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Live fado show with a glass of Port

  • About 50 minutes
  • Theatre-style seating
  • Explained in Portuguese, English
  • One of two venues in Lisbon’s historic centre — SĂ© or Baixa
  • 4.8(7,018 reviews)

Fado up close, with the songs explained

Male and female fadistas perform with Portuguese and classical guitar in one of two intimate venues: a stone-walled room near the SĂ© cathedral or a tavern-style space in Baixa.

Between songs the musicians explain fado's history, instruments and the meaning of each piece, so you follow even without Portuguese. A glass of Port or Moscatel is included.

Best for

  • A properly explained first fado
  • Before or after dinner; under an hour
  • Curiosity about the culture, not just the music

Highlights

  • Live fado by professional singers
  • Portuguese and classical guitar
  • Songs explained in English
  • Glass of Port or Moscatel

Itinerary

  1. Arrive at the venue

    Ahead of the show

    Seating is first come, first served at either the SĂ© or Baixa venue.

  2. Fado performance

    50 minutes

    Live singing and guitar, with the musicians explaining each song’s history and meaning.

What's included

  • Live fado performance
  • A glass of Portuguese wine or a drink of your choice
  • Spoken context on fado’s history and each song
  • Dinner — this is a performance with one drink, not a meal
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important information

  • Not suitable for children under 6.
  • Only the Baixa venue is wheelchair accessible.
  • This experience often sells out — advance booking is recommended.

Meeting and end point

Meeting point

One of two venues in Lisbon’s historic centre — SĂ© or Baixa, confirmed at booking.

Not included — arrive independently ahead of the performance time.

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A private car from your hotel to the meeting point, timed for your slot. Fixed price, booked on Meilora.

ToOne of two venues in Lisbon’s historic centre — SĂ© or Baixa, confirmed at booking.
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