Sunset boat party Lisbon: DJ, open bar, river views

Dance on the water while Lisbon's landmarks light up at dusk

A two-hour sunset boat party on the Tejo River in Lisbon with a live DJ, open bar and views of the city's iconic sights. You board at Commerce Square, cruise past the 25th of April Bridge, Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries as the light turns golden, and dance or relax on deck while the DJ plays. The guide speaks English or Portuguese.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset boat party with city views

• Board boat at sunset
• Enjoy open bar drinks
• Listen to DJ music
• Pass by Commerce Square
• Pass by 25th of April Bridge
• Pass by Electricity Factory
• Pass by Belém Tower
• Pass by Monument to the Discoveries
• Pass by Jerónimos Monastery
• Relax and dance onboard

The experience

The boat leaves from Commerce Square, the waterfront plaza that faces the Tagus and once served as the ceremonial gateway to Lisbon. From there you cruise west along the river for two hours, passing under the 25th of April Bridge and past landmarks including Belém Tower, the Monument to the Discoveries, and the Jerónimos Monastery: all of them lit by the fading sun. The DJ animates the deck with music designed to keep the energy up without overwhelming conversation, and the open bar runs throughout: beer, wine, sangria and soft drinks are included.

You can dance, stand at the rail and watch the city recede, or find a quieter spot on deck. The boat has a restroom on board. A guide in English or Portuguese is there to point out the sights and answer questions. Arrive at the ticket booth 20–30 minutes before departure. As of August 1st, 2025, a €1.30 boarding tax applies at check-in. The experience is not recommended for children under 18 or for pregnant travelers.

What’s included

• Open bar with beer, white wine, sangria, soda and water.
• restroom on board.
• live DJ and guide in English or Portuguese.

Information

Lasts 2h, runs every day at 16:10, from € 35 per person, with a live guide in English and Portuguese and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 16:10Last departure this season: 31 Jan 2027

GroupUp to 430

Live guideEnglish and PortugueseOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Senior (100 and older) · Youth (13 to 16 years) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4)

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Pacifico Cruises Lisbon

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to dance and socialize on the water rather than at a stationary venue. The boat keeps moving past Lisbon's landmarks while a DJ and open bar set the pace for the evening.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 16 years); Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4).

What exactly is the open bar on this cruise?

Beer, white wine, sangria, soda and water are all included and available throughout the two hours on the water.

Can I see the Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries from the boat?

Yes. Belém Tower, a 16th-century fortification that once served as a gateway for Portuguese explorers, and the Monument to the Discoveries, built in 1960 to mark the fifth centenary of Prince Henry the Navigator, are both visible as you cruise west along the river at sunset.

What time does the boat leave, and how long does it take?

The cruise runs for two hours and departs in the evening to catch the sunset. Check your booking confirmation for the exact departure time for your date.