Combo: Jerónimos Monastery Tickets + Hippotrip Amphibious Sightseeing Tour

Your experience

Getting started

Make your way to Doca de Santo Amaro, hop aboard the bright yellow Hippotrip, and settle in for a breezy 90-minute spin across Lisbon’s streets and the Tagus River.

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

What to expect

Roll past Lisbon’s waterfront landmarks and lively central neighborhoods before the vehicle glides straight into the Tagus River near Belém with a crowd-pleasing splash.

Features

• Live commentary in English and Portuguese packed with local stories, quirky facts, and handy Lisbon insights along the way.

• Catch river-level and street-side views of Belém Tower, the Discoveries Monument, the 25 de Abril Bridge, and the towering Cristo Rei statue.

• Travel in a fully enclosed amphibious vehicle equipped with life jackets, making the journey smooth, safe, and surprisingly comfortable.

Jerónimos Monastery

What to expect

Jerónimos Monastery is one of Lisbon’s most celebrated landmarks, famed for its elaborate Manueline architecture, soaring cloisters, and centuries-old maritime history. Built in the 16th century near the Tagus River in Belém, this UNESCO-listed monastery is closely tied to Portugal’s Age of Discoveries and explorer Vasco da Gama’s voyages.

Features

• Admire the monastery’s Manueline architecture, where maritime motifs, intricate stone carvings, and elaborate details cover nearly every surface.

• Stroll through peaceful cloisters and the church of Santa Maria de Belém, known for soaring interiors, elegant arches, and remarkable craftsmanship.

• Take time to wander the monastery gardens and explore Belém’s historic riverside streets, pastry shops, and landmark-filled corners independently.