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Skip-the-Line Guided Tour of Jerónimos Monastery

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Explore one of Lisbon’s must-visit monuments, the Jerónimos Monastery, on this expert-guided tour with entry included.

Highlights

Skip the lines at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed monument on a 1.5-hour tour with an English-speaking guide.
Marvel at the monastery’s Manueline architecture and your guide will tell you of its history such as how it was donated to monks.
Wander through the 16th-century two-storied cloister, the former library, and visit the former monks’ refectory.
End your informative tour with the chance to take in stunning views of the River Tagus.
Fun Fact: The Jerónimos monastery was built to commemorate Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama's successful voyage to India.

Inclusions

1.5 hr tour of the Jerónimos Monastery
Skip-the-line entry to Jerónimos Monastery
English-speaking guide

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Guests from United States, France, Australia and over 13 countries have loved this experience

Helen

5/5

May, 2024

Lois, our tour guy is very professional and patient. He considers his customers requests as high priority. He has board knowledge about the history of the city and area, the best one we experienced with in Portugal. Headout is a great organizer at the same time. I will love to choose its service again. Thank you all to make our days in our vacation.

Linda

5/5

May, 2024

We loved our guide, Gustavo. He was personable, knowledgeable, and an excellent driver, which is definitely needed! We appreciated it the tour company reaching out to us as we were running very tight on time. Our Uber did not show up and we had to walk from our hotel.

Michelle

5/5

May, 2024

Our tour guide Ricky was such a treat! He was very knowledgeable and engaged during the entire tour. Highly recommended this company when visiting this place.

Connie

5/5

May, 2024

Cooltours Lisbon agency for a great job. We were the first group inside the monastery. Tour guide was passionate, knowledgeable and exceptional. No stress about waiting in lines. You can Google for their website and WhatsApp in advance before booking if uuu have questions. Headout can do a better job though. They advertise "refundable" in the webpage but the actual confirmation email says no refunds. Keep this in mind if you need flexible dates.

Noelia

5/5

Oct, 2023

Our guide was a delight, she explained everything great and showed us where to eat the best pastries in Belém. Paula was charming.

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Your Experience

Admire the Architecture of the Jerónimos Monastery

Learn about the historical tales of the monastery from your guide and admire its Manueline architecture. Designed by Diogo de Boitaca, the monument represents the era of the Renaissance. Inside the monastery, take in elaborate sculptural details and maritime motifs embedded on its walls.

Explore the Interiors of the Historic Cloister

Take a stroll through the cloister and savor the Manueline ornaments, the double arches, the pointed swirls, and the psychedelic ceilings. See engraved marine monsters, coral, rope reels, and other maritime themes on the corner columns. Discover the tales behind the cloisters from your guide.

Explore the Adjoining Rooms and Beyond

Visit the adjoining rooms and peek at a library that is centuries old. Explore a room that is devoted to the history of the monument. As you continue to walk with your guide, you’ll come across an intricately designed doorway that leads to Chapter House, the place which harbors the tomb of Alexandro Herculano, a famous Portuguese historian. Then, stop by the former monks' refectory, a space that contains beautiful 18th-century azulejos tiles portraying the Biblical story of Joseph. Finally, visit the ground to enjoy spectacular views over the River Tagus.

Know Before You Go

Important Information

While the tour is in English, the group can also request a Spanish-guided tour (subject to availability).
There is medium accessibility for guests with reduced mobility.
The lower level has wheelchair access though some sections are cobblestoned.
During the summer months, it is recommended to bring hats/caps to protect from the sun, and water for hydration due to high temperatures.
The Monastery is closed between 9:30am and 1pm on October 24th and December 5th.