Activities & Tours: Portugal

Belém District and the Salazar Dictatorship Legacy - Private Walking Tour

Discover one of the most majestic and popular areas of the Lisbon waterfront during this 3-hour private walking tour. This is the place where the famous world explorers set off on voyages of discovery in the 15th century, but also where Portugal hosted the World Exhibition in 1940. Full of history and charm, Belém is the perfect neighborhood to stroll around on foot. Visit the Square of the Empire, the famous Monument of the Discoveries, and the the exotic "Portuguese House for the Colonies.” In the end you will certainly gain a completely different image of Lisbon.

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based on 22 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $27.44

Walking Tour of Belem and the Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon

We will meet at the indicated time at the statue in the Alfonso de Alburquerque garden and begin our tour of the Belém neighborhood. Taking a short walk we will reach the Jerónimos Monastery, a majestic Manueline style temple. As we enter the monastery, we will tour its different rooms, prayer rooms and the cloister, one of the most beautiful in the world. We will take the opportunity to visit its church, which houses the tombs of Vasco de Gama and Luis de Camões. A very short distance away we will find the emblematic Belém tower. With the help of the guide we will learn about the multiple functions of this World Heritage monument that served as a lighthouse, prison and tax collection center. After contemplating the views of the 25 de Abril Bridge, we will go to the most famous pastry shop in Lisbon so that, if you wish, you can buy Belém pastries. A perfect ending to this tour!

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See Details → Duration :2 hours 30 minutes
From $46.1

Small-Group Alfama Walking Tour

Alfama is the oldest and most medieval quarter of Lisbon, rich in charm and heritage. On this tour, you'll explore the narrow alleyways, take in the beautiful views over the Tagus River and soak in the neighborhood’s rich musical culture, fleshed out in Fado, the song of “saudade."

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based on 25 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $36.09

Half Day Historical Walking Tour about the Slave Trade in Lisbon

On this small group 3 hour walking tour, you will learn how, in the 15th century, Portugal created the Atlantic Slave Trade, and how slavery went hand in hand with the journeys of exploration Portugal is most famous for. This educational experience cover the locations in Lisbon's historical city center associated with the Slave Trade and African History, but will also address Portugal's contemporary History and the recent fall of the country's colonial empire in the mid 1970's.

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based on 134 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $36.09

Lisbon Downtown and Chiado_ private Tour

We will offer a private tour, with local guide , we design the cultural experience where you will be part of the city. The idea it's to share our culture, history, daily life, and to became part of your travel.

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based on 1 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $54.88

Half-Day Walking Tour about the African Presence in Lisbon

Discover the earlier African presence in Lisbon, through open and insightful conversation, while enjoying the wonderful scenery of the city. Get to know more about the first European capital to receive African slaves, the social relationships, miscegenation, colonization, and the overall participation of Africans in the discoveries together with their influence in the Portuguese culture.

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based on 29 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 to 4 hours
From $93.3

Lisbon Highlights Walking Tour

On this tour you'll see the “best of Lisbon” put together. It covers the main hills of Lisbon and the downtown. A traditional lift tram will help us to reach the most trendy and bohemian district of Lisbon: Bairro Alto. We’ll explore this upper popular area and visit one of the most dazzling churches of the city. We’ll then descend towards Chiado, a famous cultural and literary district, and also, the most vivid shopping area since the 19th century. After a tasty Portuguese lunch we'll feel the beat of Lisbon's heart on Rossio Square and know some of its impressing historical events. Following a stroll through the Downtown, it's time to discover the oldest of Lisbon's hills, preserved over the centuries as the very soul of the city. We’ll conquer its superb Castle and then we'll plunge into Alfama neighborhood loosing ourselves in its labyrinthine ancient streets, visit the old Cathedral and see a very special church nearby. We'll finish our tour in the magnificent Commerce Square.

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based on 8 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $76.69

Self-Guided Audio Tour - Torre de Belem

On the bridge that welcomes you to the tower, you will begin this special journey. You will discover a very special gift that the governor of Portuguese India gave to the Portuguese King Manuel I, and that gave birth to the legend of Ganda. Its narrator is none other than the patron saint of Lisbon and the man who prompted the construction of this building, Saint Vicent. As you discover the interior of the tower on the first floor, your narrator will teach you about the military role the tower has played in local history. You will explore the different floors as the narrator tells you the history of the monument and his own tragic story as a martyr in Roman times. The emotional narration ends and your tour ends while you admire the fantastic view from the top of the building.

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based on 8 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 hours
From $10

The Portuguese Tiles

The Tiles (azulejo in Portuguese) is one of the strongest cultural expressions in Portugal. With this tour we'll check, mostly outdoors, tiles artworks from the XVI till the XXI century. It's a special opportunity to meet Lisbon in a totally different perspective. I'll tell you unique stories and we'll visit unexpected places. The itinerary is about tiles but never dissociated of the history and the stories. To end the tour we will have the opportunity to taste a codfish cake. Expect the Unexpected

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based on 5 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours 30 minutes
From $49.39

Drinks & Bites in Lisbon Private Tour

Get the perfect nightlife introduction to Lisbon with a tour that combines food, drinks, and highlights in the area with a local that knows best. Your local guide and nightlife expert will take you to Alfama, known for its vibrant nightlife in Lisbon. Visit some of the best spots in town for a local drink and a typical local bite. The drinks vary from alcoholic drinks to non-alcoholic beverages, and snacks with vegetarian alternatives - covering every taste! As you hop from hot spot to hot spot, your guide will also point out interesting places in the area, helping you discover more about Lisbon. Withlocals Drinks & Bites Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

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based on 118 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours 30 minutes
From $90

Lisbon's Best Attractions - Private Walking Tour (3h)

There's nothing better than getting to know a destination on foot. Despite being known as the city of 7 Hills, Lisbon is a pedestrian-friendly city and walking through its streets is not as difficult as it may seem. Along this itinerary, you will discover famous areas such as the Chiado neighborhood (a sophisticated place, with many restaurant and shopping options), Baixa Pombalina (an effervescent place, completely remodeled after the 1755 earthquake), Mouraria and Alfama (the 2 oldest and most characteristic neighborhoods of the city). At the end of this tour, you will gain a more in-depth insight into this beautiful city, its stories and characters!

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based on 3 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $164.64

Lisbon City of Spies Tour

In the 2nd World War Lisbon swarmed with spies from the main sides in conflict. A Walking tour designed to find out how neutral Portugal provided the natural setting for conspiracy. Inside the city of Lisbon both the Allies and the Axis kept impressive diplomatic services: probably the only place in war-torn Europe where all sides were able to meet on equal grounds. Lisbon suddenly became a true “nest of spies” as mentioned in several period chronicles and the “plane to Lisbon”, as an escape route in the movie Casablanca, remains one of the best known examples. In this walking tour you will visit some of the sites related with the spy stories of: The most famous spy Hotels in Lisbon The refugees and the European fashion trends The lonely fight of the Portuguese consul in Bordeaux The most important WWII double agent: Garbo/Arabel The story of the real James Bond The Jewish gold and the tungsten traffic

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based on 22 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 to 3 hours
From $27.44

Lisbon Small-Group Walking Tour

Explore three distinct Lisbon neighborhoods on this 4-hour small-group walking tour. Discover the theaters, museums, and pastel-painted buildings of the bohemian Chiado neighborhood, admire the stately mansions and monumental squares of Baixa, and uncover ancient history in the Alfama district. Experience this all while receiving the personalized attention of a small, 10-person tour.

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based on 4 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $21.66

Old Lisbon: Alfama and São Jorge neighborhoods 3-Hour Walking Tour

Join us on a trip to the Castelo São Jorge’s (Saint-George’s Castle) neighborhood and the Lisbon Cathedral overlooking the Tagus River and the oldest quarter of Lisbon. This tour takes you back to the Roman times with its amphitheater and the thermal waters of Alfama, named later on “Al-Hamma” by the Moors. This quaint part of the city remains an authentic labyrinth of alleys, interior patios, stairways, and tiny squares. Judaism, Islam, and Christianism are still the three major religions in Portugal. Alfama was also a fisherman district. Its spirit oozes on every corner where Fado sings. This walking tour takes you to the most authentic local life of the city.

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based on 41 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $21.95

Off the Beaten Track in Lisbon: Lapa Private Tour

Please be aware that this tour is adapted to the local regulations post-Covid-19. Our hosts will deliver this experience with the required equipment always keeping the distance suggested by local authorities. It will be safe and entertaining! Discover the true Portuguese lifestyle and what makes Lisbon such an amazing place to be in! Go off the beaten track with your local host and discover what this great city has to offer like the Estrela Basilica, Jardim da Estrela, Mercado de Campo de Ourique, Secret Mansion of Lapa and many other interesting places of Lisbon.

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based on 72 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours 30 minutes
From $59.27

Activities & Tours: Portugal

Belém District and the Salazar Dictatorship Legacy - Private Walking Tour

Walking Tour of Belem and the Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon

Small-Group Alfama Walking Tour

Half Day Historical Walking Tour about the Slave Trade in Lisbon

Lisbon Downtown and Chiado_ private Tour

Half-Day Walking Tour about the African Presence in Lisbon

Lisbon Highlights Walking Tour

Self-Guided Audio Tour - Torre de Belem

The Portuguese Tiles

Drinks & Bites in Lisbon Private Tour

Lisbon's Best Attractions - Private Walking Tour (3h)

Lisbon City of Spies Tour

Lisbon Small-Group Walking Tour

Old Lisbon: Alfama and São Jorge neighborhoods 3-Hour Walking Tour

Off the Beaten Track in Lisbon: Lapa Private Tour

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