To India with Vasco da Gama Walking Tour

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2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Imagine a spy mission in 15th century Lisbon. It's 1498, and the city prepares to send the first expedition to mysterious India. The stakes couldn't be higher: Columbus and his Spanish caravels have reached an "India" in the West. Now the Portuguese try achieving their goal by heading east under Vasco da Gama's command. Who will claim India's spices and treasures? You're a Spanish spy sent by Queen Isabella: infiltrate Vasco da Gama's expedition at any cost. During this self-guided walking tour, you'll visit main historical sites in Baixa and Alfama, learn fascinating facts and immerse yourself in a spy adventure where YOU are the hero. Encounter enemies, play subtle games with astronomers, captains and navigators, then charm da Gama and the king. For 2 hours, become Agent 007 of the Age of Discoveries — a hero in a stunning historical thriller. You'll get an email with a link and a code after purchase. Go to the starting point when you're ready, start the tour, and let it lead the way

What's Included

Audiovisual content

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Praça do Comércio
End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)

    A magnificent square built on the site of the Ribeira royal palace, which was destroyed by the Great Earthquake of 1755. In the center of the square stands an equestrian statue of King Jose I

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Rua Augusta

    A lively pedestrian street in the heart of Lisbon, with numerous shops and cafes, leading from the Arc de Triomf to Rossio Square

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Praca Dom Pedro IV

    Its another name is Praca do Rossio. One of the oldest squares in Lisbon, where touradas, military parades and auto-da-fés were once held

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The famous church where Jews who converted to Catholicism were forced to pray. It was here that the Lisbon Massacre began in 1506. Autos-da-fés were held in front of the church

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Lisbon Cathedral

    Lisbon Cathedral, built after the city was recaptured from the Moors. Afonso IV converted the cathedral chapel into a pantheon for himself and his family

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Castelo De Sao Jorge

    Royal Castle, taken by Afonso Henriques, the first king of the Portuguese, from the Moors. Here the Portuguese kings lived until the Age of Discovery, when King Manuel the Fortunate moved to the new Ribeira Palace (now Praça do Comercio)

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Miradouro Das Portas Do Sol

    Viewpoint next to the Church of Santa Luzia, which offers stunning views of the city and the Tagus

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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