Celebration Trail: Festas de Santo António — audio tour in Lisbon


  • Price ~€10
  • Duration ~90 min
  • Languages EN

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A joyful exploration of Lisbon's local traditions, focusing on the sardines, basil plants, and weddings that define the city's most beloved festival.

Every June, Lisbon transforms into a giant street party for the Festas de Santo António. This tour allows you to experience the spirit of the ‘Popular Marches’ year-round, guiding you through the heart of Alfama where the celebrations are most intense.

The game focuses on the symbols of the festival—the grilled sardines, the ‘manjerico’ (basil) plants with their paper carnations and poems, and the tradition of the ‘St. Anthony’s Brides.’ It’s a great way to understand the local culture and the deep affection Lisboetas have for their patron saint.

Even if you aren’t visiting in June, this trail brings the colorful decorations and festive atmosphere of the ‘Santos Populares’ to life. It’s an upbeat, cultural experience that highlights the communal spirit of Lisbon’s oldest neighborhoods.

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