Good to know
- Time to spend
- Half a day, plus an evening for fado
- Tickets
- Free to explore; fado houses usually need a dinner or show booking
- Best time
- Morning for quiet lanes, evening for fado
- Getting there
- Tram 28, or walk up from Praça do Comércio or Santa Apolónia metro
Itineraries with Alfama
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Alfama and the Baixa
How Alfama fits into a day.- 9:00São Jorge CastleAlfama
- 11:00Alfama lanes and Miradouro de Santa LuziaAlfama
- 14:00Tram 28Lisbon
- 16:00Praça do ComércioBaixa
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Alfama questions
Is Alfama walkable?
Yes, but it is hilly with cobblestones and many steps. Wear shoes with good grip and consider riding up and walking down.
Where can I hear fado in Alfama?
Many small restaurants host fado nights. Booking ahead is wise, especially on weekends.
