Lisbon: Castle Skip-the-Line & Old Town (add-on Fado Dinner)

At a glance

Lisbon: Castle Skip-the-Line & Old Town (add-on Fado Dinner) is a 3h 15m small-group experience in Lisbon, Portugal, operated by Portugal, Me and You. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 73 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $67.57 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Tickets to the S. Jorge's Castle and guided tour, One glass of Ginjinha per person, One sweet pastry (Pastel de Nata or any other of your choice, we have hundreds of them!) per person.

Quick facts

Duration

3h 15m

Group

Small group, up to 20 travellers

Languages

Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 50m

   Skip the long lines and visit Castle S. Jorge, the best possible beginning for our journey. Accompanied by our expert tour guide, it will be your fist historical postcard of the city, where you will hear how it has been silently watching over Lisbon for nearly a thousand years!

2. Stop 2

   Lisbon’s oldest neighborhood and a beautiful maze of narrow alleys, hidden courtyards, and laundry flapping in the breeze. It’s where Fado echoes through the streets and every corner feels like a secret. Come for the history, stay for the vibes (and maybe get a little lost , on purpose). Enjoy a tasting of the traditional Ginjinha, the sour cherry liquor so connected with the city that it could not be left out of our tour.

3. Stop 3 · 15m

   Praça do Comércio, also known as Terreiro do Paço, is Lisbon’s grandest square and one of Europe’s most beautiful waterfront plazas. Once the site of the royal palace before the 1755 earthquake, it now opens majestically onto the Tagus River, framed by elegant yellow arcades and the triumphal Rua Augusta Arch. This iconic space embodies Portugal’s Age of Discovery, where explorers once departed for distant lands, and today it pulses with life, blending history, architecture, and culture. Cafés, street musicians, and the gentle sea breeze make it a perfect place to experience Lisbon’s spirit: open, luminous, and deeply connected to the sea.

4. Stop 4

   Lisbon’s classy bohemian quarter, where poets once sipped coffee and artists argued about art. Today, it’s a stylish mix of old bookstores, fancy shops, cool cafés, and street performers. Think Paris meets Portugal — with better pastries.

5. Stop 5 · 15m

   Tucked into a Chiado side street since 1732, Bertrand isn’t just a bookstore : it’s the oldest one in the world still running! Imagine centuries of readers, revolutionaries, and romantic poets browsing its shelves. Step inside, smell the paper, and time-travel with a good book.

6. Stop 6 · 15m

   Praça Luís de Camões, at the heart of Lisbon’s lively Chiado district, celebrates Portugal’s greatest poet and the golden age of exploration he immortalized. Surrounded by elegant 18th-century buildings, traditional shops, and bustling cafés, the square is a meeting point for locals and travelers alike, where the charm of old Lisbon meets its vibrant contemporary rhythm. At its center stands the statue of Camões, watching over the city’s creative pulse. We end our tour here with a delicious tasting of the famous Pastel de Nata at Manteigaria, Lisbon’s beloved custard tart bakery, where the scent of cinnamon and warm pastry perfectly concludes your journey through Lisbon’s history and flavor.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Important Note: We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 21 years old and above. Minor travelers below 21 years old will not be served alcoholic drinks.

Cancellation policy

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

Frequently asked questions