Lagos Free Walking Tour with local historian

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English
Guru: Lígio
Quality Verified Registered on August 27, 2020

I was born in Lagos all the time hearing stories from my uncle who was the curator of a local church. I entered a History course at the University of Braga, between 2012 and 2016. After finishing that course, I began to investigate everything that my uncle had taught me in documents, books, of course I was upset. But I can say that all the information you gave me was accurate. I also learned from some scholars that I felt they had the same passion for research and for this city. I was lucky to meet these people as they were always a reliable source. I launched the Lagos Walking Tour Project in 2018. Lagos, and the entire Algarve, have always been known for beautiful beaches and exquisite cuisine. The idea of me creating this project is to be able to give another offer and cultural perspective in addition to all the sun and beaches.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

The idea here is to offer you an experience more than the sun and the beach, so in the end, you will look to Lagos with a completely new perspective. And at the same time, help you to plan your stay in the area.

We will talk about the Algarve fauna and flora. If you chose the morning tour, you would have the opportunity to see the fish, seafood, fruit, vegetables, and traditional pastry from the region. Morning or afternoon you can contemplate one of the outstanding rooftops in Lagos.

In a fun and relaxed way, you can meet the urban evolution of the area and the importance of this town in World history. Will reveal to you the history, stories, myths, economy, and society. Celtic iron age will be revealed in where they found Lacobriga: The first urban nucleus, objects, and way of Living. Found where the Romans settled down, their activities, and archaeological finds. You will meet the Middle Ages Wall and urban Trace, which was built by the Portuguese.
From the Modern Era, you will learn from Henry the Navigator, his role in the discovery exploration, and slaves. With gravures, old photos, photos reconstitutions that you will see in this experience, you will look to Lagos with a completely new perception.

Was in Lagos that the last convicted to death in Portugal by civil crime was executed. And Lagos is also known for its beautiful street Art Pieces. Then, while you will walk to the path of the Last convicted to death you can appreciate a few Art Pieces, while we give our interpretation.

Then, please be prepared, because we will lead you to the same grim, terror, slavery, and, who knows, ghosts.

Itinerary:
• Lagos Main Square

• Statue of Henry the Navigator

• The Slave Market

• The Governador's Castle

• The Slaves Cemetry

• Lagos middle age village

• Statue of Dom Sebastião

While we return to the meeting point, is time to give you our recommendations.
Starting with things to in the area and surrounds same nice restaurants, so you can experiment the original Algarve cuisine. Also, the best rooftops where you can have a nice drink with fantastic views. 
And will share with you the location where you can have our favorite ice cream in town and the spots that have the nicest Algarve pastry that the town has to offer.

In the very end, we have a surprise for you, that has to do with the interpretation of an Art Piece!!!

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  • Meeting point:
    Praça Gil Eanes 25, 8600-330 Lagos, P...
    Praça Gil Eanes 25, 8600-330 Lagos, Portugal
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    Statue of Dom Sebastião in Praça Gil Eanes

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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April 16 Nov 2023

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Travelled in couple - Nov 2023
Very nice guy who was energetic and happy to take the time to answer questions. Sometimes a little hard to understand but English fluency was excellent.
Bernadine 16 Nov 2023

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Travelled in group - Nov 2023
We were lucky enough to get a spot on the last tour before the seasonal break, and it was well worth the effort. Even after many years of visiting Lagos, we found out so many new and interesting things from Lígio's tour. He is an entertaining guide and makes the tour very fun. It's an easy stroll around the city, and also includes tips to help you enjoy your holiday including lots of local recommendations and insight. Will definitely be recommending Lígio's tour to others visiting Lagos - and can't wait to try his wine tasting evening too!
Rogine 13 Nov 2023
Yellowknife

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Travelled in couple - Nov 2023
Great walking tour, Ligio was fun and very friendly. Would recommend!
Anette 11 Nov 2023

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Travelled in couple - Nov 2023
Really enjoyed the tour. Ligio was a very good tour guide, he had a wealth of knowledge, he kept us engaged with funny interludes .
Lisa 10 Nov 2023
Lennox Head

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Travelled in couple - Nov 2023
Ligio was fun and very knowledgeable. Took us all over town. Great tour.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 100 people.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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