Tower of Belém
The Tower of Belém, located on the banks of the Tagus River in Lisbon, is one of the most emblematic monuments of Portugal and a symbol of the great age of maritime discoveries. Built between 1514 and 1520 according to the design of architect Francisco de Arruda, the tower was originally conceived as part of […]
Pasteleria de Belém
The Pasteleria de Belém, located in the picturesque neighborhood of Belém in Lisbon, is much more than just a pastry shop: it is a true cultural and gastronomic institution of Portugal. Founded in 1837, this pastry shop is famous worldwide for its pastéis de Belém, also known as pastéis de nata, delicious treats made of […]
Calouste Gulbenkian Planetarium
The Calouste Gulbenkian Planetarium, located in Belém, near the Jerónimos Monastery, is one of Lisbon’s main scientific attractions. Founded between 1963 and 1965 by architect Frederico George, the planetarium was funded by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, one of Portugal’s most influential cultural foundations established by Armenian oil magnate and philanthropist Calouste Gulbenkian. The Calouste Gulbenkian […]
Monument of Discoveries
The Padrão dos Descobrimentos, also known as the Monument to the Discoveries, is an imposing structure located on the banks of the Tagus River in the Belém district of Lisbon. This monument, standing at 56 meters tall, celebrates the Portuguese Age of Discoveries, a period between the 15th and 16th centuries, during which Portuguese navigators […]
Belém Palace
The Palácio de Belém, located on the banks of the Tagus River in Lisbon, is a place of great historical and cultural importance. Originally built in 1559 by D. Manuel de Portugal, the palace was conceived as a retreat with riverside gardens, reflecting the elegance and tranquility of that time. In the 18th century, King […]
Carriage Museum
The National Coach Museum, located in Lisbon, is one of the most important museum institutions in Portugal and one of the most significant carriage collections in the world. Founded in 1905 by Queen Amelia of Orléans and Braganza, wife of King Carlos I, the museum aims to preserve and enhance a unique heritage that testifies […]
National Museum of Ethnology
The National Museum of Ethnology in Lisbon is one of the most relevant cultural institutions in Portugal, dedicated to the collection, preservation, and dissemination of the world’s ethnographic heritage. Located in the Restelo district, the museum offers visitors a unique overview of global cultural diversity through its rich collections. Officially founded in 1965, the museum […]
National Museum of Archaeology
The National Archaeology Museum of Lisbon, founded in 1893 by the archaeologist José Leite de Vasconcelos, is one of the most important institutions in Portugal dedicated to archaeology. Located in the former dormitory of the Jerónimos Monastery, in the Belém district, the museum offers a comprehensive overview of the history and culture of Portugal through […]
Fighter Museum
The Combatant Museum, located in the picturesque setting of Belém in Lisbon, is a place of great historical and cultural importance that offers visitors a detailed overview of the Portuguese armed forces and their events throughout the 20th century. Inaugurated in 1993, the museum is housed inside the Forte do Bom Sucesso, a military structure […]
Navy Museum
The Maritime Museum of Lisbon, located in the west wing of the Monastery of Jerónimos in Belém, is a celebration of Portugal’s rich maritime history. Founded on July 22, 1863 by royal decree of King Luís I, a navy officer, the museum offers a vast collection ranging from Roman times to the present day, with […]
