Downtown & Bairro Alto Free Tour: History versus Modern Facts
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See the legends and history of the most eminent neighborhoods of Lisbon as Baixa, Bairro Alto and Chiado come alive while we explore narrow alleys and vast squares.
Cross the downtown of Lisbon and discover its most representative neighborhoods, Baixa, Chiado, Cais do Sodré, Bica, Bairro Alto, all brought up during the discoveries era and risen from the ashes into glory in the romantic period with the reconstruction made after the big earthquake in 1755. Learn all about the discoveries, the romantic period, the end of monarchy and the dictatorship and revolution periods.
Learn the history and legends of the old town most representative neighbourhoods, told by real local guides, getting a truly personal and insightful view on Lisbon, walking through the city's narrow alleys up and downhill, lost in time on a genuine "back to the past" tour.
Along the way, we will be visiting points of interest in the historic center of the city on an entertaining and informal guided tour where history, stories, and fun facts combine together.
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Praça Dom Pedro IV
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