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Alfama Walking Tour

Guided tours in Lisbon

Alfama Walking Tour, Lisbon

In a nutshell

The oldest district, a maze of lanes, tiled facades and fado houses below the São Jorge castle.

Rating & popularity

#2 of 7

in our Lisbon guide

Visit duration

2 h 30 min

Usually no booking needed

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The oldest district, a maze of lanes, tiled facades and fado houses below the São Jorge castle. It survived the 1755 earthquake better than the rest of the city.

Know before you go

Wear sturdy shoes: the cobblestones are slippery and the streets are steep. Lanes are narrow, so large groups are uncomfortable.

What to book

A small-group walking tour with a local guide, ideally in the morning or late afternoon. Some tours finish with a fado performance.

What to check before you pay

  • Look for a stated group size cap.
  • Check the language of the tour and whether headsets are provided.
  • Check whether entry to the main site is included or just a walk around it.

Alfama Walking Tour tours & tickets

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Lisbon Small-Group Food Tour with 18 Tastings in Alfama District (opens in a new tab)

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