Duration
4:00 Hours
Activity Level
High
Experience Details*
Embark on an intriguing exploration of Lisbon’s historical water supplies.
Discover a world built around the fundamental human need for water and its transformative power.
Marvel at the imposing Águas Livres Aqueduct with its 14 colossal arches bestriding the Alcântara Valley. Your historian guide will share fascinating facts about the system that first brought fresh drinking water to the city.
You’ll visit Mãe d’Água reservoir, with its steep staircases, to encounter the gravity-fed process supplying many major fountains. Then, it’s on to the subterranean Loreto Galleries, one of several used in the process, from where stored water was transported into the city.
Finally, drink in the spectacular landscape from the São Pedro de Alcântara viewpoint.
At a glance*
Duration: Half day guided tour
Activity: High level of activity
Transport: By coach and on foot
Why Book? For an opportunity to delve into the aquatic wonders of Portugal’s capital
Itinerary*
Drive to Lisbon Aqueduct> Vist Lisbon Aqueduct > Drive to Rato > Visit Mãe d’ Água Reservoir > Walk from Rato to Princípe Real > Visit the Loreto Galleries > Free time in Downtown area > Drive back to port
What's included*
Local guide
Photo opportunities
Entrance to Lisbon Acqueduct, Mae d'Agua Reservoir, Loreto Galleries
Essential information
Children may not participate. This tour is not suitable for guests who suffer of vertigo or acrophobia and/or claustrophobia. We recommend that guests wear slip-resistant comfortable, walking footwear, weather appropriate clothing; rain coat. The tour will be on stone paths, uneven pavements, cobblestone/slabs of marble, and approximately 60 steps to negotiate during the walk. Please note if there are adverse weather conditions, the exterior of the aqueduct may not be accessible for visitors