Embark on a fascinating journey through the history of Lisbon on a guided architectural walk that will transport you from the past to the present and into the future through the city’s buildings. Meet your guide at a designated point and explore different neighborhoods, spanning from historic to modern, as you delve into Lisbon’s transformation before and after the devastating 1755 earthquake. Gain insights into the key figures who shaped the city and the diverse eras that have left their mark on Europe’s adaptable second-oldest city.

Commence this half-day adventure by meeting your guide at a specified location in the heart of Lisbon. As one of the oldest cities globally and the second-oldest in Europe after Athens, Lisbon offers a journey through time as you explore the various influences and epochs reflected in its architecture. Your guide will narrate the city’s evolution, from the devastation of the 1755 earthquake to the rebuilding efforts led by the Marquis of Pombal.

Continue your exploration to the 1940s, uncovering public infrastructure projects such as post offices and schools constructed during Portugal’s 41-year dictatorship from 1933 to 1974. These structures, designed in a nostalgic style reminiscent of the empire’s peak, played a vital role in projecting a specific national image. Conclude your tour in the future with a visit to the Expo 98 area, formerly the site of the World’s Fair and now transformed into a modern urban space. Gain insights into contemporary Portuguese architects and the future of Lisbon’s architecture as you explore what lies ahead for this dynamic city.