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Lisbon: Tastes and Traditions Food Tour

1. Lisbon: Tastes and Traditions Food Tour

Follow your guide on a tasty adventure through the streets of Lisbon. Eat your way through the city with 7 stops and 9 tastings of some mouth-watering local cuisine. Relax along the way with three drinks along the way, including a glass of sour cherry liqueur. Start your morning among the locals at the oldest pastry shop in Lisbon. Taste a delicious selection of homemade sweet pastries while sipping a classic Portuguese-style espresso. Next, you’re off to the only traditional Portuguese grocery store left in Lisbon. Your guide will explain Portugal’s obsession with salt cod. Try another beloved local product, acorn-fed Iberian ham. Enjoy a glass of Lisbon’s signature sour cherry liqueur at the 130-year-old family-run stall that does it best. Make your way to a no-frills bar serving up the best bifana (marinated pork sandwich) in the city. This buzzing bar is constantly packed with locals who can’t get enough. Next, it’s about time for lunch, and there’s no better place to enjoy it than among Lisboetas at a traditional Portuguese tasca. Here you’ll the have home-cooked classics of Portuguese cuisine with your choice of beer or wine. Discover one of the hidden gems of Portuguese food, gourmet canned seafood. Learn about the history of canning in Portugal and sample some delicious preserved goods for yourself. Last but not least, you’ll finish on a sweet note with Portugal’s most famous pastry, the pastel de nata (custard tart). learn all about their surprising history and get an up-close look at these sweet treats being made.

Lisbon: Luz Stadium Tour and SL Benfica Museum Ticket

2. Lisbon: Luz Stadium Tour and SL Benfica Museum Ticket

Discover the Portuguese passion for football on a guided tour of Luz Stadium, home to the SL Benfica Football Club, one of the most popular football clubs in Lisbon and Portugal. Retrace the footsteps of legendary players like Eusébio, Paulo Futre, and Mantorras at the museum. Start with a tour of the largest and most modern stadium in Portugal. Uncover the secrets of the home to the 2014 final of the Champions League. Explore this multi-purpose stadium that opened in 2003. Walk through the field, visit the locker rooms and press room, and take a photo of yourself with the eagle mascot of Sport Lisboa and Benfica. Learn about soccer landmarks in the “History of Benfica” exhibition at the Museum Benfica Cosme Damião. Hear about SL Benfica’s legendary player, Eusébio, and explore the modern, multimedia technology of the museum. Get an alternative history lesson of Portugal and the Portuguese-speaking world.

Lisbon: Food and Wine Walking Tour

3. Lisbon: Food and Wine Walking Tour

Enjoy the flavors of the Portuguese cuisine in Lisbon’s traditional places. The guide will give you lots of insider tips for wine, petiscos, food, fado, and good company. Learn about the importance of coffee in Portuguese culture. Find out about Lisbon’s great cafés, such as the 18th-century café Nicola (this café was opened in 1787 by an Italian man, one of Lisbon’s most literary cafés and a place for tertúlias), and discover where you can find another coffee landmark in the city. Try the famous Portuguese codfish cake with a glass of refreshing green wine. Learn about the historical center of the city which is full of bars, restaurants, and nightclubs. Take a look at all the delicious and exotic products on display at an old gourmet shop, from dried, salted Bacalhau – now one of Portugal´s most traditional dishes — to the sausages, hams, and cheeses, and learn all their secrets. Learn the history of Port, Portugal’s famous fortified wine, and then try it with the delicious São Jorge Cheese. Visit one of the most famous Tascas in Lisbon, where you´ll taste a typical Bifana (pork sandwich) watered down with a cold draft beer. Learn the history of Ginjinha, the favorite liqueur of many Portuguese, considered the drink of Lisbon, and try it at the first place that started to sell it in 1840. Learn tricks to climb the hills of Lisbon and enjoy one of the most fantastic views of the city, while your guide will explain what food to try and what restaurants to visit in each of the neighborhoods. Finish your tour in style, in a true local venue, with Chouriço, Portuguese bread, and other local products served with a glass of delicious red wine.

Lisbon: 2.5-Hour Hills Tour by Electric Bike

4. Lisbon: 2.5-Hour Hills Tour by Electric Bike

Explore some of the 7 hills of Lisbon by electric bike, and see more than you would on a conventional sightseeing tour. The easy-to-drive electric bikes are eco-friendly and boast a stylish vintage design that will turn heads as you explore the hidden sights of Alfama, Mouraria and Graça, some of the most historic neighborhoods of the Portuguese capital. Cruise up to panoramic observation points, passing antique shops and enchanting restaurants along the way, and get a unique perspective of the city and its people.

Lisbon: Alfama Tour and Live Fado with Traditional Dinner

5. Lisbon: Alfama Tour and Live Fado with Traditional Dinner

Explore Lisbon's Alfama district, local cuisine, and the UNESCO-listed musical genre of Fado on this guided walking tour. Savor a traditional Portuguese dinner in the Alfama area, walk through the winding cobblestone streets of Mouraria, then head to a Fado house to attend a concert. Start your Fado tour of Lisbon with a typical dinner in the Alfama district. Find out about the local habits and cuisine in the city's oldest district, where fado was born in the early 19th century. Then, wander down the alleys of the old part of town on a walking tour through Mouraria and Alfama (1 hour approximately). End at a traditional Fado house and listen to the mournful melodies of Fado, a quintessentially Portuguese genre produced by a Portuguese guitar and characterized by heartfelt lyrics. Lose yourself in the atmosphere and mood of the music. Fado was inscribed by UNESCO on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in November 2011.

From Lisbon: Day Trip to a Wine Cellar and Vineyard

6. From Lisbon: Day Trip to a Wine Cellar and Vineyard

Explore the town of Torres Vedras on a guided day trip to the Lisboa Wine Region. Visit a traditional wine cellar and taste some delicious local wine as you learn about local history and gastronomy. Meet your guide in central Lisbon. Travel to the town of Torres Vedras located in an area of amazing landscapes and gastronomy. Visit a prestigious wine cellar where you will meet a local guide and viticulturist. Discover more about the history of the cellar that has its origins as a simple wine press. Then learn about the contemporary winemaking process at the cellar. Continue through the vast vineyards onboard a 4WD convertible car for approximately 40 minutes to enjoy the views of the surrounding landscape. Discover fascinating facts about grape varieties, vine growing, and winemaking. Enjoy a wine tasting while enjoying the sun and fresh air from the region. Continue the tour by going to an ancient Lagar' (old wine press house) surrounded by picturesque houses and gardens. After this, it's time for another wine tasting of 4 different wines made from the same grapes of the vineyards you have explored. Then, relax on the journey back to Lisbon.

Lisbon: 3-Hour Bike Tour by the River to Belém

7. Lisbon: 3-Hour Bike Tour by the River to Belém

Get ready for a relaxed tour along Lisbon's riverside. Starting at the cosmopolitan city center, you’ll be able to see the buzz of this beautiful European capital and the levels of tranquility will increase as you advance towards Belém. The entire ride to Belém is along the riverside which means you can expect an extremely pleasant journey full of light, a beautiful landscape, and vibrant city life. If you are interested in history and know about the importance of the Portuguese Discoveries, you will love this neighborhood. Here everything is magnanimous, historical, and sacred. It was from here that many of the great Portuguese explorers embarked on their dangerous and ambitious voyages transforming Portugal into the first global empire. This is one of the most pleasant tours that can be taken in Lisbon, the perfect combination of tranquility, harmony, and landscape contemplation mixed with the busy riverfront esplanades, long green grass fields crowded with musicians, joggers, and artists enjoying Lisbon's essence. This experience also included a complimentary walking tour with local guides, available until March 31, 2022. Take advantage of the opportunity to continue to explore the city through 7 different routes.

Malveira: Pastel de Nata Workshop at a Real Bakery

8. Malveira: Pastel de Nata Workshop at a Real Bakery

Start the class with an introduction to the history of Pastel de Nata (custard tarts) as well as the family-run bakery where the workshop takes place. Afterwards, head to the kitchen to begin the class. Learn how to create the delicate pastry from your expert instructor. Make the custard from scratch and bake your creations inside a professional oven. Enjoy a collaborative team activity, rather than individual cooking stations. Create at least 3 tarts by hand, forming the dough and filling the custard inside the pastry. After the tarts are ready, enjoy the fruits of your labor with a comforting cup of coffee.

Best of Lisbon Walking Tour: Rossio, Chiado & Alfama

9. Best of Lisbon Walking Tour: Rossio, Chiado & Alfama

Get an in-depth look at the Portuguese capital of Lisbon on a walking tour with a local guide. Explore Rossio Square, Restauradores Square, Commerce Square, Lisbon Cathedral, the Chiado neighborhood, and more. Taste local snacks and wine. Start the tour in Rossio Square, the heart of both new and old Lisbon, keeping an eye out for the intricate neo-Manueline architecture at Rossio Central Station. In the middle of Restauradores Square, see the obelisk that commemorates the restoration of Portugal’s independence from Spain. At Carmo Square, learn about the Carnation Revolution of 1974 that ended 48 years of dictatorship. Later, visit the elegant Chiado district and see old cafés, boutiques, theatres, and quaint bookstores. Admire the heart of the city, Baixa. This neighborhood was completely rebuilt after the earthquake of the 18th century, obeying new rules of urbanism and anti-systemic architecture. Try a typical Portuguese pastry, the famous pastel de nata (egg custard tart), then continue to the Moorish Alfama neighborhood and get an up-close encounter with the art of Fado, Lisbon’s unique musical genre. While tucked in between alleys and winding streets of the oldest neighborhood of Lisbon, enjoying a local snack and glass of wine. End your tour of Lisbon at Praça do Comércio to see the former entrance hall of the city.

Total Lisbon Experience Walking Tour

10. Total Lisbon Experience Walking Tour

Taste your way through the city, see historical highlights and interact with locals on this adventure-packed Lisbon tour. Meet your informative local guide at the historic neighborhood of Mouraria, a melting pot of cultures from far and wide, and one you won’t see on other Lisbon tours. Pass small churches, mosques, and shops selling goods from far-flung places. Stop at a small, hidden bakery where traditional pastries and espresso coffee will provide a tasty pick-me-up. After more sightseeing highlights, taste some authentic Portuguese cheese, locally-made marmalade, and port wine. Walk through Lisbon’s main square and learn how much the city has changed since the devastating earthquake of 1755. Explore Bairro Alto and Chiado, stop at one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Lisbon, and end your adventure with a short ferry ride along the Tagus River, the subject of many Portuguese songs and poems. Journey to the picturesque Cacilhas, where Portuguese green wine and freshly caught seafood await. We visit traditional venues where dietary restrictions might be very difficult to accommodate. If you have dietary requirements or food allergy, please be aware that we might not be able to find alternatives, including for gluten free; pregnant women; and vegetarians. Not suitable at all for celiacs, vegans, Kosher and Halal.

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based on 2,575 reviews

It was my first time in Lisbon and at the top of my to do list was to listen to live Fado music in Alfama and Mouraria. I’ve listened to Fado for a number of years and know a little about the history but our guide, Rodrigo, didn’t disappoint and I came away feeling more knowledgeable and inspired. The tour of the area was great and gave me a chance to meet other travellers. The one memory of the tour I’ll remember is walking the streets while the tavernas came to life. The sounds of Fado coming from the tiny cobbled streets sent shivers down my spine. The experience at Alfama Grill was great and the two singers we saw didn’t disappoint. I’d definitely do this tour again the next time I’m in Lisbon. I was worried about being on the tour alone as I imagined a lot of couples and groups mainly take part but I was lucky enough to meet three other solo travellers and sat for dinner with them.

With this ticket you don't have to rush to see everything. You can really use 2 days to explore this immense domain. By the way, that extra day only costs € 3 extra. I visited the palace on Friday and walked through the park to the Trianon grounds. On Saturday I visited the garden with the newly opened bosquets and working fountains.

Sofia was very personable and knowledgeable about her subject. She made the tour fun and my wife and I agreed that she made it what it was. My wife thought originally that I had booked an expensive tour, but my wife walked away afterward thinking it was well worth the cost. Highly recommended!

Sofia was a great guide bringing the city to life. Many trips take you to cafes to get a cake as an extra, it was pleasantly surprising that this was within the price. A good visit was improved by the tour

Superb, best food and wine experience i ever had in a tour.