Ease into Lisbon’s morning with a relaxed food tour through Bairro Alto, Chiado & Baixa neighborhoods. Taste local breakfast classics, sip fresh orange juice, enjoy pastel de nata, and more!
The Lisbon Breakfast Tour: Coffee, Pastries & City Stories
Summary Description
Highlights
- Drift through Lisbon’s quietest hour, exploring Bairro Alto, Chiado & Baixa before the city fully wakes
- Enjoy a truly unique breakfast stop inside the world’s oldest operating bookstore, unlike anywhere else in the city
- Taste a carefully curated Portuguese breakfast journey featuring sweet and savory classics from beloved local cafés bakeries
- Experience traditional Lisbon coffee culture, where mornings are slow and deeply rooted in ritual.
- Indulge in an iconic pastel de nata tasting, crispy, golden pastry and silky custard
Description
Start your Lisbon morning before the city wakes, wandering the charming streets of Bairro Alto, Chiado, and Baixa on a relaxed food small group tour designed around how locals actually start their day. Step into handpicked cafés and bakeries to taste a balanced mix of sweet and savory Portuguese breakfast staples; think freshly baked pastries still warm from the oven.
A highlight is breakfast inside the world’s oldest operating bookstore, a truly atmospheric setting that turns a simple morning meal into something unforgettable. Along the way, sip freshly squeezed orange juice, experience Lisbon’s café culture firsthand, and finish with the iconic pastel de nata, crisp, creamy, and unmistakably Portuguese.
This is a slow, intimate introduction to Lisbon, perfect for travelers who want great food, local rhythm, and a gentle start to the day. Led by a local host, the experience is relaxed, social, and designed to feel like a true Lisbon morning rather than a tour.
Included / Excluded
- Pão de deus
- Tosta mista (ham and cheese toast)
- Beef chamusa or vegetarian crepe
- A sweet pastry
- Pastel de nata (custard tart)
- Coffee of choice, Freshly squeezed orange juice & Water
- Local English-speaking guide
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara, R. de São Pedro de Alcântara, 1250-238 Lisboa, Portugal
Start Location Notes: Your guide will be waiting for you next to the fountain at the viewpoint, wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!
End Location: Praça dos Restauradores, Praça dos Restauradores, 1250-096 Lisboa, Portugal
Accessibility
- Service animals allowed
- Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
Commentary
Audio : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Wear flat shoes – it is, after all, a walking tour, so be comfortable.
- Please bring a bottle of water – although we do have drinks stops throughout the tour, walking can be thirsty work.
- Come hungry. You’ll be tasting lots of food!
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: A public tour can be cancelled with a full refund up to 24 hours before tour departure. A private tour can be cancelled and fully refunded up to 7 days before tour departure
Options and Pricing
| The Lisbon Breakfast Tour: Coffee, Pastries & City Stories | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (4 - 12 years) | N/A |
| Youth (13 - 17 years) | N/A |
Additional Information
- Contact information: +1 917 909 6432 or +44 7723 497280.
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Not stroller accessible.
- Near public transportation.
- This tour operates rain or shine
FAQ
Are there bathrooms available?
Yes, bathrooms are available at some of the tasting locations.
What is included in the price?
All food and drinks are included in the price.
How do I cancel or reschedule my tour?
We would be happy to assist you with canceling or rescheduling your tour, free of charge, with any requests made more than 24 hours before the date of the tour. For that, please email us at at [email protected].
We reserve the right to charge an amendment fee should you request to reschedule within 24 hours of the date of your tour, or 7 days for private tours.
Tours rescheduled within 24 hours of the original booking are non-refundable. Once again, this is subject to availability and price changes.
In general, we only charge you for any additional costs that we incur such as tickets. We have no intention of profiting from disruptions to your vacation and will work with providers and suppliers to get this cost reduced to a minimum.
Can I book a private tour or class for my group?
Of course! Please email us at at [email protected] with your request.
How much walking is there?
Our food tours last approximately between 3 to 4 hours and we will be on our feet for roughly half the time. Wear comfortable shoes to be on the safe side!
Are walking tours held in bad weather?
All of our tours go ahead – rain, hail or shine! We kindly ask you to look at the weather forecast and dress appropriately.
Are your tours only available in English?
Our tours are only led in English. However, should you desire another language, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected], as we have many guide whom speak multiple languages.
How much food is there on your food tours?
A lot! Over the course of our tours, you will stop at multiple locations with tastings in each. This generally equates to a full meal. You will not leave hungry, we promise!
Do you cater for vegetarians, vegans, gluten free and/or kosher diets?
Have dietary requirements? Simply email us at [email protected] or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can.
For guest safety, our experiences aren't suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Is there alcohol?
Beer and wine are usually part of our tours, and as such, will be served at a certain point. Do feel free to ask for a soft drink alternative if you prefer not to drink alcohol. For children, soft drink alternatives will be available.
About operator:
Eating Europe is the largest tour operator specializing in culinary tours and food-focused experiences across Europe. Founded in Rome in 2011, the company has since expanded to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Palermo, Bologna, Lisbon, Porto, London, Edinburgh, Paris, Prague, Amsterdam, Berlin, Athens, Barcelona, Madrid, San Sebastián, and Seville. Since 2011, with 80,000 5* reviews, Eating Europe has shared an authentic taste of local life with more than 650,000 guests, offering insider perspectives on the cities we know and love.
Basic Information
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 12
- Category: Food & Drink
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