Lisbon in One Day Historic Private Tour
At a glance
Lisbon in One Day Historic Private Tour is a 7h private experience in Lisbon, Portugal, operated by Around Lisbon. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $171.79 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off, WiFi on board, Bottled water.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 10 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 7h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- Portuguese, English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
This unique tour shows you some of the most beautiful views over the city, while taking you into a chronological trip of Lisbon's History.
Journey through ancient history on this 7-hour historic small-group tour of Lisbon, and ride through some of Lisbon’s oldest neighborhoods such as Alfama and Castelo.
Hop out to explore landmarks such as Lisbon Cathedral, Jerónimos Monastery, and Belém Tower. Sample a traditional custard tart from Belém, and enjoy stunning panoramic city views on your intimate eight-person tour.
What's included
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Food tasting
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Start your day with an amazing view of Old Lisbon, and learn about the first people that inhabited this region, even before the formation of Portugal.
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Stop 2 · 15m
On this second stop, observe the areas where the city grew to and listen to the History of the Christian Reconquer of the city, by our first King Afonso Henriques, in 1147.
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Stop 3 · 20m
Visit Lisbon Cathedral, built immediately after Christians took Lisbon, in 1147 and admire the church’s intricate stained glass rose window, reconstructed with fragments from the original, while learning about the reconstruction performed just last century.
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Stop 4 · 15m
Walk down and zigzag through crooked cobblestone streets lined with quaint cafes in Alfama, while breading and feeling the atmosphere of the oldest neighborhood in Lisbon.
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Stop 5 · 15m
Marvel at the stately Jerónimos Monastery, a national architectural treasure and visit its Church, where the tombs of Vasco da Gama and Luís de Camões rest among Kings and Queens and their family.
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Stop 6 · 1h 30m
Have lunch in Belém, while having enough free time to enjoy the area, where you can shop, visit museums or just enjoy a sunny day.
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Stop 7 · 10m
Head riverside to visit Belém Tower’s stone fortress, learning some more about the expansion of the city and the need to defend its entrance from the sea.
Photo stop (visit not included). -
Stop 8 · 10m
Visit the Monument to the Age of Discoveries, a celebration of this period of Portuguese History, while listening to your guide telling you about the Discoveries process, while admiring the beautiful engraving in the ground facing the monument.
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Stop 9 · 30m
Head back to the city center tracing your path along the soaring 18th-century aqueduct. Stop at the Amoreiras district to uncover a historic hidden gem, the Mãe d'Água Reservoir.
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Stop 10
Finish your tour in the Chiado neighborhood, and learn about Lisbon’s reconstruction following the devastating earthquake of 1755. Return to your hotel, or acquaint yourself with Lisbon’s nightlife from this prime locale.
Meeting point
Meet us at the Tourism Information Office at Palácio Foz, in Restauradores Square.
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Lisbon in One Day Historic Private Tour take?
The experience lasts about 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $171.79 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?
Hotel pickup and drop-off; WiFi on board; Bottled water; Private tour; Driver/guide; Live commentary on board.
Where does it start?
Meet us at the Tourism Information Office at Palácio Foz, in Restauradores Square.
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 Portuguese, English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Lisbon.
