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The 15 Alfama Tours That Repay the Climb

32 tours  ·  from $1 a head

Here are the 15 best alfama tours you can book, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one leads for a reason, so start there.

Alfama Tour in Lisbon Old Town - Fountains and squares tell Alfama’s story
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Alfama Tour in Lisbon Old Town

1.Alfama Tour in Lisbon Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,936 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $3Our pick

Follow a local English-speaking guide through Alfama, from Casa dos Bicos and old fountains to the Santo Estêvão, Portas do Sol, and Santa Luzia viewpoints. Guides such as Hugo, Claudia, Belen, and Cecilia bring the district’s history, Fado, and daily life into focus. The walk lasts about two and a half hours, climbs steep streets and stairs, and runs on tips rather than a fixed tour fee.

“Great experience, especially thanks to our tour guide Laura who gave us excellent insights regarding architecture and history”

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Private Lisbon Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour: Alfama, Belém & More - From Restauradores into the old center
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Private Lisbon Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour: Alfama, Belém & More

2.Private Lisbon Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour: Alfama, Belém & More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,277 reviews · 1 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $52

A private electric tuk-tuk and local guide take you through Lisbon’s old quarters, grand squares and hilltop viewpoints, with city-center hotel or cruise-terminal pickup options. You can book from one to four hours, and guides such as Joao, Luis, Daniel and Nani have been praised for tailoring the route and explaining city life. The listed stops do not include Belém, so confirm the route before booking.

“It was a great tour and we had a great guide. Some streets were cobblestone, making the ride at times a bit rough. But other than that it's a very good experience.”

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Lisbon: Hills, Alfama, and Mouraria Tour by Electric Bike - From downtown to the riverfront at Commerce Square
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Lisbon: Hills, Alfama, and Mouraria Tour by Electric Bike

3.Hills, Alfama, and Mouraria Tour by Electric Bike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,438 reviews · 3 hours · from $25

Ride an electric bike through Lisbon’s steep old quarters with a local guide, passing the Sé, the National Pantheon, São Vicente, and Alfama before reaching Senhora do Monte’s high viewpoint. Groups are limited to eight per guide. Bikes, helmets, and a short equipment lesson are included; guides lead in English, French, German, or Dutch.

“Our tour guide Peter was fantastic! Very knowledgeable and passionate about the city and history of Lisbon!”

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Best of Lisbon Walking Tour: Rossio, Chiado & Alfama - Carmo Square and the Carnation Revolution
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Best of Lisbon Walking Tour: Rossio, Chiado & Alfama

4.Best of Lisbon Walking Tour: Rossio, Chiado & Alfama

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,700 reviews · 3 hours · from $23

Spend three hours walking from Rossio to Praça do Comércio, with stops in Chiado, Baixa and Alfama. A local English-speaking guide connects the sights to Lisbon’s history and daily life, while a pastel de nata, a snack and a wine tasting add local flavor. Guides include Filipa, Martin, Maria and Daniel.

“Martin was an excellent guide. His explanations were interesting and you could see his enthusiasm about the city. He also managed to introduced us to the main parts of the city. Would recommend this tour.”

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Lisbon Small-Group Food Tour with 18 Tastings in Alfama District - Portas do Sol gives the walk a strong start
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Lisbon Small-Group Food Tour with 18 Tastings in Alfama District

5.Lisbon Small-Group Food Tour with 18 Tastings in Alfama District

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,967 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $126

Spend about three and a half hours walking Alfama with an English-speaking guide and sampling 18 Portuguese foods and drinks. The route starts at Portas do Sol and ends near the Fado Museum, with stops at local eateries and viewpoints. Guides include Francisco, Raquel, and Bianca; groups are capped at 12.

“Excellent experience. Great food and history. Francisco was very friendly and informative. Would highly recommend this tour to others.”

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Lisbon E-Bike Tour Commerce Square, Mouraria and Alfama - The Pantheon and São Vicente Monastery
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Lisbon E-Bike Tour Commerce Square, Mouraria and Alfama

6.Lisbon E-Bike Tour Commerce Square, Mouraria and Alfama

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,688 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Explore Lisbon’s old quarters by electric bike on a guided ride of about three hours. After a safety briefing, follow a local guide through Commerce Square, Alfama, Mouraria and hilltop viewpoints, with stops at landmarks such as the Cathedral and São Vicente Monastery. E-bike assistance helps on the climbs, but you should already feel confident cycling.

“It was absolutely fabulous! The guide was 1/2 Portuguese and 1/2 British so he spoke both languages perfectly and provided so many translations throughout the tour. His knowledge of the history of Portugal and Lisbon was astounding. He showed us several things that were off the beaten path but valuable to our understanding of Lisbon’s historical, cultural, and religious past, and how it shaped the city it is today. I would highly recommend this!”

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Lisbon: Old Town TukTuk Tour and Scenic Viewpoints in Alfama - From Lisbon Cathedral to the Alfama lanes
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Lisbon: Old Town TukTuk Tour and Scenic Viewpoints in Alfama

7.Old Town TukTuk Tour and Scenic Viewpoints in Alfama

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 974 reviews · 1.5 - 3.5 hours · from $35

A local guide drives your private group through Alfama, Graça, and central Lisbon in a tuk tuk, stopping at scenic viewpoints such as Senhora do Monte and Portas do Sol. Choose a 1.5 to 3.5-hour tour, ask about pickup options, and tailor the route to your interests. Guides have included Khalid, Suman, and Tushar.

“Our 2 hour private tuk tuk tour of the Old Town with Khalid was amazing. He is friendly, knowledgeable, and drives very safely. We truly enjoyed every moment and highly recommend him 🌟😊”

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Lisbon: Alfama Tour and Live Fado with Traditional Dinner - Live Fado in an atmospheric house
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Lisbon: Alfama Tour and Live Fado with Traditional Dinner

8.Alfama Tour and Live Fado with Traditional Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 970 reviews · 4 hours · from $58

Start at Rossio Train Station with an English-speaking guide, then walk through Mouraria and Alfama before dinner and live Fado at a traditional house. The route covers steep streets and steps, so bring comfortable shoes. Guides have included Miguel, Catalina, Manuel, Roy, and Leslie, though your guide may differ.

“5 stars for our guide Miguel and the Fado singers! However, the dinner at the restaurant was not impressive, the pork was too tough and the octopus rice was too salty.”

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Lisbon: Segway Food Tour of Alfama and Old Town Lisbon - From Baixa to Alfama and Mouraria
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Lisbon: Segway Food Tour of Alfama and Old Town Lisbon

9.Segway Food Tour of Alfama and Old Town Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 770 reviews · from $90

Glide through Alfama, Mouraria and Lisbon’s hilltop viewpoints with a local guide, after a hands-on Segway lesson. The three-hour tour includes five Portuguese specialties and two drinks, with guides such as Peter, Julie and Gui among the team. Expect history, food stops and a practical way to cover steep streets.

“Tony was our guide and brilliant tour all up. Great way to get to know the city on day one and Tony had recommendations for everything.”

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Full Day Lisbon Tour Baixa Chiado with Alfama and Belem - Use the lunch break to reset
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Full Day Lisbon Tour Baixa Chiado with Alfama and Belem

10.Full Day Lisbon Tour Baixa Chiado with Alfama and Belem

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 471 reviews · from $110

Spend about nine hours exploring Belém and Lisbon’s historic centre with a guide, in a group of up to 20. Visit the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower, taste an original Pastel de Belém, then walk through Alfama, Baixa and Chiado. Guides praised by name include João, Fernanda and Teresa. Lunch and private transport are not included.

“Great tour by Carlos. Was very interesting to learn a lot of history and fun facts about Lisboa. Would recommend it to anyone who wants to learn more about the city”

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Alfama and Mouraria Tour - The oldest neighbourhoods in Lisbon - From King José I to Praça do Comércio
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Alfama and Mouraria Tour – The oldest neighbourhoods in Lisbon

11.Alfama and Mouraria Tour – The oldest neighbourhoods in Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 466 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $1Best value

In about two and a half hours, an English-speaking guide leads you from Praça do Comércio through Alfama and Mouraria to Rossio Square. Expect historic churches, narrow lanes, viewpoints and plenty of uphill walking. Guides have included Tiago, Walter, José, Kate and Rita, but the guide on your date may differ.

“Amazing!! Kate did such a great job and went out of her way to help us. Suggested restaurants and best view in Alfama”

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Lisbon: Segway Medieval Tour of Alfama and Mouraria - From Commerce Square toward Alfama
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Lisbon: Segway Medieval Tour of Alfama and Mouraria

12.Segway Medieval Tour of Alfama and Mouraria

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 420 reviews · from $56

Glide through Alfama and Mouraria on a 90-minute Segway tour with a local guide. You’ll learn the basics before setting off, then visit viewpoints and historic landmarks, including Lisbon Cathedral and the National Pantheon. Guides have included Tony, Peter, Ricardo, and Eduardo, though your guide may differ.

“Excellent. Thomas was very patient and understood our nervousness on the Segways. He soon had us feeling confident. He was very knowledgeable and also knew the best place for Portuguese tarts 😄”

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Alfama Walking Tour Lisbon - São Jorge Castle: history without a castle visit
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Alfama Walking Tour Lisbon

13.Alfama Walking Tour Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $0

Start at Praça Dom Pedro IV and walk toward Alfama with an English-speaking local guide. The route includes Rossio, Igreja de São Domingos, a stop near São Jorge Castle, Portas do Sol viewpoint and Lisbon Cathedral. Guides named in guest feedback include Natalia, Belén, Guilherme, Ana, Vivian and Valérie. Expect hills, history and a 2.5-hour walk.

“The tour was very nice and the tour guide was excellent. Our tour guide Belen did a great job providing historical information in a way that kept us interested. We stopped at various points during the tour that she explained well, got to get some pastel da nata (yum!), see beautiful viewpoints, and try some ginja in chocolate cups!”

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Alfama Private Tuk Tuk Tour: Lisbon’s Oldest Neighborhood (2 HRS) - Lisbon Cathedral: history with an extra fee
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Alfama Private Tuk Tuk Tour: Lisbon’s Oldest Neighborhood (2 HRS)

14.Alfama Private Tuk Tuk Tour: Lisbon’s Oldest Neighborhood (2 HRS)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $108

Ride through Lisbon’s steep streets with a private English-speaking guide, stopping at the Cathedral, Portas do Sol and Senhora do Monte viewpoints, the National Pantheon and Alfama. The two-hour tour starts and ends at the Hard Rock Cafe on Avenida da Liberdade. Cathedral entry costs €5 extra per person.

“Our guide gave us a fabulous tour and was so accommodating. She was also super informative. Highly recommend.”

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Segway Food Tour of Alfama and Old Town Lisbon - Alfama is the heart of the ride
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Segway Food Tour of Alfama and Old Town Lisbon

15.Segway Food Tour of Alfama and Old Town Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · from $91

Ride through central Lisbon, Alfama and Mouraria with a local guide, stopping at viewpoints, the Sé Cathedral and traditional food shops. The three-hour tour includes a Segway lesson, five Portuguese delicacies and two drinks. Guides such as Peter and Tony have been praised for their stories and care on steep streets, but the route runs in rain and requires balance.

“This was a fun and memorable way to interact with a new city. The tiny streets were perfect for segway, and although it was our first time we managed well, even on steep cobblestone streets! The guide was terrific and gave us an inspiring overview of the history of Lisbon and Portugal. Great food and ended with a tapas and wine/beer in downtown. Excellent!”

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