Portugal · LISBON TOURS
Lisbon is seven hills and a river, and the good tours are the ones that stop you walking up all of them. These 15 cover the tram-and-viewpoint runs, the Alfama food nights, the Tagus at sunset and the day trips that actually fit around a train.
Pay what you think it is worth, a 2.5-hour walk through central Lisbon squares, churches, viewpoints, and cafés, ending at Praça do Comércio.
“Great tour for city for orientation when first arriving in Lisbon - three neighborhoods and great views. take free tours.com”
Lisbon day trip to Sintra, Quinta da Regaleira, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca and Cascais, with guided history and big Atlantic views.
“I had a wonderful trip to Sintra. Our guide, Pedro was excellent, very knowledgeable and friendly and helpful. As I have some mobility issues Pedro really looked after me which made the trip all that more special. Sintra is a lovely place and definitely worth a visit”
Lisbon Card covers 24-72 hours of public transport and free or discounted admission to many top sights plus perks in shops and restaurants.
“If you use the transportation and go to just a few of the museums on the list the card is very worthwhile!”
Jerónimos Monastery ticket for Belém, with Manueline cloisters, Vasco da Gama and Camões, plus UNESCO-level architecture by the Tagus.
“Check you get into the correct queue! It is on the LHS.”
A 3-hour Lisbon walking tour with viewpoints, Bairro Alto and Alfama, an iconic tram ride, plus coffee and cake for $29.
“This is an absolute must do if you are in Lisbon. Beatrice was the most fantastic, fun, informative, knowledgeable guide and we were very lucky to have her. Her extensive knowledge and clear passion for her home country shone through and made this a very interesting tour. It’s accessible for people who aren’t really fit - lots of stopping, plenty of photo opportunities, a chance to see Lisbon from a local’s viewpoint and knowledge, a tram ride, pastry and a coffee. It’s a definite must do.”
Lisbon sunset boat party on the Tagus River with a DJ and open bar, passing Commerce Square, 25 de Abril Bridge, and Belém Tower.
“We discovered this event by chance and it was a very pleasant experience at an almost negligible price.”
A 10-hour guided day trip from Lisbon to Sintra, Pena Palace, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais, with free time and sea views.
“Our guide was personable and adaptable. She accommodated the group and requests. It was rainy, windy, and foggy. She changed up the trip to adjust to the conditions. I told her I wanted to go to dinner with Fado, and she called for me and the owner squeezed in a little table for me! She definitely went above and beyond!”
Oceanário de Lisboa ticket for Europe’s largest indoor aquarium, with 8,000+ sea creatures, sharks, coral reefs, and rare sea otters.
“I like the big aquarium. It would be. cool if I could pet those pinguins though. They are adorable.”
Private 4-hour electric tuk-tuk tour of Lisbon with hotel pickup, viewpoints, Belém highlights, and live English stories.
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Even on a truly miserable rainy day, Antonio was absolutely exceptional. His depth of knowledge, warmth, and enthusiasm made Lisbon fascinating and enjoyable from start to finish. He went above and beyond to keep the experience engaging and comfortable, and his passion for the city is contagious. What could have been a washout became a highlight of our trip. Antonio is a phenomenal guide — highly, highly recommend.”
Small-group day trip from Lisbon to Sintra and Cascais, optional Pena Palace entry, Cabo da Roca cliffs, and Atlantic coast views.
“Ana was a great guide, it was good to have someone take us around rather than us try to figure it out via public transpo”
Guided Sintra and Cascais day trip with Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, Cabo da Roca cliffs, Guincho views, and Cascais free time.
“the places are very beautiful especially Pena palace and Regaleria. the guide Ivo was very helpful with information about places, food and culture, and entertaining, and the driver Filipe gave us a comfortable ride throughout the trip”
Small-group Lisbon food and wine tour with 7 tastings across 5 spots, plus Fado VIP access and a pastel de nata finale.
“I had a great time on this tour. Fred set the mood for fun and camaraderie right from the start. All the tastings were delicious, a good variety of dishes to sample- and all in all an excellent introduction to the city via its food and drink.”
Lisbon to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais in one day, with hotel pickup, a guided Pena visit, and ocean views.
“Luis was a great tour guide. He was punctual in picking us up and was also very knowledgeable about the palace and the history behind various sightseeing locations.”
Lisbon’s intimate, no-mic fado show with port wine at Lisboa em Fado. 50 minutes of live fado, guitar, and storytelling.
“The artists and the ambience were mind blowing. Truly an unforgettable experience on my last night in Lisbon. :) Highly recommend!!”
Stroll Lisbon’s Alfama with a small English guided walk, pay what you want, hit fountains, churches, murals, and miradouros in 2.5 hours.
“Knowledgeable guide, full of information about the area. Nice time. The cherry liqueur in dark chocolate cup was great!”
Pick the coast, the wine, the water or the walk.
