Monastery of Jerónimos

Near Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery is a Manueline masterpiece symbolizing Portugal's wealth and power during the Age of Discovery.

The monastery holds the tombs of Vasco da Gama, poet Luís de Camões, and Dom Manuel I along with his descendants in the main chapel.

Spot maritime influences in architecture that blend Gothic and Renaissance styles, with botanical motifs, and nautical details like ropes and anchors.

Upgrade your ticket for a self-guided audio tour in English, Spanish, German, or French, and step back into Portugal's maritime history.

Fun fact: The Virgin Mary is the patron saint of this monastery, which richly showcases the Portuguese Late Gothic ‘Manueline’ style of architecture.

Roam the various sections within the Belém Tower and understand its importance to maritime explorers, and the city itself.

Take in beautiful views of the River Tagus, the 25 de Abril Bridge, and the rest of Lisbon. Add a multilingual audio guide for deeper insights.

At Jerónimos Monastery, observe intricate cloisters, vaulted ceilings, and maritime motifs that celebrate Vasco Da Gama's voyage to India.

Explore the intricate details of the Hieronymite Order's shield, confessional doors, and the tomb of renowned poet Fernando Pessoa in addition to the architectural beauties of Jerónimos Monastery.

Fun fact: The Jerónimos Monastery was initially funded by a 5% tax on eastern spices, with the exception of pepper, cinnamon, and cloves.

Avoid the 2-hour wait with skip-the-line entry as you explore Jerónimos Monastery with a guide, an example of Portuguese Gothic Manueline architecture.

This Monastery is known to house the tomb of Vasco da Gama, and other famous Portuguese figures like King Sebastião, poet Luís de Camões and others.

Stroll the lovely 16th-century two-story cloister and former library, then visit the monks’ refectory. Wrap up with stunning views of the River Tagus!

Dive into the Age of Discovery with an upgraded ticket for a walking tour of Belém, stopping at the Tower of Belém and Padrão dos Descobrimentos!

Fun fact: The Jerónimos monastery was built to commemorate Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama's successful voyage to India.

Jerónimos Monastery is a masterpiece of Portuguese architecture, with detailed structural cloisters, corridors, vaulted ceilings, and decorative entrances. Explore it at your own pace.

Discover the different sections within Belém Tower and take in beautiful views of the River Tagus from its watchpoints.

At Pena Palace, encounter 19th-century Romantic architecture and a stunning park with winding paths and pavilions.

Upgrade to include round-trip transportation between the main entrance of the park and the palace or to have a handy multilingual audio guide to make your visit informative.

Fun fact: With its rich history, from a chapel to a monastery to a Disney-like castle, the Pena Palace became the National Monument of Portugal in 1910.

Explore São Jorge Castle, a Lisbon icon since the 11th century, visible from nearly every corner of the city and one of its must-see attractions.

At Belém Tower, soak up the glittery views of the Tagus River and admire the sheer size of the 25 de Abril Bridge.

Explore the unmissable Jerónimos Monastery. Step inside to be awed by the ‘Manueline’ style of architecture, a Portuguese take on goth.

Fun fact: In 1255, Lisbon was the capital city and São Jorge Castle was the royal palace.

Explore the Jerónimos Monastery at your own pace on a self-guided audio tour available in English, French, or Spanish.

Download the app (available on iOS and Android), put your headphones on, and take a step back into Portuguese history.

Discover the architectural wonders of Jerónimos Monastery, the intricacies of the Hieronymite Order's shield, confessional doors, and the tomb of the renowned poet, Fernando Pessoa.

Explore the church and maritime museum and admire Vasco da Gama's tomb, and intricate arches, and learn of Portugal's maritime history.

Did you know? The monastery was originally built to commemorate Vasco da Gama’s successful sea voyage to India in 1498.

Gain access to two of Lisbon’s top attractions for discovering Portuguese heritage—the Jerónimos Monastery and Maritime Museum—with this combo ticket and save money while you are at it.

Vasco da Gama's tomb, and those of other famous Portuguese figures like King Manuel, King Sebastiao, poet Luis de Cames, and others, can be found at the Jerónimos Monastery.

At the Jerónimos Monastery, look at the tiled decoration depicting the Biblical story of Joseph, along with other religious stories, on the walls.

Visit the Maritime Museum to learn about Portuguese explorers at sea who conquered new territories and maritime routes. They discovered 70% of the world that was previously unknown to Europeans.

See Vasco da Gama's portable altar, Archangel Raphael's wooden statue, and the first seaplane!

Among the 17,000 exhibits at Museu de Marinha are colossal and richly decorated ships, astrolabes, maps, relics, and more.

Fun Fact: Jerónimos Monastery is not its Real Name. The actual name of this new monument is Mosteiro da Santa Maria de Belem, but it bares the nickname of “O Jerónimos”, which explains where Jerónimos Monastery came from.

This 3-hour e-bike tour offers a unique blend of adventure and history as you explore Lisbon's scenic riverside and the landmark-packed neighborhood of Belém.

Benefit from the insights of an expert guide who brings to life the tales of Portuguese explorers and the historical significance of iconic landmarks.

Experience the grandeur of Jerónimos Monastery, the majesty of Belém Tower, and the nostalgia-inducing Monument to the Discoveries. It's an architectural and historical feast!

Your journey is sweetened with the famous Portuguese custard tart, a delicious inclusion that gives you a true taste of Portugal's rich culinary culture.

Fun fact: Your delicious custard tart, or 'pastel de nata', is a centuries-old recipe from monks at Mosteiro dos Jerónimos. They used leftover egg yolks from starching clothes to create this treat.