CASTLE WALKING TOURS IN PORTUGAL
Capped gates and coach seats fill weeks ahead, and the good ones go first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Walk Lisbon’s Alfama and São Jorge Castle quarters, visit the cathedral, trace Roman Olisipo, and enjoy Portas do Sol views for $23.
“The tour was perfectly well organized by our guide. Our guide shared lots of interesting historical facts and fun stories along the route. Definitely recommended!”
Review of Sintra’s private walking tour to Pena Palace, Moorish Castle, and old town, with practical advice on hills, tickets, guides, and value.
“João was an excellent guide! He introduced us to the highlights of Sintra and provided an in-depth tour that was well paced and thoroughly enjoyable. He included visual aids, and maps that provided a better understanding of the history and a sense of place. Highly recommend this tour!”
Review of Lisbon’s 3-hour small-group walk with São Jorge Castle, Alfama, Chiado, pastel de nata, and ginjinha for $69.
“I LIKED IT VERY MUCH! During the tour we discussed a lot of history and events, its consequences, possible scenarios, future etc. Enjoyed views, ginga, coffee and pasteis. Simply had a great time.”
Explore Sintra by moonlight with historian Miguel Boim, hearing legends, seeing night views, and walking forest paths away from daytime crowds.
“The fact that the walk is at night gives the experience that extra uplifting one might sometimes need when thinking about a 6km hike through the mountain… the stories cheer you up and make you forget about time or distance. The experience iRead more”
A keep, a citadel, a palace with battlements, or a day trip to reach one.
