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• Closing of the France-Portugal Season

On the occasion of the closing of the France-Portugal 2022 Season, the Monumental Tour presented an unique concert in the historic City Hall of Lisbon.

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To celebrate the end of the Portugal-France 2022 Season, the Monumental Tour presents, in collaboration with the Institute of France and the City of Lisbon a unique show in front of the historical façade of the Lisbon City Hall a highly symbolic place that saw the proclamation of the Portuguese Republic in 1910.

More than 5,000 people of all generations, including the French Minister of Culture Rima Abdul Malak and the Mayor of Lisbon Carlos Moedas, gathered for a night that will be remembered in the city.

For the occasion, Michael Canitrot invited the Portuguese DJs Xinobi and Diana Oliveira, as well as visual artist Vanessa Teodoro.

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Monument to the Discoveries in Lisbon

At 52 meters (170 feet) tall, Lisbon's Monument to the Discoveries  commemorates the five hundredth anniversary of the death of Henry the Navigator , who discovered the Azores, Madeira, and Cape Verde.

The Padrão dos Descobrimentos (Monument to the Discoveries) stands 170 Ft (52 m) tall. This stunning monument was designed to commemorate the Age of Discoveries in Portugal . It was inaugurated in 1960, on the fifth centenary of one of the country’s great discoverers, Prince Henry the Navigator , who discovered the Azores, Madeira, and Cape Verde.

The tribute is located on the coast of Belém, near Lisbon, and is also very close to other important sights like Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery .

The Monument to the Discoveries is made up of a group of sculptures that represent the prow of a caravel (a small sailing ship constructed by the Portuguese to explore the Atlantic Ocean). Leading the ship is Prince Henry the Navigator and behind him are many other great Portuguese discoverers.

The monument’s observation deck

If you would like to see Belém from above , we recommend you visit the observation deck on the top of the Padrão dos Descobrimentos. If you don't like climbing stairs, there's still no excuse not to go since there's also an elevator that can take you to the top.

The views of the monument and the city’s western neighborhoods are impressive, but the most beautiful view is a marble mosaic at the foot of the Monument that represents a compass, with a world map in the center.

The compass was designed by Cristino da Silva and is 164 Ft (50m) in diameter . It was given to Portugal by the Republic of South Africa.

Coast of Belém , very close to the Belém Tower.

October - February: Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 6pm . Mondays: closed March - September: Every day from 10am to 7pm. Closed: 1 January, 1 May, 25 December

Adult: € 6 ( US$ 6.50) Youth Card: € 3 ( US$ 3.20) Seniors (over 65 years old): € 5 ( US$ 5.40) Children (less than 12 years old): free entrance Lisboa Card : 30% discount.

Tram : line 15. Bus : 28, 714, 728, 729 and 751. Train: Belem , Cascáis Line.

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Archaeology Museum (428 m) Jerónimos Monastery (449 m) National Coach Museum (681 m) Belém (842 m) Belém Tower in Lisbon (919 m)

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Things to do in Lisbon: tours and attractions

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Lisbon Oceanarium entrance tickets

Book your Lisbon Oceanarium entrance tickets and visit the world's largest saltwater Oceanarium.

Lisboa Card for 24h, 48h or 72h

Buy your Lisboa Card and get access to 39 museums, monuments, and places of interest in Lisbon. Plus, free transportation around the city.

All in one in Lisbon bus, tram and boat

Explore and discover Lisbon with an all in one tickets experience for bus, tram and boats. Book now with Musement!

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Nat Geo Day Tour: Oceanario Odyssey, A Behind-the-Scenes Experience

Get behind-the-scenes access to Lisbon's Oceanário on this National Geographic tour, led by a marine educator and enjoy traditional snacks paired with local wine.

Nat Geo Day Tour: Crafting Lisbon’s Culinary Heritage

Join a culinary experience that combines a visit to a hidden chef's market, a hands-on cooking class, and cultural insights in Lisbon.

Belém and Modern Lisbon bus hop-on hop-off combined tickets

Admire the Oceanarium, discover Lisbon on board of a panoramic bus and learn about the secular history of Portugal.

Calouste Gulbenkian Museum skip-the-line tickets

Buy your skip-the-line tickets to the Gulbenkian Museum and discover 5.000 years of history through a rich collection ranging from antiquities to decorative arts.

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Telecabine Lisboa skip the line tickets

Book your Lisbon Nations Park Gondola Lift tickets and soar through the sky on a cable car. Journey over 1230 meters and up to 30 meters high to admire panoramic views of the area from above.

Rua Augusta Arch entrance tickets

Climb up one of Lisbon's iconic buildings for a unique view of the city. Open to the public since 9 August 2013, the Arch leaves Lisbon at your feet, literally.

Entrance tickets for Fado in Chiado Live show in Lisbon

Book your tickets for Fado in Chiado Live Show in Lisbon! Discover the soul of Lisbon through a traditional Fado show featuring a singer and two musicians!

Calouste Gulbenkian Museum skip-the-line tickets with Lisbon audio guide

Discover a collection of works covering 5.000 years of history, admire the jewels of the famous artist René Lalique and learn interesting stories about Lisbon.

Lisbon Oceanarium entrance tickets with Lisbon city audioguide

Discover more than 500 marine species, admire the sharks and rays and learn about the history of Lisbon.

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Experiences in lisbon, introducing lisbon.

A city with a nostalgic charm, to be experienced and savored slowly. This is Lisbon, Portugal's capital, a city rich in history, classical art and wonderful examples of architecture in Manueline style (Portuguese late Gothic) and Baroque. Center for the production of the moving music of Fado, Lisbon is also famous for its "azulejos", architectural ceramic decorations of Arabic origin.

Built on seven hills and overlooking the Tagus River and the Atlantic Ocean, Lisbon welcomes its many visitors with the warmth of its people and the quality of its dishes, especially seafood. Characteristic of its steep neighborhoods are the low-rise buildings in pastel shades, alternating with bell towers and domes.

The heart of the old town is the flat Baixa district. Perched on the highest hill of the city there is Saint George's Castle, built by the Visigoths in the fifth century and later converted into a royal residence by the Moors. Nearby there is the small medieval district of Santa Cruz, the oldest and most picturesque village of Lisbon. Tourists should also visit the Sé Patriarchal Cathedral and the impressive Monastery of São Vicente de Fora, with its numerous cloisters. Do not miss the chance to take a picture from the romantic terrace of Miradouro de Santa Luzia. Also worth seeing is Belém, an ancient fishing village full of art. The center of the nightlife is Bairro Alto with its trendy bars, old popular neighborhood, meeting point for African immigrants and artists.

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Get acquainted with the highlights of the beautiful city of Lisbon and stop for photos at some of its most iconic landmarks. Drive to the historical Belem quarter by the river Tagus and stop for photos at the Monument of Discoveries and the Tower of Belem. The area is closely linked to the era of discoveries when the Portuguese navigators sailed in search of new lands. Drive to the Jeronimos Monastery and from the outside, admire this impressive building, representative of the Golden Age of the Portuguese Discoveries.

Continue on to Alfama where you’ll visit the Lisbon Cathedral -its construction started in 1147 when the city was reconquered from the Moors, by the first king of Portugal. Follow your guide for a walk through this area and immerse yourself in the architecture, sounds and aromas of old Lisbon. It is the oldest and most fascinating area of the city.

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