Earthquakes and Espionage: A Self-Guided Lisbon Walking Tour

Highlights

Leistungen

Ablauf

1. Stroll through this riverside square, formerly the site of the Ribeira Palace. Learn about King José I, the 1755 earthquake, and the departure of explorers like Vasco da Gama. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

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2. Walk under this triumphal arch featuring statues of historical figures like Vasco da Gama and the Marquis of Pombal. It serves as a majestic gateway to the city's grid-aligned Baixa district. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

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3. Pass by this former hospital site and open-air market, now home to a statue of King John I. Discover the treaty with England and the start of the Age of Discovery. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

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4. Stop at this historic church to learn about the 1506 massacre and the Inquisition. It stands as a powerful reminder of religious history and the city's resilience. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

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5. Pause at this stone memorial dedicated to the thousands of "New Christians" killed during three days of religious intolerance. It honors those victimized by 16th-century fanaticism. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

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6. Walk along the steep 18% gradient where these iconic 1885 cable cars operate. Learn about their counterweight system and the city’s plans for enhanced safety requirements. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

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7. Stroll past this vibrant park often filled with musicians and street performers. It offers a panoramic 360º view of central Lisbon’s historic districts and Saint George's Castle. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

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8. Wander through this 1500s neighborhood, a hub for journalism, Fado music, and rebellious nightlife. Its narrow, tiled streets survived the great earthquake, preserving its authentic charm. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

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9. Cross through this square named after the famous short-story writer. It houses the Church of St. Roch, a shrine for plague victims decorated with immense amounts of gold. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

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10. Walk toward this 45-meter wrought-iron vertical lift built in 1902. Learn about its Neo-Gothic style and enjoy the viewing platform overlooking the castle and Rossio Square. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

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Stornierung

Kostenlose Stornierung bis 24 Stunden vor Beginn, mit voller Rückerstattung.

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How it compares in Lissabon

• Its from-price is 95% below the median of the 4320 experiences we list in Lissabon.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 2407 of 4320.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Lissabon

Lissabon fällt von seinen Hügeln zum Tejo hinab: Kachelfassaden, rumpelnde gelbe Trams, Aussichtsterrassen und späte, gemütliche Abendessen.

In den alten Vierteln steckt der meiste Charme. Alfamas Gassengewirr steigt zur Burg São Jorge an und hallt abends vom Fado wider, das geordnete Raster der Baixa führt hinab zur weiten Praça do Comércio am Fluss, und Bairro Alto und Chiado verbinden tagsüber Buchläden und Cafés mit Bars bei Nacht. Aussichtspunkte wie Santa Luzia und Senhora do Monte rahmen rote Dächer und glitzerndes Wasser.

Top-ranked sights in Lissabon: Commerce Square (Praça do Comércio), Pena National Palace (Palacio Nacional da Pena), Alfama.

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