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3-Hour Second World War Refugees and Spies Walking Tour in Lisbon

Lisbon, PT
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    • Duration 3 hours
    • Private Tour
    • Expert Guide in English and German
    • Meeting point at Praça Marquês de Pombal
    • Includes guide fee
    • Suitable for all fitness levels

    Explore Lisbon's WWII history with a guided walking tour focusing on refugees and spies, uncovering the city's intriguing past.

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    Excellent (2 reviews)
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    Nancy_M
    Sep 23
    the stories Leonor interweaved with each location - brought them to life even after 60+ years - i would recommend this tour and Leonor unreservedly - several of my tour-mates were wishing they could join had they not been stuck in Porto. It is a fascinating subject -
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    Andrew_B
    Jan 25
    This was a very personal tour for us, as one of our group of four is the daughter of one of the refugees who fled from Lisbon in 1940. It ended up being a highlight of our trip. Leonor was absolutely fantastic - knowledgeable, prepared, extremely interesting, and fun to talk to. We covered a lot of ground physically and historically - and learned a lot. Leonor enriches the sites on the tour with wonderful pictures and passages from memoirs of the people involved in the events mentioned - we later found out that a description written about boarding the ship to America was about the exact same crossing that our family member took. She also went beyond the topic to point out some sites from the Carnation Revolution as we walked by. If you're interested in a tour that really tackles history - and on a remarkably deep level in only three hours - I can't recommend this highly enough.
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    3-Hour Second World War Refugees and Spies Walking Tour in Lisbon

    Explore Lisbon's WWII history with a guided walking tour focusing on refugees and spies, uncovering the city's intriguing past.

    Highlights

    • Discover the fascinating role of Lisbon during the Second World War
    • Explore the locations where refugees found shelter and assistance
    • Learn about the espionage activities that took place in Lisbon
    • Visit iconic landmarks and squares that played a part in this historical period
    • Immerse yourself in the captivating history of wartime Lisbon

    Meeting Point

    In front of the Café "A Padaria Portuguesa"

    Meeting point

    Praça Marquês de Pombal 12, 1050-121 Lisboa , Portugal

    End point

    End Point

    We will end the tour nearby the river, close to the subway station and at a walking distance from the Timeout market.

    Meeting point

    1200-161 Lisbon , Portugal

    End point

    What to expect

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    Praca Marques De Pombal

    One of the major meeting points in Lisbon, where the old town meets the modern Lisbon. Our route starts hear next to the Monument to Marquês de Pombal. This where we find the location of the Hotel Aviz, at the time, one of the most renowned hotels in the capital. Crossing the avenue we find the pensions and assistance organizations that helped the refugees in a strange land.

    Duration 20 minutes
    2

    Avenida da Liberdade

    Opened at the end of the 19th century, this large avenue was home to several hotels during the Second World War

    Duration 20 minutes
    3

    Praca Dos Restauradores

    Famous for the monument celebrating the end of Spanish monarchy over the Portuguese throne, this square used to house several movie theaters. Cinema was both entertainment but also the opportunity to pass on propaganda from both sides of the war

    Duration 20 minutes
    4

    Estacao Do Rossio

    Built in the late 1800s, it was once the international train station, where several refugees arrived

    Duration 15 minutes
    5

    Rua do Carmo

    Pedestrian street with several traditional stores

    Duration 15 minutes
    6

    Cais do Sodre Train Station

    very close to the river, several bars and brothels were the perfect spot to recruit agents and get information about naval activities.

    Duration 20 minutes
    7

    Chiado

    The elegant district of city of Lisbon, with several shops but also the seat of the political police during the Dictatorship of Salazar

    Duration 20 minutes
    8

    Praca Dom Pedro IV

    The heart of Lisbon with several cafés and hotels where the refugees waited for good news and visa.

    Duration 20 minutes

    The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

    Additional Information

    • Additional information
      Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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      Service animals allowed
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      Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Additional information
      Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Provided by Guide in Lisbon

    What our experts say

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      Visit Time Out Market after the tour.
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      Try traditional Portuguese pastries nearby.
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      Check out Chiado's art galleries.
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      Bring comfortable shoes for walking.
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      Explore local cafés for a coffee break.

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