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Historical Private Walking Tour of Lisbon

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3 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Overview

On this tour you explore the heart of the historic centre of Lisbon. By visiting the main squares and seeing the sites, seeing fabulous views from different viewpoints, exploring the oldest neighbourhood in Lisbon and one of the oldest in Europe - Alfama. Passing through the Comércio square and soaking in the view of the river right in front of it before finishing off in the iconic Chiado neighbourhood with the fancy boutique shops and historic cafés and passing by the Carmo square where the revolution ended with a final viewpoint from the Santa Justa elevator overlooking the city centre.

What's Included

  • Breakfast We stop at a local pastry where you can try the famous custard tarts known as "pastel de nata" and have a beverage.
  • Alcoholic beverages Part of the tour we offer you a local liquor called "Ginja"
  • Entrance to Sé Cathedral is not included - adults 5 euros, children from 7-12, 3 euros
  • Entrance to Santa Justa elevator is not included. 5,30 euros return trip
  • Entrance to Carmo convent is not included. Adults 7 euros, Seniors/students 5 euros
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Praça dos Restauradores
1250-096 Lisboa, Portugal

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End point

Largo do Carmo 13
1200-203 Lisboa, Portugal

The finishing point is at the Praça do Carmo (Carmo square), which is about 5 minutes away from the starting point and 3 minutes from the Pedro IV square.

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Praca Dos Restauradores

On this square there are several points of interest such as the restauradores obelisk, one of the oldest hotels in Lisbon, the calçateiros statue, the Gloria elevator and the Avenida da Liberdade
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Monumento A D. Pedro IV

The centre of Lisbon. Many interesting points visible from here such as Carmo convent, Maria II Theatre and the Castle of São Jorge.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Igreja de Sao Domingos

Another interesting point, with the São Domingos Church, the monument of the star of David and the oldest ginja shop.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Praca Da Figueira

The market square of Lisbon, with many iconic sites such as the statue of D. Jõao I, the Confeitaria Nacional and the "doll hospital".
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Miradouro Chao do Loureiro

A fantastic view point right below the Castle of São Jorge. Many sites are visible from here, including the Tejo river and the 25th of April Bridge. Bare in mind, walking from the previous point to here should take approximately 15 minutes.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Santo António

We make a short break here at this pastry shop to try one of the famous custard tarts and a beverage. Here you can see them making the custard tarts.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

Another striking view point from a different perspective just on the top of Alfama and some beautiful tile portraits.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Miradouro Das Portas Do Sol

From this view point you can see the Vasco da Gama bridge and the St. Vincent church.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Calcada da Amalia

A fantastic cobble mural of the late Amália Rodrigues, our most famous fado singer.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Alfama

Then we walk thought the oldest neighbourhood in Portugal, Alfama, exploring its narrow and winding streets.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lisbon Cathedral

The oldest Cathedral in Lisbon is an symbol of the city. Opposite it is also the Santo António church.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)

The biggest square of the Lisbon, right be the river. The grand entrance to the city coming from the river. Many points of interest here, such as the Rua Augusta Arch.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rua Augusta

A famous street linking Praça do Comércio to Pedro IV square.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chiado

One of the most emblematic neighbourhoods of Lisbon being a boutique and theatre hub. Many famous sites such as the oldest bookshop in the world, the Camões square, the Brasileira Café with the statue of Fernardo Pessoa.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Largo do Carmo

This historic square is where the carnation revolution took place with the end of the dictatorship. It also has some historic sites such as the Carmo convent and the Santa Justa elevator access.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • If you are very unfit I would advise against. Lisbon has 7 hills, you will be walking up and down for about 5 km.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Historical Private Walking Tour of Lisbon?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • BreakfastWe stop at a local pastry where you can try the famous custard tarts known as "pastel de nata" and have a beverage.
  • Alcoholic beveragesPart of the tour we offer you a local liquor called "Ginja"
  • Entrance to Sé Cathedral is not included - adults 5 euros, children from 7-12, 3 euros
  • Entrance to Santa Justa elevator is not included. 5,30 euros return trip
  • Entrance to Carmo convent is not included. Adults 7 euros, Seniors/students 5 euros
  • Entrance to Rua Augusta arch not included, 3 euros for adutls

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • If you are very unfit I would advise against. Lisbon has 7 hills, you will be walking up and down for about 5 km.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • It is possible to do the tour on a wheelchair or with a baby carriage, although there are areas with steps like in Alfama where you will have to carry the child/person.

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