Louise, Germany
Last-Minute Gem with Anna!
After my originally booked tour with another company was canceled because of rain, I quickly scrambled to find a replacement and ended up joining Anna’s Alfama tour, which turned out to be an incredible stroke of luck. Despite the rainy weather, there were no cancellations on this tour, and Anna’s energy and humor made the experience truly unforgettable. She kept the entire group engaged with lively storytelling, happily took photos for those who wanted, and even went above and beyond by stopping to share extra curiosities and details along the way. Anna is a fantastic guide who really made the best of a wet day and turned it into one of my favorite memories in Lisbon!
Miriam, Ireland
This was my second tour with Discover Lisbon, and once again, it gave real meaning to the city streets I’d walked by so many times. This time, I joined the Bairro Alto tour, led by Natalia.
Knowing I was into architecture, she tailored parts of the tour just for me, weaving in stories and details that kept my attention, even under the hot Lisbon sun. The mix of Lisbon nightlife and local history was the perfect combo, showing how the city transforms from day to night.
What made this tour even more special was Natalia’s Brazilian background. Her “intercontinental” take on Portuguese culture gave the conversation a richer perspective. Plus, she was super friendly, helped with my Portuguese, and knew exactly where to snap the best photos.
If you want a fun, insightful walk through Bairro Alto, filled with history, hidden gems, and local nightlife tips, this is the one. Totally recommended.
John B, UK
After a long travel day filled with delays and a missed connection, my partner and I were exhausted and frustrated. The last thing we expected was to end the night feeling uplifted, but that’s exactly what happened thanks to a beautiful Fado experience in Lisbon.
We didn’t know much about Fado music—just that it was supposed to be emotional and maybe a little sad. But our guide changed that perception completely. She gave context before the show started and continued sharing insights between performances, answering all our questions with patience and enthusiasm. She spoke English fluently and made the whole group feel comfortable and welcome.
The guitar melodies were mesmerizing, and even though we don’t speak Portuguese, the emotion in the singing was unmistakable. It truly moved us.
That night reminded us how powerful music can be. We walked in drained and left with full hearts. If you’re curious about Fado but unsure whether it’s for you, trust me, it’s an experience not to miss.
Cameron, USA