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Tickets to Frigate D. Fernando II e Glória

Lisbon

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Overview

Want to climb aboard one of the oldest warships in the world? This is your chance to learn all about the Dom Fernando II e Glória Frigate and its role in the Portuguese Navy.

Highlights

  • Walk around Dom Fernando II e Glória, the last wooden sailing ship of the Portuguese Navy, docked along the Tagus River.
  • English and Portuguese descriptions will provide insights on this historic vessel as you guide yourself through its hull, captain’s room, masts and cannons.
  • Learn of its role in connecting Asia to Europe in the 19th century, as well as its journey from complete breakdown to reconstruction.
  • Fun Fact: During its years in service, the ship has traveled over 100,000 nautical miles, the equivalent of 5 trips around the world!

Inclusions

  • Entry to Frigate D. Fernando II e Glória

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your Experience

Dry docked along the Tagus River is the Frigate D. Fernando II e Glória, one of colonial Portugal’s most important ships. From bow to stern and upper to holding deck, you will get to explore this marvelous construction that has taken on great waves. Learn strange and exciting things about life at sea with English and Portuguese descriptions available throughout. Satisfy all your curiosities as you understand what it was to be a crew member on the last sailing ship of the Portuguese Navy that connected Europe and Asia.

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