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Our Story

When stories aren’t told properly, when there’s no vocabulary or language to understand the past — the illusion of superiority prevails. Every marginalized group has the right to build its own vocabulary, as an act of poetic disobedience. 

Queer Lisbon Tour is dedicated to researching and sharing Portugal’s history, focusing on the complex legacies of colonialism, lusotropicalism, and how they continue to shape  our views on sexuality and gender. Through our tours, we make space so we don’t disappear again.

If you're in a vulnerable financial situation and would like to join us, just send us your name and dates. If we have a group around that time, we’ll be happy to welcome you.

Experiences

This isn’t tourism on autopilot. Our guides welcome you like part of the community, not part of a crowd on a schedule.

Historical Walking Tour

This tour deepens in the history of Portugal, examining local monuments and their significance. From Portuguese colonization, dictatorship, and modern movements, we’ll understand how our past still strongly shapes our present.

Nightlife Experience

This tour offers a window into Lisbon’s LGBTQIA+ culture. We’ll explore local bars, restaurants, and cultural spaces that reflect the resilience of both the queer and immigrant communities in Portugal.

Decolonial Flavors of Lisbon

Blending Portuguese history with the flavors of Mozambique, Goa, and Brazil, this tour is a sensory journey through food. We’ll uncover how lusotropicalism shaped these connections, and how history continues to echo when left unacknowledged.

Team Building

Walking tour through Lisbon that invites your team to connect through stories of real community, the ones left out of the school books. We’ll explore hidden histories and voices that shaped the city, creating space for meaningful conversation and shared reflection.

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FAQ

What types of tours do you offer?

We offer guided walking tours that are not only beautifully researched, but also deeply human. These are moments of genuine presence and quality time spent together. Along the way, we share Portugal’s history and reflect on how and why queer identities have been erased throughout time. 

In case of light rain, the tour will go ahead as planned. We kindly ask you to come prepared with a raincoat or umbrella, if you don’t have one, just let us know and we’ll gladly bring one for you. For heavy or continuous rain, you’ll receive a full refund. We’re a very small, independent company, and every cancelled tour has an impact on us. Whenever possible, turning your booking into a future voucher is a meaningful way to support our initiative and help us keep going.

Booking a tour is easy! Simply click the “Book Now” button on the experience you’ve selected.

We do our best to make our tours inclusive and welcoming for individuals of all backgrounds. However, Lisbon’s cobblestone streets are not entirely accessible for people with reduced mobility.

Yes! We prioritize partnering with queer-owned businesses to promote visibility and support within the community. When that’s not possible, we only recommend or collaborate with businesses that are genuinely queer-friendly and with whom we have established a trusted relationship over time.

We follow all local health guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for every guest.

Our Partners

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PIONEERS OF QUEER TOURISM IN LISBON

We specialize in curating the best combination of authenticity and unique experiences, showcasing the true essence of Lisbon. We have one big goal: to go beyond the ordinary.

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HISTORICAL NARRATIVE
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We are committed to providing a meticulously researched narrative of Portuguese history, often overlooked in mainstream tourism. Our historical research is crafted by experienced historians.

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LOCAL EXPERTS
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Our team is deeply connected to the queer community and culture in Lisbon. Their meticulous attention to detail ensures your journey will be nothing short of exceptional.

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CUSTOMIZED TOUR
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We provide the opportunity to customize your tour, aligning with your preferences and needs. Our trip planning includes offering valuable advices to enhance your experience.

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