Lisbon Highlights in 2 Hours – Private Tuk Tuk Tour





Description
Learn the history and visit the most iconic neighborhoods of Lisbon A new Lisbon flourished from the 1755 Earthquake. A bourgeois area with beautiful Theaters, Opera houses, and Churches. All through narrow and wide streets, where Portuguese poets and artists made their headquarters. The area of Baixa, Chiado, Principe Real, Bairro Alto and Estrela were the places where the Portuguese aristocracy settled in, after the earthquake. Why not wander around and find out what they left for us to explore? One of the most cosmopolitan areas of the Capital. The glamorous and beautiful gardens of Principe Real, Jardim da Estrela, and Parque Eduardo VII. The Church of Sao Roque and the last big Church built in Lisbon, Basilica da Estrela. Sit back and ride with us without having to go up and down Lisbon’s steep hills.
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Itinerary
We will pass through downtown Pombaline and Chiado. Your guide will be ready to give you all the details and curiosities of this area.
Located in the continuation of the Largo das duas Igrejas, the beautiful Luís de Camões Square is a pleasant open space, embellished with trees and stone banks, and where the floor, covered with the famous Portuguese sidewalk, presents geometric effects and drawings alluding to the sea, the mermaid and the caravel. Your guide will bring you more details of the place.
Get to know the details of the Church of Sao Roque and all the curiosities of this point
An imposing view of Lisbon. At this point your guide will show you Lisbon from a unique point of view.
In this place, it is possible to feel the city's climate in a more authentic way, as if you were a resident, but without missing the tourist attractions.
See the imposing building of the Assembly of the Republic is the legislative body of the Portuguese State.
Discover the Basilica da Estrela monument, rich in details and history. Also known as the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, it is one of the most important monuments of the 18th century in Lisbon. The Baroque style predominates throughout the building, although the central body of the façade is in neoclassical style. Of particular note are the baroque statuary and the harmonious interior, where the use of marble stands out. Still inside, we can see the admirable nativity scene by Machado de Castro (18th century), with figures in cork and terracotta.
This garden is breathtaking! Located at the top of Avenida da Liberdade, it offers an excellent panoramic view over the city. Initially called Parque da Liberdade, it was renamed after the King of England when he visited Lisbon in 1903. Since its origins, this park has been the stage for fairs, exhibitions and entertainment. Its structure, with a grass-covered central strip, flanked by a Portuguese pavement walkway, was designed by architect Keil do Amaral, constituting an important milestone in the urban evolution of the city.
See the statue of Marques de Pombal and discover the details of the history of this important figure in Lisbon's history.
Discover Lisbon's main avenue. Inspired by the Champs-Élysées, in France, Avenida da Liberdade is 90 meters wide and 1,100 meters long, has several lanes and sidewalks in Portuguese style with beautiful gardens. Ideal for shopping.
We will end this memorable experience at Restauradores Square. Praça dos Restauradores is a large square in the historic center of Lisbon, which is close to the famous Rossio Square. Praça dos Restauradores honors those who fought in the War of Restoration and celebrates the liberation of Portugal from Spanish rule in 1640.
The Elevador de Santa Justa, also referred to as Elevador do Carmo, is a public transport system located in the center of Lisbon, in the district of the same name, in Portugal. (Stop for historical clarification only / Entrance ticket €5.30).
Convento do Carmo de Lisboa is a former convent of the Order of Carmelites of the Ancient Observance located in Largo do Carmo. (Stop for historical clarification only / Entrance ticket 5,00 €).
Praça de D. Pedro IV, better known as Rossio, is a square in downtown Lisbon
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Important Information
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 7 years old
- Alcohol consumption is only for travelers over 18 years old.
Reviews(43)
We had a wonderful morning with Ricardo. He explained us the city, history, fun facts, and tons of recommendations!
We had a fun time with Ricardo, touring around Lisbon with our 7 year old daughter! He was very knowledgeable and tried to keep it interesting for our daughter as well, including a quick playground stop at a beautiful park. Definitely recommend!
I did my tour with Alexandra and it was amazing! She was very knowledgeable and felt like an old friend. I highly recommend this tour!
Brilliant experience and got to see so much on a beautiful morning.Not too busy.The driver Jose,was so knowledgeable and patient.Highly recommend this tour.
Pedro was an excellent tour guide! Very informative, polite and friendly! You won’t regret taking his tour. We Learnt a lot!
Fun, smooth, and informative tour. Tomas was a fantastic guide — we loved it!
Highly recommended! Great guide, great route, and a very enjoyable tuk tuk tour. Tomas was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience smooth and fun. One of the highlights of our Lisbon trip!
We had the most amazing few hours with Ricardo. Orginal from Lisbon. His knowledge, love & passion for his city was infectious . It is probably the best tour we’ve ever had in any city. Really enjoyed it & feel a little closer to Lisbon with all our new knowledge.
Wonderful tour of Lisbon in Tuk-tuk with Matthew. Full of history and breathtaking views! I recommend, especially Mathieu.
Merci beaucoup pour ce magnifique retour ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié votre découverte de Lisbonne avec Mathieu. Il est passionné par sa ville et adore partager son histoire et ses vues spectaculaires. Votre recommandation nous fait très plaisir et nous espérons vous accueillir à nouveau pour une autre belle aventure à Lisbonne !
We had a great time! Alexandra was a fabulous guide! We loved all the stops for photos! Lisbon is a beautiful city and the tuk tuk was a great way to see it!
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that Alexandra made your tour special and that you loved all the photo stops. Lisbon truly shines when explored by Tuk Tuk, and we’re so glad you got to experience it this way. We hope to welcome you again soon for more Lisbon highlights!



