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Historical and Natural Arrábida: Private Tour from Lisbon

7 Reviews 4.86 out of 5 stars Based on 7 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Lisbon, Portugal

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6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Marvel at the charming combination of history and natural beauty on this private guided tour of the Arrábida Natural Reserve from Lisbon. You will see the natural beauty of Arrábida Mountain Park, explore top cultural attractions like the Arrábida Convent, Forte de São Filipe and the renowned Livramento Market (oldest traditional market in Portugal).

What's Included

  • Transportation by private air-conditioned car/van;
  • Entrance Fees.
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines;
  • Lunch and any other items not mentioned in the description
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Meeting and Pickup

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Your meeting point is flexible, and to be agreed with your Guide. The meeting point will be at your hotel or accommodation, or your Guide will meet you at a convenient location close to your hotel or accommodation.

What To Expect

25 de Abril Bridge

You start by being picked-up for your private tour, at a hotel or AirBnB in Lisbon. On this tour you’ll visit the natural reserve of Arrábida, where you’ll take in stunning mountain views, and learn about the area’s history, experience some of its top products, and visit its beaches (during the summer).
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Azeitao

The first place we will pass is Azeitão, a picturesque region noted for its wines and cheeses. Maybe stop there and have your breakfast, tasting some traditional local goods.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Parque Natural da Arrabida

Reaching the Arrábida National Park national park, you will see the breath-taking views of the Sado estuary, which is listed as one of the most beautiful bays of the world. Being in a natural park, you have a few beautiful spots, where you can park and take amazing pictures of the mountain and the Atlantic Ocean. Along the way, you will stop to see from the outside the Arrábida Convent and Lapa de Santa Margarida, before reaching the historical centre of Setúbal.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Convento da Arrabida

Along the way, you will stop to see the Arrábida Convent, founded in 1542 by Friar Martinho de Santa Maria, a Castilian Franciscan who was granted the land by D. João de Lencastre (1501-1571), the first Duke of Aveiro.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mercado do Livramento

Reaching Setúbal, you will explore the Livramento Market. In June/2015, USA Today Travel (Food & Wine), considered this market as one of the 10 best fish markets of the world. The market’s distinctive tiled walls, called “Azulejos”, comprised of 5,700 decorative tile pieces, the wall panels measure about 1,259 square feet and depict scenes of everyday local activities such as fishing and farming. See an assortment of local seafood laid out on counters and get to know how the different fish actually look like… Sardines are a favourite at the market. According to the Portuguese National Tourist Office, Portugal consumes 13 sardines per second, during the month of June.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Forte de Sao Filipe

Here we will explore one of the first "star fortifications" build in Portugal, and take in the amazing views over the surrounding locations. Work on the fortress began in 1590 and was completed in 1600. The São Filipe Fortress, resulted of the orders of the king, for the fortification of the coastline that protected Setúbal and the entrance of the Sado river. The interior space, which originally included the Governors House and military. There is a small baroque chapel, still preserved, dedicated to Our Lady dated 1736.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Moinho de Mare da Mourisca

Next you’ll head to a very rare, restored tide mill that was built in 1601. This piece of industrial archaeology stands as a testimony to medieval engineering expertise. The mill still uses the tides as a source of renewable, non-polluting energy. Also you will be able to discover one of the biggest wetlands of Portugal.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Historical and Natural Arrábida: Private Tour from Lisbon?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Transportation by private air-conditioned car/van;
  • Entrance Fees.
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines;
  • Pick up and drop off at a hotel/Airbnb in Lisbon or from cruise port;
  • Guide will accompany you inside the locations/monuments to explain its history;
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  • Lunch and any other items not mentioned in the description

Additional Info

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  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).

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