3-Hour Private Walking Tour of Lisbon Old Town and Alfama

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the famous Baixa district and its iconic squares, including Rossio
• 02 See the old medieval Cathedral and Lisbon's iconic streetcars on the hills
• 03 Enjoy panoramic views from the Portas do Sol and Santa Luzia viewpoints
• 04 Walk through the labyrinthine streets of Alfama, Lisbon's oldest quarter
• 05 End at the majestic Commerce Square facing the Tagus river

Take a stroll through Lisbon's old town and soak up the atmosphere of the city on this private walking tour. Explore the elegant Baixa district, climb Lisbon's historic hills past the medieval Cathedral, and enjoy panoramic views from Portas do Sol and Santa Luzia. Wander through the labyrinthine streets of Alfama, Lisbon's oldest quarter, and experience the city like a true local.

We will walk through the labyrinth of streets in Alfama, the oldest quarter of Lisbon, founded during the Moorish occupation.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Lisbon

Languages English, Italian, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Baixa, Alfama and Lisbon's Historic Hills

• We will explore the famous Baixa district, rebuilt after the earthquake of 1755, with its iconic squares, including Rossio, to feel the pulse of Lisbon.
• After that, we will go up the hills of Lisbon, passing by the old medieval Cathedral, where you will have a perfect chance to see the iconic streetcars going up and down the hills.
• Once we reach the top of Lisbon's oldest hill, where the imposing St. George's Castle stands, we will enjoy great panoramic views from the Portas do Sol and Santa Luzia viewpoints.
• We will walk through the labyrinth of streets in Alfama, the oldest quarter of Lisbon, founded during the Moorish occupation. We will end our tour on the waterfront at Commerce Square, Lisbon's majestic square facing the Tagus river.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• A 3-hour walking tour discovering Lisbon's old town
• An officially licensed and certified guide with 20 years of professional experience
• A passionate guide who loves her work and enjoys sharing her knowledge with travellers who want to get to know the real Lisbon and have a direct view of the city and the country in general
• Full insight into Lisbon's hidden gems

What's Not Included

• Any type of personal expenses
• Meals
• Gratuities
• Entrance fees to monuments and museums
• Transportation

What to bring

• Good mood and enthusiasm to discover this magnificent city
• Comfortable shoes
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen on the hottest days and a hat

Know before you go

• Meeting point will be Rossio Square, a very famous and central square in the heart of the old town.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Rossio Square, Baixa de Lisboa, Margueira, 1100-052 Lisboa, Portugal

Tour start

Baixa de Lisboa, Margueira, 1100-052 Lisboa, Portugal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.