Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Lisbon, Portugal
Legend
Guided Free Walking Tours
Book free guided walking tours in Lisbon.
Guided Sightseeing Tours
Book guided sightseeing tours and activities in Lisbon.
Tour Facts
3.6 km
246 m
Experience Lisbon in Portugal in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.
Activities in LisbonIndividual Sights in LisbonSight 1: Estação Fluvial Sul e Sueste
The South and Southeast River Terminal, originally called South and Southeast Station, is located in the city of Lisbon, Portugal. It was built after a long period of planning, during which several proposals were submitted for its shape and location, for example it was outlined as a complete railway and river station, as part of the abandoned plan for a railway line between Santa Apolónia and Cais do Sodré. It was inaugurated on May 28, 1932, and at that time was considered an extension of trains to and from Barreiro, on the current Alentejo Line. In November 2019, the municipality started an in-depth rehabilitation plan for the marginal area next to Praça do Comércio, which included the requalification of the station building.
Wikipedia: Estação Fluvial Sul e Sueste (PT), Heritage Website Sipa, Heritage Website
Sight 2: Igreja da Conceição Velha
The Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição is a church in the civil parish of Madalena, in the municipality of Lisbon.
Wikipedia: Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição Velha (EN), Heritage Website Sipa, Heritage Website
Sight 3: Porta do Mar
The old Sea Gate, currently known as the Dark Arch, is an old city gate inserted in the Moorish fence of Lisbon. It is located on Rua dos Bacalhoeiros, in front of the transverse door of the Church of Conceição Velha. It is also called Postigo da Rua das Canastras, because it is at the end of this street.
Sight 4: Igreja da Madalena
Church of the Magdalene is a church in Lisbon, Portugal. Its portal is classified as a National Monument.
Sight 5: Porta da Alfofa
The Porta da Alfôfa was an old gate of the city of Lisbon, inserted in the Moorish fence of the city.
Sight 6: Saint Anthony's Church
The Church of Saint Anthony of Lisbon is a Roman Catholic church located in Lisbon, Portugal. It is dedicated to Saint Anthony of Lisbon. According to tradition, the church was built on the site where the saint was born, in 1195. The church is classified as a National Monument.
Wikipedia: Church of Saint Anthony of Lisbon (EN), Heritage Website Sipa, Heritage Website
Sight 7: Lisbon Cathedral
The Cathedral of Saint Mary Major, often called Lisbon Cathedral or simply the Sé, is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in Lisbon, Portugal. The oldest church in the city, it is the seat of the Patriarchate of Lisbon. Built in 1147, the cathedral has survived many earthquakes and has been modified, renovated and restored several times. It is currently a mix of different architectural styles. It has been classified as a National Monument since 1910.
Wikipedia: Lisbon Cathedral (EN), Heritage Website Sipa, Heritage Website
Sight 8: Casa dos Bicos
The Casa dos Bicos is a historical house in the civil parish of Santa Maria Maior, in the Portuguese municipality of Lisbon. The house, built in the early 16th century in the Alfama neighbourhood, has a curious façade of spikes, influenced by Italian Renaissance palaces and Portuguese Manueline styles. It survived the disastrous 1755 Lisbon earthquake that destroyed much of the city, but over time was abandoned as a residence and used as a warehouse. After a 20th-century renovation, it became the headquarters of the José Saramago Foundation and a location of the Museum of Lisbon.
Sight 9: Igreja de São João da Praça
The Church of São João da Praça is located on the street of the same name, in the parish of Santa Maria Maior, formerly in the extinct parish of São João da Praça na Sé, in Lisbon.
Sight 10: Porta do Chafariz d'El Rei
The Porta do Chafariz de El-Rei was an old gate of the city of Lisbon, inserted in the Moorish fence of the city.
Sight 11: Chafariz d'El Rei
The El-Rei Fountain, which was the first public fountain in the city of Lisbon, was built in the thirteenth century, during the reigns of King Afonso III and King Dinis, taking advantage of the excellent waters of the Alfama hillside.
Wikipedia: Chafariz de El-Rei (PT), Heritage Website Sipa, Heritage Website
Sight 12: Postigo de São Pedro
The Porta de São Pedro was an old gate of the city of Lisbon, inserted in the Moorish fence of the city.
Sight 13: Museu do Aljube - Resistência e Liberdade
Cadeia do Aljube is a former prison in Lisbon, Portugal, now serving as a museum.
Sight 14: Miradouro de Santa Luzia
The Santa Luzia Viewpoint has a wide view over Alfama and the Tagus River. The characteristic points, from left to right, are the dome of Santa Engrácia, the Church of Santo Estêvão and the two white towers of the Church of São Miguel.
Sight 15: Igreja de São Brás e de Santa Luzia
Igreja de Santa Luzia is a church in Lisbon, Portugal. It is classified as a National Monument.
Sight 16: St. Michael's Church
The Church of São Miguel is located in the parish of Santa Maria Maior, in Lisbon, Portugal.
Wikipedia: Igreja de São Miguel (Lisboa) (PT), Heritage Website Sipa, Heritage Website
Sight 17: Museu Militar de Lisboa
The Military Museum of Lisbon is a museum unit of the Portuguese Army located in Largo dos Caminhos de Ferro in Lisbon, Portugal, in front of Santa Apolónia Station.
Share
Disclaimer Please be aware of your surroundings and do not enter private property. We are not liable for any damages that occur during the tours.
GPX-Download For navigation apps and GPS devices you can download the tour as a GPX file.