Lisbon: Mystical and Hidden Belém: The Secret of the Navigators and the Order of Christ - self guided tour
About this activity
- Audio tour
- Yes
- Audio language
- English
- Route length
- 1.5 kilometers (1mile)
- Instant confirmation
- Yes
- Duration
- 1h 30min
Instant access on your smartphone
After purchase, open the tour from the link we send you. No app is required.
Explore at your pace
Start, pause, and continue the tour whenever you like.
Online or offline
Listen online in your browser or download the tour and tickets in the WeGoTrip app for offline access.
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Hosted by Monica
- You'll receive a self-guided audio tour right after booking
- •Discover the alchemical secrets and the hidden trail of the Knights Templar into the stone of the Jerónimos Monastery
- •Explore the other side of official history, delving into legends of sea monsters, the terror of the Mare Tenebroum
- •Learn about the true nature of maritime voyages, combining the faith of the Order of Christ with the isolation
- •Hear about the human sacrifice of the sailors the quarantines at Trafaria
- •Admire the imposing architecture and the mysteries surrounding the Belém Tower as the last bastion
What if I told you that the famous Jerónimos Monastery isn’t just a monument to the Age of Discovery, but a massive stone book encoded with medieval secrets?
While millions of tourists stroll through Belém looking only for a photo and a traditional pastry, this self-guided audio tour invites you to step through the looking glass. Put on your headphones and delve into the secret traces of the Order of Christ—the mysterious heirs of the Knights Templar in Portugal—who financed and protected the caravels that changed the world.
Throughout this self-guided walk, you’ll discover alchemical symbols hidden in the facades, the true spiritual burden the sailors carried as they ventured into the unknown, and the stories of power and mysticism that official history failed to tell.
Follow the map, listen to the clues at your own pace, and discover the hidden face of Lisbon.
What's included
- Downloadable multimedia audio tour on WeGoTrip app
- Templar secrets and alchemy, legends of the dark sea, hidden history and mysteries
- Earphones — please bring your own
- Tickets to the monuments
- Food and drinks
Cancellation policies vary according to activity type. Please check the conditions of your required activity Self-guided audio tour.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need the internet during the tour?
No. Download the tour in the WeGoTrip app in advance — it then works fully offline.
Do I need an app?
Yes. After purchase you get a link to download the free WeGoTrip app, where you take the tour.
What language is the audio guide in?
The audio guide is available in English.
How long does the tour take?
The tour takes about 1h 30min.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes. The self-guided format lets you go at your own pace, which works well for families.
Can I cancel my purchase?
Contact WeGoTrip support — refund conditions depend on the specific ticket.