We didn't get to go in, we'd booked a timed ticket for 12pm and when we arrived just before our time slot we were advised they don't honour the time slots and you just have to get in queue with everyone else. Waiting in a queue with a 3 year old in full sun for a 2 hour wait wasn't going to happen and I would never have booked the advanced tickets if I'd had known they wouldn't honour the timings. So just be prepared to wait. Beautiful from the outside and a shame we didn't get to go inside.

Belém Tower can be done in one of two ways. You can swing by for a view from the outside. This option is free of charge, does not require waiting in line, and allows for a few insta worthy pictures. Honestly, that’s no fun and admission was only around 8 euros. If you opt for tickets, as I did, I recommend you come early as the queue grows over the day - especially on a Saturday. They meter folks in amazingly well. The self guided tour will take you 30-45 minutes and allow for more great photos, including across the water. The tower itself is 4 floors, each floor only includes a room or two. I’ll stop short of calling it a must, however, it is highly recommended.

A very historical and beautiful tower.. a very beautiful photo opportunity both inside and outside. The views are outstanding on all sides. The tower upper most deck is closed. People are only allowed up to the 2nd floor. A must place to see in Lisbon.

Decided to go by bus! What a nightmare! Queued for an hour or so in Lisbon and had to stand for much of the journey on a packed bus. The return by train was very easy and comfortable, and just as cheap. We walked to the tower, which was pretty but busy. The botanic gardens were much more peaceful with lots of tame peafowl and we had an interesting tuk- tuk ride between the tower and the gardens Probably worth the effort to travel from Lisbon centre.

One of Lisbon’s most iconic landmarks, this is a must see. Easy to get to by train, tram or bus from the centre. Go early before it opens for pictures uncrowded by other tourists. The inside isn’t that great and slightly disappointing after the outside

We took a day trip to Belem to visit Padrao dos Descobrimentos and Belem tower. If you only have limited time in Lisbon, I would skip making a trip out here. To me, there are much more interesting things to see in Lisbon. However, if you have time, make the trip out here for a nice walk and to snap some photos of the tower. We did not go in (I read it wasn’t worth it), so just took some photos and moved on.

Pretty essy to get to. 30mins by bus, tram, train from the city center. Monastery, imperio garden and Henry the Navigator mounment nearby on the bay too. Lots to see all within walking distance.

A wonderful location. So dramatic. The coastline in Lisbon is a fantastic promenade but the 16th century fortification located at what seems the farthest point is a must to visit. The incredible exterior detail and the ornate decoration is phenomenal. It is a sight to behold. I did not buy a ticket to go inside due to the long queue. Perhaps get there early. As the tide was out you could walk on to the sand past the queue. Lots of jelly fish but a good place to take pictures. A great point to stop at admire the magnificent fort and enjoy a walk back to the main part of town.

Visiting the Tower of Belém was part of the package I purchased with a tour of Jerónimos Monastery. It's situated at a prime location right by the river, and the walk from the monastery was bright, sunny, and beautiful. I didn't go inside to check out the tower because 1. the line was heinous, and 2. my tour guide, the very energetic and friendly Mario, said there wasn't anything inside worth looking at, a bunch of cannons, but no paintings, sculptures or tapestries. Instead, we (myself, Mario, and four other tourists) sat by the river and enjoyed a leisurely conversation before making our way to the next stop on the tour. It's a cool sight, but you wouldn't spend an hour here, unless you're eating or plan to sit down and people watch.

A place you should see even if you only have a short time. A nice spot to watch the sunset. But something wrong. İts about railway. Railway station is a little bit far away. So you should will plan the your journey before to go.