Experience Art & Culture Tours in Lisbon with Withlocals

"Joao is amazing. So kind and thoughtful and interesting! He knew such a wide range of history and fun facts about Lisbon, and especially the Jewish community that left us thinking and wondering more! He did a great job pointing out tips of places to go and ways to make the city more accessible (hidden elevators, escalators, etc.) and he was awesome to send us a detailed list of many more recomendations and followed up on the various things we spoke about. He was able to make the tour interesting for our 10 year old daughter and also was sensitive to the heat that day, and kept looking for spots with shade where we could talk comfortably. Definitely book your tour with Joao - you won't be disappointed!"

"From the very first moment, Antonio brought the Roots to Rhythm tour to life with his deep knowledge, magnetic storytelling, and warm presence. This wasn’t just a sightseeing tour — it was an immersive experience that connected the threads of history, identity, and culture in ways I’ll never forget. Antonio’s ability to illuminate Lisbon’s African influences — from sacred spaces to bustling markets — was nothing short of masterful. He guided us through hidden corners of the city that most tourists would miss, weaving together stories of resilience, migration, and cultural fusion with heart and humility. Every stop was thoughtfully chosen, every viewpoint rich with meaning, and every moment anchored in truth and reverence. I walked away not just more informed, but more connected — to the city, its history, and to my own story as part of a larger global tapestry. If you’re looking for a tour that will move you, challenge you, and stay with you long after it’s over, Roots to Rhythm with Antonio is it. Truly one of the most meaningful travel experiences I’ve ever had. "

"Igor was AMAZING. He is an artist. I learned so much about street art and graffiti. We saw many amazing art pieces in our stroll around Lisbon. The tour was beautiful and informative. I would strongly recommend this tour with Igor as your guide!"

"Great tour with Antonio. His knowledge was amazing and his explanations revealed great sensitivity to the challenges of Africans who were invaded and enslaved by the Portuguese. I learned a lot and would highly recommend any tour with Antonio! I only wish he walked a bit faster. "

"So interesting, tween boys loved it, great way to explore the city."

"We loved our time with Igor. He kept both the adults and kids (8 and 10) engaged for the entire 3 hour tour. We learned a lot about Lisbon street art and saw some streets and parts of Lisbon we wouldn’t experience otherwise. A+ tour with A++ guide. Thank you Igor! "

"Before I visited Lisbon a friend told me to be sure to make time for the Gulbenkian and I am glad that I listened. It is an exceptional collection and visiting it with Antonio made it even better! He was so knowledgeable and his explanation of the history of the collection and the museum made the experience so much richer. I highly recommend Antonio!"

"We had a great day with Igor. He is passionate, engaging, and extremely knowledgeable. After doing this tour I will never see Lisbon the same. Highly highly recommend. "

"Antonio took us on a well-designed tour of the Lisbon residences and haunts of Portugal’s famous authors Fernando Passoa and Jose Saramago. He is very knowledgeable and personable and we felt like we had just missed bumping into one of these writers each time we turned a corner. We strongly recommend António and his tour."

"We had so much fun with Igor! He was smart, insightful, and although we really enjoyed the art, we learned so much about the cultural scene, Lisbon & Portugal from him. Our time with him was the highlight of our trip to Lisbon."