Lisbon E-Bike Tour Commerce Square, Mouraria and Alfama

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)

  .Comércio Square: This Square was the centerpiece of the reconstruction that took place after the earthquake of 1755 which has reduced Lisbon to rubble. In a privilege location, facing the river, this is the most popular square in Lisbon and one of the largest in Europe.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2

  Learn about Alfama's connection to Fado music. A genre so pungent and touching that it will not easily leave anyone indifferent. It's even said that Fado makes the cobblestone streets cry.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Panteao Nacional

  .National Pantheon: Also known as St. Engratia Church, it’s a majestic baroque monument that took three centuries to build (from 1682 to 1966) and is the resting place of the most important cultural and political figures in the country.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Mosteiro de Sao Vicente de Fora

  It is one of the most important monasteries and mannerist buildings in the country. The monastery also contains the royal pantheon of the Braganza monarchs of Portugal.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 5
  Miradouro da Graca (Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen)

  Graça is on the highest of the seven hills, Graça is located next to the iconic São Jorge Castle and this area is famous for its two beautiful viewpoints: Senhora do Monte belvedere and Graça belvedere, also known as Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen viewpoint. During the 20th century this neighbourhood became a residential area for factory workers mainly. At that time this neighbourhood was characterized by its courtyards, traditional taverns and grocery stores, hosted popular festivities and the first public school was founded here (Voz do Operário) as well as the arrival of the iconic 28 tram.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Castelo De Sao Jorge (Pass by)

  Crossover the castle coast, climb to Graça to see the most incredible picture of the Lisbon Castle.

  Admission ticket free
• 6
  Alfama

  Lisbon’s oldest neighbourhood and the most charming one, it’s considered the historic soul of Lisbon and its steep, cobblestoned lanes stand just as they were in medieval times. This area is best known for its fado houses and the great festivities of Lisbon which honors “Santo António” (St. Anthony) during the month of June, luring thousands of people into the streets. This neighbourhood resisted to the terrible earthquake of 1755 and this is one of the main reasons that contributed to the preservation of its authenticity. This charming area retains some of the Moorish atmosphere with its alleys, staircases and clothes drying on the windows.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Lisbon Cathedral

  .Lisbon Cathedral: Officially referred to as Santa Maria Maior de Lisboa (Patriarchal Cathedral of Saint Mary Major) is the oldest place of worship in Lisbon, dating back to the mid 12th century

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Praca Martim Moniz

  .Praça do Martim Moniz is located in Lisbon, near Rossio. The square honors the nobleman who, in 1147, helped D. Afonso Henriques to conquer the castle by crossing the door so that his companions could pass through

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 9
  Miradouro Da Senhora Do Monte

  ....See Lisbon Downtown , Tgaus River from one of the highest hills of Lisbon.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Participants should be confident bike riders. Lisbon's old town has steep hills and narrow streets.
• Minimum of 2 people to operate this activity. Adult pricing applies to all travelers.

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