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This Lisbon Walking Tour will take you through the origins of Lisbon, behind the city walls and inside the Alfama & Mouraria district.
We start with the Phoenicians, who named it “quiet bay”, followed by the Romans – the first major settlers – to the Arabs, who shaped the old town alleys. The geography and climate of Lisbon were the greatest temptation for all the communities who settled here.
The old district of Alfama, sitting on the hill facing the river, still exhibits strong references to maritime activities, from fishing to freight handling, that were once on top of the job opportunities list. Its inhabitants maintain a unique lifestyle, with a strong sense of community, influenced by urban density and the narrowness of the streets, making these neighborhood a small village inside the big city.
The route continues into Mouraria, the old Moorish quarter and one of Lisbon's most multicultural neighborhoods ending at Martim Moniz.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
At the door of Tourist Office (not inside) of Ask me Lisboa — Praça do Comércio. This is located at the NORTHWEST corner, next to Cervejaria Antártida and Squisito Italian restaurant . Look for the Guide with a Lisbon Walker orange backpack (or Totebag with big logo).
Itinerary
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1Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)
the everlasting centre of power
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceicao Velha
Manueline Architecture
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Casa dos Bicos-Museu de Lisboa
house that survived the earthquake of 1755
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Lisbon Cathedral
the oldest church in Lisbon
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Igreja de Sao Miguel
the heart of Alfama
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Alfama (Pass by)
Maze-like streets in one of the oldest neighborhoods of Lisbon
Admission ticket free -
6Largo do Chafariz de Dentro
the meeting point of Alfama
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Museu do Fado (Pass by)
the soundtrack of Lisboa
Admission ticket free -
7Miradouro Das Portas Do Sol
a breathtaking view over Alfama, the Oldtown
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Museu de Lisboa - Teatro Romano
Roman Theatre revealed by the 1755 earthquake
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Igreja Paroquial de Sao Cristovao e Sao Lourenco
It's one of the city's rare temples that survived the great earthquake of 1755 almost intact.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Praca Martim Moniz
Ending Point
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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