Alfama Walking Free Tour: Secrets of Lisbon’s Oldest District

Discover where Lisbon began with our Alfama and Mouraria Walking Tour, a journey through more than 3.000 years of history.

Lisbon is one of the oldest cities in Europe, and its story starts in the historic districts of Alfama and Mouraria. Phoenicians, Romans, Visigoths and Moors once lived here, shaping the cultural identity that still defines Lisbon today. In 1147, D. Afonso Henriques, the first King of Portugal, conquered the city, marking a turning point in Portuguese history.

These neighbourhoods were among the best preserved after the 1755 Great Lisbon Earthquake, making them essential stops on any Lisbon historical Tour. From the Tagus River to São Jorge Castle, this guided walking tour in Lisbon allows you to:

• Wander through narrow medieval streets. • Admire traditional Portuguese azulejos. • Enjoy breathtaking views from Portas do Sol and Chão do Loureiro. • Experience the birthplace of Fado music. • Discover authentic local life in the Alfama ​​and Mouraria Tour.

Highlights:

• Praça do Comércio • Lisbon Cathedral (Sé de Lisboa) • Alfama Historic District • Portas do Sol and Chão do Loureiro viewpoint • São Jorge Castle • Casa dos Bicos • Street Art​