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Sviatoslav
Lisbon on Feb-2025
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Service: Organization of trip & Retreat
I recently attended a trip and retreat organized by Herman, and it was perfect. I've joined several times, both with friends and on my own, and each experience was solid and unique. The reasonable pricing makes it even better, and I'd gladly pay more for such exceptional service.
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Sarah
Lisbon on Aug-2025
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Service: Guided pub crawl and city tour in Lisbon
I went on Tiago's pub crawl and city tour in Lisbon and it was a really great time. We went to three bars and a club, got free shots, and he did a lot of activities to help break the ice so everyone connected. He was really knowledgeable and really funny, answered everyone's questions, and just had great energy. The price was good, super reasonable, and definitely worth it for the whole experience.
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Faiek
Cascais on Apr-2025
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Service: School transportation for child, airport pickup and dropoff services
I found Lino in an expat Cascais group after I arrived without a car and my kid needed rides to school. He took my child to school for about 4-6 months, and I’ve also used him for airport pickup and dropoff for me and family, including a big trip. He speaks perfect English, my kids like him, and he’s always on time and reliable. Prices feel fair compared to most options, though Uber is cheaper, but for what he provides it’s a very good service.
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Kelly
Lisbon on Nov-2025
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Service: Airport pickups, private tours with recommendations, language assistance, driver referrals
I rely on Andrea for a lot of stuff. She’s extremely reliable, very professional, and very responsive, and she’s done airport pickups and tours for me and visiting friends, always on time or early. She has strong language skills and good suggestions on where to go or how to do something a little differently, and she even referred drivers when I had 10 people going to the Douro. Price felt very reasonable and she’s adaptable, listens to what you need, and is basically someone you can just call.
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Rosa
Boston on Dec-2024
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Service: Tour guide service
I stumbled upon João's tour guide service purely by chance, and it turned out to be a fantastic discovery. Initially planning just one tour, we ended up booking him for three days because of his flexibility and the friendly atmosphere he creates. The experience felt more like exploring with a friend, and I've recommended him to many others.
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Sérgio
Aracaju on Aug-2024
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Service: 2 full days traveling around Portugal
Traveling through Portugal with Hugo was a fantastic experience; I even became friends with him. He's a great driver and an excellent tour guide, always sharing interesting facts about the places we visited. I was so impressed that I've been recommending him to my clients visiting from Brazil.
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Tour Guides in Lisbon: costs, languages & what to check

Locallista lists 6 hand-vetted English-speaking tour guides in Lisbon, rated 9.9/10 on average across verified expat reviews. Every provider serves customers in English, working across neighbourhoods like Baixa-Chiado, Alfama and Avenidas Novas. Compare profiles and reviews, then contact a tour guide directly — no language barrier.

  • Vetted providers: 6 English-speaking tour guides in Lisbon, rated 9.9/10 on average.
  • Languages spoken: English, Portuguese, Spanish and Dutch.
  • Where they work: Lisbon and surrounding areas, including Baixa-Chiado, Alfama and Avenidas Novas.
  • Before you hire: agree deliverables, timeline and a written quote before the project starts.
  • Paperwork tip: in Portugal, ask for a recibo verde / fatura with IVA (23% VAT) so the work is documented and guaranteed.

Last updated June 21, 2026 · Reviewed by the Locallista Lisbon team

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Our tour guides in Lisbon offer walking tours, food and wine tours, neighbourhood explorations, day trips (Sintra, Cascais, etc.), and custom private tours. Many specialise in English-speaking groups and expat-friendly experiences.

  • Prices vary: group walking tours may start from €20-40 per person; private or full-day tours cost more. Each guide lists indicative pricing or invites enquiries on their profile.

  • Yes, all tour guides listed on Locallista speak English and often other languages. Language abilities are clearly displayed on each profile.

  • Many guides offer both group and private tours. Private tours can be tailored to your interests and schedule. Check each profile for options and how to book.

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