Through the alleys, stairways, and lanes of Lisbon’s old neighborhoods.
Fun fact: The best of Lisbon
Full description
Lisbon Cathedral, officially the Patriarchal Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Mary Major, is the oldest cathedral in Lisbon. Construction began in 1147, and it has been a National Monument since 1910. Architectural styles: Romanesque (predominant), Gothic (cloister and ambulatory), Baroque (main chapel). This church stands on the site where Saint Anthony was born, before he set out to preach around the world and eventually died in Padua. The current church was built in 1767, on the site of a chapel that had stood there since the 15th century. Notable features include the statue of the patron saint, which survived the earthquake; the crypt at his birthplace; and a painting depicting Saint Anthony with the most authentic features preserved in any known likeness. Pope Saint John Paul II visited in 1982. Alfama is undoubtedly one of Lisbon’s most fascinating and traditional neighborhoods! The name Alfama comes from the Arabic “Alhama,” meaning thermal spring—a reminder of the neighborhood’s past role in supplying Lisbon with water. During the Muslim period, Lisbon was concentrated in Alfama’s narrow streets, stretching up the castle hillside. Once an upmarket area, Alfama became a neighborhood of fishermen and sailors, and survived the 1755 earthquake. Although no houses from the Muslim period remain in Alfama, the neighborhood still retains an Arabic layout and is full of narrow lanes and courtyards. Its picturesque, narrow streets form a maze of flower-filled courtyards, little stairways, and washing lines swaying in the breeze from the River Tagus, just across from Alfama. Mouraria takes its name from the fact that, after conquering Lisbon, King Afonso Henriques confined the city’s Muslim residents to this area. The Jews, meanwhile, were confined to the Castle neighborhoods. The earliest examples of Portuguese Mudéjar art originated here and in the surrounding neighborhoods, paving the way for the Manueline style.
Route
Duration: 4 h
- Meeting point
On foot (15 min)
1Sé Catedral, Igreja de Santo António
Free time · 30 min
On foot (40 min)
2Tour, por dentro dos Becos e escadinhas e ruas de Alfama.
Visit · 30 min
Church of Santo Estêvão
On foot (14 min)
3Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
Visit · 15 min
On foot (10 min)
4Calçada dos Cavaleiros/Mouraria/(Paragem para degustar vinho do Porto ou taça de vinho Tinto /Branco)
Visit · 20 min
On foot (10 min)
5Praça Martim Moniz
Pass by · 10 min
On foot (10 min)
6Praça da Figueira
Pass by
- 7
Fim do Tour Praça D. Pedro IX.
For reference only: the route and times may change on the day.
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 h before for a full refund
Duration: 4 h
Private: your group only
Up to 15 people
Guide / driver speaks
Portuguese, English, French, Italian
Hotel pickup available
Sem recolha - os convidados, tem ponto de encontro com o Guia-Arco da rua Augusta.
What's included
A glass of Port or red/white wine
Guide
Not included
Food, admission tickets, water
Meeting point
Lisboa, Portugal
The exact meeting point is provided in the booking confirmation.
Also picks up in: Sem recolha - os convidados, tem ponto de encontro com o Guia-Arco da rua Augusta.
Important information
Not suitable for
- Babies under 1 year old
- Wheelchair users
- People with reduced mobility
- People with heart conditions
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. After that, this booking is non-refundable.
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VAT included
Questions and answers
Where is the pick-up?
At the hotel, rental or address you give when booking. The company confirms the exact spot and time.
Can I bring children?
Yes. Count children in the number of people. For child seats or other needs, write to the company through the booking messages.
Can we stop wherever we like?
On a private service the vehicle is just for your group: agree stops with the driver, within the service's duration.
Can I cancel?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. After that, this booking is non-refundable.
How do I pay?
Online, by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. You get the confirmation by e-mail straight away.
What if I have more questions?
After booking, talk to the company through the booking messages. Before that, write to us at [email protected].
