Lisbon: Old Shop, Traditions and Stories - Walking Tour

€29 per person  best price - book directly with the tour operator

★★★★★  5.0 on Google & GetYourGuide

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We will explore Chiado, Rossio and Baixa. You’ll see famous landmarks, visit centuries-old historical shops and admire stunning craftsmanship. Your friendly local Portuguese guide will share fun and engaging stories about Lisbon’s history. You’ll learn about traditional Portuguese foods and drinks, take amazing photos, and leave knowing the real Lisbon.

About this walking tour

Free cancellation: 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Duration: 3 hours

Live tour guide: English

Maximum 6 people per tour

Private group avaiable

Language: English

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Eadie – Canada

April 1, 2026 - Verified booking


João was an engaging, knowledgeable and informative guide with a genuine interest in preserving Lisbon's living history. We really appreciated the small group setting and the well-paced, downhill walk. This tour that took us beyond the standard route was a highlight of our visit to Lisbon.

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€29 per person

Max 6 people

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Itinerary

  1. Praça Luís de Camões (Start)
  2. Casa das Velas Loreto
  3. Bica Funicular the most popular funicular
  4. Manteigaria União
  5. Chiado
  6. Leitão e Irmão
  7. Vista Alegre
  8. A Brasileira
  9. Paris em Lisboa
  10. Livraria Bertrand the world's oldest bookshop
  11. Elevador de Santa Justa
  12. Luvaria Ulisses
  13. Joalharia Do Carmo
  14. Gelados Santini
  15. Claus Porto
  16. Rossio
  17. Espingardaria Central A. Montez
  18. Rossio Railway Station
  19. Casa do Alentejo a Moorish palace from XVII
  20. A Ginjinha birthplace of the cherry liqueur
  21. Church of St. Dominic
  22. Manteigaria Silva
  23. Praça da Figueira
  24. Casa das Bifanas
  25. Doll's Hospital
  26. Confeitaria Nacional
  27. Baixa
  28. Garrafeira Nacional
  29. Santa Justa Lift
  30. Bifanas do Afonso best bifana in Lisbon
  31. Commerce Square (End)

🛈 For reference only itineraries are subject to changes

  • Highlights

    • Visit protected historic shops from the 1700s, like the oldest bookshop in the world


    • Learn about our traditions, culture, craftsmanship, gastronomy and more


    • Unravel the history of the city with an expert local guide


    • Take amazing photos of the top landmarks of Lisbon


    • Small group - maximum 6 - almost private


    • Discover the birthplace of Ginjinha - the city's most popular drink


    • Enter a moorish style palace from the 17th century and a burnt church from 1241

  • Full Description

    • Discover the real soul of Lisbon on this intimate 3-hour downhill walking tour.


    • We walk through the charming neighborhoods of Chiado, Rossio, and Baixa. You will pass by around 15 protected “Shops with History” (Lojas com História) — centuries-old businesses officially protected by the Portuguese government. We are the only walking tour in Lisbon that focuses on these special shops.


    • You’ll step inside some of the most remarkable ones, including the world’s oldest operating bookshop (Livraria Bertrand, since 1732) and the original birthplace of Ginjinha (1840). You will also enter the beautiful 17th-century Moorish-style palace Casa do Alentejo and the historic Igreja de São Domingos, a church from 1241 that still shows the marks of the 1959 fire.


    • Along the way you’ll admire iconic landmarks and stunning architecture: Elevador da Bica, Praça do Comércio by the river, Rossio Square, colorful tile work, cobblestone streets, statues, and scenic river views.


    • Your friendly local Portuguese guide tells fun, engaging stories about Portugal’s history, traditions, food, and culture — never boring, always easy to understand.

    Maximum 6 guests only. Relaxed pace with plenty of time for photos.


    • At the end you receive a digital map, a summary of everything we saw, 20+ insider recommendations, and access to our private WhatsApp group for local support during your stay.

  • What's included

    ✔ Digital map of the full route


    ✔ PDF summary explaining every place we passed by


    ✔ Over 20 insider recommendations for the best places to eat, drink, see and shop


    ✔ Access to our private WhatsApp group for local support during the rest of your stay in Lisbon


    ✘ Gratuities for your guide


    ✘ Food or drinks

  • Meeting Point

    Largo Luís de Camões, 1200-243 Lisboa


    • Our guide will be waving a flag with the "lisbon made easy." logo.


    • Make sure to arrive 10 minutes before the activity's starting time.

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