Lisbon Essential - Private Walking Tour

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Bairro Alto

   Discover one of Europe's most captivating and picturesque capitals, built on a series of hills and offering panoramic views from countless spots. You’ll explore the city for 3 hours with a knowledgeable local guide who will make sure that you have an interesting and fun experience. Your tour begins in the 5-centuries-old Bairro Alto, where you’ll learn about the evolution of the city. After the earthquake of 1755 this space attracted families from the Baixa and Bairro districts, who began the process of renewal.

   15 minutes•Admission free•See on map

2. 2

   Miradouro Sao Pedro de Alcantara

   Pass through the garden of São Pedro de Alcântara and enjoy stunning views of the Baixa and the south bank of the Tagus River

   15 minutes•Admission free•See on map

3. 3

   Church of São Roque

   Visit the church and museum of San Roque, built by the Jesuits. San Roque was one of the first Jesuit churches in Portugal and in fact, one of the first worldwide. The church has an austere façade, but an interior that features gilding, tiles, and paintings that make it a wonderful museum of Mannerist and Baroque style.

   20 minutes•Admission free•See on map

4. 4

   Carmo Convent

   Heading down the hill, you’ll come to the Carmo convent and church, fine examples of the city’s Gothic architecture. This is a site of historical importance as it was here that the Carnation Revolution began in 1974, putting an end to nearly 5 decades of dictatorship.

   20 minutes•Admission free•See on map

5. 5

   Santa Justa Lift

   A little further on, you’ll arrive at the Santa Justa elevator, an imposing monument built in the Gothic Revival style, that provides one of the best viewpoints in the city.

   15 minutes•Admission not included•See on map

6. 6

   Baixa District

   Coffee with pastry in a local café

   15 minutes•Admission included•See on map

7. 7

   Praça da Figueira

   You’ll see a number of attractions in Baixa, in the heart of the city. After a short break, you’ll take a ride on the tram, going up from the castle to the Portas do Sol.

   15 minutes•Admission included•See on map

8. 8

   Alfama

   At the Portas do Sol you’ll see the Monastery of São Vicente de Fora, the National Pantheon, and the Alfama district that spans several narrow streets to the River Tagus. Alfama is one of the oldest and most traditional neighborhoods of Lisbon, known for its fado houses, and the popular festivals of saints, particularly St. Anthony.

   20 minutes•Admission free•See on map

9. 9

   Lisbon Cathedral

   The tour ends at Lisbon Cathedral, built in 1150, 3 years after the city was taken back from the Moors. Over time it has been subject to various architectural changes, becoming a mixture of different styles.

   Admission free•See on map

Meeting point

For the tour with a Portuguese, French, Italian, Spanish and German-speaking guide, the meeting point is at Praça Luís de Camões. The guide will welcome all the participants at the square, behind the statue next to kiosk "Lisboa".

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Tour available in multiple languages, please select at time of booking
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
• If you want to do the tour alone you can but the value will be the same as for 2 people.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• • Departure times vary by season, please refer to tour option selected. If booking afternoon tour, departure is at 3pm Oct. 1 - March 31 and 5pm April 1 - Sept. 30. All morning tours run at 10am.

Cancellation and refunds

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