Highlights | Take in the panoramic views of Lisbon from the Moorish St George’s Castle Visit key religious sites including the Sé de Lisboa cathedral and the earthquake-ravaged ruins of Carmo Convent Soak up the atmosphere in the thriving downtown Baixa district Learn about Lisbon in the Middle Ages Explore the bohemian Bairro Alto, Lisbon’s entertainment district Stop for a traditional Portuguese lunch Head to historic Belém to see its 17th century palace Discover cultural treasures at The National Coach Music and Cultural Centre of Belém |
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Summary | Explore Lisbon, delving into the fascinating history that makes this city unique. |
Description | Explore Portugal’s capital on this full-day Lisbon walking tour, which showcases everything from cathedrals to castles, praças to palaces and monasteries to UNESCO monuments - Take in the panoramic views of Lisbon from the Moorish St George’s Castle
On this comprehensive, eight-hour walking tour, you’ll explore Lisbon’s most important cultural and historic sites with an expert local guide. Discover everything from Lisbon’s roots as one of Europe’s most important seaports and magnet for world explorers during the Age of Discovery, to how its progressive city grid plan was developed after the horrific earthquake of 1755. Visit religious monuments, trendy cobblestone districts, historic Belem and so much more The origins of Lisbon You’ll begin delving into Lisbon’s history, which dates back to 1200 BC, by visiting key landmarks like the 1st century Roman Theatre of Lisboa and 12th century gothic cathedral, Sé de Lisboa, which has withstood the city’s cataclysmic earthquakes. From the Moorish St George’s Castle, you can admire sweeping views over Lisbon and the Tagus River and walk its impressive stone walls, which date back to the 6th century Travel back to the Middle Ages in the cobblestone streets of the Alfama neighbourhood, where vibrant yellow trams chug up the steep, narrow roads. Once a poor area located outside of Lisbon’s city walls, Alfama is now one of Lisbon’s trendiest districts and you’ll get to explore its colourful shops, buildings and bars whilst learning about the area’s Jewish and Moorish culture Back in downtown Baixa, you’ll hear about the magnitude nine earthquake which levelled much of Portugal’s capital and killed thousands in 1755. Rossio Square and Commerce Square are the perfect places to appreciate the revolutionary grid-like city plan and earthquake-resistant buildings that were implemented by the Marquis of Pombal after the disaster. The remains of Convento do Carmo, with its roofless nave, are a reminder of the damage caused by one of the strongest quakes ever recorded Belém and Lisbon’s Age of Discovery You’ll get the chance to visit Bairro Alto, a bohemian quarter known for its street art, bars and traditional Fado houses before heading to the beautiful Belém municipality. This area is famous for the 17th century Belém Palace, which was home to the Portuguese Monarchy for centuries. Both the Torre de Belém, a 16th-century fortification tower, and grand Jeronimos Monastery are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which you’ll get to admire Stop by the Discoveries Monument, which celebrates Portugal’s role in the Age of Discovery during the 15th and 16th centuries, then take some time to peruse the world’s largest collection of horse-drawn carriages at the National Coach Museum. Round off the tour with a visit to the Cultural Centre of Belém, the largest museum in Portugal which showcases the country’s cultural and technological achievements Looking for an in-depth tour of Lisbon? Than this full-day highlights tour fits the bill, offering an overview of the city’s most famous sights and historical moments |
Included | Skip the line tickets for the Jeronimos Monastery and the Belém Tower Cost of public transport to Belém A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places |
Excluded | Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way Cost of hotel pick up/drop off. Your guide will accompany you in a taxi or by public transport Gratuities (optional) |
Know before you book | This is a walking tour Cost of hotel pick up/drop off. Your guide will accompany you in a taxi or by public transport |
Know before you go | Please bring comfortable walking shoes Please bring any medical requirements you need throughout the day In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water |
Additional Information | Not wheelchair accessible |
Health Items | Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff, Social distancing enforced throughout experience, Gear/equipment sanitized between use, Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized, Guides required to regularly wash hands |
Booking Cut-off | 48 hours |
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Minimum | 1 guests per booking |
Maximum | 10 guests per booking |
Valid | Only on date on reservation |
Sunday | 09:00, 10:00 |
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Monday | |
Tuesday | 09:00, 10:00 |
Wednesday | 09:00, 10:00 |
Thursday | 09:00, 10:00 |
Friday | 09:00, 10:00 |
Saturday | 09:00, 10:00 |
Type: | Starts location |
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Lat & Long: | 38.707589, -9.13548 |
Address: | Praça do Comércio, Lisbon, PT |
Notes: | At Praça Do Comercio (Commerce Square), in front of the Metro subway of the station Terreiro do Paço (in front of the Lisboa Story Centre) |
Start Location Notes | Praça do Comércio, Lisbon, PT |
Start Location Notes | 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States |
Type: | Starts location |
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Lat & Long: | 40.7025714, -73.99056 |
Address: | 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States |
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Start Location Notes | Praça do Comércio, Lisbon, PT |
Start Location Notes | 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States |
Cancellation Policy: | standard |
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Cancellation Cut-off: | 24 hours |
Cancellation Notes: | Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund |
FAQ |
Will there be other people on the tour or is it just us?
All of our tours are 100% private and exclusive, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.Your tour will be completely tailored to your needs and we will make sure to find a guide that best suits your group., Are entrance tickets and transport included in the cost of the tour?In the ‘Things to Know’ section at the top of this page you will find details of whatever entrance tickets and transport are included in the tour. If you have any questions about this, then you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., What is your cancellation policy?On tours cancelled more than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a full refund - minus a 5% credit card fee and the cost of any tickets that have been purchased.For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., Who do I contact if I have any questions about this tour or if I want to make changes to my tour?At Touriocity, we provide a free concierge service to help you plan your time abroad and they will be able to answer any questions you may have about this tour or any other tours. We are normally able to customise or personalise tours to suit your needs.Please do get in touch by either using the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, sending an email to or calling 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., Am I able to book more than one tour?Absolutely, you can book as many tours as you like! You can add them to your cart by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button or you can get in touch and we can put together an itinerary for you. To get in touch, you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., What is your cancellation policy?On tours cancelled more than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a full refund - minus a 5% credit card fee and the cost of any tickets that have been purchased.For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., |
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Confirmation necessary? | No |