Alentejo Restaurant, Lisbon

Join your foodie guide in central Lisbon and embark on an unforgettable food and wine tour with 15 tastings. Relish the flavors of Portuguese cuisine as you mingle with locals and explore the heart of Lisbon, Baixa. Start with a refreshing glass of Vinho Verde (green wine), paired with the iconic codfish cake. Learn more about the history of Port, Portugal’s famous fortified wine. Sip on a glass paired with the delicious local cheese. Then, visit one of the most famous tascas (taverns) in Lisbon, where you´ll taste a typical Bifana (pork sandwich) washed down with a cold draft beer. Treat yourself to some Ginjinha, the favorite liqueur of many Portuguese and considered the typical drink of Lisbon. Try this aromatic cherry brandy at a historic bar that was the first to sell it commercially in 1840. Visit a true local venue with some chouriço, a typical Portuguese bread, along with other local products served with a glass of delicious red wine. Then, savor a traditional Portuguese rice dish, served with wine. The dish is prepared daily, based on the availability of fresh ingredients, and the wine is carefully selected to pair with the food.

We'll start our tour at Praça do Comércio, the most beautiful square in Lisbon and head towards Baixa and Chiado, the romantic neighbourhoods in Lisbon and have been the meeting point of famous artists, writers, poets and politicians since the XVIII century. They are still considered the heart of the city and most cosmopolitan areas with its imposing buildings, historical monuments and crowded streets. These were the areas that suffered the most with the Great Earthquake of Lisbon in 1755 and were almost totally rebuilt in the XVIII century, becoming the first earthquake proof city in Europe. You'll learn a bit more about the rich history of Portugal, the end of the monarchy, the change of the capital to a foreign country, the Jewish massacre, the longest dictatorship in Europe, the revolution that changed the country and the many aspects of the Portuguese culture. From our meeting point at Praça do Comércio (Commerce Square), you’ll see place like the City Hall of Lisbon, Augusta Street and its famous Arch, Santa Justa Elevator, Rossio Square and Train Station, São Domingos Church, the Jewish memorial, the original Ginjinha Shop, Casa do Alentejo, the Square and Monastery of Carmo, a Brasileira Café, Camões Square and much more.

Join a walking tour of Lisbon's city center and learn about the city's rich history. Explore the neighborhoods of Chiado, Princípe Real, and Bairro Alto, and see beautiful churches such as S. Domingos, the Carmo Convent, and S. Roque. Meet your guide at Rossio Square, the heart of the city, and head up to explore the classic neighborhoods of Chiado and Princípe Real and the bohemian neighborhood of Bairro Alto. Pass by beautiful churches such as S. Domingos, the Carmo Convent, and S. Roque, as well as seeing some Neo-Manueline architecture, intriguing azulejos "tiles", and trendy cafés and restaurants. Learn about the earthquake of 1755 and the reconstruction of the city by Prime Minister Marquês de Pombal. Hear about the Inquisition and persecution of Jews and Muslims, the restoration wars and their consequences, and Ulysses and the mythological foundation of Lisbon. See the Santa Justa Elevador, Carmo Square, São Pedro de Alcântara Miradouro, and much more. A main difference between this proposal and other walking tours is that you will have the opportunity to connect with other travelers and share some drinks at a local bar after the tour.

The tour starts at Praça do Comércio and heads towards Alfama along some of the city’s oldest and narrowest streets. Wander past local bars and restaurants, and feel the vibrant culture of Lisbon all around you as you stop by the Casa dos Bicos, Sé Cathedral, and Igreja de Santo Antonio. Next, walk towards the Portas do Sol viewpoint and admire the stunning views while you soak up the glorious Lisbon sunshine. Visit São Jorge Castle next and learn about the rich history of the city as you listen to your guide share stories, tales and anecdotes about the region. After the castle, walk down to the Baixa area to visit Augusta street, Rossio Square, São Domingos Church and the Jewish Memorial. Time to visit the Casa do Alentejo, the Restauradores Square, and Rossio Station next, before heading onto Carmo Square to see the National Guard Museum and the stunning Carmo Church. Nearing the end of the tour, visit the Santa Justa Elevator and the São Pedro de Alcantara view point to marvel at the breathtaking landscapes that surround you and enjoy some time to take some photos. The final leg of the tour takes you towards Bairro Alto and the Bohemian neighbourhood before finishing up at Praça Camões.

Feel the magic of Lisbon on a private 2-hour introductory tour through the city's most charming and fascinating quarters. Get to know the essence of the city as you walk through the streets of the Chiado and Baxa Pombalina districts. Meet your guide in Largo do Chiado and enjoy a walk in the surrounding area. Visit the beautiful churches of Nossa Senhora do Loreto and the Church of Sao Roque. Enter Cervejaria Trindade, a historic Portuguese restaurant with tiles, frescoes, and arches. Afterward, head to the famous Santa Justa Lift to enjoy spectacular views of the city. Conveniently visit the ruins of the Carmo Convent with skip-the-line tickets. Take a minute to relax under the trees in Largo do Carmo Square. Admire Rossio Station's Neo-Manueline architecture and the neo-Moorish style of the famous restaurant, Casa do Alentejo, a former palace of the 17th century. During your tour try Ginja, the most popular liquor in Portugal and also visit the Church of Sao Domingos. Walk along the elegant Rua Augusta to the stunning arch that leads into the Plaça do Comercio, the entrance to the city. Conclude your tour by relaxing and enjoying views of the Tejo River.