PORTUGAL · ALFAMA AND OLD LISBON WALKS
15 tours
Alfama survived the 1755 earthquake, which is why the lanes still run where the Moors put them and the 28 tram grinds up through them. Below are the 15 walks with how much climbing each involves, which include the castle or a tram ride, and which finish at a fado door.
A pay-what-you-want walking tour through Lisbon’s Alfama, with iconic fountains, cathedrals, and big viewpoint payoffs.
“Cecelia was awesome with the history of Alfama, she was very entertaining and is a great singer. We also got to try Ginja Very educational”
Private electric tuk-tuk tour of Lisbon highlights, with smart pickup, great guides, and lots of viewpoint time without endless walking.
“Antonio was amazing! Super informative and he customized the experience to us. Super accommodating and a great experience overall!”
Ride Lisbon’s hills by e-bike with a small group, hitting Alfama, Miradouros, and grand monuments like the National Pantheon and Sé.
“Our tour guide Peter was fantastic! Very knowledgeable and passionate about the city and history of Lisbon!”
Fado in Chiado in central Lisbon: 50-minute live fado show with male and female singers, Portuguese guitar, Lisbon visuals. $27.
“Excellent singers and musicians, great atmosphere and a fun and entertaining evening”
3-hour Lisbon walking tour of Rossio, Chiado and Alfama with pastel de nata, snack and wine tastings, plus revolution and fado stories.
“Carlos A was an awesome guide. he was very patient with our group and was open to answering all our questions. The small treats along the way added a nice touch to the entire tour.”
Skip the queue at São Jorge Castle with an e-ticket and offline audio on your phone, plus optional Belem Tower combo.
“the views are amazing. lots of history, not good for the mobility challenges.”
Taste 18 Portuguese bites in Alfama on a 3.5-hour small-group walk, with wine, viewpoints, and a plastic-free approach.
“My guide Raquel was amazing! Great energy, fun, funny, knowledgeable, and everything you would hope for in a guide. As for the tastings… this is an amazing lineup that is sure to satisfy most any pallet. I’m can’t recommend this tour enough. Fabulous. Obrigado. What a great afternoon!”
3-hour Baixa Lisbon food walk with 3 Portuguese tastings, 4 drinks, and classic dessert, guided in English.
“Telma was amazing and offered so many great historical facts about Lisbon. The food was delicious! Drinks great. Telma was outstanding!!”
A 3-hour Lisbon e-bike ride from Commerce Square through Mouraria and Alfama, up to viewpoints, with easy hill power and great stories.
“Carmen was great. Passionate, well versed and fun to be with. Overall a nice way to see Alfama. Thanks”
Skip-the-line access to São Jorge Castle with a guide, a quick intro, Moorish-era context, and 360 views over Lisbon and the Tagus.
“Joao was a superb guide! He was very informative without being overwhelming. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. I would highly recommend.”
Private tuk tuk through Lisbon Old Town and Alfama with scenic photo stops, flexible timing, and a local guide for about $35.
“Our Tuk Tuk guide Suman of TripZuo tours was friendly, knowledgeable and really enthusiastic about showing us around Lisbon. He took us to all the amazing sites and picture scenes we hadn’t even thought about. He was happy and willing to take many pictures of my husband and myself at all the best scenery and made a fabulous job of it. Many happy memories for us both so thanks Suman. Debbie and Leon”
Alfama walking tour, traditional dinner, and live Fado in Lisbon’s oldest streets. 4 hours, $58, plus 1 drink included.
“the tour was amazing, and our guide Catalina was lovely and very informative. She not only takes you to viewpoints for pictures, but she gives you historical and cultural insights as well. the food was delicious, and the singing was just as Catalina said...you feel it. there's uphill walking at a modest pace, but sprinkled with breaks so it's doable so long as you can handle uphill travel.”
Segway through Alfama and Old Lisbon on a 3-hour food tour with Portuguese tastings, ginjinha, pastel de nata, views, and wine.
“This was a fantastic tour! Simon was an awesome guide, riding the Segways was simply a blast, and the tastes we had along the way were delicious. Highly recommend.”
A small-group Lisbon food tour through Baixa, Chiado, and Bairro Alto with custard tarts, bifana, and grilled fish in under 4 hours.
“Great food and wine. Very knowledgeable guide. Would recommend you book directly through Eating Europe! It takes out the middleman. Carlos our guide was well versed in food, wine and history.”
Fado in Chiado offers a 50-minute live fado show in central Lisbon, in English, with guitar, two singers, and flexible seating.
“Great music in a lovely theatre. Fantastic lighting and performance. Perfect location in Chiado. Priced well.”
