Guided Tours

Jerónimos Monastery Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

Group of tourists enjoying a guided tour of the historic Jerónimos Monastery, Lisbon, with tickets in hand

Cloister and fountain inside Jeronimos Monastery, Lisbon

Jerónimos Monastery exterior with tourists on a guided tour in Lisbon, Portugal.

Get an expert-guided tour of the Jerónimos Monastery with skip-the-line tickets and upgrade your ticket to include a walking tour of the Monument to the Discoveries, that honors Portuguese navigators.

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Jerónimos Monastery
English-speaking guide
Walking tour of the Belém neighborhood (as per option selected)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Norman

5/5

Nov, 2024

Our tour guide Federico was very informative, kind and patient with us as I had some mobility issues with long walks and stairs. He explained the Portuguese history pertaining to the Jeronimos Monastery in great detail making the tour very interesting. He was excellent and we highly recommend him.

Jose

5/5

Nov, 2024

Excellent experience. The guide was very nice and well informed and gave us very interesting details of the place. It allowed us to know the historical context of the monastery and other nearby places in Belem. The place is wonderful. Not to be missed by anyone visiting Lisbon.

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Joanna

3/5

Oct, 2024

It was not obvious who our guide was. Or where to meet him. We didn't meet until 9.15 despite arriving 8.45. Our ticket stressed we had to be there 9am but the monastery didn't open until 9.30. Sold as a 2 hour tour. It lasted an hour. Then found that our ticket didn't include the church A lot of money to visit a monastery. we liked our guide and he taught us other things about Portugal and its history though thought there would be a bit more about the monastery and the monks who lived there and why they left.

Laurie

5/5

Oct, 2024

The small group with an excellent guide, Martin Duarte, was perfect for me. I wear hearing aids so cannot use the ear buds. Being able to walk next to our guide allowed me to hear all he said.

Gregory

5/5

Oct, 2024

The guide Martin explained everything very well. We were really happy to have him as a guide. He took. His time for us and also went to the church next door with us to explain things there. Thank you Martin it was fantastic!

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Your experience

Admire the architecture of the monastery

Learn the fascinating history of the monastery with your guide while admiring its stunning Manueline architecture by Diogo de Boitaca. Inside, enjoy intricate sculptures and maritime motifs, and stroll through the cloister to see the double arches and whimsical ceilings!

Explore the adjoining rooms and beyond

Explore adjoining rooms, including a centuries-old library and a space dedicated to the monument's history. Discover the Chapter House, home to historian Alexandro Herculano's tomb, then visit the refectory with beautiful 18th-century azulejos and enjoy stunning views of the River Tagus!

Walking tour of Belém neighborhood

Upgrade your ticket for a delightful walking tour of Belém! Your guide will share the area’s rich history from the Age of Exploration. Don’t forget cash for the famous custard tarts at Pastéis de Belém and enjoy views of the Monument to the Discoveries.

Know before you go

What to bring

During the summer months, it is recommended to bring hats/caps to protect from the sun, and water for hydration due to high temperatures.

Accessibility

There is medium accessibility for guests with reduced mobility.
The lower level has wheelchair access though some sections are cobblestoned.

Additional information

While the tour is in English, the group can also request a Spanish-guided tour (subject to availability).
The Monastery is closed between 9:30am and 1pm on October 24th and December 5th.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at each of the redemption points.