Overview
Spend a morning eating your way through three delicious Lisbon neighborhoods: Baixa, Chiado, and Cais do Sodré. Along the way, you’ll discover the historic and modern eateries that make Lisbon what it is, sampling delicacies from classic Portuguese-style codfish to the inimitable custard tart.
With each and every bite, you’ll learn how Lisbon’s story can’t be told without its food, and gain invaluable knowledge for eating like a local on your own.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Expert local culinary guide
Wine tastings
Small-group tour (maximum 10 guests)
Our Devouring Lisbon guide, packed with all our favorite places to eat and drink in the city
Food tastings (enough for breakfast & lunch)
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you in the square Praça da Figueira, next to the large statue of Statue of King John I (Dom João I in Portuguese). Your guide will be holding a red Devour tote bag or sign.
Good to know
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of fairness to punctual guests, we don’t wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please contact us at info@takewalks.com at the time of the booking.
- This tour requires uphill and downhill walking on uneven streets, including a couple of fairly steep streets. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty and we recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
- This tour requires some uphill and downhill walking.
- Unfortunately, this tour route is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Please contact our Customer Experience team to find suitable alternative tours.
- This tour is suitable for vegetarians. A combination of different dietary restrictions may be difficult to accommodate
What to expect
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15 min
Start your morning among the locals at the oldest pastry shop in Lisbon. Taste a delicious selection of homemade sweet pastries while sipping a classic Portuguese-style espresso.
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5 min
Next, you’re off to the only traditional Portuguese grocery store left in Lisbon. Your guide will explain Portugal’s obsession with salt cod, and you’ll try another beloved local product: acorn-fed Iberian ham.
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Ginjinha Sem Rival
10 min
Time for a drink! You’ll enjoy Lisbon’s signature sour cherry liqueur at the 130-year-old family-run stall that does it best.
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15 min
Your next stop is a no-frills bar serving up the best bifana (marinated pork sandwich) in the city. This buzzing bar is constantly packed with locals who can’t get enough.
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30 min
Next, it’s about time for lunch, and there’s no better place to enjoy it than among Lisboetas at a traditional Portuguese tasca. Here you’ll try home-cooked classics of Portuguese cuisine with your choice of beer or wine.
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Mercado da Ribeira
20 min
After that, it’s time to discover one of the hidden gems of Portuguese food: gourmet canned seafood! Learn about the history of canning in Portugal and sample some delicious preserved goods for yourself.
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10 min
Last but not least, you’ll finish on a sweet note with Portugal’s most famous pastry: the pastel de nata, or custard tart. You’ll learn all about their surprising history and get an up-close look at these sweet treats being made.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Lisbon).
Additional Information
- Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour
Can I cancel Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Your guide will meet you in the square Praça da Figueira, next to the large statue of Statue of King John I (Dom João I in Portuguese).
What's included?
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Expert local culinary guide
- Wine tastings
- Small-group tour (maximum 10 guests)
- Our Devouring Lisbon guide, packed with all our favorite places to eat and drink in the city
- Food tastings (enough for breakfast & lunch)
What's not included?
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Ginjinha Sem Rival, Mercado da Ribeira.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Devour Portugal Food Tours
