Things to do in Portugal

Things to do in Portugal

Top 10 Things to do in Portugal

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    The 10 Tastings of Lisbon: Bairro Alto, Chiado & Baixa

    1920 reviews
    3 hours | food tours | Lisbon

    Ready to taste the best food in Lisbon? Join your foodie host for a food tour in Bairro Alto, Chiado & Baixa and satisfy your cravings for local food, culture, and city highlights. Enjoy 10 delicious tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Lisbon.

    €82.68per person
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    The Beauty of Lisbon by E-Bike Tour

    95 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Lisbon

    Enjoy the freedom of exploring Lisbon on an e-bike tour with a local. Cover more ground, take scenic routes, and cycle through main spots like Parque Eduardo VII and Mirador de Sao Pedro de Alcantara. Take in the views as you bike through the city in a safe and fun way, and hear fascinating stories at every stop along the way!

    €93.02per person
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    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Lisbon

    2419 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Lisbon

    Want to see the best of Lisbon? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Lisbon!

    €41.34per person
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    Culinary Kickstart Tour: Lisbon

    119 reviews
    2 hours | food tours | Lisbon

    The way to a city's heart it's through its food! And on this private food tour, you'll get to know Lisbon through its cuisine and the tastings favorite of the locals. A local food expert is ready to give you a taste of the real Lisbon satisfying your cravings for local food and city highlights.

    €54.51per person
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    City Discovery: Fátima, Óbidos & Nazaré Day Trip

    2024 reviews
    8 hours | day trips | Lisbon

    Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Lisbon have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Fátima, Óbidos & Nazaré and be back in Lisbon the same day but with more unforgettable experiences than before.

    €121.14per person
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    Discover Sintra, Cascais & Cabo de Roca: The Ultimate Day Trip

    688 reviews
    8 hours | day trips | Lisbon

    Curious about the treasures waiting for you in Sintra & Cascais? Let a local guide you through this private day trip! Along the way, we'll stop at the stunning Cabo de Roca, the westernmost point of Europe. Experience Sintra and Cascais from a local perspective, uncovering the fascinating stories and hidden gems that make these destinations a must-visit when in Lisbon.

    €127.94per person
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    Withlocals Your Way! - Lisbon City Tour

    489 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Lisbon

    Did you know that the Lisbon tour of your dreams exists? Yes, and it’s 100% personalized and created by your local host around your interests. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classic landmarks to neighborhood walks - your wishes are our command!

    €36.34per person
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    City Explorer: Obidos, Batalha, Alcobaça & Nazaré Day Trip

    765 reviews
    8 hours | day trips | Lisbon

    Make your trip even more memorable by exploring the hidden gems of the Costa de Prata. On this private day trip, you'll visit the charming cities of Óbidos, Batalha, Alcobaça, and Nazaré, all part of this beautiful coastal region. With your local host by your side, enjoy a stress-free journey and return to Lisbon the same day with unforgettable experiences.

    €127.94per person
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    City Discovery: Sintra Day Trip

    195 reviews
    5 hours | day trips | Lisbon

    Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Lisbon have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Sintra and be back in Lisbon the same day but with more unforgettable experiences than before.

    €99.44per person
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    Explore the Gulbenkian Museum & Surroundings with a Local Guide

    2358 reviews
    2 hours | art & culture tours | Lisbon

    A quick visit to the Gulbenkian Museum is not enough. There are other spots worth checking out outside this attraction, and your local host knows exactly where. Combine your visit to the Gulbenkian Museum with a touch of hidden gems and an easy access to this famous attraction, and you are set for a good time!

    €35.21per person
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Learn about their personal stories, and find out how you can explore Portugal together

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    Rita
    Lisbon tour
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    The storyteller
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    André
    The All Around Guide
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    Jorge
    The Urban Geographer
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    Camila
    The Jazzy Photographer
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    Rita
    The True Lisboner
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    In love with the country, let me show you!
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What other travelers love about our local experts

Gordon
About local
21 February 2025
12 out of 10

It would be an understatement to say that Jorge’s tour of Lisbon exceeded our expectations. On a scale of 1 to 10, Jorge is a 12. He was one of the original five guides for Get Locals when they started in Lisbon many years ago. Having a guide who is both a pioneer and a city planner for Lisbon offers a unique combination of experience and knowledge. My family and I benefited from Jorge’s talents on a most memorable city tour. I would confidently say that if you do not choose Jorge as your guide for a tour of Lisbon, you will miss out on something truly special

Highlights & Hidden Gems of Lisbon
Gordon
About local
21 February 2025

Sylvia hosted my family and me for a food tour in Lisbon. The words that we used to describe her at breakfast the next day were delightful, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, captivating, lovely and many more superlative adjectives. The places she took us to are the types of places we love to go to but would never find them on our own in a million years. The food served was truly amazing with lots of variety. At each restaurant we visited Sylvia told the story of why she chose this one and with each dish she told it's story. I would unhesitantly recommend you engage Sylvia for your food tour of Lisbon. Do it now before she gets too busy to accommodate you!

The 10 Tastings of Lisbon: Bairro Alto, Chiado & Baixa
Gavin
About local
12 February 2025
Excellent intro to Lisbon

I’d thoroughly recommend Igor as your guide to Lisbon. In particular, a first day tour from Igor with all his local and cultural knowledge is the perfect set up to a few days of further exploring. Igor is very friendly and it was a pleasure to spend a morning with him. Don’t forget to ask him for his restaurant recommendations!! Obrigado Igor!

Highlights & Hidden Gems of Lisbon
Scott
About local
12 February 2025
Angelo is the BEST - book him NOW

Don't waste your time looking for anyone else. Angelo's tour was perfect. He prefers to think of it as a conversation among friends, strolling through the city, and enjoying authentic local food and drink along the way. He is very agreeable to adjusting the tour according to your preferences. When it comes time to say goodbye and end the tour, you feel like you are saying goodbye to an old friend. Highly recommend. Book him without hesitation.

The 10 Tastings of Lisbon: Bairro Alto, Chiado & Baixa

Things to do in Portugal

Portugal is a stunning country, with so much to offer! From amazing beaches to incredible sights from the top of a hill, to historic streets full of art, Portugal is a must place to visit. And with a local host you will experience Portugal from the inside out, making your trip an unforgettable experience.

  • Visit the famous district of Alfama with a local

    Take a trip back in time by visiting the famous district of Alfama, in Lisbon. With its whitewashed houses, narrow streets and charming churches, this old but full of history district has to be in your list of places to go while in Portugal.

    Let your host know if you want to go to one of the miradouros, or to enjoy traditional Fado music, or all of the above.There is so much to see in Alfama, a day will not be enough!
    Everywhere you see, you will want to snap a picture just to remember the beautiful essence of the Alfama district. To have a local guide by your side will help you to discover hidden gems in this part of town, and to find the old soul surrounding the emblematic district.

  • Become a Portuguese wine tester

    Portugal is becoming a worldwide attraction for numerous reasons, and one of those reasons is wine! Discover why Port wine is considered the country’s most famous export product by taking a trip to Porto where your local host will offer you all the conditions and explanations about the Portuguese wine history, while you try an interesting selection chosen by your host.

    This fantastic tasting tour will be complemented with tapas that accordingly match the wine you are trying. And at the end of the tour you will receive a certificate stating that you are officially a Portuguese wine tester. How cool!
    Thanks to your host you can now brag of the delicious wine you had the chance to try in Portugal and feel like a real wine connoisseur.

  • Hike to the Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary

    Go to the top of the hill of the Good Jesus of the Mount. This sanctuary sits just outside the city of Braga, Portugal. To access the mount, which is 381 feet above the ground, you can do it by funicular (cable railway), car or foot. The Sanctuary is an important site for pilgrimage, and now it has become also in a tourist attraction for its architecture and beautiful sights from the top of the mount.

    Your local host will give you the route you must follow, plus tips on how to find all of the secret gems the sanctuary offers like, attractive gardens, hidden grottoes, miniature chapels and sculptures. And remember, be prepared to this adventure with comfy shoes and clothing if you will go up the mount hiking.

  • Listen to the unique Fado music with a local

    A trip to Portugal is not complete without listening to Fado music, Portugal’s homegrown folk music that comes in two forms: the mournful and solo Lisbon style and the usually performed by groups of male university students and more upbeat style of Coimbra.

    In the Alfama district, in Lisbon, your host will take you to a casa de Fado or Fado restaurant where you can enjoy dinner while listening and submerging in their fascinating culture. Your host will take you to the place where locals sing Fado with passion and a lot of love for their country.
    It is an essential experience with an unbelievable performance that you will not forget!
    What can be better than food, drinks and cool music?!

  • Learn how to cook Pastel de Nata, Portugal’s most delicious dessert

    Indulge in pastel de nata, custard tarts known as the national pastry. This delicious dessert can be found in every single pastry you visit in Portugal, but why not learn how to make them and bake it for your friends and family at home?

    Your local host will share with you the recipe for the perfect Pastel de Nata. On this tour/workshop you will have the opportunity to learn how to make your own authentic Pasteis de Nata. Apart from that you will get to enjoy a delicious dinner with a Portuguese family. This is the perfect experience to feel like a local in this new country. Plus your local host will share with you stories and highlights you don’t want to miss while traveling in Portugal.

  • Have fun in the nightlife of Portugal

    Portugal is full of beautiful places to visit during the day, and at night is still even more captivating. With an enormous variety of nightlife places, from cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs, Portugal is a country that loves to have fun during the night.

    From bars closing at 4am to others by the docks and coast closing until dawn letting you see the sunrise. You will always find something to do at night in Portugal!
    Your local host will take you out to see the nightlife and dance the night away. They will take you to the places locals hangout, making you feel at home. If you are not into clubbing, your host will personalize your night to find something for you. A craft beer tour? A nice cafe? Anything can happen in Portugal.

  • Eat a traditional home cooked Portuguese meal with a local

    Who doesn’t like food? And even more when you are traveling and you get to try new food you never knew you were missing!
    Join your local host as they prepare, right in front of you, a traditional Portuguese meal.
    Besides of savoring every instant of the prepping ritual, you will learn a new meal you can do at home. Now that is a nice way to show off your trip to Portugal!
    If you are traveling on the Lisbon or Porto area, your local host will make you feel comfy while you share travel stories and tips to make this experience even better.

    From a starter dish, to the main entrance and to finish up with dessert, all of these with a couple of drinks, will be the perfect ending of a wonderful evening.

  • Take some sun at the Portugal beaches

    Portugal is well known for its beautiful beaches, they have breathtaking views and scenery that they have even been featured in famous movies. With white sand and stunning sunset, is a must to give yourself a day on the beaches of Portugal.
    While there are some beaches more popular than others like the beaches of Algarve located at the South coast of Portugal. There are some others that can be your personal beach for a couple of hours like Praia da Rocha nearby Portimao.

    Your local guide will make sure to show you around the beaches close by Lisbon or Porto. Now there is no excuse to not go to a beach in Portugal if a local is by your side.

  • Find the hidden gems of Lisbon and Porto with a local

    Portugal is full of surprises and with your local host you will discover that while walking around the beautiful streets of Lisbon and Porto. Lisbon is one of the most important cities in Portugal, and offers unique sights full of history and art in every corner that you look. On the other side, Porto is a hidden gem itself. Now considered by UNESCO as a world heritage place, Porto offers a more laid back ambience, where you will find unique and historic aspects of the Portuguese culture.


    Your local host will make sure you see as much of these cities and will make you feel at home with amazing stories from their home town, you will feel you have lived there for a while.

  • Visit a Portuguese local market with a local

    The best place to find original, hand made or second hand souvenirs is on the local markets. The fact that you can take home something created by a Portuguese artist, or that might have belonged to a local, makes these memories even more unique. Your friends and family will be happy with this nice surprise, their own little piece of the Portuguese culture.

    A local market will make you connect with people and your local host will show you the ropes of how, when and what time and days the market works.
    You can even grab something to eat and drink before a day browsing for hidden treasures the locals have in their repertoire.

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