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Family Tour: Essential Lisbon

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About this activity

This is a classic family tour of Lisbon - a perfect general tour to introduce you and your family to the historical sights, the best views and the main attractions of the city center. Around Baixa, Chiado, Bica and Bairro Alto, you are invited to discover some of the city symbols and the most relevant peculiarities of Lisbon and its history. This is one of the most popular tours for first-time family visitors to Lisbon. In a fun way, you and your kids will learn about the most important symbols of the city and biggest events in Lisbon’s history: the conquest of the city, the Discoveries, the big earthquake, 'Carnation Revolution', and the ones that have contributed to build the city which exists today. Your guide will also talk about the typical cobbled stone pavement and the ceramic tiles in a fun and engaging way.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Local guide
    • Private family walking tour
    • Snacks
    • Family and kids activities, including child-friendly explanation and information

    Not included

    • Hotel pickup ad drop-off
    • Food and drinks, unless specified

    Itinerary

    1. Rossio Square

      Start your tour in the famous Rossio Square

      15 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    2. Chiado

      Visit the heart of the city center.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    3. Bairro Alto

      Explore this neighborhood by doing a fun and surprising family challege: a scavenger hunt.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    4. Bica Funicular

      Ride the traditional cable car (Elevador da Bica).

      20 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    5. Time Out Market Lisboa

      Get to know the trendiest attration in Lisbon.

      15 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    6. Commerce Square

      After meeting your guide, explore one of the most beautiful squares in Europe.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    The starting point is in Praça Dom Pedro IV, also known as Rossio Square, in front of the National Theater, close to the water fountain on the northern side of the square. The closest subway stations are: Rossio (green line) and Restauradores (blue line).

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Drop-off

    • The nearest subway station is Terreiro do Paço (blue line).

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
    • A minimum of 4 people (2 adults + 2 children) per booking is required (or equivalent payment for smaller groups/families))
    • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
    • Although it is very interesting, the city pavement can become very irregular. Also, because the city has many sloped streets (Lisbon is known as the city of 7 hills), it might become a bit difficult for baby strollers and pushchairs. If you need to bring one, make sure it is a light, thin one. Baby carriers, back carriers or woven wraps & slings are a good option for babies and toddlers
    • Make sure you and the kids wear comfortable clothes and shoes. A coat or a sweater might be useful even in summer time, because it gets cold after sunset. In summertime, don't forget to bring a hat and sunglasses for all (Lisbon is known by its fantastic bright sunlight) and make sure you apply sunscreen before starting the tour. In winter or rainy weather, don't forget to bring a raincoat
    • The total distance walked will be 2,5 miles approximately, including a tram ride on the steepest hill of Bica, if available (please note that the waiting line for the tram can quite long, as the trams depart every 10/15 minutes with a maximum capacity of 22 passengers inside and also the tram may be closed due to unexpected technical issues without prior notice - in these cases the group wil walk down the hill).
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • Thank you for your booking! Please provide us the names and ages of the children, so that we can better prepare their fun & learning activities. Your guide will be wearing a cloth bag (with Little Lisbon logo).

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
    Supplied by
    Little Lisbon - Lisbon for Kids
    Product code
    14648P3

    Customer reviews

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