Lisbon Private Tour – Bethlehem, Alfama & Historic City Highlights
Description
The Lisbon tour is different from other tours because it is an urban and historic tour, focused on the capital of Portugal, its culture, monuments and traditional neighborhoods. Here are the main points that distinguish the Tour de Lisbon. Tour of Lisbon – What makes it different ️ 1. Exploration of the capital Lisbon is the oldest still inhabited city in Western Europe, older than cities like Paris or London. The tour allows you to know: History Culture Gastronomy Architecture miradouros All within the city itself
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Itinerary
The Jeronimos Monastery is a Portuguese monastery of the Order of St. Jerome built in the 16th century. High point of Manueline architecture, this monastery is the most remarkable Portuguese monastic ensemble of its time and one of the main parlor churches in Europe. The Jeronimos Monastery has been classified as a National Monument since 1907 and, in 1983, was classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, along with the Belém Tower. On 7 July 2007 it was elected as one of the seven wonders of Portugal.
It stands out for its architecture as it is surrounded by decorations and coat of arms of Portugal, including inscriptions of crosses of the Order of Christ on the windows.
The monument is a symbol of the glorious past that the country had at the time of the great navigations, being a great tribute to the Portuguese navigators and depicting some of the motivators, poets, navigators and other characters that were part of this important history. erected in 1960,
Praça do Comércio is the most famous square and one of the most majestic squares in Lisbon, where was the former palace of the kings of Portugal. Situated on the Tagus River, Praça do Comércio seems to want to envy the beauty of the river, its size and mesmerizing color. This is one of the largest squares in Europe with about 36000m².
Alfama is one of the most genuine neighborhoods in Lisbon, its architecture features peculiar characteristics of old and colorful buildings that give it a character of joy and tranquility. Walking around Alfama is an invitation to get lost among extremely charming alleys
Rossio Square, also known as Dom Pedro IV Square, is one of the most beautiful and oldest squares in the Portuguese capital. Get to know the beautiful Rossio Square, which has been the heart of Lisbon for over 600 years and remains the meeting point of Lisbon and tourists.
Santa Justa Lift is one of Lisbon's truly unique tourist attractions. This 19th century industrial marvel transports passengers over 45 meters from the Baixa district to Largo do Carmo. The exterior structure is adorned with glorious neo-Gothic arches and geometric patterns, while inside it, two sumptuous polished wood carriages carry passengers in a grand style.
It was the heart of romantic and bourgeois 19th century Lisbon. Today Chiado is once again an important center of commerce in Lisbon, being one of the most cosmopolitan and bustling areas of the Portuguese Capital.
Today, it houses cafes, theaters, galleries, shops and the ancient Bertrand Bookstore, opened since 1732. The centenary Café à Brasileira with the famous statue of Fernando Pessoa is on Rua Garret, one of the most vibrant of the region Bairro Alto, considered the area. bohemia of Lisbon, is a kind of extension of Chiado. It is frequented by intellectuals, artists, designers and of course attracts tourists in search of excitement and fine dining.
Walking around the castle, we can imagine a Lisbon of old, while we get lost in one of the best views of the city and the Tagus. Watching the skyline from its vantage points is a unique experience that falls in love with tourists and locals. Among the eleven towers of the castle, the gardens and the inspiring landscape, it is easy to understand the reasons why this emblematic castle is one of the most visited monuments in Portugal.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you up at any hotel or apartment in Lisbon
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(7)
Our driver Paul was amazing!! He had so much knowledge that he shared with us about all of the history of this great country. We felt like he was an old friend by the time the tour was over.
We had an amazing private tour around Lisbon, and our guide Paulo made the experience so smooth and relaxed He picked Us up in a confortable minivan for the four of us and gave us each a bottle of water . Paulo was incredibly friendly and super knowledgeable about the city's history and culture. He was also very patient, allowing us to take our time at each spot to truly soak in the sights and atmosphere. He knew every secret spot and perfect views of the city .you can tell he loves to show his city to visitors We started the day with a visit to the iconic Belem Tower, where we also stopped to buy the famous Pastéis de Belém. We went to a great food market, where we had a delicious lunch. We got to see the beautiful streets of Lisbon and stunning views of the city, and we ended the day at the São Jorge Castle, which offered even more fantastic sights. This was a perfect way to experience Lisbon in a relaxed and enjoyable way. We felt in no way rushed and got to enjoy each point at our own pace. Paulo had nothing but coolness and relaxed manners .he is a great guide Highly recommend this tour and especially Paulo as a guide!
This was our one tour to see Lisbon and learn about it's rich history, but instead of a guide a driver showed up who barely spoke English. He mostly dropping us and picking us up from locations, we were mostly self guided. He was kind and helpful where he could be but not being able to communicate effectively was a huge drawback. We picked a small group tour so we could have a personalized experience, instead we ended up trying to listen in on the larger groups to learn more than what we did with this so-called "private group" tour. Very disappointing. I could have just taken Ubers to all these locations and it would have been half the price of the tour. Don't recommend it at all. Maybe it was a part-time driver that showed up for us, but not something we expected with the amount we ended up paying for this tour.
Paulo is a great guy, he showed us so many marvellous places extra and gived great hints, atmosphere was great too
Paolo was prompt to pick us up in a clean and comfortable vehicle. He took us to all the best spots to see and visit in Lisbon. He was very patient, courteous and went the extra mile to meet our requests.
Paulo was great! Very professional, always on time, took us to all the best places and hidden gems with no rush. Knew where everything was, if you are ever in Portugal this is the person to contact for your tours. Paul, Victor and the family will see you next year! Thank you for everything.
This is our 2nd visit to Lisbon this year and we love this city! We chose to take a private tour to avoid wasting time on public transport and discover the most beautiful squares of Lisbon and Belem. It was a sublime day , and our driver Paulo was perfect because he speaks French perfectly and in addition he adapted to all our desires. So we all recommend this day and besides, the van was super comfortable. To do with friends or family or couple , everyone will be delighted!
