Lisbon Old town Sailng Cruise- 2h Small Group Tour, with a drink included

  • Free cancellation

About this experience

Leave Lisbon’s crowds behind and enjoy the city’s famous sights aboard a beautiful sailing boat with a Boat Tour on the Tagus River. Featuring wonderful panoramic views and famous monuments that honor the Age of Discovery, this is a city tour to remember!

As you sail out from the medieval port of Belem, into the Tagus river estuary, your eye is caught almost immediately by the striking Monument to the Discoveries, built to celebrate the region’s rich history. The crew expertly takes you along the River Tagus, taking you beneath the 25th of April Bridge. Both shores of the river have landmarks to catch your eye: Belém Tower, the Monument to the Discoveries, MAAT Museum, dome of the Estrela Basilica, the old neighborhoods, the Castle of São Jorge, the Commerce Square, the Sé in Lisbon’s Old Town city and the statue of Christ the King on the southern bank

With an onboard crew sharing fascinating historical context, this is a wonderful overview of Lisbon’s grandest sights, all from the comfort of a stunning sailboat.

Highlights

Beautiful sailing boat tour along the famous Tagus River

Chance to see Lisbon’s renowned landmarks from the water and get some historical insights

Sights such as the majestic Monument to the Discoveries, Belém Tower, Praça do Comércio, and Castle São Jorge

Views of the city’s most iconic bridge and the fabulous statue of Christ on the southern bank

Historical insight & context from a knowledgeable crew during the tour

Iconic Landmarks: Spot some of Lisbon’s most famous sights:

Monument to the Discoveries (Padrão dos Descobrimentos)

Belem Tower

Jerónimos Monastery

Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology

Ajuda National Palace

Cordoaria Nacional

25 de Abril Bridge

Time Out Market Lisbon

Bairro Alto

Chiado

Commerce Square

Baixa de Lisboa

S. Jorge Castle

Alfama

Sé de Lisboa

Almada

Christ the King

Next available dates

What’s included

  • Food and drinks
  • We serve a welcome drink (Wine, beer, softdrink)
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Restroom on board

Not included

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Food

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Padrão dos Descobrimentos is a monument on the northern bank of the Tagus River estuary, in Belém, Lisbon. Located along the river where ships departed to explore and trade with India and the Orient, the monument celebrates the Portuguese Age of Discovery (or Age of Exploration) during the 15th and 16th centuries.

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    Travelers will pass under the bridge The 25 de Abril Bridge is a suspension bridge connecting the city of Lisbon, capital of Portugal, to the municipality of Almada on the left (south) bank of the Tagus river. It was inaugurated on August 6, 1966, and a train platform was added in 1999. It is often compared to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, US, because they are both suspension bridges of similar color. It was built by the American Bridge Company which constructed the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge, but not the Golden Gate. With a total length of 2,277 metres (7,470 ft), it is the 32nd largest suspension bridge in the world. The upper deck carries six car lanes, while the lower deck carries a double track railway electrified at 25 kV AC. Until 1974, the bridge was named Salazar Bridge. The name "25 de Abril" commemorates the Carnation Revolution.

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    Belém Tower is a UNESCO World Heritage located in Lisbon that played a key role in Europe’s Age of Discoveries, since it served both as a fortress and as a port from where Portuguese explorers departed to establish what would be the first European trade in history with China and India. It also served as a ceremonial gateway to Lisbon.

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    The Sanctuary of Christ the King is a Catholic monument and shrine dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ overlooking the city of Lisbon situated in Almada, in Portugal. It was inspired by the Christ the Redeemer statue of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil, after the Cardinal Patriarch of Lisbon visited that monument. The project was inaugurated on 17 May 1959, while Portugal was ruled by António de Oliveira Salazar. The giant statue in cement was erected to express gratitude because the Portuguese were spared the effects of World War II.

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    The Praça do Comércio is located in the city of Lisbon, Portugal. Situated near the Tagus river, the square is still commonly known as Terreiro do Paço because it was the location of the Paços da Ribeira (Royal Ribeira Palace) until it was destroyed by the great 1755 Lisbon earthquake. After the earthquake, the square was completely remodeled as part of the rebuilding of the Pombaline Downtown, ordered by Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo, 1st Marquis of Pombal, who was the Minister of the Kingdom of Portugal from 1750 to 1777, during the reign of Dom José I, King of Portugal.

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    From the River you can see the beautiful Castelo de São Jorge that stands majestically above Lisbon and is one of the finest tourist attractions in the city.

Good to know

Difficulty
Easy
Guide
Guided tour in Portuguese, English, and Spanish
Start times
10:00 · 11:00 · 14:00

Know before you go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Stroller / pram accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • What to wear
  • Hot weather - you should wear comfortable clothes, a sun hat, proper shoes with rubber soles and sun screen.
  • Cold weather - You should wear warm clothes and eventually a wind stopper jacket, proper rubber sole shoes, cap or scarf for colder days.
  • Special attention should be paid to footwear which should be appropriate, specially non marking soles.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.

  • 1 day or more before: full refund
  • Less than 1 day before: no refund

Meeting point

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Palmayachts Lisbon Boat Tours

Address
Av. Brasília, Lisboa, 1400-038, PT
How you meet
Meet on location
Coordinates
38.69399, -9.20538
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Frequently asked questions

How long does this experience last?

It lasts 2 hours.

Can I cancel this booking?

Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund

Is this experience guided, and in what language?

Guided tour in Portuguese, English, and Spanish

Is hotel pickup included?

No — you make your own way to the meeting point.

Where does this experience start?

It starts at Palmayachts Lisbon Boat Tours, Av. Brasília, Lisboa, 1400-038, PT.

From AED 169 per person