LISBON
Lisbon’s best days out.
Our pick of the 15 most popular historical tours, with what each one includes, what it costs, and who runs it.
A 3-hour Lisbon walking tour linking Bairro Alto, Alfama, viewpoints, tram ride, and key churches, with coffee and cake included.
Most Popular“We had the most fabulous time - truly could not have asked for a better introduction to the city. We were met with kindness, honesty, and humor. Not a question went unanswered. Thank you!!!”
A 50-minute, small-room fado show in Lisbon’s Baixa Chiado with award-winning singers, no microphones, and a glass of Port wine.
“The show was INCREDIBLE!!!! Amazing voices, fantastic organization, excellent program and very intimate setting. We loved it! Absolutely loved how they engaged the guests. We sang, we cried, we laughed and hands are still in blisters from clapping! Best show! Thank you”
Lisbon Fado in a centuries-old stone venue with a glass of Portuguese wine, plus song-by-song history in about 50 minutes.
“It was very cosy which added to the emotion of the performance. Show was well worth it, service and drink included excellent, was running on time. Would recommend.”
A 2-hour Lisbon sunset or daytime sailing cruise on the Tagus with green wine, small-group history, and landmark views.
“We had a wonderful time, weather was perfect and we enjoyed learning some local history whilst seeing the sights of Lisbon. Would definitely do this again.”
Private electric tuk-tuk follows Lisbon’s Tram 28 with local storytelling and miradouro views, avoiding crowds and steep walking.
“History lesson. Grateful we did not have to walk up the hills . Glad to see so much of Lisbon by Tuk Tuk, could not have seen all of it walking around”
A 3-hour Lisbon Drunken History walk through Bairro Alto with 5 included drinks, bar-entry help, and spicy stories from the past.
“Kitara was a wonderful host, and I enjoyed getting to see a side of Lisbon I probably wouldn’t have explored much on my own!”
Private German tuk-tuk tour through Lisbon’s Alfama, Mouraria, Sé and Graça viewpoints, with São Vicente de Fora visit.
Lisbon sunset sailing on a 12-meter boat with Portuguese wine, river views, and quick history stops from Belem to the 25 de Abril Bridge.
A 3-hour Lisbon walking tour with an African history guide tracing Portugal’s Atlantic slave trade roots through streets, churches, and squares.
Ride an electric tuk-tuk through Alfama, Baixa, and key miradouros with a local guide, photo stops, and an optional Belém extension.
“Asif was an excellent guide with an amazing smile. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour. Would definitely recommend.”
Hop through Lisbon’s Alfama, Mouraria, and Graça by open-air tuk-tuk with hotel pickup. See Sé Cathedral, Portas do Sol, São Vicente.
“It was amazing ! Sergio was happy to take pictures for us and teach us all about local history and things to do. He truly went over and beyond .”
Guided trip from Lisbon to Évora’s Roman Temple and Chapel of Bones, with a traditional wine tasting in Alentejo.
“Great guide! It was a full day but very interesting and informative”
3-hour guided walk through Lisbon’s Jewish quarters, forced conversions, and WWII refugee routes, from Praça do Comércio to Rossio.
“She had excellent knowledge and explained everything clearly”
Ride an electric eco tuk tuk through Lisbon’s best viewpoints and historic neighborhoods with a bilingual guide, no queues, private group.
“Arthur was very passionate and informative! Great tour!”
2.5-hour private 100% electric tuk tuk tour of Lisbon’s hills, reaching hidden alleys, squares, and miradouros with a live guide.
“Very nice activity and a great tour guide who is very well known with the country and very friendly as wel”
Sintra and its palaces, the Atlantic coast, the river, and the old towns north and east. Pick where the day goes.
