About this experience
Bright landmarks, intriguing facts, and colorful everyday life - this route encapsulates everything you need to experience Lisbon. You will stroll through the streets of magnificent Baixa, the underground Rossio, the historic Alfama, and the romantic Mouraria. Along the way, you will immerse yourself in the spirit of Lisbon and uncover its main secrets!
What to expect
Baixa and Rossio: symbols and legends of Lisbon
From your first steps in Lisbon, you will be amazed by the splendor of Commerce Square, the luxurious Triumphal Arch, and the pedestrian street once frequented only by the aristocracy and bohemians. Brilliant Baixa holds many mysteries and captivating stories for you! For example, you will learn where executions took place in the past, why the cobblestone is considered a cultural monument of Portugal, and why the yellow tram is called a revolutionary. We will also find the square with the "King Handsome on Horseback" and the alley where splendid taverns and traditional Lisbon delicacies abound.
Alfama and Mouraria: the oldest streets of the city
In the labyrinths of historical quarters, we will discuss why the Moors built the streets of Mouraria and Alfama, leaving so many dead ends. We will meet the "village prima donna" of fado and discover where this unique genre was born. I will show you hidden viewpoints near St. George's Castle. I will help you notice interesting details in truly Lisbon decorations: cozy streets, tiny houses with door-windows, drying laundry, colorful ceramic tiles. And the smiling locals offering to taste homemade cherry liqueur will convince you that we have transported from the Portuguese capital to a small village.
Along the way, I will try to equip you not only with Lisbon legends but also with useful tips and life hacks that will come in handy throughout the trip!
Organizational details
- The tour is on foot, and Lisbon's streets are often quite steep, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
- I will conduct the tour for you, or another guide from our team.