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Historical Walking Tour of Lisbon

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Join our passionate guides on a captivating walking tour through the heart of Lisbon, learning all about the 3.000 year history of this magnificent city.

Learn all about the city's ancient origins and why many of the civilizations of the time came here for safe harbor. Revive the battles fought by the Portuguese Kings and the military genius of its Generals. How the Portuguese and the Lisbon melting pot ignited the Age of Discoveries, leading to the first global empires that shaped our world. Revive the terror of the 1755 Earthquake and how the city resurrected. Visit the art district which for centuries has enchanted poets, artists, and lover of the Bohemian.

By the end, we hope everyone from adventure seekers to history enthusiasts will have enjoyed exploring Lisbon with us as much as we loved sharing it with you.

What's Included

  • Hand-picked suggestions to enjoy Lisbon
  • Professional and passionate Guide
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Praça do Rossio
1100-200 Lisboa, Portugal

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Largo do Carmo
1200-092 Lisboa, Portugal

We end the tour in the upper part of downtown, where you'll enjoy a fantastic birds view of the city center.

What To Expect

Praca Dom Pedro IV

We start our journey in Rossio Square, or officially called Praça Dom Pedro IV, where you'll learn about the first inhabitants who established in the city 3.000 years ago whilst marveling at the intricate floor works of the square.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Praca Da Figueira

Our next stop is in fig tree square, where once stood the largest public hospital destroyed in the 1755 earthquake. Here you'll learn about the critical battles fought over the crown between Portugal and its neighbors.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Baixa de Lisboa (Pass By)

Walk downtown city through Rua Augusta, an emblematic street and Lisbon's main artery. Learn how the age of Enlightenment heavily influenced its architecture.
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Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)

City main square that for millennia has served as the entry point to the city. Listen to the fascinating stories of the Age of Discovery, the 1755 earthquake and the city rebuild efforts and heroes.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chiado

Lisbon's art district, bustling with life in cafes, theaters, bookshops (including the oldest in the world), and a nightlife meeting point for many. You will learn the stories of our proclaimed poets and writers. Also have a chance to visit the oldest bookshop in the world.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Largo do Carmo

This square hosts Convento do Carmo the second oldest building in the city, having barely resisted to the devastating 1755 earthquake, it has been a common place for the most emblematic social events in the countries history, including the 1974 Carnation Revolution, deemed the coolest coup in the world.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Elevador de Santa Justa

Have a break and enjoy a birds-eye view of Lisbon's downtown. Take note of the most relevant local tips for you to make the most of your stay in Lisbon, from local food to viewpoints.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Historical Walking Tour of 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Historical Walking Tour of Lisbon?
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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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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Hand-picked suggestions to enjoy Lisbon.
  • Professional and passionate Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Historical Walking Tour of Lisbon is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Historical Walking Tour of Lisbon will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Hand-picked suggestions to enjoy Lisbon
  • Professional and passionate Guide
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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