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Traditional Fisherman’s Food Experience, Private Tour

4 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 4 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

Delve into Portugal’s traditional fishing heritage on this private guided fishing experience from Lisbon that includes a traditional lunch. This tour offers a view of Lisbon’s fishing culture that’s not often seen by travellers. You will explore a traditional fishing village near the capital and learn the local lifestyle. During the tour, stop for lunch in Setúbal, a traditional fishing town filled with a classic rustic appeal.
Being a private tour, participants will be just you (your group) and your guide.

What's Included

  • Transportation by private air-conditioned car/van;
  • Guaranteed to skip ticket lines.
  • Pick up and drop off at a hotel/Airbnb in Lisbon or from cruise port;
  • Any other items not mentioned in the program
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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

Parque Natural da Arrabida

Your day start by being picked-up at your hotel, airbnb or cruise port in Lisbon for your private tour. After crossing Lisbon’s old bridge, you will travel to the Arrábida Mountain Range. Reaching the Arrábida 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, before reaching the historical centre of Setúbal.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Mercado do Livramento

Reaching Setúbal, you will explore the Livramento Market, that in June/2015, was considered by USA Today Travel (Food & Wine), one of the 10 best fish markets of the world. The market’s distinctive tiled walls, called “Azulejos”, depicting 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

Baia de Setubal

Next will be LUNCH TIME ;-) For this, you will have lunch at a typical family run fisherman´s restaurant, where you will eat a delicious and traditional Atlantic meal. Depending on the morning´s catch, you could have Dourada (Sea Bream), Robalo (Sea Bass), Espadarte (Swordfish/Marlin), Sardinhas (Sardines), Carapaus (Horse Mackerel), Lulas (Squid), Chocos (Cuttlefish) and many others. With that, you have simple but very good homemade side dishes that the fisherman traditionally eat. Talk with your guide and choose if you want to have a more “adventurous” or "keeping things simple” meal.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Forte de Sao Filipe

Time permitting, 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 minute • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Tour itinerary is subject to favorable weather conditions.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Traditional Fisherman’s Food Experience, Private Tour?

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;
  • Guaranteed to skip ticket lines.
  • Pick up and drop off at a hotel/Airbnb in Lisbon or from cruise port;
  • Traditional fisherman’s lunch (mainly fish tasting);
  • Private tour with Professional guide. Participants will be you and your guide;
  • Any other items not mentioned in the program

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Tour itinerary is subject to favorable weather conditions.

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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).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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