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Padrão dos Descobrimentos is a monument on the northern bank of the Tagus River estuary, in Belém, Lisbon. Located along the river where ships departed to explore and trade with India and the Orient, the monument celebrates the Portuguese Age of Discovery (or Age of Exploration) during the 15th and 16th centuries.
Belém Tower is a UNESCO World Heritage located in Lisbon that played a key role in Europe’s Age of Discoveries, since it served both as a fortress and as a port from where Portuguese explorers departed to establish what would be the first European trade in history with China and India. It also served as a ceremonial gateway to Lisbon.
This museum is housed in a group of buildings classified as national heritage - the Central Tejo or Lisbon power station. Besides the building itself, the main interest is the machinery used to supply electricity to the city of Lisbon in the first half of the 20C. It includes 19C dynamos and electric motors, steam engines, high-pressure boilers, hydraulic generators and other tools and equipment.
Inaugurated in October 2016 within the framework of EDP Foundation’s long-running policy of cultural patronage, MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology is an international institution dedicated to arouse critical discourse and creative practice with the intent of sparking new understandings about the historical present and a responsible commitment to the future. Located on the riverfront in Lisbon’s historical Belém district, MAAT comprises a former power station built in 1908 – MAAT Central – and a contemporary building – MAAT Gallery – connected via a park that extends along the River Tagus: MAAT Garden. In addition to the programme of temporary exhibitions and activities – Agenda – the museum also features permanent exhibitions such as The Electricity Factory at Central Tejo and the sculptures in the outdoor spaces.
The Fábrica Nacional de Cordoaria, or Cordoaria Nacional, belonged to the Portuguese Navy. This was where the cables, sisal ropes, sails and flags that equipped the Portuguese ships were manufactured. The building, which dates to the 1770s, has been classified as a national monument since 1996. The art gallery, housed in the Torreão Nascente (Eastern Tower), regularly holds major exhibitions from Portuguese and international collections.
Travelers will pass under the bridge The 25 de Abril Bridge is a suspension bridge connecting the city of Lisbon, capital of Portugal, to the municipality of Almada on the left (south) bank of the Tagus river. It was inaugurated on August 6, 1966, and a train platform was added in 1999. It is often compared to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, US, because they are both suspension bridges of similar color. It was built by the American Bridge Company which constructed the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge, but not the Golden Gate. With a total length of 2,277 metres (7,470 ft), it is the 32nd largest suspension bridge in the world. The upper deck carries six car lanes, while the lower deck carries a double track railway electrified at 25 kV AC. Until 1974, the bridge was named Salazar Bridge. The name "25 de Abril" commemorates the Carnation Revolution.
Bairro Alto is one of Lisbon’s most historic and lively neighborhoods, celebrated for its distinct day-and-night contrasts. During the day, it offers a calm atmosphere with traditional architecture, small independent shops, and colorful street art. As night falls, it comes alive as one of the city’s most popular nightlife districts, packed with bars, restaurants, and Fado houses. Perched on a hill, its narrow cobblestone streets blend residential charm with a vibrant commercial scene. Chiado, Lisbon’s perennial upmarket neighbourhood, is a place of studios, original shops, renovated spaces and marvellous pavement cafés for watching the constant coming and going of those shopping, wandering and those still trying to figure out where the river is. Baixa, more traditional and authentic, serves up souvenir shops, famous patisseries and adventurous eateries. Take your time to discover the streets and corners and all their charms.
The Praça do Comércio is located in the city of Lisbon, Portugal. Situated near the Tagus river, the square is still commonly known as Terreiro do Paço because it was the location of the Paços da Ribeira (Royal Ribeira Palace) until it was destroyed by the great 1755 Lisbon earthquake. After the earthquake, the square was completely remodeled as part of the rebuilding of the Pombaline Downtown, ordered by Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo, 1st Marquis of Pombal, who was the Minister of the Kingdom of Portugal from 1750 to 1777, during the reign of Dom José I, King of Portugal.
Given its outstanding location, a highlight of the Castelo de São Jorge is its many viewpoints affording majestic and unparalleled views of Lisbon. Built in the mid-11th century, this fortification still retains eleven towers displaying various architectural features characteristic of military fortifications from the Moorish period. The steps leading up the sides of the curtain walls provide access to the ramparts and towers enabling visitors to explore the entire perimeter.
Alfama, the oldest and most traditional neighbourhood in Lisbon, with cobbled lanes and alleys and steep, gruelling inclines, should be discovered little by little, stopping frequently to savour the view, atmosphere and authentic spirit of the oldest side of the capital. Take a deep breath and start to climb the hill that will reveal one of the best views of the city.
Almada, on the south bank of the River Tagus, has undoubtedly the best view of the city of Lisbon. The most outstanding views are from the castle, the panoramic funicular of the Boca do Vento (Mouth of the Wind), and above all the statue of Christ the King, built in 1959. In past centuries, Almada was a popular summer resort for the Court, which ordered the construction of stately homes and buildings that are still preserved in the city. Life in Almada does not revolve only around the capital, where most of its inhabitants work; it is a city with its own life, the setting for well-attended events like the Theatre Festival.
The Sanctuary of Christ the King is a Catholic monument and shrine dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ overlooking the city of Lisbon situated in Almada, in Portugal. It was inspired by the Christ the Redeemer statue of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil, after the Cardinal Patriarch of Lisbon visited that monument. The project was inaugurated on 17 May 1959, while Portugal was ruled by António de Oliveira Salazar. The giant statue in cement was erected to express gratitude because the Portuguese were spared the effects of World War II.
We had an amazing experience sailing with Antonio and Vanda! The views were breathtaking, and our guides were knowledgable about history, which they shared during the sail. It was the best thing we did in Lisbon, as the sunset was lovely. We highly recommend this cruise!
Holy Cow. What an amazing experience this private sailing tour was. Our crew was Miguel and Antonio and they were wonderful!
Very easy to locate the gate and once you find your crew it’s a seamless process to get on the boat. Our crew included Luiz and Benny, who were absolutely wonderful. They let my husband with some sailing experience take the wheel for a bit (and offered a lot of tips!). They taught us really interesting pieces of info about Lisbon. And they made sure our glasses were never empty and that we got all the best photos! Couldn’t have had a better time.
We had the most wonderful time on this sunset cruise. Our hosts were so nice, knowledgeable, and gave us just the right amount of “alone time”. Highly recommended! Thank you so much for having us on your beautiful boat!
My husband surprised me with a romantic sailing experience with PalmaYachts, and it was absolutely amazing. Benny and João were the best guides we could have asked for - very knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. Even though we live in Lisbon, they shared so many interesting facts about the city, its history, landmarks, and navigation. They truly made this an unforgettable experience. I highly recommend PalmaYachts and we are already planning to come back again with our family and friends.
Terrific experience, lovely crew and journey overall. 11/10 will book again. Particularly attentive crew, impeccable in every possible way and very knowledgeable.
Was an amazing experience!! I would definitely recommend this boat tour. Everything went super smooth and was one the most special moments of our life!
We were met by Benny and Miguel art the Doca de Belen basin in Lisbon, and were instantly impressed by their friendliness, welcoming and obvious camaraderie. We boarded the sailboat and immediately set out for the Tagus. We set just the mainsail in order to keep an even keel and enjoy a more leisurely sail. Benny made good use of time with concise descriptions of the many features along the river, and Miguel was the master of the rudder, keeping us on course and sailing smoothly. Part of the sail is a bottle of vinha verde, the local youthful white wine. Definitely fresh and flavorful, it would be a good addition to salads and seafood. We sailed along the shoreline, sharing conversation enjoying a wonderful sunny day, breezy for the sails and comfortable for the sailors. We can heartily and without reserve recommend PalmaYachts and especially Benny & Miguel, new-found friends.
We had the best time on the sunset cruise! Our guides, Pedro and Mateus, were excellent! They really made the trip special with their knowledge of Lisbon and local stories. We highly recommend. A lovely way to end our time in Lisbon!
Spectacular views and very friendly crews that it gave an unforgettable and very pleasing experience. Highly recommend for those who wants a special sunset experience
Wonderful trip. Antonio and João were very friendly and made sure we had a great experience. We had beautiful views of the sights of Lisbon and a gorgeous sunset. Antonio and Joao both told us lots about the shoreline and history of many of the buildings and sights. They answered our endless questions about Portugal, Lisbon, their own travel experiences. We enjoyed champagne, and wine. They made sure we were warm comfortable with blankets. Very romantic and enjoyable. Thanks to our crew of Antonio and Joao … great experience!
Overall, the experience was amazing, with fantastic views of the main Lisbon attractions from the river. Alex and Vasco are excellent guides, they provided many information on everything we spotted.
My husband and I had an incredible time on our Lisbon Cruise with Luis & Luiz! Our guides really made the experience special - Luiz pointed out buildings and monuments and explained the history, and Luis gave us some great local recommendations. They kept our glasses full with wine, provided blankets when it got chilly, and gave us some time alone to enjoy the view. It was beautiful to see Lisbon from the water and I'd highly recommend a cruise!
Wonderful & engaging crew made the incredible views of late afternoon Lisbon & a perfect sunset a memory we will always cherish. So glad we chose the private cruise.
Benefits and Francisco were excellent host! They provided great insights on the history of Lisbon/Portugal as we sailed past some great landmarks. They offered 3 wine tastings and a delicious charcuterie of cheeses and meets of the region. We finished by sitting on the bow of the “Extra Mile” as she sailed us back into port
My partner and I booked on to a 2 hour cruise of the River Tagus through PalmaYaughts. We set sail at 1615 and spent the next 2 hours sailing up and down the beautiful river. The crew (2x persons) could not make us feel more welcome and offered us either a chilled cruise with the option to ask questions or an informative tour where they would provide a history of the area etc. We were given 1x bottle of Sparkling Wine on board. There is also a WC onboard the vessel.
Great sunset Cruise complete with some historical commentary and sparkling wine. Two hours up and down the coastline was a great way to spend end of day and see the sunset. Highly recommend.
This experience was amazing. It was the last day of our trip and it was a great way to end it! Antonio was a perfect host. He waited on us the entire time. He also never complained about the millions of pictures I asked him to take. We felt completely safe in the hands of our captain, Mario. He was awesome! Would definitely do this again!!
I am afraid of the water but lady Wanda and Captain made me feel very comfortable, even offered me champagne and soft drinks with music(of my own choice) in the background. Very nice service and me and my partner felt very welcomed during the trip,I recommend for a couple that’s looking for a romantic boat trip with sunset. Definitely do it again.
The yacht ride was the perfect way to finish our Portugal vacation. The crew was top notch. Two of the nicest people in the world. We learned a lot and had loads of fun. We will sure be back next time we are in Portugal.
The crew has been nothing but extremely helpful and friendly, been served with champagne, wine and beer, had lots of chats and the skill of the crew was 10/10, amazing captain
I can’t recommend this activity enough The yacht is beautiful, the music on board, the wonderful views We included the dinner package and the food was delicious ; Miquel and his boating partner made the trip so special and made us feel like the most important people … look forward to coming back and doing this again Maria Ireland
Mario and Fernando were amazing hosts and crew! They sprinkled a little bit of history - in multiple languages - with a relaxing boat ride on the river. The vino verde wine was wonderful! We had a great time! Definitely worth the money and a fun way to relax on our trip.
Lovely boat trip and the weather was perfect, knowledgeable hosts. Great and very different view of Lisbon. Highly recommended.
It was an unforgettable experience. Telma and Luiz are perfect, informed deeply about Lisbon, its history and the region, showing in two hours all the highlights of the city from the view of the Tejo. The green wine was a spectacle 😃👍thank you!!!
An exceptional experience thanks to Telma and Mario. Very professional and passionate about their job and their city. Thank you for sharing their recommendations. This time spent on the boat was the highlight of our stay in Lisbon. Highly recommended.
Very interesting as well as relaxed sailing trip with Benny and Antonio. Was a lot of fun and we took great photos of Lisbon on the Tagus at sunset.
It was a fantastic experience! We loved the walk and the care and sympathy as they treated us, as well as everything they taught us. Repeat!
Voyage très prenant et en très bonne compagnie de Carlos et Pedro, qui savent expliquer les points clefs de la ville, tout en restant discrets pour nous laisser profiter. Recommandation +++
Thank you for this lovely cruise. Your kindness and availability! Skyper who spoke French and an excellent knowledge of the city
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