Alfama Tour in Lisbon Old Town: Immerse in Portugal's Oldest District's Culture and History

Immerse yourself in the culture and history of Alfama, Portugal’s oldest district, on this engaging walking tour. Discover the narrow streets, colorful houses, and rich traditions that make Alfama unique. Get insider tips and explore 3,000 years of history in Lisbon. Book your ticket now!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Casa dos Bicos-Museu de Lisboa - Look for the Blue Umbrellas and prepare yourself to start a journey into the soul of Lisbon.
What's Included
  • Enjoy Lisbon with dozens of expert suggestions
  • Discover great stories about Lisbon’s culture and traditions
  • Tour with a passionate and informative guide
What's Not Included
  • Tips at the End to Value the Guides’ Efforts.
  • Any Food or Beverages.
  • Lisbon Cathedral, better known as Sé de Lisboa, cost of entry 5€
Additional Information

Discover the core of Portuguese city, its oldest quarter, Alfama, through this complimentary expedition. The journey unfolds the labyrinthine narrows of Alfama, with its vibrant petite dwellings, balconies, and tiled façades. You will uncover the distinctive traditions, folklore, and cultural elements that shape the unique identity of the ‘Alfacinhas’….

Location
R. dos Bacalhoeiros 12A
Rua dos Bacalhoeiros
This ticket guarantees your place on our Alfama Free Tour. A Free Tour is a walking tour where passionate guides do their best to guarantee you an unforgettable experience. Look for the Blue Umbrellas right in front of Casa dos Bicos and immerse yourself in the soul of our city.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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64tym
Mar 29, 2025
Have fun while learning... - Great history lesson made fun. Very knowledgeable and engaging. A very nice way to spend the afternoon getting an overview of the area.
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Meander46579204418
Mar 26, 2025
Laura for ever!!! - Great choice .. nice and competent. Tour of about 2.5 hours with short stops for really useful historical notes. Definitely recommended Laura and clear and interesting for the explanations offered
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R1079ztgabrielal
Mar 25, 2025
Alfama Tour with Franco a 10! - We did the tour of Alfama and we got Franco as a guide. Frank a genius. Super friendly, lots of information and very entertaining. We arrived at the tour without much desire and leave super happy. Thanks Franco!
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Margheritam878
Mar 25, 2025
Great tour of Alfama with Hugo - We’ve been here with the guide Hugo. He’s been excellent!!! He was very friendly and knowledgeable: he answered all of our questions the best kind of guide you can find! it was a great experience :)
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Patreb13
Mar 25, 2025
Alfama Otherwise I love - discover the Alfama neighborhood with Claudia a real happiness, she has a lot of knowledge, humor and a real beautiful awareness of the realities of her Portugal. Beautiful discoveries through alleys where we saw with her the best. To be made and remade. Thanks Claudia.
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968guadalupen
Mar 24, 2025
Amazing. - Mariana made the tour amazing. We were fortunate that someone so dedicated to his work managed to make us feel the energies of Alfama, empathize with its history, admire its beauty and truly know its culture. It was definitely the best tour I did! Gracias Mariana.
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D170nojorgea
Mar 24, 2025
Everything perfect with Kike - The guai Kike, was very entertaining, and explained all the customs of the neighborhood and how its people lived all perfect very professional and knowledgeable of the area and its history
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T5976ttelenac
Mar 24, 2025
The soul of Lisbon - Elvira made us live the story in the alleys of this Alfama, telling it from the heart. Appreciated in particular the "hidden" part of which made us discover the soul. Not to be missed... Obrigada!
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A6540fkjennyr
Mar 24, 2025
Alfama Tour with Celia, a success. - Our guide Celia made the visit to the neighborhood of Alfama very enjoyable with her unease and sympathy. He taught us the reality of the neighborhood and the viewpoints. He also gave us many tips for the rest of our stay in the city.
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Josemauricios2018
Mar 24, 2025
Aldana tour con Celia - Fully recommended, Celia's dedication and attention during the tour is excellent, and any additional questions or curiosities she is very attentive to.
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From $3
up to 6 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).