Join this experience and see the major sites of central Lisbon. On this walking tour accompanied by an expert guide, you'll learn more about Lisbon's lifestyle, history, and culture. Begin your experience in central Lisbon where you meet your guide and start your walk. Visit the heart of the old and new Lisbon and learn how the city was destroyed in the 18th century by a massive earthquake and rebuilt to the city of today. Take a look at the Obelisk in the Restauradores Square, which commemorates the Restoration of Portugal’s independence from Spain in 1640. Marvel at the intricate Neo-Manueline architecture of the old Central Train Station. Learn about the Carnation Revolution of 1974 as you visit Carmo Square, the very place where Portugal’s old dictatorial regime fell after 48 years.Don't miss the chance to walk through the neighborhood of Chiado, with its old cafés, boutiques, theatres, and bookstores. Try a famous Nata (cream) pastry and wander through the old maze of small squares and narrow alleyways of the Moorish neighborhood of Alfama. Stop at an old wine bar for wine tasting and a tapa. Finish up in the Comercio Square, formerly the entrance hall of the city.

Best of Lisbon walking tour

Book your Lisboa Card with easy and advantageous access to many attractions in the city of 7 hills. The pass offers free travel for consecutive 24h, 48h, and 72h, on the following services: Carris, Metro, Buses, Trams, Funiculars, and trains to Cascais and Sintra. Also, da Fertagus train to Setúbal. With the purchase of the Lisboa Card, you'll save money in comparison to buying single tickets for each attraction such as Torre de Belém, St George's Castle, Lisboa Story Centre, Palácio da Ajuda, Elevador de Santa Justa and much more! The pass is an ideal choice to explore Lisbon hassle-free.Some of the discounts and benefits of this card are listed below:
- Free transportation on the Lisbon Carris, Metro, Buses, Trams, Funiculars, and CP trains (to Sintra, Cascais, Azambuja and Setúbal)
- Free pass in 51 museums, monuments, and places of interest such as the Sintra Mitos e Lendas, The Interpretative Centre of History of Codfish, Lisboa Story Centre, Pilar 7 Bridge Experience, Museu Nacional do Azulejo, Museu Nacional dos Coches and, Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga
- 10% to 50% discount on local services and cultural and tourism interest
- 5% to 10% discount in participating stores for a wide range of genuinely Portuguese articles

Lisboa Card for 24h, 48h or 72h

Enjoy a unique tour of Lisbon by riding a vintage bike along the Tagus river bank and discover the Portuguese capital in a new way. Manufactured between the 1950´s and 80´s and professionally restored to their former glory, this tour’s vintage bicycles are the perfect vehicle for a nostalgic trip back in time along the tranquil Tagus riverbank.Starting at the great Praça do Comércio (Commerce Square) and continuing onward to Belém, you'll discover features such as the Monument of the Discoveries, a powerful symbol of the age of Portuguese exploration that changed the world, via a dedicated scenic cycle path. Once you arrived in Belém, you’ll have the opportunity to admire 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites: The Tower of Belém and the Jerónimos Monastery, where you’ll have time to truly admire its unique Manueline architecture.As this tour will nurture the spirit, it’s important to also include nourishing the body. For this, the tour includes the tasting of an authentic Pastel de Belém in the city’s most famous bakery. After, you’ll continue further to pass by significant locations such as the serene Belém Gardens, the grand Presidential Palace and the highly prestigious National Coach Museum. The tour will finally conclude with a gentle return to Praça do Comércio via the dedicated cycle path previously used.All routes are adjustable to your preference, and any suggestions you may have on alternative routes and sights are highly welcomed. Routes involving steep hills or challenging paths are not recommended.

Lisbon vintage bikes tour

Comércio Square

The history of the Jerónimos Monastery spans five centuries. The crown jewel of the Portuguese late Gothic style known as Manueline, the Monastery is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.Visit the Jerónimos Monastery at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. You'll admire the Southern portal, the Cloister, the Chapter Room, and the tomb of Vasco da Gama while learning about Portugal's glorious past and contemplating the Monastery's rich architecture.

Jeronimos Monastery entrance e-ticket with self-guided audio tour

Your day begins in central Lisbon, where you'll meet up with your guide and small group before hopping aboard a train for a quick journey out to Belem. Once there, you'll step into the breathtaking Jerónimos Monastery to explore Portugal’s distinctive Manueline architecture. Next, your expert guide will share even more stories of the Portuguese Age of Discoveries as you sink your teeth into an original custard tarts at the first bakery to ever produce them. From there, you’ll head off to see some of the most important sights in the Belém neighborhood, including the Monument of the Discoveries and Belém Tower. Time to sit back and relax for a bit. You’ll head to the waterfront and board a boat for a scenic cruise along the Tagus Estuary to the city center. Enjoy unforgettable views from the water as you pass under the 25th of April Bridge and beside the towering Cristo Rei monument. After disembarking from the boat, you'll break for lunch in the city center. Your guide will have plenty of recommendations to suit all tastes and budgets. In the afternoon, your guide will lead you on a stroll through Alfama, Lisbon’s oldest neighborhood. This charming area is challenging to visit on your own—so luckily you’ve got a local expert to show you the way. You'll end the tour at the entrance of São Jorge Castle, where you can choose to explore the castle on your own (not included in the tour) or continue getting lost in the picturesque streets of Alfama.

Best of Lisbon Walking Tour with River Cruise and Monastery

Jerónimos Monastery

Discover the most emblematic and famous districts of Lisbon, the Belém district, classified as a Unesco World Heritage Site since 1983. Stroll around the neighborhood and have a closer look at the famous Tower of Belém.Enjoy the tour at your own pace thanks to your audio guide and optimize your time.The stories, designed by professional guides and actors, are automatically triggered from the Rewind app. Start whenever you want, alone or with others!

Belém district self-guided walking tour in Lisbon

Experience the Belem Tower at your own pace with this entry e-ticket and enjoy a captivating self-guided audio tour on your smartphone.You'll receive your ticket by email, download the app and the audio tour on your phone, prior to your visit, and travel in time to experience the uniqueness of the Belem Tower. Put on your headphones and explore the Chapel, the Tower Terrace, and the Forte do Bom Sucesso, through the power of storytelling and learn historical information and uncommon stories and anecdotes regarding the breathtaking place called Belem Tower. The tour’s content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief original stories that will make your visit both engaging and informative. The audio tour can be used repeatedly and anytime, before or after your visit.This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights of the Belem Tower and relate to your surroundings in an entirely original way.

Belem Tower skip-the-line entrance ticket with audio tour

Discover the best of Lisbon with this combo ticket that takes you on board of two panoramic bus tours! You'll explore the historical center of Belém, the Orient modern area, the Jerónimos Monastery and other great landmarks of the city.You'll learn about the history of Portugal throughout the centuries and have the chance to taste some local delicacies such as the pasteis de Belem.The Modern Bus will let you discover the Oceanarium, the second-largest aquarium in Europe, and, if you love shopping, you'll also have the chance to stop at the Vasco da Gama shopping center.

Belém and Modern Lisbon bus hop-on hop-off combined tickets

Explore the beautiful city of Lisbon and the lesser-known Arroios neighborhood and have fun at the same time on this interactive, self-guided discovery game made by a local creator.Solve 16 location-based riddles that will take you from one location to the next. As you solve each riddle, you will unlock local recommendations and fun facts, as well as fascinating information. Discover where the name "Lisbon" comes from or how revolution changed the course of the country. Learn how to order a beer in Lisbon, get to know the emerging cultural hotspots and some of the most artistic and boheme places to grab a drink in Portugal's capital.Explore the city and its main attractions, and read about curious facts that you won't easily find elsewhere.

Self-guided discovery walk in Lisbon

Belém Tower

Do not miss a visit to the triumphal Rua Augusta Arch which has always impressed those roaming Lisbon’s busiest pedestrianised street.
Now you can visit the top of this unique structure for a truly singular and impressive view of Baixa and the river. The Arc symbolises the rebirth of a new Lisbon after the tragedy of the earthquake, fire and tsunami in 1755 that razed what stood before.
In Latin, it affirms “The Virtues of the Greatest”: the strength, resilience and achievements of the Portuguese people.
At the top stand the sculptures by Célestin Anatole Calmels of Glory crowning Genius and Valour. You will be inspired by these values as you admire the best 360º panoramic views of the city.
Discover also the history of the arch during the exhibition in the Clock Room.

Rua Augusta Arch entrance tickets

Arch of Rua Augusta

Founded in 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum presents an eclectic and unique collection amassed by Calouste Sarkis Gulbenkian, with works ranging from Ancient Egypt to Art Nouveau. Get ready to travel through 5.000 years of history and enjoy one of the best private collections in the world surrounded by an iconic modernist garden.The museum galleries are distributed in chronological and geographical order, creating two independent circuits within the overall tour.The first one encompasses the Eastern and Classical Art on display in the Egyptian, Greco-Roman, Mesopotamian, Eastern Islamic, Armenian, and Far Eastern galleries. The second circuit features European Art starting with works in ivory and illuminated manuscripts, followed by a selection of 15th, 16th, and 17th-century sculptures and paintings.French 18th-century decorative arts have a special place in the museum with outstanding gold and silver objects and furniture, as well as paintings and sculptures. These decorative arts are followed by galleries exhibiting a group of paintings by the Venetian painter Francesco Guardi and 18/19th-century English paintings.The museum tour ends with a superb collection of jewels and glass by the renowned artist René Lalique, who was a personal friend of Calouste Sarkis Gulbenkian.

Calouste Gulbenkian Museum skip-the-line tickets

Visit the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum with this skip-the-line ticket! You'll admire an eclectic collection of works covering 5.000 years of history, from Ancient Egypt to Art Nouveau.In the first gallery, you'll admire the Eastern and Classical art of the Egyptian, Greco-Roman, Mesopotamian, Eastern Islamic, Armenian, and Far Eastern civilizations. In the second gallery, you'll discover a selection of 15th, 16th, and 17th-century European sculptures and paintings such as the paintings by the Venetian painter Francesco Guardi. Your tour of the museum will end with a collection of jewels and glass by the renowned artist René Lalique.After your visit to the museum, you'll also have the chance to walk through Lisbon and learn about the most interesting facts by listening to your Lisbon city audio guide on your smartphone.

Calouste Gulbenkian Museum skip-the-line tickets with Lisbon audio guide

Gulbenkian Modern Arts Museum

Escape the hustle and bustle of Lisbon and discover the villages of Sintra and Cascais on this private tour.First, you’ll look inside the Pena Palace, considered one of the most beautiful castles in Europe. You’ll enjoy a pleasant walk in the grounds while admiring the views of Lisbon on the horizon from its balconies.After visiting the Pena Palace, you’ll go directly to the village of Sintra to continue to Cabo da Roca, where you’ll stand at the westernmost point of mainland Europe.You’ll travel along the coast road, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Tagus River to stop at the fishing village of Cascais, transformed into a home for kings-in-exile and a site of espionage during World War II.To end this magical private tour, you’ll return to Lisbon along the magnificent Avenida Marginal, enjoying views of the Estoril Coast along the way.

Sintra and Cascais private tour from Lisbon

On this tour, you’ll discover the beautiful villages of Sintra and Cascais, both located in an area of protected natural beauty.First, you will drive to Sintra Hills, home to fairytale palaces and castles. You’ll see the Pena Palace, considered one of the most beautiful castles in Europe where you’ll admire views of Lisbon on the horizon from its balconies.Then, you’ll explore the picture-postcard village of Sintra, stopping on the way to taste the local pastries. Next, you’ll continue to Cabo da Roca to stand at the westernmost point of mainland Europe.You’ll travel along the coast road, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Tagus River to stop at the fishing village of Cascais.Finally, you’ll return to Lisbon along the magnificent Avenida Marginal, enjoying views of the Estoril Coast along the way.

Sintra and Cascais small-group tour from Lisbon

Sintra in Portugal is one of the most charming, surprising and fascinating places you can imagine. With this private tour you'll visit the city in a proper way and learn more about this UNESCO World heritage site.Your day will start with a tour of the major Sintra Monuments (included a tour inside Pena Palace) and the historical center, before heading to the vineyard region of Collares and than to the westernmost point of the European Continent, Cabo da Roca.After Cabo da Roca you'll go down to the south part of Sintra Mountain taking a beautifull coastal road to Cascais in Portugal, one of the most beautiful places of all Portugal.After that you'll be brought back to your initial pick up point.

Sintra, Roca and Cascais private tour with Pena Palace Ticket

National Palace of Sintra

Discover the Alfama, the oldest district of Lisbon. Let yourself be guided by your audio guide through charming little streets with a thousand stories and colors.Stroll around this ancient district at your own pace and decide when to stop for a local drink or to listen to Fado.The stories, designed by professional guides and actors, are automatically triggered from the Rewind app. Start whenever you want, alone or with others. Don't miss the chance to explore Lisbon without any hurry.

Alfama district self-guided walking tour in Lisbon

Viewpoint of Santa Luzia

This tour follows the city's oldest walls and takes you to the Castelo São Jorge (St. Georges Castle) neighborhood, which overlooks the River Tagus and the oldest part of Lisbon. On this tour, you can go back in time to Olisipo (one of the city's former names) and visit its Roman theatre. The Romans discovered the thermal waters of Alfama, but it was the Muslims who gave the name al-hamma (thermal fountain) to the area.This borough remains an authentic labyrinth of alleys, interior patios, stairways, and tiny squares. Here you can encounter the three major religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Alfama was also the borough of the fisherman. Its spirit is transcendent on every corner where Fado is sung. You'll also have the opportunity to visit the Lisbon Cathedral, one of the most famous landmarks of the city.The tour will take you to the following areas: Alfama and Castelo neighborhood.

Old Lisbon tour: Alfama and São Jorge Castle

Experience Lisbon at your own pace with this combo e-ticket for the top attractions of Belem Tower, St. George Castle, and a captivating self-guided walking audio tour of the city on your smartphone. You'll receive your ticket by email, download the app and the audio tours on your phone, prior to your visit, and travel back in time to experience the grandeur of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal.Put on your headphones and discover Belem Tower, the Castle of St. George, through the power of storytelling and learn historical information and uncommon stories and anecdotes from the past. It is also your chance to explore Lisbon with a self-guided city walking tour on your phone and lose yourself in the beauty of its stories. The content of the tours is the result of in-depth research, distilled into brief original stories that will make your visit both engaging and informative. The audio tours can be used repeatedly and at any time, before or after your visit.This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into ancient and contemporary Lisbon, and relate to your surroundings in an entirely original way.

Belem Tower and St. George Castle tickets and Lisbon audio tours

Belém, a district in Lisbon, is a charming immersion into the Age of Discoveries, an era that shaped Portugal’s maritime history and connected it with the world. Along the Tagus River, the Belém Tower stands as a monumental sentinel, a silent witness to the feats of fearless Portuguese navigators.The Monument to the Discoveries, with its imposing figure facing the ocean, pays homage to pioneering explorers. Among them, stands out Infante D. Henrique, known as the driving force behind this age of discoveries. His strategic vision and support for expeditions made Vasco da Gama’s monumental achievement possible—the navigator who opened the maritime route to India in 1498.

Belem Discoveries Walking Tour

São Jorge Castle

National Palace of Pena

Do you enjoy the thrill and beauty of exploration? On this walk, you’ll immerse yourself in Lisbon’s Bairro Alto, Bica and Cais do Sodré. Location-based riddles on your phone will guide you through these vibrant neighborhoods, and the discovery, that wonderful ‘a-ha!’ moment is yours to claim. You’ll be surprised with very local stories and hidden spots, and your curiosity will be fueled with historical facts, intriguing statues, breathtaking views and intricate “azulejos” tiles along the way… This experience was created by the game's co-founders, Kristina & Wendy.This playful walk across Lisbon’s vibrant neighborhoods sharpens your senses and encourages you to appreciate the most wonderful – and often hidden – details around you. Whether you know Lisbon or just start exploring here, this experience gives you a perspective on discovery that will inspire your curiosity wherever you go next. This trail is also available in Portuguese.Local wonders you’ll discover on this walk include:
- São Roque church & Carmo Convent
- Views from Topo Chiado
- The miradouro (viewing point) of Santa Catarina
- A bar on top of a car park
- Super tasty foods of Time Out Market
This discovery walk is an educational and fun activity for friends, couples, families with kids, curious locals, visitors, and team building. You can fully enjoy this experience of connecting with the city while staying in your own group.Enjoy meaningful moments of discovery; explore, learn and have fun!

Self-guided Discovery Walk in Lisbon’s Bairro Alto and Bica: fun figures and fabulous views

Play a city game in Lisbon’s medieval district and go on a walking tour filled with narrow alleys, fado music, opulent buildings, and breathtaking lookout points, all brimming with history. Follow clues and solve puzzles and unravel Alfama’s past, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Lisbon. Are you ready to solve this mystery?Storyline:You are a Private Investigator in charge of solving the mysterious disappearance - and possible murder - of Teresa do Carmo. She is a famous fado singer, known as one of the Seven Grand Wonders of Alfama.Follow clues to trace the places where the “Fadista” was last seen and solve this mystery. Dive deep into Alfama’s neighborhood and meet eccentric natives and tourists - everyone is a suspect! Along your journey, you will feel the peril, the excitement, and wonder as you traverse seven grand wonders that only exist in the heart of Lisbon.

Lisbon Old Town City exploration game and tour

Bairro Alto

You'll explore the artistic neighborhood of Chiado, cross the famous Pink Street, enjoy breathtaking views of the 25th of April Bridge, discover landmarks (MAAT, Electricity Museum...) along the Tagus River, and then the iconic Belém Tower. Appreciate nature at Monsanto and the elegance of the Amoreiras district, experience the authenticity of Tram 28, and revisit Chiado in a dynamic atmosphere. This experience blends adventure, cultural immersion, and stunning landscapes, providing unforgettable memories of Lisbon.

Lisbon Sidecar Retro Tour Great Escape

Viewpoint of Monsanto

Play a city game in Lisbon’s medieval district and go on a walking tour filled with narrow alleys, fado music, opulent buildings, and breathtaking lookout points, all brimming with history. Follow clues and solve puzzles and unravel Alfama’s past, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Lisbon.Each clue will lead you from one place to another by providing you with exact directions so you won't need a map, GPS, or guide. As you solve the problem and guess the answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked.Storyline:You are a Private Investigator in charge of solving the mysterious disappearance - and possible murder - of Teresa do Carmo. She is a famous fado singer, known as one of the Seven Grand Wonders of Alfama. You do suspect foul play, a crime of passion. Teresa do Carmo had a bohemian reputation, and maybe one of her lovers did the bad deed.Dive deep into Alfama’s neighborhood and meet eccentric natives and tourists - everyone is a suspect!

Alfama district in Lisbon exploration game and tour

Alfama

Discover the history of Lisbon on this full-day private city tour!Drive through the city's historic neighborhoods, starting with Portas do Sol and Nossa Senhora do Monte belvederes. Wander the winding streets of one of Lisbon’s oldest areas, and visit the Lisbon Cathedral, the oldest church in the city. You'll then head to the Alfama, walk down twisting cobblestone streets and stairs lined with quaint cafés en route to Belém. Here, you'll learn how the city expanded during the period of the “Age of Discoveries.”Next, you'll visit Jerónimos Monastery, one of Portugal’s architectural jewels, and see the defensive Belém Tower at the mouth of the River Tagus, and the Monument to the Ages of Discoveries. Enjoy free time for lunch and taste a traditional Pastel de Belém custard tart.In the afternoon, you'll head back to the city center, following the 18th-century aqueduct and the famous Tram 28 route. In the Baixa area, you'll learn how Lisbon was rebuilt after the devastating earthquake of 1755 before heading back to your hotel.

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