3-Hour Second World War Refugees and Spies Walking Tour in Lisbon
Overview
Take a deep dive into the history of the war and the neutrality of Lisbon with our 3-hour walking tour. During the Second World War, Portugal was under the dictatorship of António Oliveira Salazar and remained neutral during the conflict. Between 1932 and 1945, the country, particularly Lisbon, received thousands of refugees looking to escape the war and Nazi persecution, waiting for a visa to leave Europe. During those years, Lisbon became the „waiting room" or sad paradise" for the refugees but was also one of the many stages of international espionage. Spies of different nationalities, including British, German, and American, roamed the city and its surroundings under the surveillance of the Portuguese political police. On this guided tour, we highlight the policy of the Estado Novo toward the refugees and glimpse the shadow of the various spies that crossed the city. Come with us and discover the fascinating role of Lisbon between refugees and spies during the Second world war.
What's Included
- Guide fee
- Snacks
Meeting Location
Pç do Marquês de Pombal 12
1250-162 Lisboa, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
1200-161 Lisbon
Portugal
We will end the tour nearby the river, close to the subway station and at a walking distance from the Timeout market.
What To Expect
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Marques Do Pombal
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Avenida da Liberdade
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Praca Dos Restauradores
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Estacao Do Rossio
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rua do Carmo
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cais do Sodre Train Station
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Chiado
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Praca Dom Pedro IV
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Guide fee.
- Snacks.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 3-Hour Second World War Refugees and Spies Walking Tour in Lisbon is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 3-Hour Second World War Refugees and Spies Walking Tour in Lisbon will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Guide fee
- Snacks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
