Lisbon Fado Experience: Walking Tour, Dinner and Live Music Show

Lisbon, PT
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Highlights

  • Experience traditional Fado music in a typical Portuguese setting
  • Wander through the alleys and streets where Fado was born
  • Learn about the history and cultural importance of Fado
  • Indulge in a delicious Portuguese dinner and wine
  • Immerse yourself in the heartfelt melodies and mournful lyrics of Fado music

Meeting Point

Departure Point: Reception of Lisbon Destination Hostel Get inside the Rossio Train Station, go to the 2nd floor, the hostel is in front of the train ticket office.

Meeting point

Estação do Rossio, Largo do Duque de Cadaval 2º andar, 1200-160 Lisboa , Portugal

End point

End Point

Departure Point: Reception of Lisbon Destination Hostel Get inside the Rossio Train Station, go to the 2nd floor, the hostel is in front of the train ticket office.

Meeting point

Estação do Rossio, Largo do Duque de Cadaval 2º andar, 1200-160 Lisboa , Portugal

End point

What to expect

1

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

We will start our Fado tour by wandering through the alleys and windy streets of old Lisbon on a small walking tour through Mouraria and Alfama, where you can get to know the working class neighborhoods and streets where Fado was born. Our guide will explain to you the history and the cultural importance of Fado, and how it shaped mentalities in Portugal and the portuguese own sense of identity.

Duration 60 minutes
2

Alfama

We'll end the tour at a traditional Fado house where we'll listen to the heartfelt melodies of Fado. Lose yourself in the atmosphere and mood of this typical Portuguese music genre played by the Portuguese guitar and characterized by mournful, heartbreaking lyrics. While you enjoy the music, we will also provide you with a typical Portuguese dinner. Homemade food, portuguese wine, and an amazing environment are the keys to any good Portuguese evening.

Duration 180 minutes
Admission Admission Included

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
    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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    Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Additional information
    Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough people to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Additional information
    English is only available during Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday.
  • Additional information
    Spanish is available during Friday only.
  • Additional information
    Not recommended for people with reduced mobility
Provided by Lisbon Destination Tours

What our experts say

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    Try the bacalhau dish for dinner.
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    Visit the Miradouro de Santa Luzia for views.
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    Enjoy a stroll through Alfama after dinner.
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    Public transport nearby for easy access.
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    Bring comfortable shoes for walking.

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