How to Get to Belém Tower (Lisbon) — Complete Guide
The Belém Tower is one of Lisbon’s most famous landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located on the riverfront in Belém, just a short walk from the Monument to the Discoveries and around 15–20 minutes from the Jerónimos Monastery.
This guide shows how to reach Belém Tower quickly and easily using public transport: Metro connections, CP trains, Carris buses and Carris Metropolitana services.
Use ONDEBUS to get to Belém Tower
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1. Tram 15E — the classic route to Belém
The 15E tram is the most popular way to reach Belém’s riverside area from central Lisbon.
- Typical origin: Cais do Sodré (Metro Green Line + Cascais Line trains)
- Recommended stop: Largo da Princesa
- Walking distance: 12–15 minutes along the riverfront
If the tram is crowded, get off at Belém – Jerónimos and walk along the Tagus river.
2. Carris buses to Belém
These urban Carris bus routes stop within walking distance of Belém Tower:
- 728 — Restelo ⇄ Portela
- 729 — Algés ⇄ Bairro Padre Cruz
- 714 — Praça da Figueira ⇄ Outurela
- 727 — Roma-Areeiro ⇄ Restelo
- 732 — Marquês de Pombal ⇄ Caselas
Get off at Belém – Jerónimos and walk around 15 minutes by the river.
3. Carris Metropolitana — ideal for visitors coming from outside Lisbon
If you’re travelling from Amadora, Oeiras or the Sintra/Cacém area, these suburban lines stop near central Belém:
- 1714 — Amadora ⇄ Belém
- 1715 — Mira Sintra ⇄ Belém
From Belém, simply walk along the river to reach the tower.
4. CP trains — Cascais Line
If you’re staying in Cascais, Estoril, Carcavelos, Oeiras or Paço de Arcos, the train is an excellent option.
- Get off at Algés station.
- Walk 15–20 minutes along the waterfront to Belém Tower.
5. Metro + connection
The Metro does not reach Belém directly, so a connection is needed:
- Cais do Sodré (Green Line) → 15E tram
- Terreiro do Paço (Blue Line) → 15E tram
- Marquês de Pombal → 732 bus
6. Walking between Belém’s main attractions
Belém Tower is located near several well-known landmarks:
- Monument to the Discoveries → Tower: 10–12 minutes
- Jerónimos Monastery → Tower: 15–20 minutes
- Pastéis de Belém → Tower: about 15 minutes
The riverside path is flat and perfect for sightseeing.
7. Best options for tourists
- 15E tram — fast, frequent and direct
- Cascais Line train — perfect for anyone staying along the coast
- Carris buses 714 / 728 / 732 — reliable alternatives
8. Recommended tickets
- Zapping — flexible and economical
- 24h ticket — great value for exploring Belém
- Navegante pass — best for longer stays
- Tap&Ride — useful when you don’t have a loaded card
Ready to visit Belém Tower?
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