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Private Mouraria Tour

Mouraria is Lisbon is the birthplace of the mythical Fado. Explore Mouraira, the oldest city quarter on Lisbon private tour
Duration 2.5 hours
Private tour available in English, Spanish
Group tour pricing from 200 EUR per group

Highlights

Walking through the narrow streets with some street arts.

Encountering the birthplace of Fado and Maria Severa

Offering incredible panoramic views

Description

For those seeking to explore the true cultural centre of Lisbon, our Mouraria tour should be on your list!

With the arrival Portuguese Christian control in Lisbon in the XII century, the Moorish community were confined to a neighbourhood just outside the city walls, thus creating Mouraria. A religious minority community back then, nowadays Mouraria continues to thrive as a multi-ethnic community full of rich history and cultures.

As you walk through the narrow streets, our expert guide will uncover the past of this neighbourhood and its people. Only in Mouraria will you encounter the birthplace of Fado and Maria Severa, and understand the roots of Fado music. Detached from the hustle and bustle of Lisbon’s centre, Mouraria is a small village within a city! This friendly neighbourhood is also home one of Lisbon’s many viewpoints, offering incredible panoramic views of this beautiful city and the all-important photo opportunity!

Off the typical tourist track, Mouraria is an experience you definitely don’t want to miss!

What’s included & not included

2.5-hour walking tour

Expert local guide

Intriguing stories and legends

Hostel pick up - Depending on the hostel

Wine/Ginjinha tasting

Meeting point

Rossio Square, Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon
Rossio Square, Lisbon, Portugal
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