Lisbon: Chiado and Bairro Alto Walking Tour

Chiado is an iconic neighborhood in Lisbon. A traditional shopping area, Chiado was once a meeting point for artists and poets, a bourgeois place to meet for a coffee or take a walk along one of the terraces. This 3-hour walking tour is both a fun and informative way to learn about this charismatic neighborhood in Lisbon. Your guide will be able to show you all the most exclusive spots, usually hidden from the well-trodden tourist path. In 1988 Chiado was almost completely destroyed by a fire. However today the neighborhood is reborn from the ashes and one of the most bustling and cosmopolitan areas of Lisbon. Discover the peculiar history of the neighborhood under the expertise of your friendly guide. Learn how the area adapted to cope with the steep slopes aboard the old tram system and walk through the historic Bairro Alto area.