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Belém District and the Salazar Dictatorship Legacy - Private Walking Tour

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Embark on an insightful and exciting tour that rewinds Portugal into the 20th century, a century in which the country became one of the first republics in Europe, then was ruled by the ruthless dictator Salazar and only in 1974 regained freedom and democracy. We give the word to Belém quarter and its monuments, sculptures and unique places that have played and continue to play a crucial role in the country’s destinies. Belém (Bethlehem) was the name given to the anchorage from which the ships of the Portuguese Maritime Discoveries departed. A hundred years ago, however, this was a grim industrial area. The turning point came with the Portuguese World Exhibition of 1940, a nationalist celebration not usually documented in touristic guides. This walk explores Belém taking the controversial event as the cornerstone of its transformation into what it is today. We will approach the main attractions from a different angle and also focus on places usually off the beaten track.
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  • Private walking tour
  • Local professional guide
  • Professional photographer guide
  • Food and drinks
  • The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in.
  • Hotel pickup
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Departure Point

Belem River Station, Av. Brasília, 1300-598 Lisboa, Portugal Our meeting point is by the entrance of the station, under the big red letters - "Estação Fluvial" (River Station). This is opposite to the Belém Train Station, also near Museu dos Coches.

Return Details

Jardim da Torre de Belém, Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa, Portugal Torre de Belém is not far from Algés train, tram and bus stations

  • Afonso de Albuquerque Square, Lisbon, Portugal
    Belém area avatars from the Discoveries period to the 1940 Exhibition
    15 minutes
  • Vasco da Gama Garden, Lisbon, Portugal
    Old Belém town (or what's left of it)
    15 minutes
  • Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, Lisbon, Portugal
    The facade and the interior spaces of the most lavish late Gothic Cathedral in Lisbon with insightful explanations on its historical and mystical meaning
    20 minutes
  • Jardim da Praca do Imperio, Lisbon, Portugal
    This square was the hub and is the main heritage of the Portuguese World Exhibition. We do quick stops by the heraldic flower beds, the monumental fountain and the seahorses
    20 minutes
  • Padrao dos Descobrimentos, Lisbon, Portugal
    We walk around and try to shed light on the the main icon of the 1940 exhibition, not forgetting the majestic wind rose that covers the pavement at its feet.
    20 minutes
  • Museu de Arte Popular, Lisbon, Portugal
    The Museum of Popular is a conundrum and a real oddity of Modernist Lisbon.
    10 minutes
  • Torre de Belem Garden, Lisbon, Portugal
    The other great monument of the Discoveries Age and the Restelo upper class neighborhood that developed after the 1940 Exhibition
    15 minutes
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
michaelsC9056LZ
12 May 2025
Luis was a really helpful guide. He wanited 15 mins over the time as we were late. The tour was very interesting and well worth the time spent.
Theodore H
25 Apr 2025
Luis was excellent. Very knowledgeable. Learned a lot about Portuguese culture and history. Highly recommend this tour.
J1309JAisabelled
24 Apr 2025
Très bon guide en français. Nous n'étions que 2 alors avons eu une visite privée. Le guide connaît bien l'histoire du quartier et du Portugal.
This tour in Lisbon is organized by Lisbon Art & Soul

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