Lisbon , Portugal

Lisbon Culture and Food Tour

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About this experience

Indulge in a culinary experience where you get to taste a variety of traditional Portuguese dishes and wines. This tour will take you to local restaurants and cafes where you will get to sample flavors like cod fish dishes (bacalhau), cheeses, and sweets like pastel de nata.

Explore the culinary delights of Lisbon with a professional guide on a 4-hour food tour. Taste the best of Portuguese cuisine as you experience five different local taverns with eight tastings of traditional eateries and learn about the wine culture and our traditional “petiscos".

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Lisbon Food & Culture Tour

Private Tour

What's included

Responsibility and personal accident insurance

Small Walking Tour showing some of the city´s viewpoints

3 Wine Tastes

1 Cheese Tasting

Certified Tour Guide

1 Ginja Custard

4 Portuguese Street food

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1

After meeting at Rossio Square, we’ll go to an old casino to taste some “petiscos”. Next, we’ll continue towards a local tavern for a chance to try the famous ginginha (cherry liquor).

Our next stop will be in one of Lisbon’s oldest landmarks, “The Convent of Carmo”.

Then we’ll visit Bairro Alto, which became Lisbon’s bohemian quarter for the aristocrats and writers, and is today the center of the city’s nightlife.

Next, we will reach Camões Square, where you´ll familiarize with the story of the fantastical Portuguese voyages during the 16th centuries while you taste a custart tart. Stop in a local place where you will recognize some photos from Antonie Bordain. It was the place where he tasted the bifana (pork sandwich).

Stop 5

Walking through Garret street, our following stop, you’ll learn about Lisbon’s strong coffee-culture.

We will finish the tour in a wine house, where you will have a variety of typical regional products & red wine.

What's not included

Hotel Pick up & Drop off

Available languages

Guide guide

Important information

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Food options at the venues visited during this activity may be limited and may not accommodate special diets. If you have dietary restrictions or allergies, including gluten-free, vegan, or kosher, please be aware that suitable alternatives may not be readily available. Vegan, celiac, Kosher and Halal options are not available

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the statue of D. Pedro IV

Important notes

. Minimum drinking age is 18 years
. This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
. Food and wine tasting locations might change
. Food options at the venues visited during this activity may be limited and may not accommodate special diets. If you have dietary restrictions or allergies, including gluten-free, vegan, or kosher, please be aware that suitable alternatives may not be readily available.

About Lisbon

Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, is a vibrant city known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and warm climate. With its charming streets, historic trams, and breathtaking viewpoints, Lisbon offers a unique blend of old-world charm and modern energy.

Top Attractions

Belém Tower

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this 16th-century tower is an iconic symbol of Lisbon's Age of Discoveries.

Historical 1-2 hours €6

Alfama District

Lisbon's oldest district, known for its narrow, winding streets, Fado music, and historic charm.

Historical Half day Free to explore, attractions may have entry fees

Sintra

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sintra is a romantic town with stunning palaces and castles.

Historical Full day Varies by attraction, around €10-€15 per site

Must-Try Local Dishes

Bacalhau à Brás

Shredded codfish with eggs, potatoes, and onions

Main Dish Contains fish and eggs

Pastel de Nata

Custard tart with a flaky pastry crust

Dessert Contains dairy and eggs

Francesinha

A sandwich with meat, cheese, and a beer-based sauce

Main Dish Contains meat, cheese, and gluten

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