Lisbon Food Tour: Exploring Culinary Wonders in the Heart of Portugal

About this tour

Embark on a captivating journey through Lisbon’s soul with our “Lisbon Food Tour”. Explore historic neighborhoods like Bairro Alto, Alfama, and Mouraria, steeped in the traditions of Fado, a UNESCO-recognized Intangible Cultural Heritage. Immerse yourself in the Lisboeta way of life, savoring local delicacies and wines. From live Fado performances to cultural insights in the genre’s birthplace, Mouraria, the tour is a sensory delight.

Highlights

• Discover the Portuguese music style known as “Fado.
• Take a stroll around Alfama, Mouraria, and Bairro Alto in Lisbon.
• As you stroll through the historic core, take in the atmosphere of the city.
• Savor a traditional Portuguese food with dinner that includes a full menu.
• A live Fado show at a typical Fado house

Lisbon Food Tour in Details

Sailors, fishermen, and sea merchants, frequently away from home, pioneered the soulful musical genre known as Fado. This emotive, UNESCO-recognized art form expresses saudade, a profound longing for distant loved ones, encapsulating the essence of the Portuguese soul.

Our Lisbon Food Tour will guide you through historic neighborhoods like Bairro Alto, Alfama, and Mouraria, offering insights into traditional life. Led by knowledgeable guides, immerse yourself in Portuguese cuisine with diverse food and wine samples. Begin in Bairro Alto, a Fado hotspot, with glimpses into the genre and delectable food.

Traverse downtown and Mouraria, the district where Fado’s first lady, Severa, was born. Discover the Mozarabian charm of narrow streets while gaining cultural insights. Culminate the journey with a scenic walk around the castle hill to Alfama, indulging in a diverse food sampling and a captivating Fado show.

This culinary and cultural experience caters to every traveler, accommodating dietary preferences and showcasing the vibrant palette of Portuguese gastronomy. Feel like a true Lisboeta as you savor the flavors of Lisbon with our expertly guided food tour.

Things to Know Before Booking

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Please be reminded that there may be more than one language spoken during the tour (max. two languages).
• English, Spanish and Portuguese are available all year round.
• A CONSIDERABLE amount of walking is involved. Not recommended for people with back problems, heart condition and mobility handicap.
• Not wheelchair accessible.
• In case of adverse weather conditions (e. g. heavy rain), the tour can be cancelled, without prior notice. Refund will be given in these cases.
• It is not recommended to bring children below age 6 (during musical performances, it is required to be totally silent, including pausing from eating)
• There’s no special dress code, although it’s recommended not to bring slippers or beachwear. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
• Not recommended for travelers with back problems
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Meeting Point

Departure Details

• Praça Luís de Camões, Largo Luís de Camões, 1200-243 Lisboa, Portugal Departure Point: Tour starts next to the Museum of Fado, in Mouraria district. End point: Tour ends around 9.30 PM. Customers can choose whether they remain at the final stop/restaurant or the guide will walk them to a taxi stop or other mean of transportation.

Return Details

• Beco do Melo, 1100-405 Lisboa, Portugal The tour ends at the restaurant where dinner and the fado live music will take place.

Lisbon Food Tour Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.