Lisbon Private Full-day Tour - History, Culture, Local Life & Gastro Experience
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Lisbon Private Full-day Tour - History, Culture, Local Life & Gastro Experience

4.6(28)
6 EN / ES / PT languages Kids friendlyFrom €219 / / person

About this tour

Do you want to make the most of a whole day in Lisbon? Discover on this Private Full-Day Tour the most outstanding highlights, its traditional neighborhoods, its delicious and famous gastronomy but also its hidden secrets. An expert local guide is waiting for you to enjoy the best of the city.

Walk along the most elegant streets of the city as well as the oldest neighborhoods, survivors of the great earthquake of 1775. Enjoy the most wonderful sights of Lisbon from the charming viewpoints of the Alfama district. Don't worry about the steep slopes of the streets! The tour combines gentle walks, rides on the famous trams, and climbs using delightful elevators.

Visit the ruins of the Convent of Carmo, devastated by a terrible earthquake that struck over two centuries ago. Take a break to enjoy a coffee and a 'pastel de nata' in the most traditional cafe in Lisbon. The visit to the Plaça do Comercio, in front of the sea, is a must!

Take time to try the most delicious Portuguese Gastronomy! Enjoy the famous Lisbon fish, seafood, or meat in a typical restaurant in the old district of Mouraria. Its famous Cathedral, its stairs-streets, its history captured in graffitis are also part of this fantastic walking tour. In addition, your local host will give you all the insights you need to make the most of your days exploring the city.

Enjoy an amazing experience in Lisbon, just for you, in this Private Full-Day Tour!

What's included

Included

5.5 hs. with a local guide
Skip the line tickets to Convent of Carmo
Lunch in a typical Portuguese restaurant (meat, fish or vegetarian, side dish, drinks)
Portuguese coffee & “pastel de nata”
Cup of Ginja, the typical Lisbon liquor
Tram tickets

The Itinerary

21 stops

1

Dom Pedro IV square (Rossio)

Visit the famous square named after the first emperor of Brazil and the Portuguese constitutional king

2

Church of Sao Domingos

Listen to the stories of the damned church of Lisbon and the square where tragic events occurred for the city

3

Casa do Alentejo

Admire the historic neo-Moorish and Art Nouveau Palace

4

Restauradores square

Walk around the square, surrounded by beautiful buildings and one of the famous elevators

5

Rossio Station

Discover this beautiful train station in Neo-Manueline style

6

Convent of Carmo

Discover with your skip the line ticket, this gothic temple in ruins due to the 1755 earthquake

7

Santa Justa lift

Travel through time in this 45-meter-high iron giant, designed in 1902, the most famous lift in Lisbon.

8

Rua Garrett

Walk along the elegant center of the Portuguese capital, pass by the oldest library in the world, the coffee of the literate and to the statue of the great poet Fernando Pessoa

9

Coffee break in A Manteigaria

Try the typical ‘pastel de nata’ and the best coffee, in one of the most traditional cafes in Lisbon

10

Luis de Camoes square

Walking through Chiado, get to the square dedicated to Luis De Camoens, the father of the Portuguese language.

11

Rua Augusta Arch

Walk along the elegant Rua Augusta, and get impressed by the imposing monumental arch

12

Comerçio Square

Behold the majestic entrance to the city, with its Masonic symbolism, the view of the Tejo River, and the ‘Cais das colunas,’ the old footbridge for kings and presidents.

13

Lunch in Mouraria

Lunchtime! Taste Portuguese delicacies in a typical Lisbon restaurant.

14

Escadinhas de São Cristóvão

Walk up the famous staircase that marks the entrance to the Mouraria district, visit the smallest bookstore in the world and a famous mural dedicated to Fado

15

Lisbon Cathedral

Visit the 12th-century Cathedral built on an ancient mosque

16

Church of Saint Anthony

Step into the charming church of one of the most devout saints in Christendom

17

Alfama neighborhood

Admire the old Arab/Medieval quarter in two of the most beautiful viewpoints. On the way, you can taste the cherry liqueur made by the old ladies.

18

Lisbon Tram 28

Get on the charming tram 28, and enjoy an unforgettable moment of your stay in Lisbon

19

Miradouro da Graça Viewpoint

Enjoy the best views of the city, where you can see all the old town and the castle of Sao Jorge.

20

Caracol de Graça

Make the last descent by a staircase totally dedicated to street art in the historic neighborhood of Mouraria

21

Martin Moniz square

Finish your tour in the square where the mythical Tram 28 is born.

During this tour your private host will give you all the tips you need to know about the local life and the things you can do, to make the most of your visit to the city!

Meeting Point

Dom Pedro IV Square, in the statue

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Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Stroller friendly
Near public transport
Service animals allowed
Audio description available
Surface accessible

Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before the experience starts and receive a full refund. If cancelled less than 24 hours before start time, no refund will be given. Changes made less than 24 hours before the experience start are not accepted.

Traveler Reviews

4.6

28 reviews

Miguel N

Miguel N

Our guide was excellent. She seemed to love what she does. She made us enjoyed this activity a lot. We had a very good time.

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Jin C

Jin C

Fred was a knowledgable guide and we had a great informative time going around the city. Would highly recommend this tour.

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Andre R

Andre R

Nice time..no more than necessary with smile in the face and good feelings. We loved. The guide and the place have harmony.

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marcel8802

marcel8802

We had a nice guide who knew a lot of details during the trip. At the end, we got the tickets to skip the line. Saved a lot of time.

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Q:Is this tour really 100% private?

A:Yes — every tour is exclusively for your group. No strangers, no shared groups. You set the pace and the focus.

Q:What happens if it rains?

A:Most of our experiences continue rain or shine. If severe weather forces a cancellation, you receive a full refund or free rescheduling.

Q:Can we customise the itinerary?

A:Absolutely. Your guide will adapt the route, pace and emphasis based on your interests. Just let us know your preferences when booking.