Free Walking Tour of Alfama - Reviews

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9.60 / 10

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Oct / 11 / 2025

Stefania

Italy

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Matteo ci ha trasmesso la sua passione per Lisbona, raccontando con autenticità la storia dell’Alfama: un quartiere ricco di fascino e contrasti. La visita comprende la Cattedrale do Sé, la chiesa di Sant’Antonio, il Miradouro di Santa Luzia, un assaggio di ginjinha e un percorso tra i numerosi azulejos della zona — il tutto arricchito da note di Fado e da suggestioni letterarie di Saramago. Super consigliato, soprattutto i primi giorni per immergersi nella città e ricevere qualche consiglio! Translate this opinion into English.

Matteo shared his passion for Lisbon with us, authentically recounting the history of Alfama: a neighborhood rich in charm and contrasts. The tour includes the Sé Cathedral, the Church of San Antonio, the Miradouro de Santa Luzia, a taste of ginjinha, and a tour of the area's many azulejos—all enriched by the sounds of Fado and literary references by Saramago. Highly recommended, especially in the first few days to immerse yourself in the city and pick up some tips! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Oct / 11 / 2025

Marisa

Spain

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Hicimos el Tour con Ricardo y quedamos maravillados! La cantidad de conocimientos que tiene y la pasión con la que los cuenta, hace que durante unas horas nos hayamos sumergido de lleno en Alfama. Sin duda uno de los mejores guías de free tour que nos hemos encontrado Translate this opinion into English.

We took the tour with Ricardo and were amazed! His wealth of knowledge and the passion with which he shares it allowed us to immerse ourselves in Alfama for a few hours. Without a doubt, he's one of the best free tour guides we've ever encountered. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Oct / 09 / 2025

Romana Selli

Faenza, Italy

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La nostra guida Matteo, si è confermata più che valida. Preparata, sa trasmettere con entusiasmo e simpatia. Ci siamo trovati benissimo e la consigliamo vivamente. Ottima organizzazione e tempismo. Ai saluti finali ha dato consigli su dove mangiare e anche in questo caso ci siamo trovati veramente bene!!!! Top!!! Translate this opinion into English.

Our guide, Matteo, proved to be more than capable. He's knowledgeable and knows how to convey information with enthusiasm and kindness. We had a great time and highly recommend him. Excellent organization and timing. At the end, he gave us some great recommendations for where to eat, and we had a great time here too! Top! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Oct / 09 / 2025

Marielisa Gonzalez

Madrid, Spain

Mi actividad fue con Rose y fue maravillosa. Nos contó todaaa la historia, tips, los mejores caminos, los mejores precios, es excelente persona y mi grupo fue espléndido. Fui con mi padre que tenía bastón y la ruta aunque era llena de cuestas tenía descansos con historias. Felicidades a Rose y la recomiendo 100%, o pueden pasar por Lisboa sin hacer un tour con ella. No añado la foto grupal por respeto a mis compañeros. Translate this opinion into English.

My activity was with Rose, and it was wonderful. She told us all the history, tips, the best trails, and the best prices. She's an excellent person, and my group was splendid. I went with my father, who used a cane, and the route, although steep and steep, had breaks with stories. Congratulations to Rose, and I 100% recommend her. Or, you can visit Lisbon without taking a tour with her. I'm not including the group photo out of respect for my companions. Opinion translated. Show original.

Oct / 09 / 2025

Mari Carmen Pedrosa Cabello

Málaga, Spain

I travelled by myself

DANY es un chico increíble nos hizo disfrutar mucho del Tour. Se nota que le gusta su trabajo y que es su pasión. Fue increíble no lo describir todo el detalle y la verdad es que disfrutamos muchísimo. Sin duda alguna lo recomendaría al 100 × 100 Translate this opinion into English.

Dany is an incredible guy who made us enjoy the Tour so much. You can tell he loves his job and that it's his passion. It was incredible. I can't even describe it in detail, but we really enjoyed it. I would definitely recommend him 100%. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Oct / 09 / 2025

Babeth William

Doudeville, France

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Nous avons adoré notre visite du quartier Alfama avec Odelia ! Elle est douce, très agréable et explique très bien l’histoire et les secrets de ce magnifique quartier. En plus, elle nous a partagé des PDF avec plein de conseils pour la suite de notre séjour — une vraie attention appréciable ! Une guide passionnée et sympathique que nous recommandons vivement. Translate this opinion into English.

We loved our tour of the Alfama district with Odelia! She is gentle, very pleasant, and very good at explaining the history and secrets of this magnificent neighborhood. Plus, she shared PDFs with us full of tips for the rest of our stay—a truly appreciated touch! A passionate and friendly guide that we highly recommend. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Oct / 08 / 2025

Claudia Tabares

Medellín, Colombia

I travelled by myself

Fue una experiencia magnífica, Celia fue una guía cargada de conocimiento, dinamismo, calidez y disposición. En pocas palabras colmó todas las expectativas, me dejó llena de energía positiva para irme de esta ciudad deseando regresar. Mil gracias a esta maravillosa mujer por su impecable trabajo. Translate this opinion into English.

It was a magnificent experience. Celia was a knowledgeable, dynamic, warm, and helpful guide. In short, she exceeded all my expectations, leaving me filled with positive energy to leave this city and eager to return. A thousand thanks to this wonderful woman for her impeccable work. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Oct / 07 / 2025

María Fernanda Albornoz Gómez

Bilbao, Spain

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Fue extremadamente buena! Hemos pasado un excelente rato con por las calles de este barrio tan bonito y tan lleno de historias, las cuales impartidas por nuestra guía Elena que tiene esa chispa y ese sazón para enseñarlas tan bonita, su buena vibra y su carismas nos han impulsado a seguir conociendo Lisboa y esperamos volver a coincidir con ella cuando volvamos!!! Translate this opinion into English.

It was extremely good! We had a wonderful time walking the streets of this beautiful neighborhood, so full of stories, shared by our guide Elena, who has that spark and flair for beautifully sharing them. Her good vibes and charisma inspired us to continue exploring Lisbon, and we hope to run into her again when we return! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Oct / 07 / 2025

Esteban Camacho Sánchez

Cadiz, Spain

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Tengo que decir, que Rose la guía, ha echo que me gustara Lisboa. Llegué un poco indecisa a la ciudad, pero repito que nuestra guía Rose me hizo que la disfrutará con su forma de explicarnos las cosas, su alegría y su simpatia. Fantástica. De diez. Gracias por todo Rose. Translate this opinion into English.

I have to say that Rose, the guide, made me love Lisbon. I arrived a little hesitant, but I'll say it again: our guide, Rose, made me enjoy it with her way of explaining things, her cheerfulness, and her friendliness. Fantastic. 10/10. Thanks for everything, Rose. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Oct / 05 / 2025

Marco Galasso

Cologno Monzese, Italy

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Ho fatto il tour di Alfama nel pomeriggio dopo aver fatto il centro di Lisbona sempre con Martina e sono stato felice di averla nuovamente con noi. Martina è stata super fantastica e molto disponibile. La ringrazio per la sua attenzione e per tutte le spiegazioni che ci ha fornito. Translate this opinion into English.

I took the Alfama tour in the afternoon after touring central Lisbon with Martina, and I was happy to have her with us again. Martina was fantastic and very helpful. I thank her for her attention and for all the explanations she provided. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Oct / 04 / 2025

Annalisa

Italy

Marti, un guida fantastica che ci ha portato in giro di mattina e di pomeriggio. La mattina abbiamo fatto il tour di Lisbona visitando i punti chiave della città, tra piazze, chiese e monumenti importanti. Pomeriggio il quartiere di alfama fermandoci a vedere gli scorci più belli di Lisbona e prendendo una Ginjinha (liquore all'amarena buonissima) servita dalla signora Alice. Consigliatissimo, da fare. Translate this opinion into English.

Marti, a fantastic guide, took us around both mornings and afternoons. In the morning, we toured Lisbon, visiting the city's key sights, including squares, churches, and important monuments. In the afternoon, we explored the Alfama neighborhood, stopping to see Lisbon's most beautiful views and enjoying a Ginjinha (a delicious black cherry liqueur) served by Mrs. Alice. Highly recommended, a must-do. Opinion translated. Show original.

Oct / 02 / 2025

Medalith

Cusco, French Polynesia

I travelled with my partner

Kike fue nuestro guía e hizo que tuviéramos un último gran día por el barrio de Alfama, nos mostró cómo era ese barrio y trató de hacernos vivir la vida de la gente que vive ahí, quedamos cansados pero con ánimos de seguir explorando (aunque ya no podíamos por ser nuestro último día en Lisboa), nos encantó la canción que cantó al final del tour y cómo nos hizo participes, la gente alrededor sonreía al oirnos, se sintió lindo. Gracias Kike!!! Translate this opinion into English.

Kike was our guide and made our last day in the Alfama neighborhood a great one. He showed us what it was like and tried to make us experience the life of the people who live there. We were tired but eager to keep exploring (even though we couldn't because it was our last day in Lisbon). We loved the song he sang at the end of the tour and how he made us participate. The people around us smiled when they heard us; it felt nice. Thanks, Kike!!! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Sep / 29 / 2025

Jesus Gonzalez Rossello

Spain

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Muy bien! Gracias a Clara, nuestra guía, con su entusiasmo y familiaridad nos enseñó la parte mas antigua de Portugal. Nos lo pasamos genial, además de todos los lugares que nos enseñó y su historia, agradecemos su carisma y entusiasmo para comprender como fue entonces y como ha ido cambiando. Nuestra sincera enhorabuena!!! Translate this opinion into English.

Very well! Thanks to Clara, our guide, who showed us the oldest part of Portugal with her enthusiasm and familiarity. We had a great time. In addition to all the places and their history she showed us, we appreciate her charisma and enthusiasm for understanding what it was like back then and how it has changed. Our sincere congratulations!!! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Sep / 28 / 2025

Claudia Issin

Necochea, Argentina

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La actividad fue excelente, nuestra guía MARGARITA, con pasión nos mostro este barrio antiguo, habitado aun por portugueses nativos, brindándonos conocimientos no solo sobre lo que veíamos, sino sobre la gente, la historia. Muy poética y bella nuestra guía, una muy buena experiencia ha sido, durante mas de dos horas, Margarita nos entrego su conocer, su corazón y su alma.. hermoso Translate this opinion into English.

The activity was excellent. Our guide, Margarita, passionately showed us this old neighborhood, still inhabited by native Portuguese, giving us insight not only into what we saw, but also into the people and the history. Our guide was very poetic and beautiful. It was a wonderful experience. For over two hours, Margarita gave us her knowledge, her heart, and her soul... beautiful. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Sep / 28 / 2025

Marcela

Argentina

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Excelente tour por este barrio tan emblemático de Lisboa. Kike, el guía, nos trazó un recorrido muy interesante y nos brindó mucha información del mismo. Hasta brindamos con ginjinha todo el grupo y, al final, cantamos fado. Excelente actividad!!! Súper recomendable!! Translate this opinion into English.

Excellent tour of this iconic Lisbon neighborhood. Kike, the guide, gave us a very interesting tour and provided a wealth of information. We even toasted with ginjinha as a group, and at the end, we sang fado. Excellent activity! Highly recommended! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Sep / 28 / 2025

Pablo

Sevilla, Spain

I travelled by myself

Increíble paseo por un barrio con mucha historia. Hay que ir bien descansados porque hay que subir bastante, pero merece la pena cuando llegas a sus dos preciosos miradores donde se obtiene una preciosa vista de la ciudad y el río Tajo. Nuestra guía Elvira nos explicó todo con muchísimo detalle y aunque fueron dos horas y media de recorrido, pareció menos por la manera en la que gestionó los descansos. Una bonita experiencia y para repetir. Translate this opinion into English.

An incredible walk through a neighborhood steeped in history. You'll need to be well-rested because there's quite a climb, but it's worth it when you reach its two beautiful viewpoints, where you can enjoy stunning views of the city and the Tagus River. Our guide, Elvira, explained everything in great detail, and although it was a two-and-a-half-hour tour, it seemed shorter thanks to the way she arranged the breaks. A wonderful experience, and one we'll repeat. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Sep / 28 / 2025

Laura

Brescia, Italy

I travelled with friends

Il tour del quartiere Alfama a Lisbona con Elvira è stato un’esperienza indimenticabile. Elvira, con la sua competenza, professionalità e simpatia, ci ha fatto conoscere l’anima più profonda della città. Elvira è una guida straordinaria, grazie di cuore! Translate this opinion into English.

The tour of Lisbon's Alfama neighborhood with Elvira was an unforgettable experience. With her expertise, professionalism, and kindness, Elvira introduced us to the city's soul. Elvira is an extraordinary guide, thank you so much! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Sep / 27 / 2025

Anonymous

Argentina

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David, nos deleito con poesías, romanticismo que puso a la historia del barrio. Un toque de simpatía caracteristizo su relato, expresiones y explicaciones demuestran su idoneidad en su trabajo. Solo así logra transmitir la esencia misma de los habitantes del barrio, que destaca y volora....pudimos hablar con algunos de ellos, vivenciar el l interior de un barrio con tanta historia desde sus calles pequeñas, paredes, viviendas....felicitaciones y a seguir por muchos años más de felicidad. Translate this opinion into English.

David delighted us with poetry and the romantic touch he brought to the neighborhood's history. A touch of warmth characterized his story; his expressions and explanations demonstrate his expertise in his work. Only in this way does he manage to convey the very essence of the neighborhood's inhabitants, which stands out and cherishes...we were able to speak with some of them, experience the inner workings of a neighborhood steeped in history from its narrow streets, walls, and homes...congratulations, and may we continue to enjoy many more years of happiness. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Sep / 27 / 2025

Maria

Almería, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Mariana fue una guía excelente, se nota que adora su país y sobre todo su pueblo, Alfama, es muy bonito ver cómo habla de él, como cuenta la historia del país relacionándola con su experiencia de vida. El pueblo por otro lado es precioso. Nos ha encantado! Repetiríamos sin dudarlo. Gracias Translate this opinion into English.

Mariana was an excellent guide. You can tell she loves her country and especially her town, Alfama. It's wonderful to see how she talks about it, how she tells the country's history and relates it to her life experiences. The town itself is beautiful. We loved it! We would definitely come back. Thank you. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Sep / 25 / 2025

Cinzia

Sanremo, Italy

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Abbiamo visitato il quartiere di Alfamia con Antonella una guida sprint, simpaticissima e molto coinvolgente, con il suo animo napoletano talentino, ci ha portato fino al punto piu alto, rispettando pause e tempi per dar modo a tutti di non aver problemi con le famose "salite" che la città propone. Ps se decidete di venire a Lisbona dimenticate tacchi e ciabattine, CONSIGLIO SCARPE COMODE E ANTISCIVOLO