Lisbon rewards walking: mosaic pavements, tiled façades, viewpoints stacked above the Tagus. Join a local guide through Baixa, Chiado, Alfama and beyond — history, neighbourhood life and the stories behind the postcard views.
Yes — central Lisbon is compact, and walking is the best way to see Baixa, Chiado and Alfama. The catch is the seven hills: streets climb steeply and the mosaic pavements turn slick, so wear proper shoes. For the steepest stretches, locals cheat with trams — or a tuk tuk.
There is no fixed rule — tipping in Portugal is a courtesy, not an obligation. On a paid tour, a few euros per person for a guide who impressed you is generous. Free walking tours are different: the guide works for tips, so budget accordingly. The same custom applies on food tours and other guided walks.
The best routes link downtown to Alfama, so you get both the rebuilt-after-the-earthquake city and the medieval maze. Our Best of Lisbon Walking Tour runs Rossio to Praça do Comércio via Chiado and Alfama, with a pastel de nata stop and a wine-and-cheese tasting at a local bar.
