Free Walking Tour of Lisbon

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65,873 reviews | 715,332 travellers

Lost Joao and couldn’t find him to give him the tip at the end, I think there was 30 minutes left when we lose him :(

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Lisbon's iconic trolley in front of the cathedral

Rosa dos Ventos, right by the Padrão dos Descobrimentos

Stroll around the charming center of Lisbon

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Lost Joao and couldn’t find him to give him the tip at the end, I think there was 30 minutes left when we lose him :(

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Join us on a free walking tour of Lisbon to take an insightful journey through the most iconic spots in the Portuguese capital. Immerse yourself in the city of Fado's vibrant past and present.

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Join us on a free walking tour of Lisbon to take an insightful journey through the most iconic spots in the Portuguese capital. Immerse yourself in the city of Fado's vibrant past and present.
Tour Highlights

Monumento al Calceteiro

San Roque Church

Santo Domingo Church

Praça Rossio

Jewish Memorial

Santa Justa elevator

Lisbon Walking Tour

Our free walking tour of Lisbon will start at the indicated time at the obelisk in Praça dos Restauradores. After a brief introduction to the Portuguese capital, we'll start our walk by the statue of the Monumento al Calceteiro, dedicated to the workers in charge of maintaining the Portuguese artistic pavement.

Afterwards, we'll continue our walk towards other gems of Lisbon's city centre, such as the San Roque Church and the Santo Domingo Church. As we stroll, we'll hear about how Lisbon was the scene of events that shook the whole country, like the 1755 earthquake or the Carnation Revolution, which put an end to the reign of the 'New State' and its dictator Salazar. We'll get to see the remains left by these episodes of the past as we walk through areas steeped in history. Continuing on, our tour will take us to the famous Praça Rossio, where we'll admire the monumental façade of its railway station and the Jewish Memorial.

Next, we'll make our way to the area of the Convent do Carmo and the Santa Justa elevator. This famous lift dates all the way back to 1902! Then, we'll head towards the Chiado district. In this iconic area, we'll learn all about the famous figures of Portuguese literature: Luís Vaz de Camões and Fernando Pessoa. These literary giants wrote about Portugal's role as one of the world's major powers.

While in Chiado, we'll also stop at the Bertrand shop, the oldest bookshop in the world. This landmark has even been recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records!

Finally, we'll take a walk along Rua Augusta, where we'll pass under its emblematic monumental arch. After a journey of approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, we'll conclude our walking tour of Lisbon in the central Praça do Comércio. See you next time!

Private Tours

This free tour doesn't admit groups of more than 6 people, even if they book the activity separately. If you're a large group, we recommend checking out our private tour of Lisbon.
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Duration

2h 45m.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

English–speaking guide

Not included

Tips

When to book?

You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.

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Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

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Provide a safe and satisfying experience.

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.

Uphold fair employment standards.

Foster the growth of local communities.

Preserve the integrity of local culture.

Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.

Ensure ethical treatment of animals.

Operate with honesty and transparency.

Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

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No printing of documentation required.
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Take Lisboa

Corporate name: Take Traveller's Hub Unipessoal Lda.

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Pets

Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
Q - Is it possible to borrow a wheelchair?

A - No.

Q - How long is the free walking tour of Lisbon?

A - Our free walking tour of Lisbon lasts approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes.

Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

Q - How to book?

A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

If you have any other questions please contact us.
Cancellations

Free cancellation
If you are not able to attend the tour, please cancel your reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Meeting point

Meeting point

Where does the activity end?

Obelisk Praça dos Restauradores

Praça do Comércio

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Where does the activity end?

Praça do Comércio
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5 out of 65,873 reviews

9.5 / 10

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Mar / 17 / 2025

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Monique

Lyon, France

Excellente visite faite le premier jour et qui permet de prendre contact avec la ville et de connaître son histoire. Avec son enthousiasme, Antonella, notre guide a su nous passionner et nous a laissé tout un tas de bonnes adresses. Merci a elle pour cette belle visite. Translate this opinion into English.

An excellent tour on the first day allowed us to get to know the city and learn about its history. Antonella, our guide, was enthusiastic and kept us entertained and gave us plenty of great tips. Thank you for this wonderful tour. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

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Apr / 13 / 2025

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Anonymous

United Kingdom

Highly recommend this walking tour. We were very lucky to have Joao who is a fantastic guide. He provided us with great tips (including avoiding tourist traps), showed us amazing views and shared Portugal’s fascinating history with us. If, like me, you’ve never been to Lisbon before, book this tour at the beginning of your visit as it helps familiarise you with the city

I travelled by myself

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Apr / 13 / 2025

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Sarai Azcona Llorens

Barcelona, Spain

Excelente. La guía Sara es excepcional. He hecho muchos tours a pie en diferentes ciudades y este ha sido el mejor sin lugar a dudas. La guía Sara te contagia su pasión por la ciudad y te explica muchísimas cosas (historia, consejos, curiosidades…) hace que te enamores de la ciudad. Lo hace de forma muy amena y haciendo que todo el mundo se sienta incluido y parte importante del grupo. Un 10. Gracias Sara! Translate this opinion into English.

Excellent. The guide, Sara, is exceptional. I've taken many walking tours in different cities, and this was definitely the best. Sara instills her passion for the city and explains so many things (history, tips, interesting facts, etc.). She makes you fall in love with the city. She does it in a very enjoyable way, making everyone feel included and an important part of the group. A 10. Thank you, Sara! Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

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Apr / 13 / 2025

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Amaya

Burgos, Spain

Es una forma diferente y amena de ver la ciudad. Se explica la historia, curiosidades y se da información general de cómo moverse por la ciudad, dónde comer, sitios interesantes qué visitar... para mí la mejor opción para conocer la ciudad y su cultura Translate this opinion into English.

It's a different and enjoyable way to see the city. It explains the city's history, interesting facts, and provides general information on how to get around, where to eat, and interesting places to visit. For me, it's the best way to get to know the city and its culture. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with friends

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Apr / 13 / 2025

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Monica

Santiago, Chile

Primera vez que tomamos un tour con civitatis y nos encantó. Un buen recorrido, como primer acercamiento a Lisboa para planificar la estadia. Yerlin nuestra guía, muy amable, la pasion con que cuenta la historia te mantiene enganchada todo el rato. Ademas nos entregó algunas recomendaciones de transporte, gastronomicas y lugares para visitar. Recomendable 100%. Translate this opinion into English.

This was our first time taking a tour with CiVitatis, and we loved it. A great tour as a first introduction to Lisbon to plan our stay. Yerlin, our guide, was very friendly, and her passionate storytelling kept you engaged the entire time. She also gave us some recommendations on transportation, food, and places to visit. 100% recommended. Opinion translated. Show original.

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