Earthquakes and Espionage: A Self-Guided Lisbon Walking Tour

Explore Lisbon’s resilience on this self-guided walking tour through the historic Baixa, Chiado, and Bairro Alto districts. Starting at the riverside Praça do Comércio, you will trace the city's journey from the Age of Discovery through the devastating 1755 earthquake to its WWII espionage era. Key Highlights: Historic Landmarks: Visit the site of the 1506 massacre at São Domingos Church and the earthquake-rebuilt Rua Augusta. Cultural Icons: See the Santa Justa Lift, the Masonic-themed House of the Tablets, and the 1905 A Brasileira café. Unique Stories: Discover a monastery refectory turned brewery and learn why Rua da Rosa was named after a flower.