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Viator · Private tour

Private Tour - African History in Lisbon

4.9(30)Lisbon1 hour
VIATOR4.9(27)TRIPADVISOR5.0(3)

Description

The visit is private tour, it shares a different perspective of Lisboa. This is a vision and true insight into the city's history, economy, and the people. Influence of Africa and history of slaves is part of our society, was part of the construction of city and we we ttell you more details. It will be a real experience, is not turistic experience or a postal card of Lisboa. We want the real city with you!

Tour Options

Private Tour - African History in Lisbon
  • Walking Visit

Itinerary

15 min

This visit focuses on African heritage and history in the city of Lisbon, the importance of slaves in the city's history and economy was a very latent reality in Lisbon from the 16th century to the present day. this trip brings together history, anthropology, and contemporary life in the city of Lisbon

15 min

We will connect with a history of black Africans and slaves in so many activities in this area of the City.

60 min

Typical area of Lisbon where the immigrants are part of the city and our heritage.

10 min

old fountain in Lisbon where slaves had their own tap to draw water

30 min

The main square of the City where was part the history of the City

20 min

It was a place of commerce in the city of Lisbon, where slaves also arrived from the colonies, particularly from Africa. It is a place full of architectural remains and many layers of history to talk about during a visit.

Highlights

Coffee and/or Tea

What's included

Included
Coffee and/or Tea

Traveller Ratings

4.9
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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(30)

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Martha_M
June 10, 2026
My favorite experience in Lisbon!

Filipa was an amazing guide. I appreciated how she explained the history thoroughly and in an engaging way and connected it to the present. The views were beautiful and the walking was relaxing.

Operator response

Thanks so much for your feedback. My work define part of my life and its a pleasure can share every day History, Culture and open new perspective about Lisbon. It was fantastic receveid you in Lisboa! See you soon Filipa

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Joao_x
May 29, 2026
Experience the echoes of Afro-Portuguese history with a passionate guide devoted to her mission!

Myself, my partner and adult child took this private tour on a beautiful warm day. Filipa, our guide met us at the door of the Rossio station with a welcoming smile, and thus began an engaging 3 hour tour where Filipa led us through a little known and appreciated aspect of the history of Lisbon- the contribution of Africans to this city. Filipa is passionate about her work, to educate the public to the voice of the unsung whose echoes lie in the very steps of some of the most visible locations in downtown Lisbon. I highly recommend this tour if you’re willing to go beyond the typical and learn the forgotten, and at times unsavory história de Lisboa. And if you can, cap the experience with a meal at one of Lisbon’s Afro-Portuguese restaurants recommended by Filipa. We had lunch at Mambo, and I can genuinely say it was one of the friendliest, warmest meal services I ever had anywhere in the world!

Operator response

The best part of work its when i can meet good people! it was a plesaure to share with you Lisboa. I hope see you soon in Lisbon! Best Regards, Filipa Oliveira

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Pamela_P
May 5, 2026
Touching

An eye opening and emotional experience. Filipa was amazing and very knowledgeable. She did such an awesome job taking you through the revolutionary experience. I would take her tour again and highly recommend. If your trip brings you anywhere near Lisbon, consider booking with Filipa ❤️

Operator response

I have no words, I have to thank you, it is very rewarding these words because they are indeed an encouragement for more difficult days. And this sharing is the best part of my days. All the best! Filipa Oliveira

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Carolyn_H
April 20, 2026
Exceptional introduction to Lisbon!

Filipina introduced me to a well-researched and historically integrated history of Portugal (generally) and Lisboa specifically! I was awed by her command of so much history that centers the integral African contributions to the Portuguese culture. Our tour was so thorough that I spent the rest of my week revisiting all the places on our tour for closer exploration. I will definitely return to Lisbon as a result of one of the finest “welcome to my country” tours I’ve ever experienced.

Operator response

I am grateful it aws fantastic to share with you my work and this perspective about the city. I hope see you soon, Kind Regards, filipa Oliveira

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Jericia_J
April 15, 2026
Experiencing Lisbon from a Different Perspective!

This was a highly informative walking tour highlighting the African experience and impact in Portugal. Filippa was very well versed on the history as well as passionate about the topic. I really enjoyed that it was a private tour- just the two of us- which allowed for more in depth discussion and questions. I would definitely recommend this experience if you are looking to explore Lisbon from a different perspective.

Operator response

Dear Jericia , thanks so much it was really really nice to meet you and share the true History of Lisboa. I hope see you soon again. All the best , Filipa

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Gwendolyn_I
April 9, 2026
African Diaspora in Lisbon

Our guide was very thorough and able to provide a different perspective to the culture of Lisbon and Portugal.

Operator response

Thanks so much it was great meet you in Lisbon and share with you the real History of Lisbon. I hope see you soon!

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Onyi_M
April 5, 2026
Private tour to learn African History in Lisbon

I enjoyed learning the African history of Lisbon. The route was perfect and I appreciate having a book to show the before and after. Filipa was very knowledgeable and I recommend this tour

Operator response

Thanks so much for your feeback it was a pleasure to share Lisboa with you my work is also a important part of my atitude in life and can do it everyday its a real pleasure special when i meet people like you. See you sson in Lisbon

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PHYLLIS_A
April 4, 2026
Fantastic - so interesting!

Filipa was so lovely and warm and very knowledgeable about this history - we saw many landmarks and learned about key historical figures and we also had some amazing discussions about history and current affairs over coffee and pastel de natas. I left wanting to research more about what I had learnt that day. Thank you Filipa! I will be back for more!

Operator response

Thanks so much for your feedback it was real pleasure to share with you Lisboa with with so many layers of History where the African heritage its so important

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Suzanne_C
March 16, 2026
What an informative and relevant tour!

This tour with Filipa was one of the best I have been on. She was friendly, informative and thoughtful in her analysis of the experience of African people in Lisbon, and Portugal as a whole since the start of Portugal’s existence. She also incorporated other groups of people and events in Portugal’s history into her analysis of the African experience then and now. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone and feel that it complimented tours I have taken in other countries but also more than stands on its own. I thank Filipa so much for providing this perspective!

Operator response

Thank you so much for this feedback. My work is a part of me, and having the privilege of sharing my studies, research, and perspective is a great joy. I'm very grateful to have met you.

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Darryl A
February 14, 2026
An eye opening experience!

An eye opening experience in learning African history in Lisbon!! Spending the morning on the walking tour throughout downtown Lisbon with Filipa, gave me a deeper insight on the contributions and struggles of Africans within Portuguese society dating back to the 16th century to present day. During the tour, she answered our questions with relative ease and provided historical information to serve as a visual aid to support her position. I recommend tourists to book a tour with Filipa to learn the African history of Portugal for it was well worth the cost! You will not regret the experience for persons will walk away with a different outlook on life!

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Operator response

Thanks so much for your important feedback ,my work its a important part of my life and indentity it was really pleasure sharing part of the history of Portugal and our society.

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