Self-Guided Audio Tour of Barrio Alto, between Myths and Fado.

Duration

40 to 100 minutes

Overview

Lisbon is full of culture and myths that make this city unique. While getting to know the best places in Barrio Alto, you will experience the most famous scenes of Las Lusiadas, one of the most important literary works by Camoes, the most famous Portuguese writer. Starting from the viewpoint of Saint Pedro of Alcantara, you will discover a mystery about the foundation of the city. The tour will then take you to Diario de Noticias street, where your narrator will explain the passion and poetry of Fado, passing by the small Tasca do Chico. You will hear the story of the famous writer Luis de Camoes in front of his monument in the Plaza. As you continue to discover the secrets of Lisbon, the tour will take you past the Pharmacy Museum to St. Catalina, where you will meet, with 3D sound effects,the great Adamastor, the giant from Camoes' Lusiadas, of Camoes. The tour ends with a magnificent view that will give you a moment to admire the landscape.