Lisbon Trip Overview
The Lisbon tour, is one way of showing Lisbon at is glory, history and glamour. This private tours are designed to be more flexible so they can be adapted and customized in order to meet your needs and interests, along with our suggestions will result in an itinerary tailored to suit you. Yellow Cab TT Tours is always at your disposal with the quality you have come to expect.
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* Duration: 8 hours
* Starts: Lisbon, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Lisbon, Central Portugal, Portugal
The Lisbon tour, is one way of showing Lisbon at is glory, history and glamour. This private tours are designed to be more flexible so they can be adapted and customized in order to meet your needs and interests, along with our suggestions will result in an itinerary tailored to suit you. Yellow Cab TT Tours is always at your disposal with the quality you have come to expect.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Parque das Nacoes, Avenida Dom Joao II 13B, Lisbon 1990-998 Portugal
The northern area of Lisbon, known as Parque das Nações, was built for the world exhibition Expo 98, when finally the river was returned to the city.
Located in the waterfront of the Tagus river estuary, it’s a new and modern area of the city where you will be able to enjoy an amazing view of the Vasco da Gama Bridge, the longest bridge in Europe and appreciate contemporary architecture and several engineering landmarks.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Vasco da Gama Tower, Parque das Nacoes Cais das Naus, Lisbon Portugal
The Vasco da Gama Tower is a 145-metre lattice tower at Parque das Nações.
Built on the northern side of the Tagus river, it is named after the 15th century Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Pass By: Vasco da Gama Shopping Center, Parque das Nacoes Parque das Nacoes, Lissabon, Lisbon District, Zentral-Portugal, Lisbon Portugal
Built as the main entrance for the world exhibition EXPO 98 it represents the maximum expression of modern architecture and engineering that characterizes the Parque das Nações neighbourhood.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Pass By: Estacao Gare do Oriente, Av. D Joao II, Lisbon 1999-002 Portugal
Designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, the station was inaugurated on 19 May 1998, as part of the celebrations marking the opening of the EXPO’98 world’s exhibition.
At the time of its opening it was considered the largest intermodal station in Portugal, winning the Brunel Award in the category of large new construction projects.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Stop At: Alfama, Lisbon Portugal
The Alfama neighbourhood is the oldest district of Lisbon, spreading on the slope between the São Jorge Castle and the Tagus river.
Its name comes from the Arabic Al-hamma meaning “hot fountains” or “baths”.
It contains many important historical attractions, as well as an abundance of Fado bars and restaurants.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Castelo de S. Jorge, Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo, Lisbon 1100-129 Portugal
The São Jorge Castle Hill has been occupied by different civilizations, from Fenicians, Romans, Visigoths and Moors, due to its strategic location.
Since 1147, when Lisbon was conquered by D. afonso henriques, the São Jorge castle has served as a royal palace, military barracks, national archive, and is now as a national monument and museum.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Stop At: Miradouro da Senhora do Monte, Largo do Monte, Lisbon 1170-253 Portugal
One of the highest viewpoints of Lisbon, from where you can get a panoramic overview of the city, above the old neighbourhoods of Mouraria and Graça with the main landmarks on the horizon.
This is a mandatory stop for pictures.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Se de Lisboa, Largo da Se, Lisbon 1100-585 Portugal
This is the oldest church in the city.
Built after que conquer of Lisbon by D. Afonso Henriques in 1147, the cathedral has survived many earthquakes and has been modified, renovated and restored several times.
It is nowadays a mix of different architectural Styles having been classified as a National Monument in 1910.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Praca Martim Moniz, Rua de Senhora da Saude, Lisbon 1100-586 Portugal
According to the legend, Martim Moniz was a knight participating in the Siege of Lisbon, during the Reconquest, led by King D. Afonso Henriques and sacrificed himself in the castle door preventing the defenders from fully closing it.
This heroic fact granted him to have his name given to one of the squares of downtown Lisbon, where a multitude of different world cultures can be found together.
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Pass By: Praca da Figueira, Travessa Nova de Sao Domingos 9 3 Esq., Lisbon 1100-372 Portugal
In the 16th century this square did not exist, with most of its area occupied by the Hospital Real de Todos os Santos, the most important in Lisbon.
After the great earthquake of 1755 which destroyed most of the city, the hospital was greatly damaged and was demolished around 1775.
The large area previously occupied by the hospital was turned into an open market square and, late 19th century, a large covered market was built. This market existed until 1949, when it was demolished. Since then the square has been an open space.
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Stop At: Rossio Square, Praca Dom Pedro IV, Lisbon 1100-026 Portugal
Officially named King Pedro the 4th square, Rossio translates as a large gathering space.
It’s the heart of the Baixa downtown area, surrounded by late 18th century buildings from the city reconstruction plan issued by Marquês de Pombal after the 1755 earthquake.
From here you have access to walking streets towards the Riverside, through rua Augusta and Praça do Comércio.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Duration: 45 minutes
Pass By: Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), Avenida Infante Dom Henrique 1C, Lisbon 1100-053 Portugal
Commonly known as Terreiro do Paço because it was the location of Paços da Ribeira (Royal Ribeira Palace) until the 1755 Lisbon earthquake.
After the earthquake, the square was completely remodeled as part of the rebuilding plan of Marquês de Pombal, Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo.
It is actually still one of the biggest city squares in Europe.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Pass By: Rua Augusta Satna Maria Maior, Lisbon Portugal
The main pedestrian boulevard of Lisbon downtown connecting Rossio square to Praça do Comércio.
Closer to the Riverside you can see the colossal triumphal Arco da Rua Augusta, built in the 19th century to celebrate the reconstruction of the city after the 1755 earthquake.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Pass By: Praca dos Restauradores, Avenida da Liberdade, Lisbon 1250-188 Portugal
Surrounded by 19th and early 20th century buildings, this square is dedicated to the restoration of the independence of Portugal, december 1st. 1640, after sixty years of Spanish domination.
The obelisk in the middle of the square, from 1886, carries the names and dates of the battles fought during the Portuguese Restoration War after 1640.
From here begins Avenida da Liberdade, Lisbon’s main central boulevard with large sidewalks decorated by the portuguese “calçada”, a traditional art still done by hand piece by piece with light and dark stone cubes.
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Pass By: Praca Marques do Pombal, Avenida da Liberdade Rotunda, Lisbon Portugal
Sebastião José de carvalho e Melo, was the state secretary of King D. José I at the time of the 1755 earthquake.
From many other things, he was the master planner of the Lisbon downtown reconstruction plan. The actual statue, from the 20th century shows the acknoledgement of the city to his work.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Pass By: Parque Eduardo VII, Av. Sidonio Pais, Lisbon 1070-051 Portugal
Parque Eduardo VII is a public park with an area of 26 hectares near Avenida da Liberdade and Marquês de Pombal Square.
Its name pays homage to King Edward VII from United Kingdom who visited Portugal in 1902, to strengthen the relations between the two countries.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Pass By: Bairro Alto, Lisbon 1200-109 Portugal
One of the historic neighbourhoods of Lisbon, that started from the economic growth of the city after the 16th. century.
The need to expand due to population growth and commercial development of Lisbon, led to the construction of a dense residential and commercial area, that still keeps its traditional character these days.
Closer to Bairro Alto, Chiado area connects to the downtown, being now a trendy art and fashion business district.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Pass By: Basilica da Estrela, Praca da Estrela 12, Lisbon 1200-667 Portugal
Ordered to build by Queen Maria I of Portugal as the fulfilment of a vow, the Basilica is not only a product of the Queen’s particularly fervent devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, but remains the most important architectural endeavour of her reign.
The huge church has a giant dome, and is located in a hill in what was at the time the western part of Lisbon and can be viewed from far away.
The style is similar to the Mafra National Palace, in late baroque and neoclassical with twin bell towers in front including statues of saints and allegoric figures.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Pass By: 25 de Abril Bridge, Praca 25 de Abril Almada, Lisbon 1950-358 Portugal
The main passage that reunites the south with the center of Portugal.
Finished in 1966, it shares the project concept with the San Francisco – Oakland Bay bridge and is one of the most popular and photographed monuments of Lisbon.
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Stop At: Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei, Praceta do Cristo Rei 27A Não é localizado em Lisboa e sim em Almada, Almada 2800-058 Portugal
The best view of Lisbon from the south side of the Tagus River.
With more than 100 meters of height, finished in 1959, this unique landmark, was built to fulfill a vow from the portuguese episcopate to keep the country in peace during World War II.
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Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, Praca do Imperio Belém, Lisbon 1400-206 Portugal
The monastery is one of the most prominent examples of the Portuguese Late Gothic Manueline architectural style in Lisbon.
It was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.
The construction began in 1501 and took over 100 years to be finished.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Torre de Belem, Avenida Brasilia – Belem, Lisbon 1400-038 Portugal
Originally built in 1520, it’s one of the most iconic images of Lisbon.
King Manuel I commissioned this fortified tower to be built near the harbor from where the portuguese “caravelas” were sailing overseas to protect the fast growing city of Lisbon.
This is a mandatory stop for pictures.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Padrao dos Descobrimentos Avenida Brasilia Belem, Lisbon 1400-038 Portugal
Built in 1940 for the Great Exhibition of the Portuguese World in the same year, the Padrão dos Descobrimentos is a monument celebrating the Portuguese Age of Discoveries.
In 1960 it was renewed to celebrate the 5th centenary of the death of Henry the Navigator, the great entrepreneus of the portuguese expansion overseas.
This is a private tour, all of our suggested timings and stops can be adapted to your preferences or needs, just let us know and we do it.
