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Wonderful tour
Lots of hills and cobblestones but our guide made it all so interesting and humorous! Lots of stories and zig zagging thur the old part of the city
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Lisbon Old town Tour - Alfama & Mouraria
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $29 / person
- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 41 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Lisbon Walker
- Meeting point
- At the door of Tourist Office (not inside) of Ask me Lisboa — Praça do Comércio. This is located at the NORTHWEST corner, next to Cervejaria Antártida and Squisito Italian restaurant . Look for the Guide with a Lisbon Walker orange backpack (or Totebag with big logo).
Description
This Lisbon Walking Tour will take you through the origins of Lisbon, behind the city walls and inside the Alfama & Mouraria district. We start with the Phoenicians, who named it “quiet bay”, followed by the Romans – the first major settlers – to the Arabs, who shaped the old town alleys. The geography and climate of Lisbon were the greatest temptation for all the communities who settled here. The old district of Alfama, sitting on the hill facing the river, still exhibits strong references to maritime activities, from fishing to freight handling, that were once on top of the job opportunities list. Its inhabitants maintain a unique lifestyle, with a strong sense of community, influenced by urban density and the narrowness of the streets, making these neighborhood a small village inside the big city. The route continues into Mouraria, the old Moorish quarter and one of Lisbon's most multicultural neighborhoods ending at Martim Moniz.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Thu and Sun
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 29
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $29
In demand: 3 of the next 9 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 21.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Praca do Comercio
the everlasting centre of power
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceicao Velha
Manueline Architecture
Casa dos Bicos-Museu de Lisboa
house that survived the earthquake of 1755
Lisbon Cathedral
the oldest church in Lisbon
Igreja de Sao Miguel
the heart of Alfama
Alfama
Maze-like streets in one of the oldest neighborhoods of Lisbon
Largo do Chafariz de Dentro
the meeting point of Alfama
Museu do Fado
the soundtrack of Lisboa
Miradouro Das Portas Do Sol
a breathtaking view over Alfama, the Oldtown
Museu de Lisboa - Teatro Romano
Roman Theatre revealed by the 1755 earthquake
Igreja Paroquial de Sao Cristovao e Sao Lourenco
It's one of the city's rare temples that survived the great earthquake of 1755 almost intact.
Praca Martim Moniz
Ending Point
What's included
Included
Professional art historian guide
It includes tasting of the famous Pastel de Nata
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
41 reviews
How it compares in Lisbon
- Starting price $29 is 55% below the typical $63 for tours of similar length in Lisbon
Excurgo comparison of 4,272 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lisbon Old town Tour - Alfama & Mouraria take?
Lisbon Old town Tour - Alfama & Mouraria lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 12 stops.
How much does Lisbon Old town Tour - Alfama & Mouraria cost?
Prices start at $29 per person for this Lisbon experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Lisbon Old town Tour - Alfama & Mouraria run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Thursdays and Sundays, starting at 10:00 AM.
Does Lisbon Old town Tour - Alfama & Mouraria sell out?
It can: 3 of the next 9 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Lisbon Old town Tour - Alfama & Mouraria for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is At the door of Tourist Office (not inside) of Ask me Lisboa — Praça do Comércio. This is located at the NORTHWEST corner, next to Cervejaria Antártida and Squisito Italian restaurant . Look for the Guide with a Lisbon Walker orange backpack (or Totebag with big logo). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Lisbon Old town Tour - Alfama & Mouraria offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Lisbon Old town Tour - Alfama & Mouraria worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 41 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Lisbon Walker.
Reviews(41)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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What a great tour!
Today we had Jose tour us around Lisbon and it was just great! He was great! Funny, knowledgeable and just super family friendly. Kept us in the shade and kept us safe while navigating the streets. Couldn’t recommend it more.
D
A walk through history
Excellent tour. This was a nice complement to the Lisbon Revelation tour we had done the day before. Hugo gave us insights into the many cultures that compose the foundations of Lisbon. We saw many examples of the architectural remains of those earlier residents. Thank you, Hugo.
S
Excellent Alfama Walk
We met Pedro on a Sunday morning for a tour of Alfama. Pedro is passionate & animated about his home city & provided us with an excellent tour!
T
A farewell to Lisboa
After a few wonderful days,we had to say farewell to the Centre of beautiful Lisboa The last day we visited the highlights of the Centre. Busy,but with a nice atmosphere
J
Take two tours with Lisbon Walker
I highly recommend taking two tours, the Revelation Tour and Lisbon Old Town tour. The neighborhoods you will visit on the two tours are very different from each other and you will have a better understanding of Lisbon is you do both tours rather than just one tour. We had Jose as our tour guide for both tours. Our family agreed that Jose was an exceptional guide. He was knowledgeable of Lisbon’s history, did a great job explaining each stop on the tour, and kept us moving at a pace that was comfortable for all attendees. He had a wonderful personality and kept us entertained with non-offensive jokes and anecdotes. I also appreciated that he kept us in the shade as much as possible (it was very hot outside) and answered all of our questions.
S
An absolutely amazing day outdoors!
Lisbon is a buzzing, Lively, amazing town! I can admit: 'Portugal is underestimated and underrated'! No doubt. You can have a full week, outdoors, walking and visiting Lisbon, and you'll still not be able to see it all! It is alive. Colourful. Fantastic. With narrow street, full of tiny boutiques and local bars, or wide boulevards, with fancy restaurants, Lisbon is outstanding! Oh, and not forget about million of stairs to go up or down, everywhere! If you wish to reach 30.000 steps a day, that is easy and Lisbon is your place. The views from above, or below, are unbelievable! Recommend, Recommend, Recommend!
J
Very good guided tour!
Very good visit with the friendly Hugo who answers all questions. Pleasant tour, small group and informative comments!
C
A walking tour that educates, inspires and entertains
A very nice small group tour. Interesting insight into Alfaama. Steep in parts but worth the views. A very good guide with perfect English and very easy to interact with
K
Take this tour
Highly informative. Expansive. So happy we invested the time. Our guide Joseph was excellent … small group made the experience terrific.
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