We had a lovely afternoon with Cecilia, learning about the history of Lisbon and Portugal, wandering the back streets and visiting shops. She could not have been nicer or more accommodating. Thanks, Cecilia and Context for a stimulating first day in Lisbon!
Sites and Insights: An Expert-Led Lisbon Welcome Tour
Your first taste of Lisbon, side-by-side with a local guide
"A conversation with a trusted friend"
"He was a terrific guide and storyteller. Providing excellent context and answered all our questions authentically. It was like having a conversation with a trusted friend and someone who loves the city."
Nancy E.
Nancy E.
"Tailored to our interests"
"Tiago was an enthusiastic knowledgeable and intelligent tour guide who tailored the walk talk to our interests and needs"
Yolanda K.
Yolanda K.
Meet the Experts
Where You’ll Go
From iconic landmarks to tucked-away local favorites, these are the places you’ll explore and experience firsthand with your Expert.
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Church of São Roque
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Carmo Convent
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Santa Justa Lift
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Praça do Comércio
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Bairro Alto Neighborhood
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Baixa Neighborhood
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Chiado Neighborhood
What’s Included As Standard
Here’s a look at what your tour covers, plus anything you’ll want to consider arranging separately, so you can plan with confidence.
Included
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English-speaking expert guideTours led in English, offering you unbroken understanding throughout.
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Intentionally sized groupsA smaller group means more time for conversations and questions.
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Tickets and entrance feesAll entry tickets included (unless clearly stated otherwise).
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HeadsetsHeadsets are included on tours that need them, so every word can be heard.
Excluded
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GratuitiesWe encourage tipping as a way to thank your guide after your experience.
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Food and drinkRefreshments are only included during a tour when clearly noted.
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Transportation to and from the meeting pointGuests organize pre- and post-tour transport themselves - this service can be added by request.
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Hotel pickup or drop-offUnless noted, travel to or from accommodation isn’t included - this service can be added by request.
Where You'll Explore
Make the Most of Your Tour
Some helpful advice for getting the most from your experience, from practical prep to small on-the-day tips.
Dos:
- Wear comfortable footwear
- Check the weather and dress appropriately
- Bring a bottle of water (no glass)
- Feel free to ask your Expert anything
Don'ts:
- Bring firearms or weapons
- Bring sharp objects (e.g. knives, swiss army knives, switchblades, hiking sticks)
- Dress inappropriately to enter religious sites or sacred monuments
Any questions? You can always
contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can get to the viewpoint on foot, although it is a bit uphill. You can also easily order an Uber or a taxi to bring you to meet your expert guide.
Lisbon, overall, is quite a hilly city. Consider that there are mostly cobblestone streets, and this is a walking tour that mainly visits the exterior of various locations. While we have designed the tour to generally walk downhill, there may be some stairs and inclines. We may then have difficulty and a lack of control in curating the tour to fit the needs of someone with mobility issues.
Book with confidence — see Context's flexible cancellation policy here.
Lisbon is a very hilly city, and unfortunately, we cannot recommend this walking tour of Lisbon for wheelchair users. Although we have designed this tour to generally walk downhill, there may still be stairs and inclines that are difficult to navigate.
Don’t just take our word for it
Tiago was amazing! My husband and I spent 3 hours exploring many neighborhoods with him. He was engaging, a great teacher and went at our pace. He showed us some neat local spots we could explore for a meal or niche places to shop. We would highly recommend him!
Bert provided excellent historical and cultural context to a city whose history is not as widely understood as it should be!
Let Your Curiosity Shape Your Journey
Join passionate experts on intimate walking tours that reveal a city’s unique stories, spark conversations, and leave you seeing the world—and yourself—a little differently.
Structured, never scripted
Your interests guide your Expert, leading to stories and perspectives that matter to you.
Crafted for conversation
With ten or fewer guests, ask questions, engage with your Expert, and fully immerse yourself.
Experts, not guides
Explore with 1,200+ Experts—from historians and architects to archaeologists and chefs.
