Things to Do in Belém, Lisbon

Belém is a museum district in western Lisbon, known for its many notable monuments. It contains the Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, and the Monument to the Discoveries.

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Top things to do in Belém

MAAT - Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology
★ 4.3 · 25.4k
Art Museum★
Museum in an old riverside power station, with renewable energy & electrical phenomena exhibits.
Mon
10 AM – 7 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
10 AM – 7 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
10 AM – 7 PM
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Jerónimos Monastery
★ 4.5 · 61.7k
Monastery★
Late Gothic Manueline-style monastery housing archaeology & maritime museums in its wings.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
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Belém Tower
★ 4.5 · 114.4k
Monument★
Landmark medieval fortified tower on tiny river island with rooftop terrace offering estuary views.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun
10 AM – 5:30 PM
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Monument to the Discoveries
★ 4.6 · 65.1k
Monument★
Statue built in 1940 and made permanent in 1960 to mark 500 years since Henry the Navigator's death.
Every day
10 AM – 7 PM
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Navy Museum
★ 4.5 · 13.7k
Archaeology Museum★
Seagoing history with collections of model ships, maritime artifacts & ornate 18th-century barges.
Every day
10 AM – 6 PM
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Toranja
★ 4.9 · 252
Specialty Store
A souvenir shop in Lisbon featuring unique and trendy artwork by local artists, offering items like puzzles, playing cards, framed photos, bags, posters, and postcards.
Every day
9 AM – 9:30 PM
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Centro Cultural de Belém
★ 4.6 · 20.6k
Theater
Large 1980s-built venue including space for concerts, opera & ballet, plus exhibition galleries.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 7 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
10 AM – 7 PM
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Tejo Power Station
★ 4.6 · 2.9k
Science Museum
A Lisbon architectural landmark, this is a museum where creativity, curiosity, and inspiration meet to showcase contemporary art exhibitions.
Mon
10 AM – 7 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
10 AM – 7 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
10 AM – 7 PM
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Lisbon Earthquake 1755
★ 4.7 · 9.3k
Museum
A historical attraction that brings to life the Lisbon earthquake of 1755, an extraordinary event of past centuries.
Every day
10 AM – 6 PM
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Museum of Contemporary Art – MAC/CCB
★ 4.5 · 7.9k
Art Museum
Modern & contemporary art museum, with works by Picasso, Bacon & Warhol plus temporary exhibitions.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6:30 PM
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National Coach Museum
★ 4.6 · 10.7k
History Museum
Ornate, 16th–19th century royal carriages displayed in an opulent, 18th-century palace riding arena.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Belém Tower Garden
★ 4.6 · 84.4k
Botanical Garden
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun
10 AM – 5:30 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Belém

Feitoria
Michelin ★
Portuguese· €50+
Portuguese fare served in a light-filled, white-tablecloth space at the Altis Belém Hotel.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
6:30 PM – 11 PM
Sat
6:30 PM – 11 PM
Sun
Closed
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Pasteis de Belém
★ 4.6 · 98.4k
Pastry Shop· $$
Large, airy bakery cafe offering Portuguese baked goods including tarts & breads.
Every day
8 AM – 9 PM
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Pastelaria Restelo
★ 4.4 · 7.4k
Pastry Shop· $$
A busy Lisbon cafe and pastry shop in the Restelo neighborhood, known for its legendary palmiers, croissants, and cakes.
Mon
8 AM – 8 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
8 AM – 8 PM
Sat
8 AM – 8 PM
Sun
8:30 AM – 8 PM
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Portugália
★ 4.4 · 5.1k
Brewery· $$
Famed beer hall opened in 1925 as an annex of a brewery, serving beers, steaks & seafood.
Every day
12 PM – 12 AM
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