Jardim ZoologicovsTorre de Belem
Both are praised by travel writers. Overall, Torre de Belem ranks significantly better than Lisbon Zoo. Torre de Belem is ranked #3 in Lisbon with endorsements from 7 reviews such as Concierge, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Jardim Zoologico
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Estrada de Benfica 158-160, Sete Rios, 1500, Lisbon, Portugal
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Frommer's "A collection of some 2,000 animals, occupies a flower-filled setting." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Covering 26ha, Laranjeiras Park is both a zoo and public garden." Full review
Fodor's "More than 370 species... the Zoological Garden is a popular spot with kids." Full review
Torre de Belem Fodor's
Concierge
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Avenida Brasilia, Lisbon 1400-038, Portugal
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Fodor's "The openwork balconies and domed turrets of the fanciful Belém Tower make it perhaps the country's purest Manueline structure." Full review
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Climb the steps for a bird's-eye view of river and city.
Concierge "This western waterfront neighborhood beckons... museums abound, and the planetarium is a kid-favorite."
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The star of the neighborhood is the Manueline church and cloisters
Lonely Planet "Jutting out onto the Rio Tejo, this World Heritage–listed fortress epitomises the Age of Discoveries." Full review
Let's Go "Portugal’s most famous tower has risen out of the water (except at low tide, when it’s connected to the shore by a narrow, sandy isthmus) from the banks of the Tejo for nearly 500 years." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The heart of monumental Manueline Lisbon, Belém overlooks the Tagus, and is now home to the Belém Cultural Centre." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The tower was originally built in 1519 in the middle of the Tagus to defend the Hieronymite monastery and to serve as a lighthouse." Full review
Atlas Obscura "A king's pet, a pope's gift, an artist's inspiration, and a tragic shipwreck. " Full review
The Telegraph "A symbol of maritime Lisbon, this Byzantine and Gothic tower stands out over the mouth of the Tejo, guarding the entrance to the city’s harbour." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A postcard-perfect example of Manueline might, the four-story, UNESCO World Heritage–listed fortified tower hugging the river Tejo was designed in the early 16th century by Francisco de Arruda." Full review
U.S. News & World Report8.0
"The Manueline structure serves as a monument to that heyday and was named a UNESCO World Heritage site along with the nearby Monastery of Jeronimos. Visitors can go inside and explore the interiors." Full review
