--- title: Alfama and the Castle of Saint George Skip the line Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/lisbon/tours/alfama-and-the-castle-of-saint-george-skip-the-line-tour-14060P20/ type: tour city: Lisbon country: Portugal price: 33 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 63 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Best walk rank_in_category: 3 of 7 (Alfama District) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-11-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/tours/alfama-and-the-castle-of-saint-george-skip-the-line-tour-14060P20/ --- # Alfama and the Castle of Saint George Skip the line Tour **Guidekin's take:** A three hour walk through Alfama that ends inside the Castle of São Jorge with a licensed guide and the ticket line skipped, though the castle entry fee itself is listed as not included. Moderate fitness needed for the climbs. 4.98 from 63 reviews at €33 per person. **Best walk:** 4.98 from 63 reviews at €33 per person: a 3-hour walk through Alfama ending with a guided, skip-the-line visit of São Jorge Castle. Trade-off: Castle entry ticket not included. (last checked July 15, 2026) In our comparison: #3 of 7 in Alfama District, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview On this 3 hour walking tour, participants will explore one of Lisbon’s main attractions, the Castle of Saint George. This ancient stronghold saw many civilizations come and go and is a testament to Lisbon’s origins. Famous for its imposing towers and battlements, the Castle also offers breathtaking views of Lisbon and the Tagus River that are not to be missed. Participants will receive detailed information from their tour guide on the history of the Castle of Saint George with special emphasis on the siege of Lisbon of 1147, plus a wide variety of topics ranging from current events in Portugal to rich culinary traditions and much more. Other attractions in the area are also encompassed in this tour, like Lisbon’s Cathedral and the Portas do Sol Viewpoint, from where travellers can overlook Alfama and admire one of the most stunning views of Lisbon. Skip the ticket line service is also included in the tour, ensuring that travelers make the best use of their time. ## Before you book - Meeting point: By the black statue located next in… - Starts 10:00, 15:00: 2 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €16: ages 4 to 13 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €33 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.98/5 from 63 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Operator: My Lisbon Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:00, 15:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.98 from 63 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 63 of 63. - 5 stars: 62 (98%) - 4 stars: 1 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the detailed history, patient guides and castle views; the uphill walking is the main caveat. **Praised:** - Detailed history of Alfama and the castle, with time for questions - Flexible pacing with breaks and routes adapted to the group - Views of Lisbon and the river from the castle and other stops - Skipping the entrance queue at the castle **Complaints:** - Demanding uphill walking on the way to the castle Written by Guidekin from the 59 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2022-06-23 to 2026-09-30); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Skip the ticket line service - Guided tour of the Castle by a licensed guide - GST (Goods and Services Tax) ## Not included - Snacks - Castelo de Sao Jorge ## Itinerary 1. **Church of St. Anthony** (10m) - Travelers will receive a tour of the Church of Saint Anthony, built on the site where the Saint was born. 2. **Lisbon Cathedral** (10m) - Travelers will visit the narthex of the cathedral. 3. **Museu de Lisboa - Teatro Romano** (5m) - Travelers will view the ruins of Lisbon's Roman Theatre. 4. **Miradouro de Santa Luzia** (5m) - From this view point travelers can overlook the Alfama district and learn about the legend of Martin Moniz. 5. **Miradouro Das Portas Do Sol** (5m) - This is one of Lisbon's most panoramic viewpoints, from which almost all of Alfama can be observed. Travelers can also admire the ruins of Lisbon's ancient city walls. 6. **Castelo De Sao Jorge** (1h) - Travelers will receive a detailed tour of the Castle of Saint George from their guide, who can skip the ticket line and purchase the entrance tickets on behalf of the participants of the tour. The tour of the castle includes an explanation on the siege of Lisbon of 1147, as... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 15:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point By the black statue located next in front of the Church Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ95WuEMHZHg0R11WIKUcaTZE Ends: This tour will end inside the Castle of Saint George ## Good to know - 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 difficulty walking ## Compared with other Alfama District | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 7** | €33 | 3h | 4.98 (63) | shared | | [Lisbon Small-Group Food Tour with 18 Tastings in Alfama District](/portugal/lisbon/tours/lisbon-small-group-food-tour-with-18-tastings-in-alfama-district/?format=md) | €105 | 4h | 4.95 (2122) | shared | | [Tour of Old Town (Alfama) - 2hr](/portugal/lisbon/tours/tour-of-old-town-alfama-2hr-201857P1/?format=md) | €275 per group | 1h | 5.0 (70) | private | | [Slow Food Lisbon & Cultural Tour: Alfama, Mouraria & Baixa](/portugal/lisbon/tours/slow-food-lisbon-cultural-tour-alfama-mouraria-baixa/?format=md) | €118 | 4h | 4.94 (1482) | shared | Ranked #3 of 7 in Alfama District by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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