• Elevador de Santa Justa - Experience one of Lisbon’s most iconic elevators. This unique structure offers a phenomenal view from the top, making it a highly sought-after attraction in the city. The Santa Justa elevator is a renowned historical monument in downtown Lisbon.

Originally designed by Mesnier du Ponsard, it was first known as Ascensor Ouro-Carmo. It connects Rua do Ouro to Largo do Carmo with a neo-Gothic style that stands out from other city elevators.

The wooden cabins, elegantly adorned with brass, provide a nostalgic journey through time as they transport visitors to the city’s most exclusive areas.

At the tower’s summit, visitors can enjoy one of the city’s best viewpoints, offering a splendid view of Baixa, the Castle, the Tagus River, and the impressive ruins of the Igreja do Convento do Carmo. It’s worth ascending to experience the breathtaking landscape that unfolds before you.

• Miradouro da Senhora do Monte - Once a well-kept secret, this viewpoint has become popular with tour guides and couples. It offers a panoramic view of Lisbon, complemented by a small image of the Virgin Mary, which gives the viewpoint its name. Behind the image is a small 18th-century chapel, usually closed. An old legend suggests that pregnant women who sat in the stone chair inside would have easier childbirths.

This is one of the city’s highest points, allowing several monuments to be seen and identified on a tile panel. The viewpoint is popular at sunset, but during the day, visitors also enjoy the shade of olive trees, cypresses, and stone pines.

To reach this spot, walk along Rua da Graça from Largo da Graça, and turn left onto Rua da Senhora do Monte.

• Alfama - This medieval neighborhood, once a Jewish quarter and fishing community, is the oldest in Europe after El Pópulo in Cádiz. It is a small village or medina in the heart of the capital, a relic from before the great earthquake of 1755. It survived the disaster due to its solid foundations on the city’s highest hill, extending to the Graça neighborhood.

It’s a place to wander through alleys and squares, guided by the senses: seeing clotheslines on balconies and stunning views of the Tagus River, smelling fish grilling on the corner, hearing Fado from a typical restaurant, savoring traditional dishes, and touching magnificent tile panels. This is Lisbon’s most picturesque neighborhood and the true soul of the city.

Life here continues as it did centuries ago, but descending to the river brings you back to the 21st century, with old warehouses now transformed into trendy spots.

• Lisbon Cathedral - The Lisbon Cathedral, located in the city of the same name in Portugal, serves as the seat of the Patriarchate of Lisbon and the Parish of the Cathedral. Its construction began in the latter half of the 12th century, following the city’s conquest from the Moors by D. Afonso Henriques, and today it showcases a blend of architectural styles. It has been recognized as a National Monument since 1910.

• Church of St. Anthony - The Church of Santo António is situated in the parish of Santa Maria Maior (Sé), in Lisbon, Portugal. It is believed to be located on the site of Saint Anthony’s birthplace, next to the old Porta do Mar, which existed in the wall leading to medieval Lisbon’s interior, and is considered his sanctuary. Adjacent to it is a small museum dedicated to him.

• Baixa, Rossio & Restauradores - The Baixa district of Lisbon was entirely rebuilt in the 18th century after being destroyed by the 1755 earthquake. It was the largest earthquake ever recorded in Europe, leading to the first neoclassical urban planning and large-scale earthquake-resistant construction worldwide.

Streets were designed with specific shapes and measurements, named after the various trades and artisans of the time (shoemakers, gilders, saddlers, gold and silver workers).

In the 20th century, many buildings were occupied by banks and offices, pushing residents to the Avenidas Novas (New Avenues), eventually leaving several buildings abandoned. However, in recent years, the neighborhood has been revitalized as a commercial and tourist hub.

Many streets are pedestrianized, connecting a series of monumental squares, from Rossio Square with its cafes to Commerce Square with its triumphal arch, to the elegant Municipal Square.

• Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco) - Praça do Comércio, or Commerce Square in English, is Lisbon’s main square. It was constructed on the site of the old Royal Palace, which was destroyed by the 1755 earthquake.

The southern end of the plaza is open, overlooking the Tagus River, while the other three sides feature yellow-colored buildings with arcades along the façade. When first built, commercial ships would unload their goods directly onto this square, as it was considered the “door” to Lisbon.

• Avenida da Liberdade - Lisbon’s version of the Parisian Champs-Elysées. This tree-lined avenue, paved with Portuguese cobblestones, stretches between Restauradores and Marquês de Pombal squares, housing large luxury shops starting on Rua Castilho to the north and descending the avenue.

This area also features theaters and beautiful old buildings, although many were demolished for new constructions in the mid-20th century. However, some remarkable examples remain, many of them Valmor Prize winners, with an impressive Art Nouveau example at number 206-218, now home to a Prada store.

Climbing the hill on the eastern side (with the help of the Lavra Elevator) leads to the old parish of Pena, a more traditional neighborhood, where the famous fado singer Amália Rodrigues was born, and where a lesser-known viewpoint, the Miradouro do Torel, can be found.

• Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei - The National Sanctuary of Christ the King is situated 133 meters above the Tagus River. It features a portico designed by architect António Lino, standing 75 meters high, topped by a 28-meter-high statue of the Holy Redeemer with open arms facing Lisbon, created by Portuguese sculptor Francisco Franco de Sousa. The pedestal, including the portico, rises to 82 meters in height. The sanctuary and monument to Christ the King is Almada’s biggest tourist attraction.

This monument offers the best viewpoint overlooking Lisbon, providing a wide view of the capital and the 25th of April Bridge. Numerous tourist reports about Lisbon feature the sanctuary and monument to Christ the King, a landmark of Almada. It is one of Portugal’s tallest buildings, standing 110 meters high.

• Mosteiro dos Jeronimos - Visit only the Monastery Church.

The extraordinary stonework in the cloisters of this monastery celebrates the times when the West and the East met, and the man who brought these worlds closer together – Vasco da Gama – is buried inside the church.

• Padrao dos Descobrimentos - A panoramic visit to the Monument to the Discoveries evokes the Portuguese overseas expansion, synthesizes a glorious past, and symbolizes the greatness of Prince Henry the Navigator’s work, the driving force behind the discoveries.

A stylized caravel sets sail, carrying at its prow Prince Henry the Navigator and some of the protagonists (32) of the overseas exploits and the culture of the time: navigators, cartographers, warriors, colonizers, evangelizers, chroniclers, and artists, are portrayed with the symbols that individualize them.

A stylized mast, oriented North-South, has on each face two Portuguese shields, with five quinas (five shields), surrounded by a band with 12 castles and in the center several fleurs-de-lis. Attached to the mast, on each face, are three curved triangular structures, giving the illusion of sails billowing in the wind.

• Torre de Belem - Panoramic tour. Lisbon’s landmark resembles a small castle straight out of a fairy tale. It’s an architectural gem from the Age of Discoveries, now classified as a World Heritage Site.

• Private transportation
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• On-board WiFi
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Mandatory insurance
• Private guide and accompaniment to all monuments

• Lunch

Explore Lisbon with a comprehensive tour designed for those eager to truly know and appreciate the city and its historical transformations, from the Romans to the Arabs, including the impact of the great earthquake. By the end of the day, the goal is for participants to return to their hotel (or any other accommodation) feeling like a true “alphacinha.” This experience not only covers the most significant landmarks but also provides insight into the contributions of the various civilizations that have shaped the city. Conducted by our company, this tour offers a comfortable and entirely flexible experience.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.