Lisbon Private 3 hours tour

At a glance

Lisbon Private 3 hours tour is a 3h 15m private experience in Lisbon, Portugal, operated by Ticket Online. Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 39 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $100.78 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off as specified in the booking, English-speaking driver/guide, Tuk Tuk Vehicle.

Quick facts

Duration

3h 15m

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

English

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 · 8m

   The El-Rei Fountain, which will have been the first public fountain in the city of Lisbon, will have been built in the 13th century, in the reigns of D. Afonso III de D. Dinis, taking advantage of the excellent waters of the Alfama slope.
   
   Chafariz de El-Rei.
   The water plumbing from the spring to beaks outside the so-called Moura Fence will date from 1487, allowing the supply of ships of the Indian career.
   
   The current facade dates from 1864, having been topped the platibanda and placed the pinnacles and urns, in a classicist architectural composition.

2. Stop 2 · 5m

   The Church of Saint Anthony of Lisbon (Portuguese: Igreja de Santo António de Lisboa) is a Roman Catholic church located in Lisbon, Portugal. It is dedicated to Saint Anthony of Lisbon (also known in the Christian world as Saint Anthony of Padua). According to tradition, the church was built on the site where the saint was born, in 1195. The church is classified as a National Monument.

3. Stop 3 · 6m

   The Cathedral of Saint Mary Major (Portuguese: Santa Maria Maior de Lisboa or Metropolitan Cathedral of St. Mary Major), often called Lisbon Cathedral or simply the Sé (Sé de Lisboa), is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in Lisbon, Portugal. The oldest church in the city, it is the seat of the Patriarchate of Lisbon. Built in 1147, the cathedral has survived many earthquakes and has been modified, renovated and restored several times. It is nowadays a mix of different architectural styles. It has been classified as a National Monument since 1910.
   
   Ticket in not included price is 5€

4. Stop 4 · 6m

   The Miradouro de Santa Luzia is a viewpoint in Lisbon with a wide view of the Alfama and the Tagus River. The characteristic points, from left to right, are the acup of Santa Engrácia, the Church of Santo Estêvão and the two white towers of the Church of São Miguel.
   
   The view from the Miradouro de Santa Luzia
   The south wall of Santa Luzia has two modern diazulejo panels, one of the Praça do Comércio before the earthquake and the other with Christians attacking the castle of São Jorge by António Quaresma, made in the Viúva Lamego factory.
   
   View from the viewpoint and azulejos at the base of the balcony
   It is here that the Church of Santa Luzia and São Brás is located, head of the ancient commenda of S. Brás and current national seat of the Assembly of Portuguese Knights of the Iranian Military Order of Malta.

5. Stop 5 · 8m

   Largo das Portas do Sol is a street in the city of Lisbon, which belongs to the parish of Santa Maria Maior, in the historic neighborhood of Alfama. It derives its name from the old Porta do Sol, integrated into the Moorish fence of Lisbon, which existed in this place, ruined in the earthquake of 1755.
   
   From the Miradouro das Portas do Sol, among several points of interest, we can observe the Church of São Vicente de Fora and the entire typical Alfama neighborhood that extends over several narrow and winding streets to the Tagus River.
   
   The Miradouro das Portas do Sol is a balcony-like space. The magnificent view of the city of Lisbon, in its eastern area combines perfectly with the view over the Tagus River.
   
   In 1949 a statue of São Vicente by the sculptor Raul Xavier was placed in the square.

6. Stop 6 · 8m

   Miradouro da Senhora do Monte is located in the parish of São Vicente (Graça), in Lisbon
   
   The viewpoint develops in front of the Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount. From it you can observe, to the south, the Sea of Palha, the Castle of São Jorge, part of Baixa de Lisboa and the estuary of the Tagus River, to the west, from Bairro Alto to the Monsanto Forest Park and, to the north, the valley of Avenida Almirante Reis.P

7. Stop 7 · 8m

   The Church and Monastery of São Vicente de Fora, meaning "Monastery of St. Vincent Outside the Walls", is a 17th-century church and monastery in the city of Lisbon, Portugal. It is one of the most important monasteries and mannerist buildings in the country. The monastery also contains the royal pantheon of the Braganza monarchs of Portugal
   Admission Ticket Cost 5€

8. Stop 8 · 15m

   Discover treasures at Lisbon’s most iconic market, the Feira da Ladra, or flea market, where there’s always something original, kitsch or vintage to be found

9. Stop 9 · 10m

   The National Pantheon – or church of Santa Engrácia – is a grand Baroque building housing the tombs of the country’s most distinguished figures.
   Come and discover the final resting place of Portugal’s most illustrious figures. Built in the 16th century as the church of Santa Engrácia by Princess Dona Maria, daughter of King Manuel I, the church never fulfilled its purpose.
   
   It is thanks to her that the saying “like the construction of Santa Engrácia” came into being to denote something which is never completed. In fact, it was finished in the mid-20th century, 350 years later.
   
   You’ll thus discover the legend of the secret love of Simão Pires and Violante, a novice from the neighbouring convent of Santa Clara.
   It was the curse uttered by Simão that gave rise to the expression when unjustly burned alive for suspicion of stealing some relics when in fact he was just going to meet his lover.
   Admission Ticket 4€

10. Stop 10 · 10m

    The Museu do Fado is one of the must-visit places in Lisbon. Besides representing one of the region’s most important cultural legacies, it also has a restaurant and a themed shop where you can spend some time to catch the spirit of saudade (nostalgia).
    
    Totally devoted to fado and the guitar, it has a permanent exhibition and temporary ones, alongside a document centre and an auditorium with regular events and a very interesting programme.
    
    With songs by the greatest Portuguese artists illustrating an art form that Portugal gave to the world, the museum’s artistic quality will surprise you.

11. Stop 11 · 10m

    The steep streets of Alfama, one of Lisbon’s oldest areas, are lined with shops selling traditional crafts and cafes. Passengers pack the historic no. 28 tram, which winds through Alfama on its way up to 11th-century São Jorge Castle. Views from Miradouro da Graça terrace stretch over the city to the River Tagus. In the evening, melancholy Fado music can be heard in some of the area's long-running restaurants.

12. Stop 12 · 12m

    The Praça do Comércio is a large, harbour-facing plaza in Portugal's capital, Lisbon, and is one of the largest in Portugal, with an area of 175 by 175 m, that is, 30,600 m². Facing the Tagus to the South, the plaza is still commonly known in Portuguese as Terreiro do Paço

13. Stop 13 · 10m

    The Elevador de Santa Justa is one of the truly unique tourist attractions of Lisbon. This 19th century industrial age marvel transports passengers up 45m from the Baixa district to the Largo do Carmo.
    The Elevador de Santa Justa dates from an era when wrought-iron was not just a construction material but also an elegant art form. The exterior structure is adorned with glorious neo-gothic arches and geometric patterns, while inside two sumptuous polished wood carriages whisk passengers up in style.
    Historically the Elevador de Santa Justa was an invaluable part of Lisbon’s public transport network, but today it is primarily a tourist attraction, and one of the highlights of the Baixa district. As to confirm the tourist focus of the Santa Justa, a viewing platform has been created at the top of the lift, and from here are some of the finest views of central Lisbon.
    Admission 1.5€

14. Stop 14 · 10m

    Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcantara is a garden with a panoramic view across the city to St. George's Castle and central Lisbon. A map made of tiles marks all the distinctive buildings, and the lower geometric garden contains busts of heroes and gods from Greco-Roman mythology, such as Minerva and Ulysses.
    
    Next to the garden is the Gloria Elevator, a funicular that has been taking passengers up and down the hill between the center of the city (Restauradores Square) and Bairro Alto since 1885.
    
    Across the street is the "Solar do Vinho do Porto" (Port Wine Institute), an 18th-century building where you can sample more than 300 different Ports, including some of the rarer vintages that date as far as 1937. You can order by the glass or bottle, and can drink at the bar or in comfortable armchairs in the sitting room.

15. Stop 15 · 6m

    Explore the streets, shops and art galleries of the traditionally trendy 'Chiado' (literally 'squeaky', a nickname for a 16th-century poet), with cafés where you can stop for a coffee or cocktail after exploring the theater. There are many restaurants and bars. , museum, perspective. There is also a famous statue of the Portuguese poet Fernando Pessoa, drinking an espresso as usual in "A Brasileira". You can also enjoy breathtaking views of Lisbon from the Santa Justa elevator and Carmo Convent. Chiado, with its main business district, particularly Calle Galette and Calle Carmo, is still a must-see in Lisbon to this day

16. Stop 16 · 5m

    Yes, the modern Pink Street was the Red Light district of Lisbon. Home of the brothels of the city, shady bars, gambling houses, and dodgy places. This area was dilapidated, a pivotal place of crime and prostitution. In 2011, this street was rebuilt entirely and taken to new life

17. Stop 17 · 5m

    Visitors wander the steep cobbled streets of bohemian Bairro Alto to ride the Bica Funicular, visit lavish São Roque Church and take in the views from Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara. Many of the centuries-old houses in the neighborhood are decorated with vivid street art. After sundown, a diverse crowd fill the hip, quirky bars, while the evocative sound of Fado music is heard from traditional

18. Stop 18 · 17m

    Inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, the Tower of Belém (or Tower of St. Vincent) is an icon of Portugal’s cultural heritage spread across the world. It is one of the architectural elements punctuating the cityscape of Lisbon’s
    Admission Ticket €6

19. Stop 19 · 15m

    Time Out Market Lisboa opened in May 2014,and is the first of several planned food hall ventures for Time Out magazine.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Travelers must follow the driver's safety instructions throughout the tour. Seat belts must be worn where provided/required. The tuk-tuk is operated by a licensed and insured driver. Maximum capacity: [6 passengers] per tuk-tuk. Please note that the experience may involve getting in and out of the vehicle and walking on uneven or cobblestone surfaces.
• Getting into and out of the tuk-tuk requires a step. The tour may include walking on cobblestone streets, uneven surfaces, stairs, and short uphill sections at some viewpoints. Travelers with mobility concerns should consider these conditions before booking.

Cancellation policy

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

Frequently asked questions