Top Lisbon Art & Culture

Experience the melancholic vibes of a stirring 50-minute live Fado show in Lisbon’s Chiado district. During the show soak up the sounds of a female and male singer alongside a pair of acoustic guitarists who bring soulful Fado to life. You will listen to Portugal’s own music genre that’s sure to inspire the rest of your stay in Lisbon.

Immerse yourself in Lisbon history and culture on this sightseeing tour through some of the city’s most interesting and popular neighborhoods. With an informative guide, check out Chiado and Bairro Alto, enjoy views from Miradouro São Pedro de Alcântara, and visit the Alfama district. You’ll also enjoy a ride on the Eleléctrico tram for a must-do Lisbon experience.

Learn all about ‘azulejos’ (Portuguese tile art) on a full-day tour that includes a tile-making workshop in Azeitão and a visit to the National Tile Museum in Lisbon. Travel about 45 minutes to reach lovely Azeitão and study with an expert tile artist. Make your own tile to take home, then have the option to stop for lunch in the fishing village of Sesimbra or in Lisbon. Finish off your tour by browsing the excellent collection at the National Tile Museum (Museu Nacional do Azulejo).

Visit some of Lisbon’s most picturesque corners—and receive first-hand instruction from your guide—on this nighttime photography tour. Meet in central Lisbon shortly before sunset, bring your camera, and set off with just a small group in tow. Ascend the Elevador de Santa Justa for panoramic shots, explore the grand Praça do Comércio square, and more. As you go, learn tips and tricks for low-light, nighttime photography, and, with your guide’s assistance, capture memorable city shots.

Enrich your knowledge of Lisbon’s rich Jewish heritage on a private half-day tour of Portugal’s capital city. While listening to history-rich commentary from your guide, you’ll visit Lisbon’s charming old quarters and explore where Lisbon’s Jewish community were settled and discover how they lived. As you explore Lisbon, you’ll discover the impact that the Jewish community had on Portugal’s history and the influence that remains on Portuguese Society today.

Go beyond a traditional walking tour and see Lisbon through the eyes of a photographer. Visit historic districts such as Baixa, Chiado, and Avenida Liberdade and capture the essence of the city with your private guide. Learn tips and techniques for capturing street photography as you wander the streets of Lisbon and capture memories to enjoy for years to come.

Fado is a music genre that’s unique to Portugal, and is UNESCO-listed as a World Intangible Cultural Heritage. By going on a tour with a guide, you’ll get the most out of your time in Lisbon, by learning about the story and history of Fado, as well as listening to the music. You won’t have to wait in long lines as entrance to a Fado show, and one drink is included. 

Succumb to Sintra's romantic, fairy tale allure with this full-day city sightseeing tour. This excursion allows you to travel to Sintra, Cascais and Cabo Roca in one day, transportation included, with a small group of 8 people or fewer. Pickup and drop-off at centrally-located Lisbon hotels included.

Delve into the rich history of the Knights Templar during this small-group guided tour of the Portuguese villages Constância and Tomar from Lisbon. Spend the day learning about the Christian military force that contributed to the famous crusades during Europe’s Middle Ages. Discover Almourol Castle, erected by the Knights Templar, and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Convent of Christ, once a fortification where the knights resided.

Experience a unique part of Portuguese history during this private full-day tour to Fátima. Famous for a sighting of the Virgin Mary experienced by three young children in 1916, Fátima has become an important pilgrimage for Catholics worldwide. Your first stop is the town of Aljustrel. Next, head to Valinhos, where the apparitions appeared. Feast on a delicious Portuguese lunch before continuing on to the Parish Church and Fátima Sanctuary. Spend the afternoon wandering other important monuments to the apparition, including the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima and the Chapel of Apparitions. Your guide returns you to your preferred drop-off destination at the end of the tour.

Visit the biggest stadium in Portugal, Benfica, on this 2-hour tour. Step inside the 65,000-seat stadium where the 2014 Champions League final was held and visit its locker rooms, press boxes, and even walk on the lawn. After the tour, head to the museum to learn more about the Benfica team and stadium with over 20,000 documents, images, and relics.

Exploring Lisbon with a local is the best way to gain an insider’s perspective of Portugal’s cosmopolitan capital: on this private walking tour, see highlights and hidden corners with a knowledgeable guide. Over only one day, receive personalized attention, visit Miradouro de Sao Pedro de Alcantara, taste Portuguese delicacies and more. Food and liquor samples are included.

Embark on a spiritual journey to Fátima, one of the world’s most important Catholic pilgrimage sites, on this private 4-hour tour from Lisbon. Visit the sacred Basilica, the Chapel of Apparitions and the Church of the Holy Trinity; stand in awe before the Shrine of our Lady and see the Azinheira Grande. After learning more about the history of Fátima at the wax museum, stick around to take part in the moving candle procession (from April to October only) through the Basilica Square.

Ensure you tick off all of Sintra's UNESCO-listed highlights on this full-day tour from Lisbon. In a small group limited to eight people, travel between top attractions such as Pena National Palace and Quinta da Ragaleira with ease and efficiency. Travel along the Atlantic Coast and enjoy the coastal splendor of Cascais and Cabo da Roca, Europe’s westernmost point. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Lisbon are included.

Without a private car, visiting Fatima from Lisbon can be a challenge. This tour offers a solution by providing transportation between the Portuguese capital and one of the country’s most important religious sites, without sacrificing the comfort of private transportation. Your guide takes you to top sites in and around Fatima, including a factory of religious objects and sacred religious sites, and then leaves you free to explore each location on your own.

Capture the maritime spirit of Belém on this 3-hour walking tour, adventuring around some of the most well-known spots in Lisbon. See the famous UNESCO World Heritage-listed monuments such as Jerónimos Monastery, Discoveries Monument, and Belém Tower. Join a small group limited to 6 people to experience personal attention and learn all about the Age of Exploration from your guide as you go. You have a choice for both morning or afternoon tours for your convenience.

If you want to have a wonderful introduction to Lisbon, this is the tour for you. We'll start the tour visiting Alfama, the oldest neighborhood in Lisbon.The Phoenicians, the Romans, the Visigoths, the Moors were some of the civilizations who lived around here and have left their influence until Lisbon was conquered by Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal in 1147. The charming narrow streets, the famous “azulejos” on the walls, the clothes hanging on the balconies, the old fashion trams, the many steps up and down, the delicious local food, the friendly locals and the soul of the Portuguese culture, Fado. Later, we'll visit the areas called Baixa and Chiado, the romantic neighborhoods in Lisbon that have been the meeting point of famous artists, writers, poets and politicians since the XVIII century. They are still considered the heart of the city with its imposing buildings, historical monuments and the most cosmopolitan areas.

Get outside of the city and visit one of the most important Christian pilgrimages in the world during this private 5-hour tour of Fátima from Lisbon. You’ll visit important Catholic sites including the three little shepherds house, the Our Lady of Fátima Sanctuary and the Chapel of Apparitions. A knowledgeable local driver will inform you of the village’s unique history, including they story of how three small children claimed to have seen an apparition of the Virgin Mary in 1917. This private tour offers a more personalized experience.

The beauty of Lisbon can be difficult to capture, but this private walking tour with a photographer guide can help. Follow your guide to some of the city's most picturesque streets, plazas, and viewpoints and get insight from a pro on how to frame the perfect shot. Between destinations, learn about Lisbon as you walk past popular sights in the Graça, Mouraria, and Alfama neighborhoods.

Take a step back in time to Portugal’s dark past and learn about the slave trade on this historical walking tour. Learn about Portugal’s ‘Age of Discovery’ and how the slave trade played a significant role in their success. See key sights in Lisbon as you listen to your guide recount the facts and stories of Portugal’s slave past.

Make the most of your time in Lisbon with a 4-hour, private tour that takes in the very best of the city. Enjoy the convenience of hotel or port transfers, work with your personal knowledgeable driver to create the perfect itinerary for your interests and experience Portuguese history and culture firsthand. Walk the narrow streets of the picturesque Alfama district and take in sweeping views from a hilltop castle. See the scenic coast of Belém and a UNESCO-recognized monastery, or find the best places to sample Portugal’s iconic egg tarts.

Spend a day discovering royal architecture on this private tour that covers Queluz, Mafra, and Lisbon in a day. Your visit includes stops at multiple monuments, starting with the National Palace of Queluz. Highlights include the impressive library at Mafra National Palace, and Ajuda National Palace in Lisbon. You won't have to worry about booking transport as round-trip transfers are included.

Go straight to Lisbon’s highlights on this small-group tour by minivan. A local insider whisks you to the city’s best landmarks, so you only see the best Portugal’s capital has to offer. Discover its charming neighborhoods, like Baixa and Alfama, cross the iconic 25th of April Bridge, and snap photos from the best vantage points in the city, looking out over red terracotta roofs and down to the Tagus River. Top it off with a tasty local pastry.

Embark on a spiritual journey from Lisbon to three UNESCO-listed monasteries. First, head to the Convent of Christ in Tomar, the headquarters of the Knights Templar. Then, visit the Gothic Batalha Monastery, built to honor Portugal’s independence, and Alcobaça Monastery, where you can see the tombs of past royalty. Listen to engaging commentary from your guide about the history of each monastery and Portugal.