Devour Lisbon: The Ultimate Portuguese Food Tour

About this experience

Discover the historic and modern eateries that make Lisbon what it is. From classic Portuguese-style codfish to the inimitable flaky, buttery custard tart, you’ll taste centuries-old recipes alongside modern favorites. Along with your expert guide and small group, you'll eat your way through three delicious neighborhoods: Baixa, Chiado, and Cais do Sodré. As you sip on Lisbon's signature sour cherry liqueur, savor the city's best sandwich, and sit down for a meal at a traditional Portuguese tasca, you'll meet the friendly faces behind centuries-old establishments. All together, you'll enjoy eight tastes and three drinks at seven small businesses in Lisbon (enough food for a full meal), learn how Lisbon’s story can’t be told without its food, and gain invaluable knowledge for eating like a local on your own.

At a glance

• Duration: 3 hr

Itinerary and highlights

This isn't just a food tour—it's a journey straight to the heart of Portuguese cuisine. Spend a morning eating your way through three delicious Lisbon neighborhoods: Baixa, Chiado, and Cais do Sodré. Along the way, you’ll taste centuries-old recipes alongside modern favorites and discover the historic and modern eateries that make Lisbon what it is. From classic Portuguese-style codfish to the inimitable flaky, buttery custard tart, you’ll learn how Lisbon’s story can’t be told without its food—and gain invaluable knowledge for eating like a local on your own.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Praça da Figueira next to the large statue of Statue of King John I (Dom João I in Portuguese).

Languages and tickets

• English — Guide
• Mobile Only

Tour operator

• Devour Portugal Food Tours

Accessibility and practical details

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• 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 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.
• Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Available tour options

• Lisbon Private food tour: Taste the food and drinks that have played an integral role in Lisbon’s history at family-run shops, bars, and restaurants.
• Maximum 12 guests