Family Tour: Essential Lisbon
At a glance
Family Tour: Essential Lisbon is a 3h private experience in Lisbon, Portugal, operated by Little Lisbon - Lisbon for Kids. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 58 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $125.98 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Local guide, Private family walking tour, Local pastry (offered as a reward in one of the challenges).
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 6 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
This is a classic family tour of Lisbon - a perfect general tour to introduce you and your family to the historical sights, the best views and the main attractions of the city center. Around Baixa, Chiado, Bica and Bairro Alto, you are invited to discover some of the city symbols and the most relevant peculiarities of Lisbon and its history. This is one of the most popular tours for first-time family visitors to Lisbon.
In a fun way, you and your kids will learn about the most important symbols of the city and biggest events in Lisbon’s history: the conquest of the city, the Discoveries, the big earthquake, 'Carnation Revolution', and the ones that have contributed to build the city which exists today. Your guide will also talk about the typical cobbled stone pavement and the ceramic tiles in a fun and engaging way.
What's included
What's included
- Local guide
- Private family walking tour
- Local pastry (offered as a reward in one of the challenges)
- Family and kids activities, including child-friendly explanation and information
Not included
- Hotel pickup ad drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
Start your tour in the famous Rossio Square
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Stop 2 · 30m
Visit the heart of the city center.
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Stop 3 · 30m
Explore this neighborhood by doing a fun and surprising family challege: a scavenger hunt.
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Stop 4 · 20m
Ride the traditional cable car (Elevador da Bica).
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Stop 5 · 15m
Get to know the trendiest attration in Lisbon.
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Stop 6 · 30m
After meeting your guide, explore one of the most beautiful squares in Europe.
Meeting point
The starting point is in Praça Dom Pedro IV, also known as Rossio Square, in front of the National Theater, close to the water fountain on the northern side of the square. The closest subway stations are: Rossio (green line) and Restauradores (blue line).
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- A minimum of 4 people (2 adults + 2 children) per booking is required (or equivalent payment for smaller groups/families))
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Although it is very interesting, the city pavement can become very irregular. Also, because the city has many sloped streets (Lisbon is known as the city of 7 hills), it might become a bit difficult for baby strollers and pushchairs. If you need to bring one, make sure it is a light, thin one. Baby carriers, back carriers or woven wraps & slings are a good option for babies and toddlers
- Make sure you and the kids wear comfortable clothes and shoes. A coat or a sweater might be useful even in summer time, because it gets cold after sunset. In summertime, don't forget to bring a hat and sunglasses for all (Lisbon is known by its fantastic bright sunlight) and make sure you apply sunscreen before starting the tour. In winter or rainy weather, don't forget to bring a raincoat
- The total distance walked will be 2,5 miles approximately, including a tram ride on the steepest hill of Bica, if available (please note that the waiting line for the tram can quite long, as the trams depart every 10/15 minutes with a maximum capacity of 22 passengers inside and also the tram may be closed due to unexpected technical issues without prior notice - in these cases the group wil walk down the hill).
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Family Tour: Essential Lisbon take?
The experience lasts about 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $125.98 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Local guide; Private family walking tour; Local pastry (offered as a reward in one of the challenges); Family and kids activities, including child-friendly explanation and information.
Where does it start?
The starting point is in Praça Dom Pedro IV, also known as Rossio Square, in front of the National Theater, close to the water fountain on the northern side of the square. The closest subway stations are: Rossio (green line) and Restauradores (blue line).
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 58 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Lisbon.
