Private Walking Tour of Libraries in Lisbon
Description
If you like eccentric locals who can show you the real neighborhoods and honest insights into their city, this is the tour for you! Pedro is a charming character who loves to meet foreigners and show them his beloved city. You´ll love seeing corners of the city that tourists normally never venture into. If you like personable, guided walking tours, off the beaten path, with salt-of-the-earth locals, this is the tour for you!
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Itinerary
We will go inside and tour this mid century library by architect Porfirio Pardal Monteiro. As we walk inside, guests will be given an introduction to Portuguese literature.
At this 500 year old building, in a locals-only neighborhood, you will learn how the old palace became a library.
As we enter this family palace turned library, you will discover 17th century tiles, antique bookcases, and a balcony overlooking the library garden. If guest wish, we can enjoy a coffee at the garden kiosk.
Here at one of the oldest bookstores in Lisbon, you will discover an array of books as you chat with Pedro about the pillars of Portuguese literature.
Bertrand: A Lisbon icon and the oldest bookstore in the world that is still operating. Here you will discover classical and modern Portuguese literature.
This charming bookstore is often host to local-only events, music in the basement, a curated selection of Portuguese art books.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(2)
We are very satisfied with the guided tour because it has allowed us to discover libraries and other places of culture outside the tourist circuits of Lisbon. The guide turned out to be very attentive, friendly and available to answer our questions and accompany us on this unusual and original tour. Point the guide expresses well both Portuguese and English. Very interesting are the 3 bookstores visited at Baixa and Bairro Alto. Very recommended and thanks to Pedro, which turned out to be a nice surprise!
This is a highly recommended tour. Book it straight away to spend an authentic afternoon with a local. This kind of travel rarely exists now. If you like travel that boosts life for locals and puts you in touch with another person's experience, this is the tour for you. Getting to know the libraries of Lisbon with Pedro was a highlight of our Lisbon experience.
