Private Tour - African History in Lisbon
Recommended by 97% of travelers
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Lisbon, Portugal
- 2 to 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Coffee and/or Tea
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- RossioR. 1º de Dezembro 125, 1249-970 Lisboa, Portugal
At the main door of Rossio train station. Street 1 Dezembro close to Starbucks cafe.
End point
- Praça do Comércio1100-148 Lisbon, Portugal
Itinerary
1
Lisbon
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Praca Dom Pedro IV
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Castelo, Alfama & Mouraria
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
4
Chafariz D'El Rei
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Praca do Comercio
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Campo das Cebolas
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 30 reviews
Martha_M, Jun 2026
Filipa was an amazing guide. I appreciated how she explained the history thoroughly and in an engaging way and connected it to the present. The views were beautiful and the walking was relaxing.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thanks so much for your feedback. My work define part of my life and its a pleasure can share every day History, Culture and open new perspective about Lisbon. It was fantastic receveid you in Lisboa! See you soon Filipa
Joao_x, May 2026
Myself, my partner and adult child took this private tour on a beautiful warm day. Filipa, our guide met us at the door of the Rossio station with a welcoming smile, and thus began an engaging 3 hour tour where Filipa led us through a little known and appreciated aspect of the history of Lisbon- the contribution of Africans to this city. Filipa is passionate about her work, to educate the public to the voice of the unsung whose echoes lie in the very steps of some of the most visible locations in downtown Lisbon. I highly recommend this tour if you’re willing to go beyond the typical and learn the forgotten, and at times unsavory história de Lisboa. And if you can, cap the experience with a meal at one of Lisbon’s Afro-Portuguese restaurants recommended by Filipa. We had lunch at Mambo, and I can genuinely say it was one of the friendliest, warmest meal services I ever had anywhere in the world!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
The best part of work its when i can meet good people! it was a plesaure to share with you Lisboa. I hope see you soon in Lisbon!
Best Regards,
Filipa Oliveira
Pamela_P, May 2026
An eye opening and emotional experience. Filipa was amazing and very knowledgeable. She did such an awesome job taking you through the revolutionary experience. I would take her tour again and highly recommend. If your trip brings you anywhere near Lisbon,
consider booking with Filipa ❤️
Response from Host, May 2026
I have no words, I have to thank you, it is very rewarding these words because they are indeed an encouragement for more difficult days. And this sharing is the best part of my days.
All the best!
Filipa Oliveira
Carolyn_H, Apr 2026
Filipina introduced me to a well-researched and historically integrated history of Portugal (generally) and Lisboa specifically! I was awed by her command of so much history that centers the integral African contributions to the Portuguese culture. Our tour was so thorough that I spent the rest of my week revisiting all the places on our tour for closer exploration. I will definitely return to Lisbon as a result of one of the finest “welcome to my country” tours I’ve ever experienced.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
I am grateful it aws fantastic to share with you my work and this perspective about the city. I hope see you soon,
Kind Regards,
filipa Oliveira
Jericia_J, Apr 2026
This was a highly informative walking tour highlighting the African experience and impact in Portugal. Filippa was very well versed on the history as well as passionate about the topic. I really enjoyed that it was a private tour- just the two of us- which allowed for more in depth discussion and questions. I would definitely recommend this experience if you are looking to explore Lisbon from a different perspective.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Jericia , thanks so much it was really really nice to meet you and share the true History of Lisboa. I hope see you soon again.
All the best ,
Filipa
Gwendolyn_I, Apr 2026
Our guide was very thorough and able to provide a different perspective to the culture of Lisbon and Portugal.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks so much it was great meet you in Lisbon and share with you the real History of Lisbon. I hope see you soon!
Onyi_M, Apr 2026
I enjoyed learning the African history of Lisbon. The route was perfect and I appreciate having a book to show the before and after. Filipa was very knowledgeable and I recommend this tour
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks so much for your feeback it was a pleasure to share Lisboa with you my work is also a important part of my atitude in life and can do it everyday its a real pleasure special when i meet people like you. See you sson in Lisbon
PHYLLIS_A, Apr 2026
Filipa was so lovely and warm and very knowledgeable about this history - we saw many landmarks and learned about key historical figures and we also had some amazing discussions about history and current affairs over coffee and pastel de natas. I left wanting to research more about what I had learnt that day. Thank you Filipa! I will be back for more!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks so much for your feedback it was real pleasure to share with you Lisboa with with so many layers of History where the African heritage its so important
Suzanne_C, Mar 2026
This tour with Filipa was one of the best I have been on. She was friendly, informative and thoughtful in her analysis of the experience of African people in Lisbon, and Portugal as a whole since the start of Portugal’s existence. She also incorporated other groups of people and events in Portugal’s history into her analysis of the African experience then and now. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone and feel that it complimented tours I have taken in other countries but also more than stands on its own. I thank Filipa so much for providing this perspective!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for this feedback. My work is a part of me, and having the privilege of sharing my studies, research, and perspective is a great joy. I'm very grateful to have met you.
Bronwyn_H, Jan 2026
excellent tour, Filipa the guide was patient when I ran a few minutes late due to lunch taking longer than expected. She was very enjoyable to talk to, knowledgeable, and I learned a lot about the city.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
I am so gratefull with your feedback. It was a pleasure meet you in Lisboa. And i hope you see you again soon.
All the Best!
Filipa Oliveira
Ana_P, Dec 2025
Filipa was AMAZING! So knowledgeable! She really put the right history in perspective on this tour with gentle empathy & brilliant knowledge. She just really gave us a wonderful taste of Lisbon and did not mind taking extra time for us! Would highly recommend this tour with her, despite having thought what is a blond blue eyed lady doing giving this tour- couldn’t have been more perfect!! She lives & feels her countries history from a balanced perspective!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thanks so much its was fantastic share with you the History of Portugal and the history of Lisboa. I hope see you soon in Portugal! Have a great 2026!
LORRAINE_P, Oct 2025
This was a very interesting tour. I learned a lot about the African influence on Lisbon. She made the tour very enjoyable with her knowledge as well as her friendly personality.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
I was a really pleasure to meet you and share part of the real history of Portugal.
Louettra_D, May 2025
It was perfect the tour guides were very exceptional and knowledgeable and was the best and good at what they do
Response from Host, May 2025
I was a plesaure to meet you in Lisbon and share with the real History of my city! thanks so much I hope you see you soon,
All the Best,
Filipa
Malik_M, Mar 2025
The tour guide Filipa was amazing. She’s very friendly and informative. She helped give a great perspective of Lisbon, Portugal as a whole and the history of who, how and what built Portugal. Very knowledgeable about the African slave trade and the history of what brought the Africans to Portugal and the important role they played and continue to play in the country. Absolutely loved every moment of this tour and recommend to anyone visiting Lisbon with a quest for knowledge of some African history.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thanks so much for your sharing with me it a real pleasure to share the real History and not a simple postal card of Lisbon! I hope see you soon!
Shayla_L, Mar 2025
Filipa was so kind and pleasant. She was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of African people on Lisbon and Portugal. The experience was enjoyable and it was a comfortable walk.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
It was a really pleasure to share with you the African heritage in my City, I hope see you soon in Lisbon
Ada_C, Feb 2025
Love this tour. Filipa is knowledgeable and gives a fabulous and engaging tour. She told the story of Lisbon from the perspective of the enslaved people as we visited each monument and landmark. With the private nature of the tour, I was able to engage in thoughtful conversations. One of the best tours as her passion and commitment show.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Thanks you so much, it was fantastic to meet you in Lisbon and thanks for your sweet words.
Ruth_M, Nov 2024
Filipa was an excellent tour guide. We learned a great deal about the history of Africans in Portugal. She also shared a lot about the culture and way of life in Portugal. We especially enjoyed our coffee break with the custard pies - delicious.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
It was a pleasure to share my city with you . Thanks a lot for your kind words are a big boost for me and my job
Glenae_F, Oct 2024
Filipa was a great guide in this tour exploring the forgotten history of Africans in Portugal and the slave trade. I learned of many great people who have no statues or memorials of their contributions (except for Pai Paulino) to the building up of Portugal. Filipa communicated perfectly and planned a great stop to enjoy pasteles nata (sp). We saw the ancient amphitheater ruins and ended along the water near the square. Great experience.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you very much for these words, I do my work with passion and I think this visit is a matter of justice, we can no longer keep quiet about those who have been ignored.
I hope see you again in Lisboa
MYRNA_R, Oct 2024
Filipa is an excellent guide with passion for the subject matter. She provided information with honesty and compassion.
Everything came to life as Filipa connected all the dots with facts, not just what appears on the surface like most tours. I came away wanting to research to gain more knowledge.
You do not want to miss this gem!! I recommend filtering to easily locate it in the tour listing's, you will not be disappointed.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Not forgetting or erasing history is a duty in the 21st century. My. I can only thank you for sharing, which truly moves me. It was a great pleasure to share Lisbon and the strong influence of African heritage with you.
I hope see you soon in Lisboa!
Marlene_D, Oct 2024
The guide was nice but her english was poor. The group complained that they could not understand what she was saying most of the time and that they had to do their own research. Group was also disappointed that the African experience was not led by someone of african origin. Would not recommend
Response from Host, Nov 2024
I afraid your feedback here, it was different in day of the visit. But thanks for your review. About the question the guide without african origin , well is really important to change our mindset. This is very important for our future- No racism!!! I studied History and for me the history is not just one side is very important explain the African heritage in Lisboa also if the guide is not african. And honestly, my color and my skin should not be a point negative in my work ... About my English in 20 years of work and with several courses with International experience it was the first bad reference about my english. And most of the time the group took photos/selfies during the visit.But I need to say for me it was a pleasure share part of the History od Lisbon with our group and and to share part of the history of Portugal and Lisboa with your Group. I afraid your attitude with me the world needs more love and tolerence!
Tracy_B, Oct 2024
Touring with Felipa was great. She was knowledgeable and informative of the history of Lisbon, Portugal. She was kind and considerate as it relates to our level of comfort. She also treated us to lunch at one of the historical cafes in the commercial area. Would definitely tour with her again.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Dear Tracy,
It was a pleasure to share with your the history about the slavery. I hope see you soon in Lisboa.
Rosa_U, Aug 2024
A very interesting perspective from a historian who realized that not just the people of Portugal need to talk about the African History in Lisbon, but also the tourists should hear the history as well.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you very much for your availability and sharing and for booking this very special visit for me.
Amina_O, May 2024
Filipa was a delight; very knowledgeable with a warm personality. I thoroughly enjoyed my tour and I would highly recommend this to anyone planning a trip to Lisbon.
Response from Host, May 2024
Thanks so much it was a pleasure share with you my city and part of the history of Lisbon where the african heritage is part of the history! And ou memory is essencial to our future.
Jerry_C, Apr 2024
Very good tour. Very knowledgeable and super professional and responsive. Even walked our group to our wine tasting tour that started after their tour end which was awesome. I definitely recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you very much for sharing, it was a pleasure to have been with you this morning and I really appreciate your booking, I think it is increasingly important to have a honest discussion of History! I hope see you soon in Lisbon!
April_H, Apr 2024
The guide was extremely informative and knowledgeable about Lisbon's history and the role the city and the country of Portugal played in the enslavement of African peoples.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thanks so much it was a really pleasure meet you and share Lisbon and this specific topic so serious and pertinent!
LaTamara_M, Mar 2024
Filipa was so knowledgeable about the African history in Lisbon. I could really see her passion to share the knowledge and desire to educate. She took me places that I ordinarily would not have gone on my own and now I have been there plus know it’s history. Very nice person! Glad to have met her! Thank you
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Thanks a lot for you feedback and all care . It was fantastic share with part of the history about africans in Lisbon
Krystal_B, Feb 2024
I do not think I know what I really was booking here. I thought it was a small group tour but no.
THIS WAS THE BEST TOUR I EVER WENT ON! Filipa was a gem! She was so knowledgeable about everything. The walk was perfect (make sure you wear comfy shoes). I felt like I was being led around a new city with an old friend. Book this tour TODAY! I will be back and will be bringing more people to this awesome company! Truly a customer for life!
Response from Host, Feb 2024
It was very touching to prepare this visit a vision of history without preconceptions learned from the street and the city's heritage. Thank you for the consideration and respect about my work.
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