On this tour you explore the heart of the historic centre of Lisbon. By visiting the main squares and seeing the sites, seeing fabulous views from different viewpoints, exploring the oldest neighbourhood in Lisbon and one of the oldest in Europe - Alfama. Passing through the Comércio square and soaking in the view of the river right in front of it before finishing off in the iconic Chiado neighbourhood with the fancy boutique shops and historic cafés and passing by the Carmo square where the revolution ended with a final viewpoint from the Santa Justa elevator overlooking the city centre.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Part of the tour we offer you a local liquor called "Ginja"
✔ Breakfast
✖ Entrance to Sé Cathedral is not included - adults 5 euros, children from 7-12, 3 euros
✖ Entrance to Santa Justa elevator is not included. 5,30 euros return trip
✖ Entrance to Carmo convent is not included. Adults 7 euros, Seniors/students 5 euros
✖ Entrance to Rua Augusta arch not included, 3 euros for adutls
Departure & Return
Departure:
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The meeting point is at the Praça dos restauradores right infront of the obelisk.
Itinerary
1
Praca Dos Restauradores
On this square there are several points of interest such as the restauradores obelisk, one of the oldest hotels in Lisbon, the calçateiros statue, the Gloria elevator and the Avenida da Liberdade
Duration: 15 minutes
2
Monumento A D. Pedro IV
The centre of Lisbon. Many interesting points visible from here such as Carmo convent, Maria II Theatre and the Castle of São Jorge.
Duration: 15 minutes
3
Igreja de Sao Domingos
Another interesting point, with the São Domingos Church, the monument of the star of David and the oldest ginja shop.
Duration: 10 minutes
4
Praca Da Figueira
The market square of Lisbon, with many iconic sites such as the statue of D. Jõao I, the Confeitaria Nacional and the "doll hospital".
Duration: 10 minutes
5
Miradouro Chao do Loureiro
A fantastic view point right below the Castle of São Jorge. Many sites are visible from here, including the Tejo river and the 25th of April Bridge. Bare in mind, walking from the previous point to here should take approximately 15 minutes.
Duration: 10 minutes
6
We make a short break here at this pastry shop to try one of the famous custard tarts and a beverage. Here you can see them making the custard tarts.
Duration: 15 minutes
7
Miradouro de Santa Luzia
Another striking view point from a different perspective just on the top of Alfama and some beautiful tile portraits.
Duration: 10 minutes
8
Miradouro Das Portas Do Sol
From this view point you can see the Vasco da Gama bridge and the St. Vincent church.
Duration: 10 minutes
9
Calcada da Amalia
A fantastic cobble mural of the late Amália Rodrigues, our most famous fado singer.
Duration: 10 minutes
10
Alfama
Then we walk thought the oldest neighbourhood in Portugal, Alfama, exploring its narrow and winding streets.
Duration: 20 minutes
11
The oldest Cathedral in Lisbon is an symbol of the city. Opposite it is also the Santo António church.
Duration: 10 minutes
12
Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)
The biggest square of the Lisbon, right be the river. The grand entrance to the city coming from the river. Many points of interest here, such as the Rua Augusta Arch.
Duration: 10 minutes
13
Rua Augusta
A famous street linking Praça do Comércio to Pedro IV square.
Duration: 10 minutes
14
Chiado
One of the most emblematic neighbourhoods of Lisbon being a boutique and theatre hub. Many famous sites such as the oldest bookshop in the world, the Camões square, the Brasileira Café with the statue of Fernardo Pessoa.
Duration: 15 minutes
15
Largo do Carmo
This historic square is where the carnation revolution took place with the end of the dictatorship. It also has some historic sites such as the Carmo convent and the Santa Justa elevator access.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• It is possible to do the tour on a wheelchair or with a baby carriage, although there are areas with steps like in Alfama where you will have to carry the child/person.
• If you are very unfit I would advise against. Lisbon has 7 hills, you will be walking up and down for about 5 km.