Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience
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Is Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience worth booking?
Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience is a 4-hour experience in Lisbon, Portugal, from $100 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (8)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $100 per person
Portugal maybe a small country, but the contribution to discover the world have been huge. It played a vital rule during Europe’s Age of Discovery’s and exploration between 15th and 18th centuries. The earthquake of 175
What you get
About this experience
Portugal maybe a small country, but the contribution to discover the world have been huge. It played a vital rule during Europe’s Age of Discovery’s and exploration between 15th and 18th centuries. The earthquake of 1755 devasted 85% of the city was destroyed more then 20.000 people dead on that day. Earth, Fire, Wind and Water contributed to the natural disaster 1st of November of 1755. Combine the chance of go on a tram ride, visit the most recent museum in Lisbon Quake & explore Two UNESCO World heritage sites, the monastery of jeronimos a unique portuguese gotic architectural style and the belem tower. The cherry on the top of the cake it will be a custard tart. Have the chance of seeing The ‘Discoveries Monument’, constructed in Belem during the 1960s as a memorial to Henry the Navigator. Explore the east side of Lisbon and the most historical neighborhood with a professional guide in four hours of pure knowledge.
What's included
Included
- Transport in tram
- Small Walking Tour showing some of the city’s viewpoints
- Certified Tour Guide
- Admission Quake Museum
- responsibility and personal accidents insurance
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Arco do Triunfo
First, meet the professional guide at Rossio square and be amazed with the famous buildings around the square. Then the guide will take you down Augusta Street to introduce you the this terrible accident that destroys the medieval Lisbon in 1755.
30 minutes here
Tram 28
Take a tram ride through Belém to see the beautiful architecture and historical sites
30 minutes here
Quake - Museu do Terramoto de Lisboa
Visit the new Quake Museum, which is dedicated to the 1755 earthquake that devastated Lisbon.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Belem
After that, visit the Pasteis de Belém, which is a famous pastry shop that is known for its custard tarts.
20 minutes here
Jeronimos Monastery
Then, visit the Jerónimos Monastery, 16th century monastery that is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Padrao Dos Descobrimentos
In between take the chance of taking a beautiful picture in front of the Discoveries statues here you going to know the names of the main navigators important in this period.
15 minutes here
Torre de Belem
Finally, visit the Belém Tower, which is a 16th century fortress that is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lisbon
down the triumphal arch of Augusta street
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Pentravel
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Afternoon in Belem
Luis is a wonderful guide! Saw lots of sites in Lisbon and the Belém area. Lots of walking… approximately 4miles.
Response from the operator: Hi Pamela, Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a real pleasure meeting you and your group and showing you around Belém. You're absolutely right—this experience does involve quite a bit of walking, around 4 miles (6–7 km). However, it's mostly flat and follows the beautiful riverside. As this is a tour dedicated to the Belém district, the walking allows guests to discover all of its most iconic landmarks, monuments, and hidden details at a relaxed pace. and have a moment to relax at the bakery to taste the custarts. Thank you again for choosing this experience. I hope you and your group have an amazing time in Porto and enjoy the rest of your trip in Portugal! It was a pleasure to be your guide. Warm regards, Luis
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Great afternoon in Belem!
Luis was a wonderful guide! He is very friendly and full of knowledge about Lisbon. He took us through several historical areas stopping to give us information along the way. Be aware that this tour does contain approximately 4 miles of walking.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind review! It was a real pleasure sharing Lisbon and Belém with you. You're absolutely right that this experience includes a good amount of walking, as it's the best way to truly discover the history and atmosphere of the district. That said, the tour is carefully balanced over the 4 hours. Halfway through, we take a well-deserved break at the famous Pastéis de Belém, where guests can relax and enjoy Portugal's most iconic pastry before continuing the experience. The second half of the tour offers a different pace, including a visit to the interactive Quake Museum, one of Lisbon's newest and most engaging attractions. Along the way, we also travel on public transport, adding a genuine local touch to the experience. My goal is to create a well-rounded journey that combines history, gastronomy, local life, and modern immersive experiences, making the tour enjoyable from beginning to end. Thank you again for choosing to explore Lisbon with me. I hope to welcome you back to Portugal in the future! Warm regards, Luis
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Our guide Luis was very...
Our guide Luis was very knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. It was very informative and the Pastel de Nata’s were the best in all of Portugal. The monastery was beautiful. The Quake museum was very well done and we really enjoyed it.
Response from the operator: Dear Mila, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a real pleasure sharing Belém with you. I'm delighted you enjoyed the experience and that the Pastéis de Belém became your favorite in Portugal! My goal with this tour is to create a well-balanced experience where guests can enjoy the city from different perspectives: traveling on public transport like a local, visiting one of Lisbon's most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites, tasting Portugal's most famous pastry, and finishing with the highly interactive Quake Museum, which brings one of the country's most important historical events to life in a unique way. Thank you again for choosing this experience. I hope to welcome you back to Portugal for another unforgettable adventure. Warm regards, Luis
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A super nice morning with knowledgeable guide
A fantastic guided tour with a very knowledgeable guide. We had a very nice morning. Nice historical places to experience. And Quake was a super nice and fun museum to experience, to get an idea of this tragic event. Well worth the money.
Response from the operator: Tack så mycket för din generösa kommentar. Det var ett sant nöje att dela denna morgon med dig och visa dig några av de platser och berättelser som gör Lissabon så speciell. På Pentravel Tour Guiding anser vi att varje besök ska vara mer än bara en rundtur – det ska vara en autentisk, intim och minnesvärd upplevelse – och det är mycket glädjande att veta att de kände det under rundturen. Jag är väldigt glad att veta att Quake – Lisbon Earthquake Centre var en höjdpunkt under besöket eftersom det, förutom att bidra till att bättre förstå en så viktig händelse i stadens historia, också är ett superinteraktivt museum som försöker beskriva hur museernas framtid kommer att se ut med ny teknik. Det ska vara ett stort nöje att välkomna dig tillbaka till Portugal så att vi kan fortsätta att upptäcka, lugnt och nyfiket, andra unika platser i vårt land. Vi ses snart!
via Viator (translated)
Luis Pena is great, but this tour is not.
Luis Pena is a knowledgeable and conscientious tour guide. We enjoyed the information that he shared with us, but we wouldn’t recommend this particular tour. The tram ride is most likely on a modern tram and was very crowded and long. Would have been better to just do a tour of Belém. The Quake Museum gives lots of information but overall was boring.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your feedback Keri. I’m glad you enjoyed the information shared during the tour, and I appreciate the opportunity to guide you and your husband it's truly a pleasure to be with you and guide you in this tour dedicate to the discoveries age and the earthquake of Lisbon. Regarding the tram, the historic ones no longer run to Belém. The city now uses modern trams because they offer more space and carry more passengers, which unfortunately makes the experience last autentic but more confortable and that´s the reason also that during busy times we take the uber sometimes. As for the Quake Museum, it is a new‑generation, highly interactive experience that uses advanced technology, simulations, and immersive rooms. This modern style is different from traditional museums, and that’s why the full experience takes about 1h30m to complete. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts. Your feedback helps me continue improving the experiences I offer with Pen Travel Tour Guiding.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
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Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lisbon.
How much does Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience cost?
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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lisbon usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lisbon is not rushed.
Is Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lisbon, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lisbon can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lisbon and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lisbon: Belém Private Tour with the Quake Museum Experience start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lisbon within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Lisbon?
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On Outty we rank every Lisbon experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Lisbon City Center Tour - The Unmissable Lisbon, Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience, True 4Hour Private Tuk Tuk Tour: Discover Lisbon with a Local!. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Lisbon?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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