Lisbon City of Spies Tour

5.0 (63 reviews) Lisbon, Portugal
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Duration2h - 3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

In the 2nd World War Lisbon swarmed with spies from the main sides in conflict. A Walking tour designed to find out how neutral Portugal provided the natural setting for conspiracy.
Inside the city of Lisbon both the Allies and the Axis kept impressive diplomatic services: probably the only place in war-torn Europe where all sides were able to meet on equal grounds. Lisbon suddenly became a true “nest of spies” as mentioned in several period chronicles and the “plane to Lisbon”, as an escape route in the movie Casablanca, remains one of the best known examples.

In this walking tour you will visit some of the sites related with the spy stories of:

The most famous spy Hotels in Lisbon
The refugees and the European fashion trends
The lonely fight of the Portuguese consul in Bordeaux
The most important WWII double agent: Garbo/Arabel
The story of the real James Bond
The Jewish gold and the tungsten traffic

What's included

  • Professional art historian guide
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Praca do Comercio
    20m
    the everlasting centre of power
  2. Municipal Square
    10m
    the beginning of the Republic in Portugal
  3. Pass by
    the Jewish gold and the tungsten traffic
  4. Praca Da Figueira
    10m
    the story of the real James Bond
  5. Praca Dom Pedro IV
    15m
    the refugees and the European fashion trends
  6. Baixa, Rossio & Restauradores
    Pass by
    the most famous spy Hotels in Lisbon
  7. Praca Dos Restauradores
    10m
    the most important WWII double agent: Garbo/Arabel

Meeting and pickup

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).

End point

Additional 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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