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Private Historical Tour in Medieval Lisbon and St George Castle

2 Reviews 4.50 out of 5 stars Based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Lisbon, Portugal
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover the Medieval neighborhood of Alfama and enjoy your skip-the line tickets for the São Jorge Castle.
On this kid-friendly tour your guide will tell you about the history and the rich culture of this district and make you live a great adventure with your family, full of activities and interesting descriptions that will keep everyone involved and engaged.
Walk through the narrow streets, see the colorful architecture of the charming buildings and the characteristic squares where you will meet street artists playing Fado music.
Then, you will head inside São Jorge Castle, one of the symbols of the city, and learn about the stories and the anecdotes connected to it thanks to the commentaries of your expert guide-
Play games and answer to trivia together with your children, while stopping at the main highlights of the area, such as the José Saramago Fundation, the Church of Santo Antonio and the Lisbon Cathedral.

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • Skip-the-line access tickets
  • Professional kid-friendly guide
  • Food & drinks
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

R. dos Bacalhoeiros 10
1100-135 Lisboa, Portugal

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End point

Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo
1100-129 Lisboa, Portugal

Your tour will end after visiting the Castelo de S. Jorge.

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Fundacao Jose Saramago (pass by)

Stop at the José Saramago Foundation, a cultural institution in the Casa dos Biscos, a 16th building with a curios spike facade, that hosts also the Museum of Lisbon.
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Lisbon Cathedral (pass by)

The Cathedral is a Romanqseue church, built in the XII century on the remains of a Moorish mosque and a great example of mixed architectural influences, including the Gothic and Baroque styles.
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Church of St. Anthony (pass by)

Admire the great baroque church dedicated to Saint Anthony of Lisbon, also known as Saint Anthony of Padua, patron saint of Portugal, classified as a National Monument.
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Castelo De Sao Jorge

Explore the 11th century castle and discover its many uses over the time, from royal residence, defending fortress until its nowadays purpose of Museum and National Monument.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Historical Tour in Medieval Lisbon and St George Castle?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-125317P79

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What's Included

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  • Private tour
  • Skip-the-line access tickets
  • Professional kid-friendly guide
  • Food & drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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