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Belém Tower - Timings

Belém Tower reopened on 27 May 2026 after about a year of restoration, with the same hours every day it is open.

Days Open: Tuesday to Sunday

Opening Hours: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Last Entry: 5:00 PM

Closed: every Monday, plus January 1st, Easter Sunday, May 1st, June 13th and December 25th

Belém Tower - Planning Your Time

Timed slots: entry runs in half-hour slots of up to 60 visitors. The tower's director has said the wait should be no more than about 20 minutes.

Guided tour: tours start at 11:00 AM and last 2 hours, with tower entry included.

Last slot: last entry is at 5:00 PM, so a visit late in the afternoon leaves about half an hour inside.

Belém Tower: guided tour

Highlights

Explore the tower’s preserved chambers and hidden corners with a live guide.

Step out onto the terraces for views across the Tagus River.

Hear about the explorers and royal ambitions linked to the tower’s history.

Learn about the naval battles and royal history that helped shape Portugal’s identity.

Lisbon Card: Access up to 51 Attractions + Public Transport

Highlights

Enjoy free entry to 51 cultural and historical locations across Lisbon.

Benefit from unlimited rides on buses, the metro, trams, and elevators.

Take the renowned Tram 28 as part of your transport coverage.

Utilize train services from Lisbon to nearby destinations like Sintra and Cascais.

Access discounts at various venues and shopping spots throughout the city.

FAQs about Belém Tower Timings

What time does Belém Tower open and close?

Belém Tower is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Last entry is at 5:00 PM.

What time is last entry?

Last entry is at 5:00 PM, half an hour before the tower closes at 5:30 PM. Entry runs in timed slots, so the 5:00 PM slot is the last one of the day.

Is Belém Tower open on Mondays?

No. The tower is closed every Monday throughout the year.

On which holidays is the tower closed?

It closes on January 1st, Easter Sunday, May 1st, June 13th and December 25th. On every other day except Monday, it keeps its usual hours.

How do the timed entry slots work?

Visitors enter in half-hour slots, with up to 60 people per slot. The tower's director has said the wait should be no more than about 20 minutes.

What time does the guided tour start?

The guided tour starts at 11:00 AM and lasts 2 hours. Tower entry and a live guide are both included.

Was Belém Tower closed recently?

Yes. It closed for about a year of restoration and reopened on 27 May 2026.

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