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Torre de Belem vs Jardim Zoologico
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.
Torre de Belem
Fodor's
Concierge
Lonely Planet
Let's Go
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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."
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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
Top Choice
"Jutting out onto the Rio Tejo, this World Heritage–listed fortress epitomises the Age of Discoveries."
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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."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The heart of monumental Manueline Lisbon, Belém overlooks the Tagus, and is now home to the Belém Cultural Centre."
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Jardim Zoologico
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
Fodor's
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."
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Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"Covering 26ha, Laranjeiras Park is both a zoo and public garden."
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Fodor's
"More than 370 species... the Zoological Garden is a popular spot with kids."
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