PRIVATE TOUR full day 7 Hills of Lisbon

It is a fortified tower with a significant role it played in the Portuguese maritime discoveries of the era of the Age of Discoveries.
Time to see it from the outside and take your photos

]The tower was commissioned by King John II to be part of a defense system at the mouth of the Tagus river and a ceremonial gateway to Lisbon.

The tower was built in the early 16th century and is a prominent example of the Portuguese Manueline style.

The Monument to the Discoveries, in Lisbon, deserves a visit. This monument was built in order to honor the Portuguese’s Discoveries. In fact, the courage and bravery of the Portuguese navigators crossed the world and discovered new lands. This remarkable time was unforgettable to the world. For that reason, this monument is a tribute to those times.

The monastery is one of the most prominent examples of the Portuguese Late Gothic Manueline style of architecture in Lisbon. It was classified a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Bairro Alto and Chiado are two closely districts of Lisbon, with one being fashionable and stylish by day while the other is trendy and cool by night.

Chiado is the popular shopping and theatre district of Lisbon, which has a selection of historic monuments, tradition shops and interesting cafes and restaurants.

A beautiful view over Lisbon, with the Saint Jorge Castle in front and the river Tagus at your right side

Visit to the church of the Jesuits, where you can find the most magnificent chapel in gold from the 18 century. The Chapel of Saint John Baptist

The Guide will stop nearby and you can walk into Commerce Square and enjoy this beauty Arch. The square is open to the river Tagus.

The solid and imposing Se Cathedral is Lisbon’s most important and iconic religious building.

Since the 12th century the Se Cathedral has been entwined in Portugal’s early history,

The exterior of the grand old church resembles more that of a fortification than religious centre, with massive solid walls and two imposing clock towers.

Visit inside not permitted

Amazing views overlooking the Alfama rooftops and the river Tagus!

Alfama is the oldest districts of Lisbon, and is a delightful maze of narrow cobbled streets and ancient houses, which lead up the steep hill from the Tejo Estuary to the castle.

Contained within this diverse and charismatic district are many historic buildings including the Se Cathedral, the Castle, the National Pantheon and Saint Anthony’s Church.

Located in the Graça neighborhood, it offers a unique panoramic, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful views of Lisbon, especially for being one of the highest points of the city.