Lisbon Essential - Private Walking Tour
Description
Would you like to get to know behind-the-scenes of Lisbon? The walking tours reveal Lisbon’s history along with the best sightseeing locations, whilst giving stories and practical tips to provide everyone with a unique experience. Learn about the most important facts (history, architecture, gastronomy…) in the heart of the ancient city. Our local guide will also provide tips about shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Enjoy a tram ride as well as coffee with pastry in a local café. All included in the tour! The tour will take you to the following areas: Chiado | Bairro Alto | Baixa Pombalina | Alfama
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Itinerary
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.
Pass through the garden of São Pedro de Alcântara and enjoy stunning views of the Baixa and the south bank of the Tagus River
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.
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.
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.
Coffee with pastry in a local café
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.
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.
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.
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Important Information
- 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.
Reviews(7)
This was one of the best city tours we have taken, and, it was actually private! Our guide, Beatrice, was exceptional! The tour was 3.5 hours and included many of the major sites in the city: tram 28 (they paid), Alfama, Placa Comercio, Rossio square, shopping districts, other historic sites and 2 beautiful viewpoints. Our guide was very knowledgeable and personable. She provided unique insights to what we saw. There was both significant up and downhill, so you need to come prepared; however, she walked at our (slow) pace and we never felt rushed. There was a stop about 2/3 of the way through for coffee and a nata, which was included in the price of the tour. We had been scheduled to take a different tour, but had to cancel - it wasn’t private and was more costly, so we are very happy we found this tour. Definitely go with this one!
Great visit very cultural three hours walk with good explanations small coffee break and pastel de nata
Very well organized and nice city tour by an experienced and very friendly local guide. We enjoyed the tour a lot!
Thank you for the kind review about our city and local guide! We hope to see you once again! Kindest regards!
Incredible experience that allowed us to discover Lisbon. Anne-Claire is very professional and passionate, and she explained the history and culture of Lisbon. We liked the experience!
Nous vous remercions pour votre commentaire! Nous sommes très heureux d'apprendre que vous avez apprécié l'expérience! Revenez nous voir! A bientôt, Lisboa Autêntica
Anne-Claire guided us while explaining the history of Lisbon and Portugal in general. She is a kind and respectful person very cultured. We had a great morning with him
Merci pour votre commentaire! Nos guides sont très attentifs et connaissent Lisbonne sur le bout des doigts! Revenez nous voir! A bientôt, Lisboa Autêntica
We experienced an immersion in today's Lisbon with a reminder of its history along the way. Unique experience
Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié Lisbonne! Nous avons hâte de vous revoir, Lisboa Autêntica
We went on the tour with Anna. She was great! A really pleasant morning to discover Lisbon. Really recommended.
