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Belém Tower

Lisbon, Portugal

History

A small 16th-century fortress on the Tagus that guarded the harbour entrance, now a symbol of the Age of Discoveries. The riverside path leads to the Monument to the Discoveries; parking along the avenue.

Nearest town
Lisbon, Portugal
Category
History & culture
GPS
38.6916, -9.2160

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Portugal: Electronic tolls by number plate. Some motorways only have electronic tolls; register your plate or rent a transponder. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Lisboa CampingCampsite
    4 km from Belém Tower
    TentsCaravansWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Parque de Campismo INATEL da CaparicaCampsite
    5 km from Belém Tower
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Orbitur Costa da CaparicaCampsite
    5 km from Belém Tower
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Fábrica do Braço de PrataMotorhome stopover
    12 km from Belém Tower
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    OSMAdd to trip
  • Montijo GardenMotorhome stopover
    22 km from Belém Tower
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  • Orbitur GuinchoCampsite
    22 km from Belém Tower
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All campsites in Portugal · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Belém Tower?

Belém Tower is in Lisbon, Portugal, at GPS 38.6916, -9.2160. It is about 18 km from Cascais.

Can you camp near Belém Tower?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Lisboa Camping, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 25 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Belém Tower?

Belém Tower is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lisbon to Sintra along the Cascais coast.

What is there to see near Belém Tower?

Places worth a stop nearby: Jerónimos Monastery (1 km), Cristo Rei (4 km), Palácio da Pena (19 km) and Boca do Inferno (19 km).

When is the best time to visit Belém Tower?

The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)