Old Town Tuk Tuk Tour with Local Food Tasting (INCLUDED)
Description
Express Tasting Tour (2H): Discover Lisbon’s historic heart by tuk-tuk, followed by a quick taste of Portugal. Enjoy a traditional pastel de bacalhau (codfish cake), a glass of Port wine, and ginjinha served in an edible chocolate cup. Perfect for combining Lisbon’s history, views, and iconic flavors. Intermediate Tasting Tour (2H): Explore Lisbon’s oldest neighborhoods by tuk-tuk and finish with a traditional Portuguese tasting. Choose between three local cheeses or three varieties of cured meat, accompanied by a glass of wine. A delicious introduction to Portuguese culture and gastronomy. Premium Tasting Tour (2H): Experience Lisbon’s history and flavors on this premium tuk-tuk tour. After exploring the historic neighborhoods, enjoy three Portuguese cheeses and three varieties of cured meat, accompanied by a glass of wine. Ideal for guests seeking a complete gastronomic experience.
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Itinerary
During our tuk tuk tour, we will pause at the imposing Lisbon Cathedral, one of Lisbon’s oldest and most iconic monuments. This magnificent cathedral, built in the 12th century, combines Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles and carries centuries of history. Upon arrival, our guide will share fascinating facts about the foundation of the cathedral and other curiosities about it. The traveler will only visit from outside
At the Miradouro das Portas do Sol, you will have one of the most stunning views in Lisbon. This stop lets you take in a unique panorama over the red rooftops of Alfama, the city’s oldest neighborhood, and the majestic Tagus River in the background. Here, our local guide will give a detailed explanation about Alfama and its surroundings. The guide will also highlight monuments visible from the viewpoint, such as the National Pantheon and the Church of São Vicente de Fora, explaining the significance of these landmarks in Lisbon’s history.
At this stop, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Miradouro da Nossa Senhora do Monte, one of Lisbon’s tallest and most impressive viewpoints. With breathtaking panoramic views, the lookout offers a privileged perspective of the city, spanning from the São Jorge Castle to the Tagus River, including the Baixa Pombalina and the iconic 25th of April Bridge. Here, our local guide will share the history of this special site, from the chapel of São Gens to the importance of the viewpoint for the Portuguese during the conquest of the city.
During the tour, we will pass by the impressive Monastery of Sao Vicente de Fora, one of the masterpieces of Mannerist architecture in Lisbon. The guide will explain the historical importance of this monastery, founded in the 12th century and expanded in the 16th century, which played a central role in the history of Portugal.
During the tour, we will pass by the iconic Feira da Ladra, which takes place only on Tuesdays and Saturdays. It is Lisbon’s oldest and most traditional market, held in the historic Alfama neighborhood. As we explore the market, our guide will share interesting facts about its origins, which date back to the 13th century, and how it has become a meeting place for lovers of antiques, crafts, and unique items. Discover the stories behind this lively street market, which is a true journey into Lisbon’s past, and where the spirit of bargaining remains alive to this day.
During our tour, we’ll make a brief stop to admire the majestic National Pantheon, one of Lisbon’s most iconic monuments. The guide will share the fascinating history of this building, which was originally a church dedicated to Saint Engrácia and transformed into the Pantheon in 1916. We will explore its architectural styles, from Baroque to Neoclassical influences. The Pantheon is the resting place of some of the most prominent figures in Portuguese history, including writers, politicians, and national heroes. Prepare to be impressed by the beauty of its dome and the rich history this space represents!
During our tour of Alfama, one of Lisbon’s most emblematic neighborhoods, you’ll be transported into a world of traditions and fascinating stories. As we wander through its narrow, winding streets, our experienced guide will share interesting facts about the rich cultural heritage of this district. You will learn about the origins of fado, the soul music of the city that echoes through the alleyways, and discover legends surrounding the historic Lisbon Cathedral and São Jorge Castle. From colorful houses to traditional tiles, every corner reveals a new facet of Alfama. Explore Alfama on a guided walking tour through the oldest neighborhood in Lisbon—and one of the oldest in Portugal. Wander through its narrow streets, historic alleys, and charming squares while discovering the traditions and stories that make this district so unique. During the visit, stop at Alfama’s oldest grocery store, operating since 1920, where you’ll enjoy an authentic tasting of traditional Portuguese flavors.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up is included only within Lisbon city center. Please check the selected area—otherwise, pick-up will take place in front of the Hard Rock Café.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under the age of 6 are not legally permitted to ride in Tuk Tuks.
- The proposed route may be adjusted in case of special events in the city, such as marathons or public gatherings that block street access.
- This tour is not recommended for people with back problems, as Lisbon's streets are quite uneven and may cause discomfort.
- This is a private tour—only your group will participate.
- We offer Tuk Tuks with capacity for 4 or 6 passengers. The main difference, besides the number of seats, is the layout: in the 4-seater Tuk Tuks, all seats face forward, while in the 6-seater models, the seats are arranged face-to-face. If you have a preference, please let us know in advance.
- Children up to 6 years old are not legally allowed to ride in a Tuk Tuk
Reviews(781)
Sensational tour, tourism with excellent knowledge of the history of Lisbon, very safe driving and a lot of professionalism, congratulations!!!! See you next time.
Muito obrigado pela sua excelente avaliação! Ficamos muito felizes em saber que teve uma experiência sensacional e que apreciou o conhecimento histórico, a segurança e o profissionalismo da nossa equipa. Vamos compartilhar os seus elogios. Esperamos recebê-lo novamente em Lisboa em breve! 😊
We want to thank Roger enormously for making our tour an unforgettable experience. He was a fantastic guide, always friendly, attentive, and willing to help us at all times. The passion with which he shared every detail of the tour was evident, and the most special thing was the connection he had with the children: he made them feel comfortable, included, and excited to learn. Without a doubt, we recommend Roger to any family that wants to experience a fun, enriching tour full of memorable moments.
¡Muchísimas gracias por sus hermosas palabras! Nos llena de alegría saber que Roger hizo de su tour una experiencia tan especial para toda la familia. Le compartiremos su mensaje; estamos seguros de que significará mucho para él. ¡Esperamos recibirlos nuevamente muy pronto para otra aventura inolvidable!
This tour was a total scam. It started off fine but quickly went downhill. While we visited the advertised viewpoints, we were repeatedly approached by aggressive street vendors who became physically pushy when we declined to buy their products. Instead of helping, our guide criticized us for being "rude" to the vendors, which was both uncomfortable, unprofessional, and not true! The tour also failed to include the promised tasting. Instead, we were dropped at multiple stops and told to buy whatever we wanted on our own. At the end, the guide took us to one of his friend's shops for a ginjinha tasting that we also had to pay for, making it feel more like a sales stop than part of the tour. The worst part was how the tour ended. After telling us we were in a neighborhood where people get robbed, the guide tried to charge us extra for either a Belém tour or a "transfer" back to the original meeting point. When we declined, he left us there to figure out our own way back. Overall, the experience felt like a complete scam. We didn't receive what was advertised, were constantly encouraged to spend more money, and weren't even returned to the advertised end point. I would strongly recommend avoiding this tour if you don't want to feel scammed and stranded.
Dear Josie, We are very sorry that your experience left you feeling uncomfortable and disappointed. This is certainly not the experience we want for our guests. Vasco is one of our most experienced and highly rated guides, and we would never intentionally leave a guest feeling unsafe or unsupported. Alfama is a busy historic neighbourhood in central Lisbon, and Lisbon is generally considered a very safe city. Nevertheless, we understand that being left somewhere other than where you expected can be distressing, and the guide should have clearly explained the tour’s ending point and available transport options without making you feel pressured to pay for an additional service. We would also like to clarify the issue regarding the tasting. You booked the tour before we changed the product from a historical tour without a tasting to “Old Town Tuk Tuk Tour with Local Food Tasting.” Although your original booking and price did not include a tasting, the updated product name later appeared on your reservation. We sincerely apologise for this confusing and misleading situation. We should have contacted you directly to explain the change, and we are now doing so for all affected bookings. Regarding the street vendors and the guide’s response, we are sorry that you felt unsupported. Although street vendors are outside our control, our guides should always prioritise the comfort of their guests and handle such situations professionally. We will review everything you have described directly with the guide. We apologise again for the confusion and for not meeting your expectations. Your feedback has highlighted important areas where we need to improve our communication. Colourtrip Team
I took a solo 2 hour tour which covered a lot of areas and viewpoints to get an idea of the city. Nathalia was an excellent guide, lots of knowledge about the city, history and current day, so helpful and happy to adapt the tour to my limited mobility on crutches. She went through the tour at a safe steady pace, so I was able to retain the info. Very convenient being picked up/dropped off from my central hostel, an overall enjoyable experience. Thank you!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your tour with Nathalia and that she was able to adapt the experience to your needs while sharing her knowledge and passion for Lisbon. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Great way to see a lot of the city in a short amount of time. Your driver will customize your stops for you, and give you great insight along the way. We highly recommend asking for Ghassan, he was fantastic!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed exploring Lisbon with us. It's great to hear Ghassan made your experience so memorable with his insights and personalized stops. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon!
We took a two hour Tuk Tuk tour of old town on our arrival to Lisbon & Jama gave us a great history lesson! We stopped & took photos at some of the great viewpoints. We stopped for refreshments too! It was a great activity to orient us to Lisbon early in our trip.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear your tuk tuk tour with Jama was a great introduction to Lisbon. It's wonderful that you enjoyed the history, viewpoints, and refreshments along the way. We're so glad it helped you get oriented at the start of your trip. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again soon! 😊
Carolina was the best! Thanks for the amazing tour
Muito obrigado pela sua excelente avaliação! 😊 Ficamos muito felizes em saber que teve um tour incrível com a Carolina. Vamos partilhar as suas palavras com ela — certamente ficará muito contente! Esperamos recebê-lo novamente em breve!
Thank you to carol for changing our experience in lisbon! We couldnt have had a better guide!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear Carol made your Lisbon experience so special. We'll be sure to share your lovely feedback with her. We truly appreciate your review and hope to welcome you again soon! 😊
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Francisco! He was knowledgeable and thoughtful. He made our 4 hours together really fun and we learned a lot. The tuktuk is truly the best way to see the most of Lisbon especially we all the steep cobblestone streets!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you had such an enjoyable experience with Francisco. It's great that you found the tour both fun and informative, and that the tuk tuk made exploring Lisbon’s hills so easy. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon! 😊
The tuck tuck tour with our tour guide, Arthur, was a phenomenal experience with our teenage kids. You’re tired on the first day and we got to see a glimpse of Lisbon at large in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Arthur made the experience extra special, bringing fun, cool vibes for the teens & education to our first view of Lisbon. I would highly recommend this tuck tuck and specifically requesting Arthur for your next tour experience!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear your family had such a great first introduction to Lisbon with Arthur. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! 😊
