Our DIY Walking Tour of Belem, Lisbon, Portugal

To say that Belem is a historic district of Lisbon is sort of misleading since most of Lisbon’s districts are ‘historic’. Belém, Lisbon’s stunning riverside district, stands as a testament to Portugal’s Age of Discoveries. While every corner of Lisbon breathes history, Belém uniquely showcases Portugal’s maritime glory through its UNESCO World Heritage sites, world-class museums, and iconic landmarks. We crafted this walking route during our stay, and it’s become our favorite way to experience Portugal’s Age of Discoveries in one go.

When we first arrived in Belem, the tourist maps made it look overwhelming. But after several visits during our month-long stay in Portugal, we discovered the perfect route to hit all the highlights without getting lost or exhausted. This isn’t just another Belem walking tour - it’s the exact path we took, complete with our real-world tips and favorite discoveries along the way.

For the most part the route follows level, paved surfaces. However be aware that you cannot cross the freeway road wherever you please, Avenida Brasília and the Avenida India combine to make for a very wide, multilane, fenced off, heavily trafficked highway crossing, and crossing is controlled. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).