Hippo Tours Lisbon Tickets

Lisbon's heritage & thrill-seeking sides in one buy! Visit Jerónimos’ sacred Manueline cloisters, then splash into a Hippotrip river ride.

• What you get at Jerónimos Monastery: Entry to the UNESCO World Heritage monastery, where you can explore the Manueline cloisters and the church of Santa Maria de Belém at your own pace.
• What you get on Hippotrip: A 90-minute non-stop amphibious sightseeing tour from Doca de Santo Amaro, with live English and Portuguese commentary as you traverse city streets and sail the Tagus River.
• Why this combo works: Experience Lisbon's depth and delight in one itinerary. Jerónimos Monastery grounds you in Portugal's maritime heritage and Manueline artistry, while Hippotrip launches you into a playful land-and-water adventure past the same Belém landmarks you just explored.

Inclusions #

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• 90-minute non-stop amphibious sightseeing tour

• Live commentary in English and Portuguese

• Life jackets onboard

Jerónimos Monastery

• Entry to Jerónimos Monastery

What to bring

Jerónimos Monastery

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, and a hat, water, and sunscreen are useful if you're visiting in the summer.

What's not allowed

Jerónimos Monastery

• The monastery follows a strict dress code. Off-shoulder clothing, dresses, and knee-high shorts are not recommended.
• Food and drinks are not allowed inside the monastery.
• Photography with flash is not allowed inside the church.

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• Food and beverages, large bags, and luggage are not allowed on the experience.
• Children under 2 years old are not permitted on the tour for safety reasons.

Accessibility

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• The vehicle is not suitable for people with reduced mobility; boarding involves climbing several steps, and there is no lift.

Jerónimos Monastery

• The monastery is partially accessible to visitors with reduced mobility.

Additional information

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• Arrive at Doca de Santo Amaro 15–20 minutes before departure so boarding can begin on time.
• The tour lasts about 90 minutes with no stops; you remain on board for the full circuit.
• An adult must accompany children aged 2 to 16 years throughout the experience.
• Hippotrip commentary is live in Portuguese and English with the guide alternating between languages, rather than using recorded audio headsets.
• Tours may be adjusted or canceled if river or weather conditions affect amphibious operations.

Jerónimos Monastery

• Be respectful of the religious nature of the monastery during your visit.
• The church is a part of Jerónimos Monastery and offers free entry, but you must join a separate line to enter.
• The monastery is a crowd-puller, and wait times can stretch to 2 hours during peak hours. Plan smart: arrive early and book tickets online in advance.
• Entry is free for Portuguese residents on Sundays and public holidays, which often leads to larger crowds. If possible, plan your visit on another day.
• The Jerónimos Monastery remains closed on Monday, 1st January, Easter Sunday, 1st May, and 25th December.

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• Departure:
  • From Oct to March: 10am, 12pm, 2:10pm, 4:10pm from Hippotrip, Doca de Santo Amaro
  • From Apr to Sept: 10am, 12pm, 2:10pm, 4:10pm, 6:15pm from Hippotrip, Doca de Santo Amaro
  • Weekends & summers: Additional tours at 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm/7pm from Hippotrip, Doca de Santo Amaro
• Frequency: once every 2 hours
• Duration: 90 minutes

Inclusions #

• 90-minute non-stop amphibious sightseeing tour

• Live commentary in English and Portuguese

• Life jackets onboard

Exclusions #

• Hop-on Hop-off service

What’s not allowed

• Food & beverages are not allowed on this experience.
• Large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
• Children under 2 are not allowed on the tour for safety reasons.

Accessibility

• The vehicle is not suitable for people with reduced mobility; boarding involves climbing several steps without a lift.

Additional information

• Arrive at Doca de Santo Amaro at least 15 to 20 minutes before your chosen departure, so boarding can start on time.
• The tour lasts about 90 minutes and does not include stops; you remain on board for the full circuit.
• Children 2 to 16 years must be accompanied by an adult throughout the experience.
• Commentary is live in Portuguese and English; the guide alternates languages rather than using recorded audio headsets.
• Tours operate most days of the year, but may be adjusted or canceled if river or weather conditions affect amphibious operations.

Lisbon Hop-on Hop-off bus tour Please click here for the detailed boarding points and timetable. You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Belém (Red Line)

• First bus: 9:30am from Marquês de Pombal
• Last bus: 6pm from Marquês de Pombal
• Frequency: Every 30 minutes
• Popular stops: Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology

Oriente (Blue Line)

• First bus: 9:15 am from Marquês de Pombal
• Last bus: 6pm from Marquês de Pombal
• Frequency: Every 45 minutes
• Popular stops: Oceanário, Vasco da Gama Tower, Museu do Azulejo

Castle (Green Line)

• First bus: 9:30am from Marquês de Pombal
• Last bus: 6pm from Marquês de Pombal
• Frequency: Every 20 minutes
• Popular stops: São Jorge Castle, Miradouro da Graça, National Pantheon

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• Departure:
  • From Oct to March: 10am, 12pm, 2:10pm, 4:10pm from Hippotrip, Doca de Santo Amaro
  • From Apr to Sept: 10am, 12pm, 2:10pm, 4:10pm, 6:15pm from Hippotrip, Doca de Santo Amaro
  • Weekends & summers: Additional tours at 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm/7pm from Hippotrip, Doca de Santo Amaro
• Frequency: once every 2 hours
• Duration: 90 minutes

Inclusions #

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• 90-minute non-stop amphibious sightseeing tour (near stop #16 Docas on Belém Line)

• Live commentary in English and Portuguese

• Life jackets onboard

Lisbon Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

• 24-hour unlimited Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

• Access to Belém (Red), Oriente (Blue), and Uptown (Purple) Lines

• Audio guide in Portuguese, Portuguese (Brasil), Spanish, English, French, Italian, German, Chinese, Dutch, Arabic, Polish, Greek, Japanese, Russian & Korean

• Children’s audio for children in Portuguese and English (only on the Belém Line)

• 2 audio-guided walking tours

• Discounts with local partners (See here)

• Mobile app with a detailed map

What’s not allowed

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• Food & beverages are not allowed on this experience.
• Large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.
• Children under 2 are not allowed on the tour for safety reasons.

Accessibility

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• The vehicle is not suitable for people with reduced mobility; boarding involves climbing several steps without a lift.

Lisbon Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

• This experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible; use the lower deck and ramps where available.

Additional information

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• The tour lasts about 90 minutes and does not include stops; you remain on board for the full circuit.
• An adult must accompany children aged 2 to 16 years throughout the experience.
• Tours operate most days of the year, but may be adjusted or canceled if river or weather conditions affect amphibious operations.

Lisbon Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

• The bus itinerary and audio guide may change or fall briefly out of sync due to traffic, diversions, or city repairs.
• Children under 6 years can travel free on buses when accompanied by a paying adult.

Pair legendary hilltop views from São Jorge Castle with an amphibious Hippotrip on the Tagus, with this budget combo.

• What you get on Hippotrip: A 90-minute non-stop amphibious sightseeing tour from Doca de Santo Amaro, with live English and Portuguese commentary as you traverse city streets and sail the Tagus River.
• What you get at São Jorge Castle: Entry to the hilltop fortress where you can walk the medieval walls and towers and take in wide views across Lisbon and the river at your own pace.
• Why this combo works: A road-and-river overview of Lisbon’s neighborhoods, then a skyline view of what you saw from the water with real viewpoints from the castle, turns two classic experiences into one coherent city story.

Inclusions #

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• 90-minute non-stop amphibious sightseeing tour

• Live commentary in English and Portuguese

• Life jackets onboard

São Jorge Castle

• Entry to São Jorge Castle

What to bring

São Jorge Castle

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as paths and stairs can be uneven, and a hat, sunscreen, and water are useful in warmer months.

What’s not allowed

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• Food and beverages, large bags, and luggage are not allowed on the experience.
• Children under 2 years old are not permitted on the tour for safety reasons.

São Jorge Castle

• Food and drinks (except water), pets, and alcohol are not allowed on the castle grounds.

Accessibility

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• The vehicle is not suitable for people with reduced mobility; boarding involves climbing several steps, and there is no lift.

São Jorge Castle

• Due to steep stairs and the historic layout, some areas are not suitable for visitors with mobility challenges, and wheelchair access is limited.

Additional information

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

• Arrive at Doca de Santo Amaro 15–20 minutes before departure so boarding can begin on time.
• The tour lasts about 90 minutes with no stops; you remain on board for the full circuit.
• An adult must accompany children 2 to 16 years throughout the experience.
• Hippotrip commentary is live in Portuguese and English with the guide alternating between languages, rather than using recorded audio headsets.
• Tours may be adjusted or canceled if river or weather conditions affect amphibious operations.

São Jorge Castle

• Early visits can be quieter, and the last entry is 30 minutes before closing time; check local hours if you are visiting in a specific season.
• The castle is closed on January 1, May 1, Dec 24, and 25.