Lisbon Walking Tour: Historic Strolls of the Old Town
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Step back in time and discover the charm, stories, and secrets of Lisbon’s oldest neighborhoods on foot.
Alfama is not only one of the oldest and most picturesque districts in Lisbon, but also was one of the only neighbourhoods, which was not destroyed in the 1755 earthquake. And so, the city still has kept its quaint familial charm. In fact, the moniker of this neighbourhood comes from the Arabic ‘Al-hamma’ meaning ‘hot fountains’ or ‘baths’.
It is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city, known for its narrow streets, traditional architecture, and vibrant multicultural community.
It was once home to Lisbon's Moorish population during the Middle Ages. Over time, the neighborhood became a melting pot of cultures, with people from all over the world settling there.
The duration of the tour is 2:30 hours.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Praca Dom Pedro IV
Rossio is the liveliest square in the city, where people stop to sit and relax, or for a drink at the several atmospheric cafés with outdoor sitting
Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II
A grand and charming 19th-century theater
Options
Spanish Tour
TOUR TO THE OLDST NEIGHBORHOOD Duration: 3 hours
English Tour
TOUR TO THE OLDST NEIGHBORHOOD Duration: 3 hours
What‘s Included
Intriguing stories and legends
Extensive knowledge of Portuguese history and culture
Discounts for other tours in the day and nights
History of earthquake and destructions in the past
Bottled water
Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour Guide
Sash P,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Vivian was very knowlegable and patient She was very good at explaining the history and answered all our questions.
Cancelled the tour when it was due to start
RS07030,Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00They cancelled the tour at the meeting place at the start time. Tarek, the awkward and unfriendly supervisor, just told me they weren’t going to run this tour - or the tour I had booked tomorrow at Belém. Clearly they show lots of tours as available but they just don’t bother doing them if not enough people book. It’s a huge waste of time - there are at least 2 other companies doing the exact same thing in the same square, and so they’ve totally wasted my time with their cynical approach.
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