Private Lisbon Food Tour: Behind the Scenes of Lisbon’s Food Culture

3 hours

Max 12 people

Lisbon, Portugal

About this activity

Leave the tourist trail behind and explore Lisbon through its food. With a private guide leading the way, this tour is your key to hidden gems and the best food in Lisbon.

Highlights

Your own Lisbon local expert, ready to share the flavors and stories most travelers miss
8 unforgettable tastings from the family-run spots locals swear by
Wines, coffees, and liqueurs that help tell Lisbon’s story—one sip at a time
The history behind every dish, from the spice routes to the present day
A one-of-a-kind private experience designed to slow down, dig deeper, and make Lisbon yours

Full description

Lisbon's past isn’t locked in a museum—it's alive in its kitchens, cafés, and tascas. On this private Lisbon food tour, your local expert will guide you through the neighborhoods where recipes have been passed down for generations and global influences are still shaping every dish.

This is more than just a tasting tour. It’s your chance to experience Lisbon through its food, from the spice routes of the Age of Discovery to the family-run bakeries and hidden eateries locals return to week after week. With the freedom to dive deep, ask questions, and linger over every bite, this is the only way to truly understand Lisbon’s flavor.

Your private tour begins in Lisbon’s historic downtown, where narrow streets lead to the vibrant cafés, markets, and specialty shops that have fed locals for generations.

As you explore neighborhoods like Baixa and Chiado, your guide—a local expert who truly knows Lisbon’s food scene—introduces you to the dishes that define this place. Freshly baked pastéis de nata, salt cod, spice-packed chouriço, and pork sandwiches slow-roasted to perfection are just the beginning.

But this isn’t just about the food on your plate. You’ll hear how Lisbon’s seafaring past shaped its flavors, how ingredients from across the world landed in its kitchens, and why certain recipes have stood the test of time. With stops for local wines, traditional liqueurs, and the kind of coffee that powers Lisbon’s mornings, this is more than a food tour—it’s a deep dive into Lisbon’s edible history.

No big groups. No rushing. Just you, your guide, and the flavors that make Lisbon unforgettable.

Included / Excluded

Local English-speaking guide
Expertly guided walking tour
7 delicious tasting stops with 8 tastes and 3 drinks

Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Gratuities

Meeting point

Departure Point: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets at Praça da Figueira next to the large statue of Statue of King John I (Dom João I in Portuguese).

Important information

Know before you book

This tour is in English.
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
This tour is adaptable for: Pescatarians, Dairy free, Vegetarians, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop.
Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
This tour is not suitable for vegans nor those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.
Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Know before you go

Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
This tour requires uphill and downhill walking on uneven streets, including a couple of fairly steep streets. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty and we recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.
Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days before the activity starts

Cancellations received greater than 7 days prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 7 days of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.