Original Food Lisbon & Cultural Tour: Alfama, Mouraria & Baixa

4.9(1,495)4 hFree cancellationBy Oh! My Cod Tours

About this activity

Awarded Best Gastronomic Project by Turismo de Portugal (2024) and Best Portugal & Spain Cultural Project by Prémios Ibéricos (2023).

This intimate food experience takes you through the historic neighborhoods of Alfama, Mouraria & Baixa to discover the flavors, stories & communities that shape Lisbon today, told through 4 long-standing family-run establishments.

Along the way, taste dishes most visitors never encounter — from generous cuts of premium cod (not cod cakes) to full Mozambican specialties (not pastries, or Brás) reflecting the city’s multicultural identity. Also, selected DOP products & specialties sourced from small Portuguese producers (Bísaro ham, artisanal cheeses, chorizo, octopus & seasonal seafood).

Limited to just 10 guests. Beyond standard tastings. Offers meaningful encounters, hidden taverns & on selected days, exclusive dishes prepared only for our guests.

Curated by a Lisbon native and passionate food lover since 2017.

Slow food with a sense of place!

What's included

✓4 curated food stops, all long-standing family-run establishments.
✓Slow Food with a Sense of Place: experience lead by a local food expert with transcultural sensivity
✓Limited to just 10 guests, the experience goes far beyond standard tastings.
✓Discover Alfama, Mouraria & Baixa, 3 historic neighborhoods: the flavors, stories & communities
✓Suitable to Vegetarians/Keto/Celiac/Pescatarians/Nonalcoholic drinkers - INFORM us 36h BEFORE
✓Curated selection of local wines by region, Porto wine, beer and liqueur
✓DOP products & small producers (Bísaro ham, artisanal cheeses, chorizo, octopus & seasonal seafood)
✓LGBTQ2S+ friendly - LGBTQ2S+ places-to-go-after-this!
✓Beyond cod cakes or Brás Cod recipes: generous cuts of premium cod prepared in traditional recipes
✓full Mozambican specialties (not just the pastries), reflecting Portugal food multicultural identity
✓Exclusive access to local taverns and dishes prepared only for our guests on selected days.

Not included

✕Private transportation
✕Gratuities
✕Hotel pick up and drop off

Meeting and pickup

The arch is located in Terreiro do Paço, a very central square. Nearest metro: Terreiro do Paço or Baixa. We will meet UNDER the arch

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Suitable to Vegetarians/Keto/Celiac/Pescatarians/No-Dairy
If you have any of these dietary restriction or any allergy, kindly INFORM us at least 36h BEFORE the experience starts! Thank you.
NOT suitable for Vegans (if you are a group with more than 6 people, contact us for a tailored food and cultural vegan experience)
All ages are welcome from 0 to 100 years old (our oldest guest was 96 yo!). Consider that we need to climb some stairs (approx 50) in the medieval city and that we walk 2.5km (1.6 miles), with 4 food stops in between. The perfect balance between walking, seating & eating. Bring comfortable shoes, to walk on Lisbon cobblestones, during your stay in Lisbon :)
Oh! My Cod Tour company has been awarded Best Gastronomic Project by Turismo de Portugal (2024). Best Portugal & Spain Cultural Project by Prémios Ibérico (2023)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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