Black History Walking Tour

Discover Lisbon's Black History Walking Tour

This walking tour in Lisbon explores the city's Black history, focusing on the transatlantic slave trade and its lasting impact. It suits history enthusiasts and culturally curious visitors.

Highlights

• Explore Lisbon's forgotten Black history on foot
• Learn about Portugal’s role in the transatlantic slave trade
• Visit the first Black neighborhoods outside Africa
• See historic burial sites integrated into the modern city
• Understand the legacy influencing Lisbon's daily life

Description

Join a guided walking tour to uncover Lisbon’s overlooked Black history and its ties to the transatlantic slave trade. Begin at the riverside squares where enslaved people were brought to the city as cargo. Hear documented stories about enslaved women working in markets, Black religious brotherhoods providing dignity and support, and burial sites quietly incorporated into the contemporary cityscape.

Visit neighborhoods where the first Black communities outside Africa lived, worked, prayed, and built their lives. Gain insight into Lisbon’s role within the Black Atlantic world and the ongoing influence of this history in Portuguese society today. The tour offers a human perspective and a deeper understanding of Lisbon’s complex past.

Includes

• Guided tour
• Factual history and local stories
• Black history insights in Lisbon
• Visits to iconic Lisbon landmarks
• Local cultural, food, and entertainment tips

Excludes

• Gratuities
• Food and drinks

Important Information

• This tour covers sensitive historical topics related to slavery and Black history.
• The tour involves a moderate 3-hour walk.

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book early to secure your place. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Morning tours offer cooler temperatures.