--- 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: 36 duration_minutes: 120 duration_max_minutes: 180 languages: [pt, en, fr] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 53 of 70 (Private Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-03 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 36 reviews at €95 per person for 2h–3h. In our comparison: #53 of 70 in Private Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## 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 - Children from €25: ages 11 to 13 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €95 per person - Duration: 2h–3h - Rating: 4.89/5 from 36 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Alfacinha LX - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, French - Start times: 09:30, 10:00, 14:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.89 from 36 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 35 of 36. - 5 stars: 34 (94%) - 4 stars: 1 (3%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (3%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the historical depth and open discussion; the walking calls for comfortable shoes. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable, engaging explanations of African history in Lisbon - Connections between the history of enslavement and Portuguese society today - Private discussions with time for questions and thoughtful answers - Historical documents and pictures that help explain Lisbon's past - Coffee and pastry stops with time for conversation **Complaints:** - Some flag walking effort and the need for suitable shoes, while others find the walk comfortable Written by Guidekin from the 36 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-02-18 to 2026-09-22); last checked 2026-10-03. ## 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: 2026-10-03 - 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 At the main door of Rossio train station. Street 1 Dezembro close to Starbucks cafe. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJtRNGuIAzGQ0RhsoDyDD_gr0 ## 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 Booking asks for: dates of birth ## Compared with other Private Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #53 of 70** | €95 | 2h–3h | 4.89 (36) | 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) | €75 | 4h | 4.98 (11385) | 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 (4499) | 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 (2033) | private | Ranked #53 of 70 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €14 to €425, median €135; typical length 5h. 69 of 70 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/private-tours/?format=md ## More in Lisbon - All Lisbon tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/tours/private-tour-african-history-in-lisbon/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/?format=md