Alfama and the Castle of Saint George Skip the line Tour
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
On this 3 hour walking tour, participants will explore one of Lisbon’s main attractions, the Castle of Saint George. This ancient stronghold saw many civilizations come and go and is a testament to Lisbon’s origins. Famous for its imposing towers and battlements, the Castle also offers breathtaking views of Lisbon and the Tagus River that are not to be missed.
Participants will receive detailed information from their tour guide on the history of the Castle of Saint George with special emphasis on the siege of Lisbon of 1147, plus a wide variety of topics ranging from current events in Portugal to rich culinary traditions and much more.
Other attractions in the area are also encompassed in this tour, like Lisbon’s Cathedral and the Portas do Sol Viewpoint, from where travellers can overlook Alfama and admire one of the most stunning views of Lisbon.
Skip the ticket line service is also included in the tour, ensuring that travelers make the best use of their time.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with difficulty walking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Skip the ticket line service
Guided tour of the Castle by a licensed guide
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Snacks
Castelo de Sao Jorge
What To Expect
Church of St. Anthony
Travelers will receive a tour of the Church of Saint Anthony, built on the site where the Saint was born.
Lisbon Cathedral
Travelers will visit the narthex of the cathedral.
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Alfama and the Castle of Saint George Skip the line Tour
Reviews
52 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Could not have asked for more
Kathleen H,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was Andriy Voyevoda, who sent a message ahead of the date of our tour with detailed instructions about the meeting location, contact information and a photo so we could recognize him. We were the only two on the tour so we had a personalized experience. The tour started in the square outside the Church of St. Anthony and then we went inside the church. Andriy’s narrative and depth of knowledge about every place we stopped was exceptional. We visited a number of interesting locations in the Alfama neighborhood, including the Se Cathedral, the ruins of the Roman theater, and an overlook of the harbor where we stopped for a break with coffee at a little cafe there. We continued to hear about the history of the location as we made our way up to the castle. We had the Lisboa card so Andriy handled our entrance to the castle and grounds for free. Once inside the castle grounds, we had a fascinating tour of all the locations along with a narrative of the ways that castles were defended and how attackers could succeed in taking back a castle that was held by enemies. The tour was listed as lasting 3 hours, but Andriy stayed with us for an extra 40 minutes as we asked questions and learned about the history of the place. He pointed out the castle museum and explained how to get back to the starting point before taking his leave. This tour far exceeded our expectations in so many ways. Andriy provided a wealth of knowledge, anecdotes, geographical insights, religious and historical references and so much more. He was most considerate, pointing out where we needed to watch our step, asking about whether we needed a break, etc. Simply superb.
Castle in the Sky and a fabulous Tour Guide
Chris A,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fascinating tour of Alfama & St George’s Castle by one of the most knowledgeable tour guides we’ve encountered in years of travel. If you can request Rui Fernandes who is obviously passionate about his subject. Beautiful views from St Anthony’s Church, as well as Lisbon Cathedral
Andriy was one of the...
Mike L,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Andriy was one of the best tour guides we have ever had in Europe. The tour required a lot of walking, especially uphill walking, but Andriy was very patient and helpful. He went at our pace. His knowledge of Lisbon history was excellent.
Excellent day in Lisbon (Alfama)
David B,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour! Andriy was an amazing guide. Very knowledgeable, friendly, great english easily understood, kindly pointed out everywhere we might trip, answered questions well. Highly tecommend.
Great Guide in Andriy
jatinp2020,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andriy was awesome. He was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to walk me through each area with such passion and historical detail. He was very attentive to all of my questions and took great care in answering all of my questions. He made the tour a must recommend for anyone
Excepcional tour
PEDRO L,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, our tour guide very knowledgeable and friendly (Andres) we learned a lot about Lisbon and Portugal history, thanks for this opportunity
Very informative tour....
Laura B,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative tour. Learned about the history of Portugal and the importance and historical relevance of the castle.
Our guide was very...
Ruchi J,
Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable and articulate. He walked us through the history of the monuments and their relevance in Portugal currently. We enjoyed the experience.
Book this tour, it's fantastic!
JayhawkInMA,
Jul 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I cannot say enough good things about our tour guide, Andriy. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and spoke excellent English. He was able to answer just about any question we asked. In summary, highly recommended.
Great tour! Andriy was an...
James C,
Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour! Andriy was an excellent tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and provided a great overview of the sites.
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