Lisbon Food & Fado Tour: An Evening Out in Mouraria & Alfama

Highlights

  • Learn about the history and culture of fado music.

  • Witness a spectacular live fado show at a top venue.

  • Enjoy typical Portuguese food—plenty for a full dinner.

  • Explore the Alfama and Mouraria neighborhoods.

  • See spectacular views from two famous miradouros.

Summary

Experience the magic of fado music and Portuguese cuisine on a captivating evening tour through Lisbon’s vibrant neighborhoods that will leave you spellbound.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
10
Pricing (From)
Adult: (15-99 years)
€109.00
Commentary
Afrikaans, English
Meeting Point

Rua da Mouraria 38 , Lisbon, 1100-341, PT

Dropoff location

Rua do Vigario 70, Lisbon, 1100-616, PT

Why take this tour?

Discover two cornerstones of Portuguese culture—food and fado music—as you explore the idyllic Alfama and Mouraria neighborhoods. Follow a local guide through the labyrinthine streets, stopping to savor authentic Portuguese flavors and hear fascinating insights into the history and culture of fado along the way. With this newfound knowledge, you'll be able to fully immerse yourself in a mesmerizing live fado performance at one of Lisbon's top venues, appreciating every note all the more thanks to your newfound understanding of this soulful art form.

What’s included?

  • Local English-speaking guide

  • Expertly guided walking tour

  • Small group of 10 guests maximum

  • 9 food tastings & 3 drinks (enough for a full meal)

  • Tickets to fado performance

  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • The tour is in English.

  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

  • This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Gluten free (not celiacs), Dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop.

  • Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at [email protected] after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.

  • This tour is not suitable for vegans nor those with celiac disease.

  • Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.

  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Before you go

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.

  • This tour requires uphill and downhill walking on uneven streets, including a couple fairly steep streets. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty and should wear comfortable shoes.

  • Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.

  • Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at [email protected] after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.

  • This tour covers a full meal.

  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted.


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.