Tours and Tickets to Experience Tagus River (Rio Tejo)
Tagus River (Rio Tejo)
The Tagus River is known as the Rio Tejo in Portuguese.
A walking and cycle path runs along the riverfront from downtown Lisbon to Belem, about 3 miles (5 kilometers) away.
There are numerous cafes and bars along the riverfront.
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While it’s free to stroll down to the Tagus River (Rio Tejo), plenty of affordable tours help you explore the local area. Self-guided audio tours start at €7 (roughly US$7), shared boat trips from €50 (US$52), private boat tours cost around €65 (US$68), and sunset sailing trips with tapas are from €90 (US$94).
You can take a boat tour on the Tagus River by booking a specific type of sailing excursion in advance, such as a shared boat tour, a private cruise, or one that includes food and drink experiences. Tours typically depart from docks near Cais do Sodré, Belém, and Commerce Square (Praça do Comércio).
Yes, there are several scenic viewpoints overlooking the Tagus River (Rio Tejo). These include Miradouro de Santa Luzia, with views of the Estrela Basilica; Miradouro da Rocha Conde de Óbidos, a great sunset-viewing spot; and Miradouro São Pedro de Alcântara, which offers views of Castelo de São Jorge and Lisbon Cathedral (Sé de Lisboa).
Yes, the Tagus River (Rio Tejo) is suitable for kayaking. Many travelers choose to explore the river on a guided kayaking adventure, which tend to include equipment. Alternatively, some travelers hire kayaks and go on an independent paddle. There are kayak rentals and boat hire companies near the river.
From central Lisbon neighborhoods such as Baixa, you can take a taxi to the Tagus River in around 15 minutes. Alternatively, you can travel by public transport and get a local bus such as the 732 bus from the R. Ouro stop to the R. Junqueira (Centro Congressos) stop a 10-minute walk from the river.