Avoid the hills while sightseeing in Lisbon with a tour by tuk tuk – it’s the ideal way to see the city without the hassle.
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The Portuguese capital Lisbon is a must-see European destination. The food, the culture, the nightlife, the pretty architecture, the nearby beaches – they all make for a unique big city experience. The only thing that can be tricky with Lisbon is getting around. Steep inclines – the city is famous for its seven hills – make just strolling around sightseeing tricky at times. Luckily Lisbon has a solution in the for of tuk tuks, the three wheelers you would more likely expect to see in India or Thailand. These nippy vehicles make seeing the city easy – here are five of the best tuk tuk tours in Lisbon.
Lisbon: Private City Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk
This tried and tested tour comes highly recommended, with knowledgeable and thoughtful guides. At just 1.5 hours it’s not the longest tuk tuk ride in town but it’s one of the best-loved. The electric vehicle silently takes in the highlights of the Portuguese capital, including Commerce Square, Lisbon Cathedral, Pink Street, Time Out Market, the National Pantheon, and St Vincent’s Church. The meeting point is outside the Time Out Market before whizzing around the city, all accompanied by your guide’s expert commentary. At the end you’ll be dropped off back at where you started. From €55.25 per person.
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Lisbon: Half-day Guided Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk
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A half day is perfect for seeing a lot of the main landmarks of Lisbon without taking up too much of your holiday. With this tour you’ll get to see the old town, Bairro Alto, Chiado, Alfama, and Belem neighborhoods, zipping through the traffic with ease. To make life easier you can get picked up at your hotel and the private tour guide will explain the history of the city as you go. For peace of mind liability insurance and personal accident insurance are included. It’s worth noting that entry fees aren’t included if you want to explore. From €269 per group up to two.
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Lisbon 3-Hour Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk
This tour is three hours but – a really good amount of time to see Lisbon in all its glory. There is a hotel pick-up at selected hotels before heading off up and down the hills to see some of Lisbon’s oldest neighbourhoods. It’s a really nice mix of old and new Lisbon too, mixing in some of the more cosmopolitan and modern sides of the city as well. Highlights of the tour include Downtown Lisbon, Rossio Square, Santa Justa elevator, Lisbon Cathedral, Saint Anthony Church and, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, a chance to check out the fleamarket. From € 180 per group up to three.
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Lisbon: Old City Highlights Private Guided Tour by Tuk-Tuk
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This trip is just one hour but a great way to get a feel for the authentic Lisbon onboard of a 100 per cent electric tuk tuk. The driver points out hidden gems as you go – good to explore later when you have more time – and explains the history of the city in detail. The tour starts at Rossio Square. Heads past the church of Santo António and stops at Portas do Sol. There is another stop at the famous viewpoint of Miradouro da Nossa Senhora do Monte, where you have a great view out over the city. On the way back you’ll see the famous National Pantheon as well as the typical architecture of the neighborhood. From €140 per group up to six.
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Eating Lisbon Food & Tuk Tuk Tour
This is a tuk tuk tour of Lisbon with a different. This trip has a foodie twist, sampling the best delicacies the city has to offer. Over four hours the tuk tuk takes you to the three most historic areas of Lisbon – Baixa, Alfama and Mouraria – for four unique food stops. You’ll get to try famous street food, such as bifana, and other typical Lisbon dishes. There’s also sightseeing thrown in, with a one hour tuk tuk ride to visit some of the most iconic sights in town, including The Cathedral, before visiting the Mouraria neighborhood for three more typical Portuguese treats: a local cheese board and tempura green beans, bacalhau a bras (codfish Bras style) and other seasonal delicacies,. The tour ends with a dessert from one of the oldest bakeries in Lisbon.
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