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Walking Tour of the Lisbon Music Scene

There's more to Lisbon's music scene then just Fado. Let's not forget Lisbon's vibrant African community and its music. This tour will take you around Lisbon, visiting iconic Fado locations and stopping by african and brazilian hiding places. So, let the song begin! Let the music play!
Duration 3 hours
Private tour available in English, Portuguese
Group tour available in English, Portuguese
Group tour pricing from 30 EUR per person

Highlights

Immerse yourself in the Lisbon music scene

Learn about Portuguese traditional folk music

Visit iconic neighbourhoods and trendy music venues

Description

Immerse yourself in Lisbon's thriving music scene and see venues where thrilling live shows take place during this small-group tour. Learn all about the origins of fado, a popular genre throughout the region, while walking the streets and watching musicians bring the city to life.

Meet your local guide and set off on a walk through bustling city streets that reveal Lisbon's centuries-old love affair with music. Throughout your tour, your guide opens your eyes to the characteristics of fado, a form of traditional folk music known for its melancholy nature, poetic lyrics, and themes of love, death, and sadness.

Your tour takes you all around Lisbon, including the iconic Mouraria Quarter. Learn about the latest pop trends imported from Africa and Brazil as you walk by a few popular music venues, catching bits of performances as you go—the energy and ambiance of these clubs really gets your blood pumping.

What’s included & not included

guided tour

Music

Fado

Samba

Nightlife

Mouraria

Alfama

entrance fees

food or drink

Meeting point

Capela Senhora da Saúde. Rua da Mouraria, Lisbon
Lisbon
Capela Senhora da Saúde. Rua da Mouraria, Lisbon
+351935486530
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