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Lisbon, Portugal

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Bike tours in Lisbon

A bike tour covers more of Lisbon than walking, at a pace where you still see it. The most comfortable months are May–June and September, with highs around 77°F (25°C) and about 4 rainy days a month.

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Lisbon neighbourhoods

The city's main districts, a good way to choose a route or a theme:

Baixa
The grand grid of streets rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake, down to the river.
Bairro Alto
Hilltop lanes that fill with bars and crowds at night.
Alfama
The oldest quarter: steep alleys, the castle and fado houses.
Belém
The Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower and the original custard-tart bakery.
Parque das Nações
Modern riverside district with the Oceanarium and cable car.

How to pick a good bike tour

  1. E-bikes make hilly cities easy and are usually worth the small extra cost.
  2. Ask whether helmets are included and whether the route uses bike lanes or shared streets.
  3. Look for groups of 12 or fewer, so the guide can stop where there's room to gather.
  4. Morning tours are cooler and quieter on the roads.

Lisbon month by month

Averages for Lisbon, 1991–2020.

MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F (°C)59 (15)62 (16)66 (19)69 (20)74 (23)79 (26)83 (28)84 (29)80 (27)73 (23)65 (18)60 (15)
Low °F (°C)47 (9)48 (9)52 (11)54 (12)58 (14)62 (17)65 (18)66 (19)64 (18)60 (15)53 (12)49 (9)
Rainy days108886211491010
Sunset (15th)5:39 pm6:14 pm6:43 pm8:13 pm8:41 pm9:03 pm9:01 pm8:32 pm7:46 pm6:59 pm5:24 pm5:16 pm

Questions

When is the best time for bike tours in Lisbon?

May–June and September. Expect highs around 77°F (25°C) and about 4 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are January and December.

Where can I book bike tours in Lisbon?

The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.

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