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Lisbon Traditional Boats: Guided Sightseeing Cruise Highlighting City's Historic Landmarks
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384 Ratings
Lisboa
Experience the beauty of Lisbon's historic landmarks on a guided sightseeing cruise. Sail along the river and admire iconic sites such as Commerce Square, São Jorge Castle, and the Tower of Belem. Book now!
Duration:
1 hour, 45 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco) - The Praça do Comércio (English: Commerce Square) is a large, harbour-facing square in Portugal’s capital, Lisbon.
Facing, south, the Tagus (Tejo), the city square is still commonly known as Terreiro do Paço (Palace Yard), as hosted 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 (chief) Minister of Portugal from 1750 to 1777, during the reign of Dom José I, King of Portugal.
What's Included
- Live commentary on board
- Driver/Guide
- 105 minutes sightseeing river cruise in a 1947 traditional boat full of colors and hand-painted flowers
What's Not Included
- Transportation to/from attraction
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
During this guided boat tour, you’ll get to marvel at brilliant vistas of the historical city center from the river perspective. Highlights along the way include Commerce Square, São Jorge Castle, Alfama, National Pantheon, Santa Apolónia Station, Cacilhas, Christ the King, 25th of April Bridge, Tower of Belem, Discoveries Monument, MAAT, and Palace of Ajuda. The vessel utilized is a nostalgic 1947 sailboat with a limit of 50 passengers. It’s marked by its warm color palette decoration and a host of hand-crafted floral patterns. The journey lasts for 1 hour 45 minutes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code: Comfortable clothes
- Show up 15 minutes in advance
Location
Estação Ferroviária do Sul e Sueste
Avenida Infante Dom Henrique
Find the boat station "Sul e Sueste" next to Commerce Square.
Meeting point: inside the boat station, in front of our ticket office # 8 "Nosso Tejo"
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(384 Ratings)
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Caspanica
May 22, 2024
Boat ride with friends - Two hour afternoon tour...it was worth it, Marta excellent guide speaking perfect Italian...prepared and kind as was the staff...highly recommended
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Annemq3669ro
May 22, 2024
Real explorer experience. - Great trip unique views with a great guide, Mafalda who spoke in three languages. Her English was perfect. You can see all of the city from a different perspective and get a taste of what sailing in an old ship is like.
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Sakuntala_m
May 6, 2024
Great experience - Perfect amount of narration and leaving us to enjoy the scenery. Beautiful views and great to have the fado playing gently in the background. Well organised and helpful staff (very kind to assist my husband who has poor mobility)
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48nadinep
Apr 30, 2024
Stunning views on the Tejo - A cruise to remember on board this sailing ship!
It's very windy on the Tejo, but the sights are beautiful and you forget about being cold.
The town, Belem, the 25 April Bridge, the Christ Statue and the size of tankers and cruiseships, you will be amazed!
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Y1905nvcarinam
Mar 18, 2024
Simply amazing!!!! So fun and relaxing!!!! - The views were amazing because Lisbon is beautiful but im especially impressed by the guide and the team who were super nice!! I learned a lot whilst drinking good wine and having fun!! I recommend this to everyone that wants to experience traditional Portuguese culture
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Mih_lyh2024
Feb 6, 2024
Nice photo opportunity, good cruise - It was well planned, the boat arrived right on time. It was very comfortable, nice traditional construction. Good views of 25. Abril Bridge, Torre Belém and the city. This program is a must.
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Compass00725381752
Feb 5, 2024
Thanks - A fantastic adventure in the lives of 2 children, we will return to take a different route. Thank you very much
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Hugonnier_b
May 9, 2024
Good to do - We did't sink!
Comment in French and English, fresh water, good information, a lot of answers to my questions.
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Cynthia_m
Mar 23, 2024
Lovely Afternoon cruise - We took the 90 min afternoon cruise around the Lisbon waterfront and across the river to the other side. It was a wonderful way to end our last day in Lisbon to see all the sites we had already visited from the water! The announcer was also quite impressive speaking many languages so that everyone could geta bit of history
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Schoonerfame
Feb 22, 2024
Disappointed there was no sailing - We booked this trip for 2:30 on a Sunday. Saturday at 4:30 we were walking past the docks as the sunset sail was leaving. We could not see any sails bent. The boat did not set any sails as they went off down the river. I immediately went to the booth and asked to be issued a refund, if the boat would not be under sail. Since it was 22 hours before our sail and their policy is 24 hours, they refused.
This is advertised as a sailing charter. Look at the photos they post. If the vessel will not be under sail I think they are engaging in false advertising.
All that said, it was a pleasant motor up and down the river but I wouldn’t have booked a traditional sailboat just to be motored around.
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