Pastéis de Belém

Overview

Pastéis de Belém is a renowned pastry shop in Lisbon, famous for its traditional pastéis de nata (custard tarts). Established in 1837, it's a must-visit for anyone looking to try authentic Portuguese desserts.

It is the original and most famous place to try pastéis de nata in Lisbon.

Pastry Shop Café

Location

Address

Rua de Belém 84, 1300-085 Lisboa

Neighborhood: Belém

Coordinates

38.697678, -9.203260

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

tuesday 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

wednesday 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

thursday 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

friday 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Admission

Adults

Free entry

Children

Free entry

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, September-October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds, fresh pastries

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

30 minutes

Recommended

1 hour

Full Experience

1.5 hours

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild to warm

• Fresh pastries
• Outdoor seating

summer

hot

• Extended hours

autumn

cool

• Fall flavors

winter

cold

• Holiday decorations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Expect crowds
Cash preferred
Check opening hours

What to Bring

essential

Cash Taste buds

seasonal

Jacket Umbrella

not allowed

Outside food Large bags

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: none

• None

Medical facilities: Nearby

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

pastel de nata €1.10

coffee €1.50

souvenirs €5-€20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, any, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• Not required
• Walk-in
• Not applicable
• No

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Pastéis de Belém App

Size: 20 MB

Features: History, Menu, Location

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Available

Charging Stations: Available

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Lisbon Portela Airport

Distance: 7 km

Travel Time: 15 minutes

taxi

€15 15 min

public_transport

€1.50 40 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

tram

€3 20 min

bus

€2 25 min

taxi

€10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Iconic Portuguese pastry

Historical Significance: Original recipe since 1837

Insider Tips

Best pastries are in the morning
Cash is preferred

Local Recommendations

• Try the original pastel de nata
• Visit nearby Jerónimos Monastery

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Olá

thank_you Obrigado/Obrigada

where_is Onde é

how_much Quanto custa

beautiful Lindo/Linda

ticket Bilhete

Guide Languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Interior

Best Time: Anytime

Tips: Capture the pastries and historic interior

Result: Great food and cultural shot

#pasteldenata #lisbonfood

Photography Rules

allowed areas Interior, Exterior

prohibited areas None

flash photography allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy not needed

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Jerónimos Monastery

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Monument

Belém Tower

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Monument

MAAT (Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology)

Distance: 2km

Walking: 25 min

Type: Museum

Reviews

4.7

Based on 5,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Visit early"
"Try the original pastel de nata"
"Explore nearby attractions"

Contact Information

+351 21 363 7484

geral@pasteisdebelem.pt

www.pasteisdebelem.pt

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