Lisbon City of Spies Tour

5.0
(52 reviews)

2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

In the 2nd World War Lisbon swarmed with spies from the main sides in conflict. A Walking tour designed to find out how neutral Portugal provided the natural setting for conspiracy.
Inside the city of Lisbon both the Allies and the Axis kept impressive diplomatic services: probably the only place in war-torn Europe where all sides were able to meet on equal grounds. Lisbon suddenly became a true “nest of spies” as mentioned in several period chronicles and the “plane to Lisbon”, as an escape route in the movie Casablanca, remains one of the best known examples.

In this walking tour you will visit some of the sites related with the spy stories of:

The most famous spy Hotels in Lisbon
The refugees and the European fashion trends
The lonely fight of the Portuguese consul in Bordeaux
The most important WWII double agent: Garbo/Arabel
The story of the real James Bond
The Jewish gold and the tungsten traffic

What's Included

Professional art historian guide
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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).

End point

Itinerary

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

    the everlasting centre of power

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    the beginning of the Republic in Portugal

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    the Jewish gold and the tungsten traffic

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Praca Da Figueira

    the story of the real James Bond

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Praca Dom Pedro IV

    the refugees and the European fashion trends

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    the most famous spy Hotels in Lisbon

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Praca Dos Restauradores

    the most important WWII double agent: Garbo/Arabel

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Lisbon Walker

Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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