Lisbon highlights walking tour
- About 3 to 4 hours
- Small group
- English
- Praça Dom Pedro IV (Rossio)
- 4.9(5,497 reviews)
Lisbon's historic core in one walk
From Rossio through Chiado's café-lined streets to Baixa's post-earthquake grid, ending in medieval Alfama by the Castelo de São Jorge: the shape of the city before you explore any part in depth.
The guide covers the 1755 earthquake that flattened much of Lisbon and points out cafés, shops and viewpoints worth returning to.
Best for
- An orientation walk on arrival
- Walking rather than a coach or tuk-tuk
- An affordable, unhurried three to four hours
Highlights
- Rossio and São Domingos church
- Chiado's café culture
- Praça do Comércio and the Rua Augusta Arch
- Alfama and São Jorge Castle from outside
Itinerary
Meet at Rossio
At your booked timeMeet your guide at Praça Dom Pedro IV and begin toward Restauradores and Avenida da Liberdade.
Chiado
Mid-morningThe pastel-coloured façades and museums of Chiado.
Baixa
MiddayPraça do Comércio and the story of the district’s rebuilding after the 1755 earthquake.
Alfama
Final stretchThe medieval old town and views up to the Castelo de São Jorge.
What's included
- A local guide throughout
- Local taxes
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Important information
- Not wheelchair accessible; a moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
Meeting and end point
Meeting point
Praça Dom Pedro IV (Rossio)
Not included — meet at Rossio and continue independently after the tour.
Get there with Meilora
A private car from your hotel to the meeting point, timed for your slot. Fixed price, booked on Meilora.
