Tuk Tuk Tour Lisbon-Belém 4 H

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Location: Lisbon, Portugal

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On this tour we take you to discover the best of Lisbon, on a visit through time between past and present.
Let's make the city's history known.
We can also adjust the tour to your liking, our guide will be available to give you suggestions, so that you enjoy it as much as possible.
The aim is for you to have fun, get to know the city we call home!
Mainly, take memories with you when you return home.

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1. Se de Lisboa
Visit to the Lisbon Cathedral, Built during the reign of D. Afonso Henriques, after the capture of Lisbon from the Moors, the Lisbon Cathedral began to be built in 1147, and is therefore considered the oldest church in the current Portuguese capital.
2. Miradouro de Santa Luzia
One of Lisbon's viewpoints overlooking the Tagus River
3. Miradouro das Portas do Sol
Its name derives from the old Porta do Sol, integrated into the Moorish fence of Lisbon, which existed in this location, ruined in the 1755 earthquake. You can see a section of the wall at Cerca Velha
4. Alfama
Face of Amália Rodrigues on Portuguese pavement is a work made by urban artist Vhils and the Escola de Calceteiros de Lisboa
5. Miradouro da Graca (Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen)
Miradouro da Graça, next to the Convento da Graça where you can visit beautiful tile panels, belonged to the Order of Augustinian Hermits, today known as the Order of Saint Augustine, founded in the 13th century, on Monte de São Gens, in the old place known as Almofala — where D. Afonso Henriques camped with his troops during the siege of Lisbon in 1147
6. Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
From this viewpoint you can see, to the south, the Palha Sea, São Jorge Castle, part of Baixa de Lisboa and the estuary of the Tagus River, to the west, from Bairro Alto to the Parque Florestal de Monsanto and, to north, the valley of Avenida Almirante Reis. Next to this viewpoint is the small and ancient Hermitage of Nossa Senhora do Monte, founded in 1147 and consecrated to Saint Gens, a bishop who, according to tradition, was martyred here. It was on this ancient Monte de São Gens that D. Afonso Henriques set up camp to conquer the city. The Augustine friars, who took charge of the hermitage, placed inside the stone chair that had belonged to the saint. A legend arose around this chair according to which pregnant women who sat there had uncomplicated births. D. Maria Ana de Austria, wife of D. João V, went to sit there when she was pregnant with the heir to the throne. .
7. Igreja de Sao Vicente de Fora
We will visit the Church of ão Vicente de Fora, its construction began in 1582 where D.Afonso Henriques had previously ordered the construction of a temple also under the invocation of S. Vicente proclaimed patron saint of Lisbon in 1173. in its architecture it is possible to observe traces of Mannerism in Portugal as well as the Gothic and Baroque styles in its church. Also here is the Pantheon of the Dukes of Bragança where several Portuguese kings belonging to the Bragança Dynasty are buried.
8. Mercado de Santa Clara
The Santa Clara market dates back to the second half of the 19th century, around it there are craft shops, and on Tuesdays and Thursdays there is the Flea Market with roots in the 13th century, which passed through several locations until it was established. definitely in Campo de Santa Clara, where on Mondays and Thursdays the fair takes place selling old things, second-hand objects and handicrafts.
9. Panteao Nacional
The National Pantheon is intended to honor citizens for services provided to the country, here are the graves of Amália, the Fado Diva and the Football Player Eusébio. The Pantheon is located in the Church of Santa Engrácia, its construction began in 1682 and its work would only end in 1966, 284 years later, there are several stories associated with this church
10. Alfama
Let's discover Alfama, which is the oldest neighborhood and one of the most typical in Lisbon. Its name derives from the Arabic al-hamma which means fountain or hot water baths, since Alfama was a thermal area where people went to baths to take care of themselves. of diseases, The waters that flowed from the springs at a minimum temperature of 20ºc and a highest temperature of 34ºc.
11. Largo do Chafariz de Dentro
Located in Alfama, it is one of the many fountains that supplied Lisbon, the oldest record is from 1285 as Chafariz dos Cavalos, in 1373 the Castilians, as a reminder of the sack of Lisbon, took the bronze heads of this fountain From the 17th century onwards, it was known as Chafariz de Dentro, as it was located on the interior side of the Fernandina fence.
12. Chafariz D'El Rei
It is said that this was the first public fountain in Lisbon, built in the 13th century. The water from the spring to taps outside the so-called Cerca Moura dates back to 1487, allowing the supply of ships that came from abroad. It came to have 9 waterspouts, each exclusive for each different social group, and in 1517 there were six waterspouts that were regulated as follows: the first tap for pitchers, jugs, bottles, wineskins, barrels and barrels for slaves, the second for the galley Moors, the third and fourth for white men and women, the fifth for black and Indian women and the sixth for white girls . In the 19th century, three waterspouts were added.
13. Casa dos Bicos-Museu de Lisboa
Casa dos Bicos, also known as Casa de Brás de Albuquerque, is a historic building that houses the Museum of the writer José Saramago on the second floor and on the first floor, right at the entrance, there are salt tanks from the Roman era, a tower from the medieval era and Mudejar pavement. . It was built in 1523 at the behest of D. Brás de Albuquerque, son of the second Portuguese governor of Portuguese India. The facade is covered in diamond-shaped stone, the "beaks", an Italian Renaissance influence.
14. Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceicao Velha
The Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição Velha combines several architectural styles, the result of reconstruction carried out after the 1755 earthquake. The first church on the site, the Church of Nossa Senhora da Misericórdia, was the second largest temple in Manueline Lisbon after the Jerónimos Monastery, in Belém. Its Pombaline interior has only one nave, the chapel of the Blessed Sacrament of the old Church of Misericórdia corresponds to the main altar.
15. Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)
Praça do Comércio was the site of the palace of the kings of Portugal for around two centuries, it is one of the largest squares in Europe. In one of the buildings in the square we find the famous Martinho da Arcada café, the oldest in Lisbon, and one of Fernando Pessoa's favorites. On the North side of the Square is the Rua Augusta Triumphal Arch. 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 such as Isabel II of England or Gungunhana, the last emperor of Gaza in the territory that is now Mozambique
16. The Pink Street
Rua Cor-de-Rosa is today one of the centers of Lisbon's nightlife. The New York Times placed Pink Street on the list of its twelve favorite streets in Europe. This is a street that invites Lisbon residents and tourists to stay, staying until the early hours of the morning drinking in the street or dancing in one of the clubs.
17. Chiado
The Chiado neighborhood is one of the most emblematic neighborhoods in Lisbon and the most Bohemian. A place where gatherings were held in various locations, it was an obligatory place for anyone who wanted to be known at the time, it was an area traditionally known for its intellectual connections, many of our great writers and artists passed through here, it was also here that several artistic currents emerged . Chiado is also known for its chic cafes such as Brasileira where there is a statue of Fernando Pessoa. We find several theaters, Baroque churches such as the Church of Loreto (Italian) and the Church of Our Lady of the Incarnation. We have Largo Luis de Camões, Portuguese poet who wrote the Lusiadas
18. Igreja de Sao Roque
The Church of São Roque was built at the end of the 16th century. It belonged to the Society of Jesus, being its first church in Portugal, and one of the first Jesuit churches in the world, it was one of the churches that survived the 1755 earthquake unscathed. . In the current Largo da Misericórdia there would be a cemetery for those who died from the plague. The place was outside the walls and was sparsely populated. It was the people who built the hermitage in 1506, and it quickly became a place of pilgrimage and worship. The saint became widely accepted and the Brotherhood of São Roque was even created. It has several chapels, mainly in the Baroque style of the early 17th century, the most notable of which is Saint John the Baptist, from the 17th century, a masterpiece of Italian art, unique in the world.
19. Miradouro Sao Pedro de Alcantara
One of the most beautiful viewpoints in the city with views over the east of Lisbon, overlooking part of the Baixa area of Lisbon
20. Convento de Sao Pedro de Alcantara
Convent of São Pedro de Alcântara, was founded in the 17th century, in 1670, by D. António Luís de Menezes, 1st Marquis of Marialva. One of the most interesting aspects of this convent is the funerary chapel of Cardinal D. Veríssimo de Lencastre, which remained untouched after the earthquake
21. Bairro Alto
Bairro Alto is an old and picturesque neighborhood in the center of Lisbon, with narrow, cobbled streets, centuries-old houses, Since the 80s, it has been Lisbon's best-known nightlife area, with countless bars and restaurants, as well as fado clubs. Until the 70s and 80s of the 20th century, numerous press organizations were also located there. It is currently known as one of the best nightlife districts in Europe
22. Time Out Market Lisboa
It is located in the Antigo Mercado da Ribeira in Cais do Sodré, an area with several restaurants and traditional specialty stores
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Neoclassical in style, the São Bento Palace was built at the end of the 16th century, as the Benedito Monastery, with a Mannerist and Baroque design. After the implementation of the liberal regime, in 1834 after the civil war in Portugal, it became the Royal Courts of the Nation and became known as the Palácio da Cortes until 1911, when it became known as the Palácio do Congresso until 1933 and since this time Palace of the National Assembly
24. Basilica da Estrela
The Basilica da Estrela, also known as the Royal Basilica and Convent of the Santíssimo Coração de Jesus, Monastery of the Santíssimo Coração de Jesus, Basilica and Convent of Estrela, Parish Church of Lapa or Church of Nossa Senhora da Lapa, is a Catholic temple and former convent of Carmelite nuns. In the second half of the 18th century, D.Pedro III and D.Maria I made a vow that they would build a church if they had a son to inherit the throne. In 1799 construction began, but two years before finishing the construction of the church the boy died of smallpox. we can see characteristics of Baroque in a final phase and Neoclassical style, with statues of Saints and illustrative figures that represent Faith, Devotion, Gratitude, and Liberality. Its interior is made of Marble, Grey, Pink and yellow. Queen D. Maria I is the only Portuguese monarch of the Bragança dynasty who is not found in the Pantheon of the Bragança Dynasty, but in the Basilica of Estrela, which she herself ordered to be built
25. LX Factory
Commercial and artistic space in Alcantâra located in a former industrial area
26. Palacio de Belem
Belém National Palace is the official residence of the President of the Republic. The Palace was built in 1559 by the nobleman D. Manuel de Portugal, son of D. Francisco de Portugal, 1st Count of Vimioso. In the 18th century, D. João V bought it from the Count of Aveiras During the 1755 Earthquake, the monarch D. José I and his family were spending the day in the Belém area. Fearing another earthquake, the royal family settled in tents on the palace grounds, the interior of which was used as a hospital . The Palace thus became part of the heritage of the Royal House, having been the residence of queens and kings as well as serving as accommodation for foreign guests. After the proclamation of the Republic in 1912, it was designated the official residence of the President of the Republic.
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In 1837, the clerics of the Jerónimos Monastery put some pasteis de nata on sale to survive. At that time Lisbon and Belém were connected by steamboats. The Monastery attracted many visitors, which ended up making Pasteis de nata known. In 1834 the Monastery closed following the Liberal revolution of 1820. The convent's pastry chef decided to sell the recipe to Portuguese businessman Domingos Rafael Alves from Brazil, and it remains in the possession of his descendants to this day. Traditionally, pastries are eaten while still warm, sprinkled with powdered sugar and/or cinnamon.
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Mosteiro dos Jerónimos or Monastery of Santa Maria de Belém, was built by King D. Manuel I, at the end of the 15th century it belonged to the order of São Jerónimo. In 1452, Infante D. Henrique ordered the construction of the Hermitage of Santa Maria de Belém, it was here that great navigators such as Pedro Álvares Cabral, Vasco da Gama and others, held vigils before leaving for their great sea voyages. in 1496 D. Manuel I made a request to the Holy See to build a large monastery in place of the hermitage. 2 years later, the king donated the place to the Jerónimos friars to build the monastery, which over time went through several construction phases until the beginning of the 20th century. Cardinal-King D. Henrique and the sons of D. Manuel I, D. Sebastião, the descendants of D. João III, the tombs of Camões and Vasco da Gama, among others, are buried in the chapel. The Monastery also serves as a Pantheon.
29. Centro Cultural de Belem - CCB
Cultural Center
30. Torre de Belem
Torre de Belém was formerly known as Torre de São Vicente a Par de Belém. Its function was to defend the Tagus riverbank. The Tower of São Vicente (1514) belongs to a defense formation composed of the tower of São Sebastião da Caparica to the south (1481) and the tower of Santo António de Cascais to the west (1488).
31. Padrao dos Descobrimentos
Padrão dos Descobrimentos (or Monument to the Discoveries; or Monument to the Navigators) was built in 1940 on the occasion of the Portuguese World Exhibition to honor the historical figures involved in the Portuguese Discoveries. The current replica, in concrete and stone, is later, having been inaugurated in 1960

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Posted By : Lori_B
Alexandra did a great job taking us all around the city and sharing the citys history. All questions were answered. Navigating the streets here is an art form and she is the best!
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Posted By : Deborah_J
Great tour by Lucas on our tour! Very informative and we all enjoyed it! Lovely stop for drinks. Thank you.
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Posted On : 2024-04-27 16:43:58

Posted By : Mindy_H
Awesome tour, great way to see Belem! Lots to see and we enjoyed it. Great addition to our trip. Pasteis de Belem was amazing
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Posted By : Ken_B
The driver’s knowledge and experience (Miquel) made the world of difference for us. It was the wow factor for us.
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Posted By : Susan_S
We had a wonderful time with our guide Felipe. He was very personable and most knowledgeable about Lisbon.
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Tuk Tuk Tour Lisbon-Belém 4 H

WHAT'S INCLUDED ⟱

WHAT TO EXPECT ⟱

1. Se de Lisboa

2. Miradouro de Santa Luzia

3. Miradouro das Portas do Sol

4. Alfama

5. Miradouro da Graca (Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen)

6. Miradouro da Senhora do Monte

7. Igreja de Sao Vicente de Fora

8. Mercado de Santa Clara

9. Panteao Nacional

10. Alfama

11. Largo do Chafariz de Dentro

12. Chafariz D'El Rei

13. Casa dos Bicos-Museu de Lisboa

14. Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceicao Velha

15. Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)

16. The Pink Street

17. Chiado

18. Igreja de Sao Roque

19. Miradouro Sao Pedro de Alcantara

20. Convento de Sao Pedro de Alcantara

21. Bairro Alto

22. Time Out Market Lisboa

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24. Basilica da Estrela

25. LX Factory

26. Palacio de Belem

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29. Centro Cultural de Belem - CCB

30. Torre de Belem

31. Padrao dos Descobrimentos

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