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Half Day Historical Walking Tour about the Slave Trade in Lisbon

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On this small group 3 hour walking tour, you will learn how, in the 15th century, Portugal created the Atlantic Slave Trade, and how slavery went hand in hand with the journeys of exploration Portugal is most famous for. This educational experience cover the locations in Lisbon's historical city center associated with the Slave Trade and African History, but will also address Portugal's contemporary History and the recent fall of the country's colonial empire in the mid 1970's.  
  • Professional guide
  • Local taxes
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off
Departure Point

Largo do Chafariz de Dentro 30, 1100-605 Lisboa, Portugal In front of the medieval fountain located at the following address: Largo do Chafariz de Dentro

  • Largo do Chafariz de Dentro, Lisbon, Portugal
    Travelers will meet there guide on this location and begin the tour with an introduction to the theme.
    10 minutes
  • Alfama, Lisbon, Portugal
    Travelers will visit Lisbon's oldest neighborhood and learn about how the many different civilizations that settled in Portugal practiced slavery, from the Romans to the Moors, and how the Portuguese eventually got involved in the Atlantic Slave Trade during the mid 15th century.
    30 minutes
  • Campo das Cebolas, Lisbon, Portugal
    Travelers will visit the location where the monument to the victims of the Slave Trade will be erected in the future.
    10 minutes
  • Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), Lisbon, Portugal
    Travelers will visit what was the commercial heart of Lisbon and learn about how the slave trade was part of colonial trade.
    15 minutes
  • Baixa, Rossio & Restauradores, Lisbon, Portugal
    Travelers will learn about the day to day lives of enslaved captives, from Africa and around the globe, that lived in Lisbon.
    30 minutes
  • Igreja de Sao Domingos (Santa Justa e Rufina), Lisbon, Portugal
    Travelers will learn about how Lisbon's enslaved captives interacted with the city's religious organizations.
    10 minutes
  • Largo do Carmo, Lisbon, Portugal
    Travelers will visit a location associated with the 25th of April coup and revolution and learn about the subsequent demise of the Portuguese colonial empire during the mid 1970s.
    15 minutes
  • 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 walking difficulties
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Cruiser740546
21 Nov 2024
The tour was super! Rui, our guide, was very knowledgeable about the topic, even tracing the roots of slavery to the Roman era. His enthusiasm about the subject was palpable and his style is open and engaging. He even recommended a great Mozambican restaurant (Roda Vive). I’d heartily recommend this tour to anyone visiting Lisbon who’s curious about Portugal’s involvement in the trans-Atlantic space trade.
KAREN M
16 Nov 2024
My guide, Rui, was punctual and very informative. I especially liked that he had visual aids to help with his presentation. I did multiple tours this trip, and this walking tour was by far my favorite!
975rebecca
04 Sep 2024
This tour examining the history of the slave trade in Lisbon was exceptional. We were presented with an historical timeline of slavery in the region from ancient times, through the Atlantic Slave Trade, and into the impact of slavery on modern times. Rui’s knowledge of the topic was incredibly thorough, and was well-documented with historical artifacts - copies of paintings, facts and numbers, maps and trade routes - which he used to illustrate his points. Although this tour is clearly a passion, Rui’s presentation was clear and unbiased. For such a serious topic, and one so full of historical information, it never felt stuffy. Everyone in the group was thoroughly engaged in the topic, as it is one with connections to so many of our societies across the world. The tour was a comfortable walk, with plenty of stops along the way. We were always invited to ask questions, which were welcomed and answered in a patient and thoughtful manner. A thought-provoking experience that made each of us want to learn more.
This tour in Lisbon is organized by My Lisbon Tours

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