Private Lisbon 1755 Hearthquake Experience Tour
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Lisbon, Portugal
7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation
Offered in: English
and 2 more
German, Portuguese
Overview
Exploring Lisbon both before and after the 1755 mega earthquake and tsunami offers a remarkable journey through history and heritage spanning from the mid-11th century to the present day. This unforgettable day trip allows you to experience the profound impact of the 1755 earthquake in a way like never before. After experience and feel the over 8.1 magnitude quake, our guests will have the unique opportunity to witness the ruins that bear testament to the disaster, as well as the resilient structures that have survived the cataclysm.
What's Included
- Quake Museum and Virtual Experience admission.
- Lisbon Cathedral admission.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Castle Saint George admission.
- Convento do Carmo and Museum admission.
- Santa Luzia Miradouro.
- Driver/Guide gratuities (tips) are not included.
Meeting and Pickup
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Pickup details
Meet and Greet service available from the Airport (LIS), Lisbon cruise terminals, and Train stations when possible. Your driver will meet you at designated passenger pickup locations. Your driver will also text you upon arrival to the location. Confortable shoes, and dress confortable and according to the weather.
What To Expect
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Quake - Lisbon Earthquake Museum
In conclusion, the thematic experience surrounding the 1755 Mega Earthquake and Tsunami in Lisbon offers a profound opportunity to engage with history in a dynamic and immersive way. Through the cutting-edge simulator, visitors can safely experience the magnitude of the earthquake, enhanced by video mapping and special effects that vividly recreate the chaos of that fateful day. Interactive stations further enrich this journey, providing valuable insights into the geological origins of earthquakes and tsunamis, as well as the specific vulnerabilities that Lisbon faced in 1755. This unique combination of education and experience not only honors the memory of those impacted by the disaster but also fosters a deeper understanding of seismic phenomena, highlighting the importance of preparedness in our contemporary world. By exploring this critical chapter in Lisbon’s history, we can better appreciate the resilience of its people and the lessons learned from such an unforgettable event.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Convento do Carmo
The Carmo Convent was built in 1389 by the Portuguese King João I as part of his legacy to create a complex religious site that would eventually become a powerful symbol for Portugal. Carmo Convento is actually a ruin of a 14th-century convent that was destroyed by an infamous earthquake and fire. On Nov. 1, 1755, one of the deadliest earthquakes of all time shook Lisbon. Buildings throughout the city collapsed, including this one.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Miradouro de Santa Luzia
This romantic terrace by the church of Santa Luzia introduces visitors to Alfama with a sweeping view over its houses, churches, and the Tagus River. Alfama is Lisbon's oldest extant neighbourhood, built in the 8th century during the Muslim conquest of Portugal and neighbouring Spain. Under the Umayyad Caliphate, Lisbon became one of the largest cities in Europe. “Alfama”–from the Arabic al-Hamma, “public baths”–constituted the whole of the city in this period. We will stop at world famous Alfama MIradour
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Lisbon Cathedral
A visit to the Cathedral of Saint Mary Major, or Lisbon Cathedral, serves as an extraordinary opportunity to immerse oneself in the rich tapestry of history and architecture that defines Portugal's religious heritage. As the oldest church in Lisbon and the seat of the Patriarchate, the Sé not only exemplifies remarkable Gothic and Romanesque elements but also stands as a testament to resilience, having withstood the devastating 1755 earthquake and tsunami. Exploring this enduring landmark offers invaluable insight into the cultural and historical significance of the region, inviting visitors to appreciate the profound narratives embedded within its ancient walls. For anyone seeking to connect with the past, the Lisbon Cathedral is an essential destination that captures the essence of Portugal's architectural legacy.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Luggage allowance, Extra/Oversize luggage or items: Your service includes only one (1) checked bag up to 50 lbs. and one (1) carry-on up to 20 lbs. It's the customer's responsibility to (1) ensure the Product option they have selected can accommodate their luggage plus the number of passengers, and (2) to inform the Tour/Service Operator if they have additional luggage, extra large/oversize luggage or items. If the customer fails to notify the Tour/Service Operator in regards these items; at the TourService Operator discretion, they can either request for a large or an additional vehicles (if one is available) at the Customers expenses in order to to accommodate the items listed outside the allowance given, and or charge an additional fee per the additional and or extra large/oversize luggage or items. Such fee should not be less than $15.00 per item nor over $25.00 per item
- Guests are responsible to ensure they have the proper safety gear when traveling with children. However, The Tour/Service Operator, upon request, will provide child seats for an additional fee.
- Guests are responsible to notify the Tour/Service for any delays. After the allocated waiting time, if no contact with the party, the Tour/Service Operator reserves the right to record the trip as a No-Show by the Guest. No-Shows are Not Refundable.
- In the event the Tour/Service Operator cannot accommodate the extra luggage, and or oversize-luggage, and or extra passengers that were not listed and or mentioned in the booking, the customer(s) have the option to either (1) request an addition vehicle from the Tour/Service Operator (if one is available) by making a new reservation and paid for the additional service/vehicle, (2) hire a third party to handle the additional luggage, oversize-luggage, and or extra customers. For safety, and or to prevent additional weight in the vehicle that will incur additional costs, the Tour/Service Operator reserves the right to refuse to carry the additional luggage, and or oversize-luggage, and or additional passengers that were not listed and or mentioned in the reservation. No refunds will be given for unused services.
- Luggage information: Carry-on bags: Have a maximum size of 22 in x 18 in x 10 in (56 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm), including handles, wheels, and side pockets. Also have a weight limit of 8kgs (or 17lbs.) Checked bags: Checked should have a maximum size of 62 linear in (length + width + depth) and a maximum weight of 23kgs. (or 50 lbs.) Bags that are overweight may incur additional charges or will not be allowed in the vehicle if it does not fit. Personal items: Personal items, such as purses, backpacks, and laptop bags, must fit under your seat or in your lap. They usually have a maximum size of 8 in x 18 in x 14 in. NOTICE: Inform the Tour Operator before you book your services, if you have extra luggage, and or oversized luggage, so the Tour Operator will suggest to you on the type of Product option you should select.
- Drivers are not allowed to collect payments onboard for the exception of tips. Any cash, or any other form payment made directly with the driver it will be considered tip/gratuities.
- The Tour Operator is not responsible for any items left in the vehicles; please ensure you have all your belongs upon exiting the vehicles. Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable.
- Collapsible wheelchairs/Scooter with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the Guest(s) is/are accompanied by someone who can assist them, board, disembark and disassemble/assemble the wheelchair/scooter. Please keep in mind that Wheelchairs/Scooters may not fit in a vehicle luggage compartment designated for 1-2 Passengers (Sedan), or 3-4 Passengers (Minivan). Due to the fact that Wheelchairs and or Scoters vary in Size, Shape, and Form. It is the Guest(s) responsibility to ensure that such items can fit on the selected vehicle and or passenger group. Due to liabilities, the driver is not allowed to assist in the disassembly/assembly of the wheelchair/scooter, nor assist the Guest(s) board or off-board the vehicle. The Tour Operator vehicles are Not equipped to provide Access/ADA services. In the event, that the wheelchair/scooter cannot fit in the baggage compartment, nor the Guest(s) have the ability to board the selected vehicle/service; the Tour Operator it will do their best to find an alternative service for the Guest(s) at their own costs. The Guest(s) understands that these costs will be in addition to their initial cost for the reservation. The Guest(s) as well understand that in the event that Tour Operator's driver cannot accommodate the Guest(s) due to their own ability to board, and/or off-board the vehicle, and or the scooter or wheelchair cannot fit in the baggage compartment, the Tour Operator reserves the right not to issue a refund for the services.
- Due to unforeseen events such but not limited to Road Conditions, Mechanical Failures, Over Bookings, the Tour Operator reserves the right to hire a Tour Operat´s Affiliate and or Partner to provide transportation for a scheduled pickup. The service type and cost will be equal or greater from what the Client has paid. In such cases, the information provided to The Affiliate and or Partner it will be limited to the Client's name and contact phone number, arrival/departure flight information, and pickup/drop off information. In the event the Tour Operator sees the needs to use one of our Affiliate's and or Partners to provide a scheduled pick-up, the Tour Operator it will Not Charge the client any extra fees. These measures have to be in place to ensure that our clients do not get services interruptions or to avoid any unnecessary delays.
- Waiting time: Upon request, the tour/service operator may provide an additional waiting time if possible. Additional fees may apply.
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Lisbon 1755 Hearthquake Experience Tour?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-70058P310
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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What is the cancellation policy for the Private Lisbon 1755 Hearthquake Experience Tour?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Quake Museum and Virtual Experience admission.
- Lisbon Cathedral admission.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax).
- Castle Saint George admission.
- Convento do Carmo and Museum admission.
- Santa Luzia Miradouro.
The following is NOT included:
- Driver/Guide gratuities (tips) are not included.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Private Lisbon 1755 Hearthquake Experience Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Lisbon 1755 Hearthquake Experience Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Quake Museum and Virtual Experience admission.
- Lisbon Cathedral admission.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Castle Saint George admission.
- Convento do Carmo and Museum admission.
- Santa Luzia Miradouro.
- Driver/Guide gratuities (tips) are not included.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Luggage allowance, Extra/Oversize luggage or items: Your service includes only one (1) checked bag up to 50 lbs. and one (1) carry-on up to 20 lbs. It's the customer's responsibility to (1) ensure the Product option they have selected can accommodate their luggage plus the number of passengers, and (2) to inform the Tour/Service Operator if they have additional luggage, extra large/oversize luggage or items. If the customer fails to notify the Tour/Service Operator in regards these items; at the TourService Operator discretion, they can either request for a large or an additional vehicles (if one is available) at the Customers expenses in order to to accommodate the items listed outside the allowance given, and or charge an additional fee per the additional and or extra large/oversize luggage or items. Such fee should not be less than $15.00 per item nor over $25.00 per item
- Guests are responsible to ensure they have the proper safety gear when traveling with children. However, The Tour/Service Operator, upon request, will provide child seats for an additional fee.
- Guests are responsible to notify the Tour/Service for any delays. After the allocated waiting time, if no contact with the party, the Tour/Service Operator reserves the right to record the trip as a No-Show by the Guest. No-Shows are Not Refundable.
- In the event the Tour/Service Operator cannot accommodate the extra luggage, and or oversize-luggage, and or extra passengers that were not listed and or mentioned in the booking, the customer(s) have the option to either (1) request an addition vehicle from the Tour/Service Operator (if one is available) by making a new reservation and paid for the additional service/vehicle, (2) hire a third party to handle the additional luggage, oversize-luggage, and or extra customers. For safety, and or to prevent additional weight in the vehicle that will incur additional costs, the Tour/Service Operator reserves the right to refuse to carry the additional luggage, and or oversize-luggage, and or additional passengers that were not listed and or mentioned in the reservation. No refunds will be given for unused services.
- Luggage information: Carry-on bags: Have a maximum size of 22 in x 18 in x 10 in (56 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm), including handles, wheels, and side pockets. Also have a weight limit of 8kgs (or 17lbs.) Checked bags: Checked should have a maximum size of 62 linear in (length + width + depth) and a maximum weight of 23kgs. (or 50 lbs.) Bags that are overweight may incur additional charges or will not be allowed in the vehicle if it does not fit. Personal items: Personal items, such as purses, backpacks, and laptop bags, must fit under your seat or in your lap. They usually have a maximum size of 8 in x 18 in x 14 in. NOTICE: Inform the Tour Operator before you book your services, if you have extra luggage, and or oversized luggage, so the Tour Operator will suggest to you on the type of Product option you should select.
- Drivers are not allowed to collect payments onboard for the exception of tips. Any cash, or any other form payment made directly with the driver it will be considered tip/gratuities.
- The Tour Operator is not responsible for any items left in the vehicles; please ensure you have all your belongs upon exiting the vehicles. Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable.
- Collapsible wheelchairs/Scooter with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the Guest(s) is/are accompanied by someone who can assist them, board, disembark and disassemble/assemble the wheelchair/scooter. Please keep in mind that Wheelchairs/Scooters may not fit in a vehicle luggage compartment designated for 1-2 Passengers (Sedan), or 3-4 Passengers (Minivan). Due to the fact that Wheelchairs and or Scoters vary in Size, Shape, and Form. It is the Guest(s) responsibility to ensure that such items can fit on the selected vehicle and or passenger group. Due to liabilities, the driver is not allowed to assist in the disassembly/assembly of the wheelchair/scooter, nor assist the Guest(s) board or off-board the vehicle. The Tour Operator vehicles are Not equipped to provide Access/ADA services. In the event, that the wheelchair/scooter cannot fit in the baggage compartment, nor the Guest(s) have the ability to board the selected vehicle/service; the Tour Operator it will do their best to find an alternative service for the Guest(s) at their own costs. The Guest(s) understands that these costs will be in addition to their initial cost for the reservation. The Guest(s) as well understand that in the event that Tour Operator's driver cannot accommodate the Guest(s) due to their own ability to board, and/or off-board the vehicle, and or the scooter or wheelchair cannot fit in the baggage compartment, the Tour Operator reserves the right not to issue a refund for the services.
- Due to unforeseen events such but not limited to Road Conditions, Mechanical Failures, Over Bookings, the Tour Operator reserves the right to hire a Tour Operat´s Affiliate and or Partner to provide transportation for a scheduled pickup. The service type and cost will be equal or greater from what the Client has paid. In such cases, the information provided to The Affiliate and or Partner it will be limited to the Client's name and contact phone number, arrival/departure flight information, and pickup/drop off information. In the event the Tour Operator sees the needs to use one of our Affiliate's and or Partners to provide a scheduled pick-up, the Tour Operator it will Not Charge the client any extra fees. These measures have to be in place to ensure that our clients do not get services interruptions or to avoid any unnecessary delays.
- Waiting time: Upon request, the tour/service operator may provide an additional waiting time if possible. Additional fees may apply.
- Operated by a business
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