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Lisbon, Portugal |
Start your Lisbon walking tour by joining a local guide in one of the city s most imposing squares, the Praça do Martim Moniz. This famous landmark honors a nobleman that sacrifices his own life to help the conquering of Lisbon to the moors in 1147 and is our starting point for this tour through Lisbon’s musical and culinary heritage because is now the home of a fusion market that celebrates the multiculturalism of the Mouraria neighborhood .
Visit the heart of Fado heritage from the old district of Mouraria. Try a sip of Ginjinha, Lisbon’s trademark liqueur while listening Fado at a local Tavern. Take in sweeping views to admire the Sunset of this intoxicating city from the viewpoints of the Castle Hills, some of the city’s best-kept secrets.
Next, travel deep into the soul of Lisbon while exploring the Alfama neighborhood. This is the oldest quarter in the city and dates back as far as the days of the Moorish occupation of Lisbon. Explore Alfama’s small squares, rustic buildings and dark alleyways as you wander along the winding, cobbled streets.
Stop to breathe in the exciting atmosphere as the local taverns and music venues come to life for another evening of melodic tunes and gastronomic delights. Stop to reflect on the beauty of the River Tagus then continue on to finish this Lisbon walking tour in an old Palace that serves up daily doses of delicious food and Fado music to enthusiastic audiences. Indulge in a dinner of traditional Portuguese tapas and wine while appreciating a performance of Fado from one of the most famous houses, a quintessential Lisbon experience that you won’t get on other Lisbon tours! What a fitting finale to this Lisbon walking tour extravaganza.