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Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
Overview
Discover Portugal's history and culture as you explore the charming streets of Bairro Alto in Lisbon.
Experience the blend of traditional heritage and modern city life that makes this neighbourhood so unique. As you wander through its winding streets, you'll discover local shops, traditional restaurants, lively bars, and cosy cafés, each with its own character and charm.
You'll also get to taste one delicious Pastel de Nata, Portugal's famous custard tart, included in the tour! Along the way, discover the flavours and culinary traditions that make Portuguese gastronomy so special.
More than just sightseeing, this tour is a chance to experience Lisbon's history, culture, local lifestyle, and gastronomy. Hear fascinating stories about the city, discover hidden corners, and enjoy a memorable walk through one of Lisbon's most iconic neighbourhoods.
What's included
Insights and knowledge of Portugal culture and History
1 Pastel de Nata
Local expert & dedicated guide
History of Famous Monuments & Fun facts of Lisbon
Discounts for booking other Experiences for the rest of the day and night in Lisbon
History of earthquake and the destructions in the past
Private transportation
Entry to the Santa Justa elevator
What to expect
Praca Luis de Camoes
30m
National poet, author of the epic poem OS LUSIADAS which describes Vasco da Gama’s discovery of the sea route to India. It is said the he lost one eye in a battle in Ceuta. The influence of his masterpiece is so profound that Portuguese language is sometimes called ‘language of Camões.
Bairro Alto
30m
In the late 15th century, Lisbon was packed with people from all over the world, d PSp ue to the discovery time. There was a need of enlarging the centre and the place we know as Camões square today, used to be one of the entrances to the city. Earlier, we had the fernandine wall and the door of Santa Catarina at the place where today, after the earthquake, we have 2 churches (Encarnação and Loreto). On the other side of the wall there were areas that belonged to rich noble families and also, on the top of the hill a cemetery of the victims of black plague.
In 1506 King Manuel I. requested a relic of Saint Roque from Venice and placed it in a hermitage near the cemetery. Due to the demographic increase and the arrival of the black plague in the city, the less fortunate and the sick ended up moving to this area to be closer to the church. Meanwhile, an urban plan was developed to receive these people.
15m
The church and convent were built in 1389 after Nuno Álvares Pereira - a general who was helping king John repel the Castilian troops - vowed to build the world's most beautiful church if he would defeat the Castilians in 1385 at the battle of Aljubarrota. The Portuguese came out victorious and the general kept his word: he funded the construction of a Carmelite church and convent. After its completion in 1423 he joined the Carmelite order and spent the rest of his life in the convent.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Look for our yellow shirted team near the statue. Try to arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of the tour.
End point
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
