the iconic 25 de Abril Bridge
  • Discovering picturesque neighborhoods like Alfama

Meeting Point

Doca do Bom Sucesso, door 3, beside Altis Belém Hotel.

Meeting point

Doca do Bom Sucesso Doca do Bom Sucesso, gate 3, 1400-038 Lisboa , Portugal

End point

End Point

Doca do Bom Sucesso, door 3, beside Altis Belém Hotel.

Meeting point

Doca do Bom Sucesso Doca do Bom Sucesso, gate 3, 1400-038 Lisboa , Portugal

End point

What to expect

1

Padrao dos Descobrimentos

National Monument. The architectural design is by Cottinelli Telmo and the sculptures are by Leopoldo de Almeida. In addition to the main statue of Infante Dom Henrique, the Navigator, holding a model of a caravel, on both sides of the monument's ramps there are a total of 32 figures from the history of the discoveries.

2

Torre de Belem

It was located on a rocky outcrop in the waters of the river, opposite the old beach of Belém, and was intended to replace the old artillery ship, anchored in that stretch, from where the fleets departed for the Indies. His works were in charge of Diogo Boitaca, who, at the time, was also directing the already advanced works of the neighboring Jerónimos Monastery.

3

MAAT - Museu de Arte, Arquitetura e Tecnologia

Also called Central Tejo and built between 1908 and 1951, it represents an old thermoelectric power station that supplied electricity to Lisbon. It is a unique building in the architectural panorama of Lisbon, and one of the most beautiful examples of industrial architecture from the first half of the 20th century in Portugal.

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MAAT - Museu de Arte, Arquitetura e Tecnologia

MAAT is a contemporary art museum. Building classified as a Property of Public Interest, it consists of two poles: the old Central Tejo and the New Building.

5

Mosteiro dos Jeronimos

Also known as the Monastery of Santa Maria de Belém, the Jerónimos Monastery is a Portuguese monastery, built at the end of the 15th century by King Manuel I. The Jerónimos Monastery has been classified as a National Monument since 1907 and, in 1983, it was classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, along with the Belém Tower. On July 7, 2007, it was elected as one of the seven wonders of Portugal.

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Ponte 25 de Abril

The 25 de Abril Bridge is a road-rail suspension bridge over the Tagus River that connects the city of Lisbon (north bank) to the city of Almada (south bank). Until 1974, the 25th of April Bridge was called Ponte Salazar. The name 25 de Abril alludes to the revolution of 25 April 1974. The works began on 5 November 1962, having been inaugurated on 6 August 1966.

7

Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)

Praça do Comércio, still commonly referred to by its former name as Terreiro do Paço, is a square in downtown Lisbon, where it was the palace of the kings of Portugal for about two centuries and which today is partially occupied by some government departments. It is one of the biggest squares in Europe. It was for a long time the noble entrance to Lisbon and, on the marble steps of Cais das Colunas, coming from the river, heads of state and other prominent figures disembarked and were received. In the center of the square, you can see the equestrian statue D. José, erected in 1775 by Joaquim Machado de Castro, the main Portuguese sculptor of the 18th century. On the north side of the square is the Arco Triunfal da Rua Augusta, the entrance to downtown.

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Lisbon Cathedral

The Cathedral of Lisbon, or Church of Santa Maria Maior. It is the seat of the Patriarchate of Lisbon and the Parish of the Sé. Its construction began in the second half of the 12th century, after the city was conquered from the Moors by D. Afonso Henriques, and today it presents itself as a mixture of architectural styles. It has been classified as a National Monument since 1910.

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Alfama

Alfama is the oldest and one of the most typical neighborhoods in the city of Lisbon. Its name derives from the Arabic al-hamma (الحمّة), which means 'source of warm waters, good waters'. The neighborhood is frequented daily by Portuguese and foreign tourists, being considered the smallest in the entire city of Lisbon. It is known for its restaurants and fado houses, as well as for the festivities of Santos Populares, especially on the night of Santo António, from the 12th to the 13th of June.

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Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei

It is a shrine and religious monument dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The National Sanctuary of Cristo Rei is located at an altitude of 133 meters above the level of the Tagus, consisting of a portico designed by the architect António Lino, 75 meters high, topped by the statue of the Holy Redeemer with open arms facing the city of Lisbon, with 28 meters of height, work of the Portuguese sculptor Francisco Franco de Sousa.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What our experts say

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    Try the local Pastéis de Belém nearby.
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    The views from the 25 de Abril Bridge are stunning.
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    Visit the nearby Jerónimos Monastery after sailing.
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    Bring a light jacket; it can get breezy.
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    Check out the Electricity Museum along the route.

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