Discover Lisbon’s history, architecture, and culinary delights on a guided bike tour. Taste Ginja and Pastel de Nata while exploring charming streets.
Discover Lisbon’s history, architecture, and culinary delights on a guided bike tour. Taste Ginja and Pastel de Nata while exploring charming streets.
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Alfama - The Alfama neighborhood is the oldest and most traditional in Lisbon.
Starting the tour in this typical area of Lisbon, very different from all the others, will allow you to get to know this neighborhood and better understand the city’s history and the way it grew. - Campo das Cebolas - At the end of the Alfama neighborhood, there is…
- Alfama - The Alfama neighborhood is the oldest and most traditional in Lisbon.
Starting the tour in this typical area of Lisbon, very different from all the others, will allow you to get to know this neighborhood and better understand the city’s history and the way it grew.
- Campo das Cebolas - At the end of the Alfama neighborhood, there is an area (Campo das Cebolas) of high historical value, the ruins of the ancient Roman port.
Here you will see part of the ruins of the port and learn about the influence and importance that the Roman people had in Lisbon and Portugal several centuries ago.
- Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco) - This monumental and wonderful square, facing the Tagus River, which was the ancient gateway to the city of Lisbon, is currently the most important square in the city.
Here we will make a stop so you can see the square, to explain why it is so important and also to explain how the devastating tsunami of 1755 happened and the social and architectural consequences.
- Rossio Square - After stopping at Comércio Sqaure, we will cycle for around 10 minutes, through the streets of downtown Lisbon, until we reach another important square in Lisbon, called Rossio.
Another wonderful square in our city, where the National Theater, Lisbon’s first major train station and the enigmatic São Domingos Church are located.
In addition to these monuments, you can also discover some of the oldest and most legendary stores here.
- Praca dos Restauradores - Another few hundred meters and we will reach Praça dos Restauradores, which has the monument in the middle to remember the restoration of Portugal’s independence in 1640.
Here it will be explained why Portugal lost its independence for 60 years.
Flanked by old cinemas and theaters, this square marks the beginning of Avenida da Liberdade, the most important in Lisbon.
- Elevador de Santa Justa - The monumental Santa Justa elevator, built over 100 years ago, is one of Lisbon’s best-known symbols.
Here we will make a brief stop to explain the reason for its existence and the great importance it had.
- Municipal Square - In this small square there is a beautiful building that is currently the headquarters of the Lisbon city council, but was the work place of the last kings of Portugal.
During this stop it will be explained how the monarchical regime was replaced by a republican regime in 1910.
- The Pink Street - This famous street in the city of Lisbon, until a few years ago frequented by sailors from all over the world, has changed its frequency and consequently its atmosphere.
Former cabarets gave way to very trendy bars and clubs, and today it is the most famous place for nightlife.
It is true that during our tour we passed through this colorful street during the day, but it is important for many to know where it is and it is a great spot to take some photos.
- Time Out Market Lisboa - Time Out is another icon that you will discover during this tour.
This building, where Lisbon’s former food market was located for many years, underwent major renovations and currently houses several dozen restaurants.
With a fantastic energy, this will be one of the places where you can find the most varied Portuguese recipes.
During our stop you will have the opportunity to visit the interior and taste the famous Pastel de Nata.
- Praca Duque da Terceira - This square located in an area called Cais do Sodré, where a train and ferry station is located, is the important connecting to several destinations.
Here we will give you tips on various things you can do in Lisbon, such as crossing the river to watch the sunset and/or visiting the beaches of Estoril and Cascais.
- Ribeira das Naus - Now, always cycling along the river, admiring the fantastic riverfront scenery, we begin heading towards our meeting point to end our tour.
During this final route you will have the opportunity to see the ruins of the port of Lisbon before the 1755 tsunami and the navy dock, with traditional boats, of Finnish origin, that have been working on the Tagus River for hundreds of years.
- Classic City Bike
- Helmet
- Classic City Bike
- Helmet
In just a few hours, the Lisbon city center bike tour offers a comprehensive introduction to its history, architecture and culinary delights.
The combination of historic sites, experienced guides and delicious tastings of Ginja and Pastel de Nata make it the perfect introduction to the magic of Lisbon.
Whether you are a history fan, a foodie or simply…
In just a few hours, the Lisbon city center bike tour offers a comprehensive introduction to its history, architecture and culinary delights.
The combination of historic sites, experienced guides and delicious tastings of Ginja and Pastel de Nata make it the perfect introduction to the magic of Lisbon.
Whether you are a history fan, a foodie or simply looking for a good experience to start your days in Lisbon, this bike tour is the ideal way to fit in and start moving around Lisbon.
From the comfort of a bicycle, embrace the breeze and let Lisbon reveal its treasures while pedaling peacefully through flat and charming streets.
This is the best way to start an adventure in Lisbon!
- All participants must know how to drive a bicycle
- Children for 5 to 12 can’t participate in the tour
- Kids for 0 to 4 can participate, we have baby seates on the bike
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.