Free Walking Tour of Alfama - Reviews

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9.60 / 10

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Aug / 15 / 2025

Lia

Valencia, Spain

Mi madre y yo hicimos el recorrido de Alfama junto a Jessica. Nos encantó su energía, su sentido crítico, y la pasión que puso al comunicar la historia de un barrio tan bonito y especial como este. Es de agradecer que te cuenten las cosas desde el punto de vista de las personas que viven en la ciudad y que se hable de la importancia de hacer un turismo más consciente y respetuoso para todxs. Creo que se necesitan más mensajes como este (aunque luego cada uno haga lo que le nazca). Chapó! Translate this opinion into English.

My mother and I toured Alfama with Jessica. We loved her energy, her critical thinking, and the passion she put into sharing the history of such a beautiful and special neighborhood. It's great to see things told from the perspective of the people who live in the city and to talk about the importance of more conscious and respectful tourism for everyone. I think more messages like this are needed (although in the end, everyone does their own thing). Bravo! Opinion translated. Show original.

Aug / 15 / 2025

Anna

Pordenone, Italy

I travelled with my partner

Il Tour dell'Alfama con Matteo è stato molto interessante. La nostra guida si è dimostrata professionale, simpatica ed umana in quanto ha saputo descrivere il quartiere in maniera coinvolgente ed ha condiviso con il gruppo la sua esperienza. Tutto bello. Grazie! Translate this opinion into English.

The Alfama tour with Matteo was very interesting. Our guide proved to be professional, friendly, and personable, describing the neighborhood in an engaging way and sharing his experience with the group. Everything was wonderful. Thank you! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 15 / 2025

Rafael

Alcoy, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Al principio desconcertante pero al rato ya entramos en la zona “Rafiña”, quedando enganchados a su forma tan auténtica y potente de vivir la cultura. Nunca había asistido a un PASEO turístico con tanta dosis de simpatía, cultura, emoción y sobre todo, con tanto contenido humano y social, que es lo que más importa en la vida. Ha sido una suerte elegir Alfama y encima que nos haya tocado el “gallego”. Gracias! Translate this opinion into English.

At first, it was disconcerting, but soon we entered the "Rafiña" area, becoming hooked on its authentic and powerful cultural experience. I'd never been on a tourist walk with such a dose of warmth, culture, emotion, and, above all, so much human and social content, which is what matters most in life. We were lucky to choose Alfama, and even lucky to have been given the "Galician" one. Thank you! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 15 / 2025

Mar

Spain

I travelled by myself

Solo digo q acabe con el bello de punta con las explicaciones de Rafa! INCREÍBLE el tour que hace, desde un lugar totalmente diferente, desde la autenticidad y el respeto por el barrio. Te muestra las raíces de Alfama y a tener mayor sensibilidad sobre el barrio. Te permite tener una visión de viajero y no de turista. Si lo que buscas es el típico tour de guiri total, este no es el tuyo. Ahora bien si buscas uno auténtico es el mejor. Y como no, dándole toques de humor. Translate this opinion into English.

I'm just saying that Rafa's explanations are a real showstopper! The tour he offers is incredible, from a completely different perspective, with authenticity and respect for the neighborhood. It shows you Alfama's roots and gives you a deeper understanding of the neighborhood. It allows you to have a traveler's perspective, not a tourist's. If you're looking for a typical tourist tour, this isn't the one for you. However, if you're looking for an authentic experience, this is the best. And of course, with a touch of humor. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 14 / 2025

Jose Ramon Garrido

Puerto Real (cádiz), Spain

I travelled with my partner

Ha mejorado las expectativas que tenía. Natalia, la guía, ha sabido hacer muy llevadero las subidas y bajadas del Barrio de Alfama, buscando siempre sitios frescos para contarnos muchas anécdotas, datos e historias que han hecho que la experiencia sea inolvidable. Translate this opinion into English.

It exceeded my expectations. Natalia, the guide, made the ups and downs of the Alfama neighborhood very bearable, always looking for fresh spots to share anecdotes, facts, and stories that made the experience unforgettable. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 14 / 2025

Daniela Valentini

Roma, Italy

I travelled with teenagers

La passione di Martina ci ha regalato momenti di grande emozione. La bellezza e il fascino di Lisbona raccontate con così tanta energia e poesia ci hanno fatto innamorare ancora di più di questi luoghi. Consiglio vivamente di partecipare almeno ad uno dei suoi tour. Translate this opinion into English.

Martina's passion gave us moments of profound emotion. The beauty and charm of Lisbon, described with such energy and poetry, made us fall in love with these places even more. I highly recommend taking at least one of her tours. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 14 / 2025

Ara González

València, Spain

I travelled with my partner

El paseo por el barrio de Alfama ha sido una gran experiencia, todo gracias al guía Rafa "el gallego" quien nos ha sabido transmitir la esencia e historia del barrio, a través de su mirada consiguiendo que nos llevemos un cachito del alma del lugar e impregnarnos de su cultura e historia. Gracias por compartir tu sabiduría y conocimiento y hacernos reflexionar y estar presentes. Translate this opinion into English.

The walk through the Alfama neighborhood was a wonderful experience, all thanks to our guide, Rafa "el Gallego," who was able to convey the essence and history of the neighborhood through his perspective, allowing us to capture a little of the place's soul and immerse ourselves in its culture and history. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and knowledge, for making us reflect and be present. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 12 / 2025

Paolo Sottara

Bologna, Italy

Nonostante il giro fosse fisicamente impegnativo la bravissima guida Matteo è riuscita a renderlo piacevole assecondando le necessità e le richieste dei partecipanti grazie alla sua preparazione profonda, al suo entusiasmo e calore. Da ogni parola trapelata il suo amore per lisbona Translate this opinion into English.

Despite the tour being physically demanding, the excellent guide Matteo managed to make it enjoyable by accommodating the needs and requests of the participants thanks to his thorough preparation, enthusiasm, and warmth. His love for Lisbon shone through in every word. Opinion translated. Show original.

Aug / 12 / 2025

Giulia

Perugia, Italy

I travelled with my partner

La guida MATTEO è riuscito ad appassionarci perché ha impreziosito la spiegazione dei luoghi con aneddoti affascinanti, curiosità, declinazioni di testi di Fado (Amalia Rodriguez) e poesie di Saramago. Molto piacevole perché nonostante il caldo con la sua attenzione è riuscito a rendere il tour estremamente piacevole. Consigliatissimo! Bravo Matteo Translate this opinion into English.

Our guide, Matteo, captivated us by enriching his explanations of the places with fascinating anecdotes, curiosities, interpretations of Fado texts (Amalia Rodriguez), and poems by Saramago. He was very pleasant because, despite the heat, his attentiveness made the tour extremely enjoyable. Highly recommended! Well done, Matteo! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 12 / 2025

Rosa

Valencia, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Araceli ha sido una excelente guía, nos ha mostrado el barrio de Alcalá con mucho cariño. Se nota que le gusta lo que hace y eso es resultado de todo el conocimiento que regala a todas las personas que hemos tenido la suerte de coincidir con ella.. sin duda muy recomendable. Translate this opinion into English.

Araceli was an excellent guide, showing us the Alcalá neighborhood with great care. It's clear she loves what she does, and that's a result of all the knowledge she shares with all of us who were lucky enough to meet her... highly recommended. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

Aug / 11 / 2025

Elena

Barcelona, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Fue muy bien. Sinceramente, Rikardo lo hizo genial con sus conocimientos de historia y filosofía. Hubo dos paradas del tour en las que nos puso los el sentimientos a flor de piel e hizo que me emocionará mucho. Siempre lo voy a recordar como el tour de "sudar por los ojos"como dicen mis hijas. Translate this opinion into English.

It went very well. Honestly, Rikardo was brilliant with his knowledge of history and philosophy. There were two stops on the tour where he made our emotions run high and made me really emotional. I'll always remember it as the "sweating tour," as my daughters call it. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 11 / 2025

Salut

Portugal

I travelled with my partner

Ha sido un tour magnífico con Rikardo . El no solo nos ha explicado la història del Barrio ha sido una gran tarde donde el calor(37 grados) ha sido mucho mas soportables gracias a su buen hacer. nos hemos emocionado y nos ha situado en la història de Lisboa y su pasado ha sido simplemente genial . Un gran guia !!! Translate this opinion into English.

It was a magnificent tour with Rikardo. Not only did he explain the history of the neighborhood, but it was also a great afternoon where the heat (37 degrees) was much more bearable thanks to his excellent work. We were moved, and he immersed us in the history of Lisbon and its past. It was simply brilliant. A great guide! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 11 / 2025

Miguel

Valencia, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Una gran experiencia acompañados de Leire. Tenía un gran conocimiento del barrio de Alfama. Muchas anécdotas curiosas y además pudimos probar el licor típico de Lisboa de mano de las mujeres que lo preparan en sus casas. Una experiencia diferente en comparación con otros free tours. Translate this opinion into English.

A great experience accompanied by Leire. She had a wealth of knowledge of the Alfama neighborhood. Many interesting anecdotes, and we also got to try Lisbon's typical liqueur from the women who make it in their homes. A unique experience compared to other free tours. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 11 / 2025

Francesco

Italy

I travelled with my partner

Bel tour attraverso il quartiere più vissuto di Lisbona, dove si va a toccare una realtà diversa dal resto della città. La nostra guida Martina, ci ha aperto la strada attraverso le salite e discese di questi vicoli storici, riservandoci storie e sorprese. Consigliato! Translate this opinion into English.

A wonderful tour through Lisbon's most vibrant neighborhood, where you can experience a different side of the city. Our guide, Martina, led the way through the ups and downs of these historic alleys, revealing stories and surprises. Highly recommended! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 11 / 2025

Maureen Arguello

Florida, United States

I travelled with my partner

El tour que hisimos a Belen en barco con nuestra guía Mercedes fue muy muy bueno, Mercedes nos dio mucha información y nos ayudó en la compra de pastelitos de Belen sin filas De verdad que ella dedicó mucho tiempo a nuestro grupo por ello le doy ️️️️️ Translate this opinion into English.

The tour we took to Belen by boat with our guide Mercedes was very, very good. Mercedes gave us a lot of information and helped us buy Belen pastries without lines. She really dedicated a lot of time to our group, so I give her a ️️️️️ Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 11 / 2025

Judith

Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Rafa nos ha hecho vivir la Alfama real. Hemos entendido la vida en Alfama, hemos respirado sus calles y sus gentes. Un barrio auténtico en la actual Lisboa. Gracias Rafa por tu empeño en hacernos abrir los ojos con esa ironía gallega que tanto te caracteriza! Translate this opinion into English.

Rafa gave us a glimpse into the real Alfama. We understood life in Alfama, breathed in its streets and its people. An authentic neighborhood in modern-day Lisbon. Thank you, Rafa, for your dedication to opening our eyes with that Galician wit that characterizes you so much! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Aug / 11 / 2025

Veronica

Alicante, Spain

I travelled with friends

Muy bien y muy contentos con el tour. Fernanda ha hecho el tour muy dinámico y se ha pasado rapidísimo pese al calor que hacía, además se nota que sabe mucho de la historia del barrio. El barrio es muy bonito aunque tenga cuestas pero vale la pena. ¡Imprescindible! Translate this opinion into English.

We were very happy with the tour. Fernanda made the tour very dynamic and it went by very quickly despite the heat. It's also clear that she knows a lot about the neighborhood's history. The neighborhood is very pretty, even though it has some hills, but it's worth it. A must-do! Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with friends

Aug / 10 / 2025

Danae

Spain

I travelled with friends

Si buscas un tour diferente y único, este es tu tour, paseas por el barrio de Alfama visto desde el punto de vista de uno de sus residentes, que hay mejor que eso? No ves lo típico, conoces la historia, las costumbres y aprendes a visitar Lisboa desde un punto de vista más profundo, artístico y real. Además Rafa es super majo y gracioso, las risas y anécdotas están aseguradas! Un 10️ Translate this opinion into English.

If you're looking for a unique and different tour, this is the tour for you. You'll walk through the Alfama neighborhood from the perspective of one of its residents. What's better than that? You'll skip the typical sights; you'll learn about the history and customs, and learn to explore Lisbon from a deeper, more artistic, and more authentic perspective. Rafa is also super nice and funny, so laughs and anecdotes are guaranteed! A 10/10. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with friends

Aug / 10 / 2025

Vanessa Lillo

Switzerland

I travelled with friends

Matteo è stata una guida fantastica! Il giusto compromesso da professionalità ed il giusto modo di fare. Gli argomenti ed i luoghi visitati sono stati stupendi, e grazie a lui abbiamo potuto anche leggerli in una chiave diversa, quasi come se fossimo portoghesi anche noi. Un atteggiamento molto inclusivo ha fatto sì che si creasse un ambiente di comunità e tutti si sentissero liberi di provare ad indovinare. Ho fatto altri free walking tour con CIVITATIS, ma questa è stata la mia preferita!! ️

I travelled with friends

Aug / 10 / 2025

Mariapia Liscio

Roma, Italy

I travelled with my partner

Indubbiamente la miglior attività portata a termine con Civitatis! Nonostante sul nostro taccuino di esperienze ci siano anche zone più piene di monumenti e famose, questa è stata senza dubbio la migliore attività. Matteo è stato capace di tenerci attivi ed interessati per tutta l'esperienza dandoci chicche e storie veramente molto interessanti. Peccato non aver prenotato con lui anche l'esperienza di visita al centro di Lisbona, sarebbe stato sicuramente più interessante. STRA CONSIGLIATO! Translate this opinion into English.

Undoubtedly the best activity we've done with Civitatis! Although we've included other areas with more monuments and famous landmarks in our experience log, this was undoubtedly the best. Matteo kept us engaged and interested throughout the entire experience, sharing truly interesting tidbits and stories. It's a shame we didn't book the tour of central Lisbon with him; it would have been much more interesting. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Opinion translated. Show original.

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