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Lisbon Private Tour: Discover the Real City
4.8
22 Ratings
Lisboa
Discover Lisbon’s African history on a private tour. Uncover the city’s true past, economy, and people beyond the tourist facade.
Discover Lisbon’s African history on a private tour. Uncover the city’s true past, economy, and people beyond the tourist facade.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Lisbon - This tour highlights the African heritage and history in Lisbon, emphasizing the significant role of slaves in the city’s history and economy from the 16th century to today. This journey combines history, anthropology, and modern life in Lisbon.
- Rossio Square - Explore the history of black Africans and slaves involved in numerous…
- Lisbon - This tour highlights the African heritage and history in Lisbon, emphasizing the significant role of slaves in the city’s history and economy from the 16th century to today. This journey combines history, anthropology, and modern life in Lisbon.
- Rossio Square - Explore the history of black Africans and slaves involved in numerous activities in this area of the city.
- Castelo, Alfama & Mouraria - A traditional area of Lisbon where immigrants contribute to the city’s culture and heritage.
- Chafariz D’El Rei - An ancient fountain in Lisbon where slaves had a dedicated tap for drawing water.
- Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco) - The city’s main square, integral to Lisbon’s historical narrative.
- Campo das Cebolas - Once a bustling commercial hub in Lisbon, where slaves arrived from the colonies, especially Africa. This site is rich with architectural remnants and layers of history to explore during a visit.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee
- Tea and coffee
Additional Information
The visit is private tour, it shares a different perspective of Lisboa. This is a vision and true insight into the city’s history, economy, and the people. Influence of Africa and history of slaves is part of our society, was part of the construction of city and we we ttell you more details. It will be a real experience, is not turistic experience or a postal card of Lisboa. We want the real city with you!
The visit is private tour, it shares a different perspective of Lisboa. This is a vision and true insight into the city’s history, economy, and the people. Influence of Africa and history of slaves is part of our society, was part of the construction of city and we we ttell you more details. It will be a real experience, is not turistic experience or a postal card of Lisboa. We want the real city with you!
Location
Rossio
Rua 1º de Dezembro
At the main door of Rossio train station. Street 1 Dezembro close to Starbucks cafe.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(22 Ratings)
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Bronwyn_h
Jan 5, 2026
Excellent tour - excellent tour, Filipa the guide was patient when I ran a few minutes late due to lunch taking longer than expected. She was very enjoyable to talk to, knowledgeable, and I learned a lot about the city.
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Ana_p
Dec 29, 2025
Insights to Portugal’s History! - Filipa was AMAZING! So knowledgeable! She really put the right history in perspective on this tour with gentle empathy & brilliant knowledge. She just really gave us a wonderful taste of Lisbon and did not mind taking extra time for us! Would highly recommend this tour with her, despite having thought what is a blond blue eyed lady doing giving this tour- couldn’t have been more perfect!! She lives & feels her countries history from a balanced perspective!
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Lorraine_p
Oct 9, 2025
This is a very informative tour. - This was a very interesting tour. I learned a lot about the African influence on Lisbon. She made the tour very enjoyable with her knowledge as well as her friendly personality.
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Sightsee764221
Aug 18, 2025
Untold but important history - Sometimes historical walking tours — especially the darker side of history — can feel daunting, but Filipa was different. She was engaging, informative, and considerate.
She treated us to coffee and pastries halfway through, and accommodated questions and additional stops
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Louettra_d
May 1, 2025
Perfect tour - It was perfect the tour guides were very exceptional and knowledgeable and was the best and good at what they do
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Malik_m
Mar 12, 2025
Amazing experience - The tour guide Filipa was amazing. She’s very friendly and informative. She helped give a great perspective of Lisbon, Portugal as a whole and the history of who, how and what built Portugal. Very knowledgeable about the African slave trade and the history of what brought the Africans to Portugal and the important role they played and continue to play in the country. Absolutely loved every moment of this tour and recommend to anyone visiting Lisbon with a quest for knowledge of some African history.
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Shayla_l
Mar 8, 2025
Filipa was so kind and... - Filipa was so kind and pleasant. She was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of African people on Lisbon and Portugal. The experience was enjoyable and it was a comfortable walk.
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Ada_c
Feb 19, 2025
Highly Recommend!! - Love this tour. Filipa is knowledgeable and gives a fabulous and engaging tour. She told the story of Lisbon from the perspective of the enslaved people as we visited each monument and landmark. With the private nature of the tour, I was able to engage in thoughtful conversations. One of the best tours as her passion and commitment show.
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Ruth_m
Nov 18, 2024
Amazing African History Tour - Filipa was an excellent tour guide. We learned a great deal about the history of Africans in Portugal. She also shared a lot about the culture and way of life in Portugal. We especially enjoyed our coffee break with the custard pies - delicious.
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Glenae_f
Oct 24, 2024
Great African History Tour - Filipa was a great guide in this tour exploring the forgotten history of Africans in Portugal and the slave trade. I learned of many great people who have no statues or memorials of their contributions (except for Pai Paulino) to the building up of Portugal. Filipa communicated perfectly and planned a great stop to enjoy pasteles nata (sp). We saw the ancient amphitheater ruins and ended along the water near the square. Great experience.
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