--- title: Private Tour - African History in Lisbon lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/lisbon/tours/private-tour-african-history-in-lisbon/ type: tour city: Lisbon country: Portugal price: 95 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.89 reviews: 35 duration_minutes: 120 duration_max_minutes: 180 languages: [pt, en, fr] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 54 of 72 (Private Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-25 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/tours/private-tour-african-history-in-lisbon/ --- # Private Tour - African History in Lisbon **Guidekin's take:** A private walk about the African presence in Lisbon and the history of slavery in the city's making, told as the real city rather than a postcard, with coffee or tea included. No entries or meals are part of the price. 4.89 from 35 reviews at €95 per person for 2h–3h. ## Overview The visit is private tour, it shares a different perspective of Lisboa. This is a vision and true insight into the city's history, economy, and the people. Influence of Africa and history of slaves is part of our society, was part of the construction of city and we we ttell you more details. It will be a real experience, is not turistic experience or a postal card of Lisboa. We want the real city with you! ## Before you book - Meeting point: At the main door of Rossio train station. - Starts 09:30, 10:00, 14:30: 3 departures a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted ## Key facts - Price: from €95 per person - Duration: 2h–3h - Rating: 4.89/5 from 35 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 97% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Alfacinha LX ## What's included - Coffee and/or Tea ## Itinerary 1. **Lisbon** (15m) - This visit focuses on African heritage and history in the city of Lisbon, the importance of slaves in the city's history and economy was a very latent reality in Lisbon from the 16th century to the present day. this trip brings together history, anthropology, and contemporary... 2. **Praca Dom Pedro IV** (15m) - We will connect with a history of black Africans and slaves in so many activities in this area of the City. 3. **Castelo, Alfama & Mouraria** (1h) - Typical area of Lisbon where the immigrants are part of the city and our heritage. 4. **Chafariz D'El Rei** (10m) - old fountain in Lisbon where slaves had their own tap to draw water 5. **Praca do Comercio** (30m) - The main square of the City where was part the history of the City 6. **Campo das Cebolas** (20m) - It was a place of commerce in the city of Lisbon, where slaves also arrived from the colonies, particularly from Africa. It is a place full of architectural remains and many layers of history to talk about during a visit. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30, 10:00, 14:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25 - 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 At the main door of Rossio train station. Street 1 Dezembro close to Starbucks cafe. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Private Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #54 of 72** | €95 | 2h–3h | 4.89 (35) | private | | [True 4Hour Private Tuk Tuk Tour: Discover Lisbon with a Local!](/portugal/lisbon/tours/true-4hour-private-tuk-tuk-tour-discover-lisbon-with-a-local/?format=md) | €90 | 4h | 4.98 (11074) | private | | [Lisbon Highlights: Private Tuk Tuk Tour Adventure Sightseeing](/portugal/lisbon/tours/lisbon-highlights-private-tuk-tuk-tour-adventure-sightseeing/?format=md) | €85 | 3h | 4.98 (4342) | private | | [Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience](/portugal/lisbon/tours/sintra-private-trip-from-lisbon-customizable-dreamlike-experience/?format=md) | €155 | 8h | 4.98 (1960) | private | Ranked #54 of 72 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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