“Two Wonderful Days in Portugal with Marisa”

Spending a day in Lisbon and a day in Évora with Marisa was a highlight of our trip to Portugal. She is a knowledgeable, engaging guide and a warm, generous person who made both days feel personal rather than scripted. Day 1 – Lisbon. We began at São Jorge Castle, where Marisa set the stage for Lisbon’s layered history, then walked with us through Graça and Alfama. She brought the old neighborhoods to life, from the city’s Moorish roots to the 1755 earthquake, and knew just where to pause for the best views over the rooftops and river. Day 2 – Évora. Our day in Évora was equally memorable. Marisa traced the city’s remarkable history, from its Celtic beginnings through the Roman, Moorish, and Christian eras, as we visited Praça do Giraldo, the Roman Temple, the Cathedral, the University, and the unforgettable Chapel of Bones. What set Marisa apart was her generosity. She spent far more time with us than our tours called for and never rushed us. She helped my wife find high-quality gifts for our family, steering us to a sardine shop that wasn’t a tourist trap and to beautiful ceramics in Évora. She was also open and honest about how people actually live in Portugal, which deepened our understanding of the culture. And at the end of our long day in Évora, she took us to a lovely wine bar and treated us to a glass of wine, a gesture we won’t forget. We recommend Marisa without reservation. She is knowledgeable, patient, warm, and genuinely cares about the people she guides. If you have the chance to tour with her, don’t hesitate. You will leave with wonderful memories and a real feel for Portugal and its people.

Marisa F.

(24 reviews)

Oh my God. This is the most beautiful review i ever received. I can't express enough my gratitude. Thank you!!!

“Incredible Tour and Guide”

We only had three days in Lisbon and hoped to get a good sense of the city and area. This tour with Marisa was a spectacular look and lesson about Portugal, Lisbon and Sintra. Her knowledge of the area was amazing and, even better, she put things in cultural context. Marisa is a great guide and you see and learn a lot on the drive to Sintra. Peña Palace is an amazing palace and she breathes life into it as she shares its history. The Palace and grounds afford amazing views. Just to note there are a lot of stairs and steps so a tour of the palace is not appropriate for those with mobility challenges. Sintra, itself, is beautiful and absolutely charming. We are so glad we did this tour with Marisa and were left with an appreciation of Lisbon and desire to return again. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an educational tour.

Marisa F.

(24 reviews)

Thank you só much. Full of stairs but you made it!!!!!!!

“I had magnificent moments.”

Being with Marisa on the beautiful streets that went up, then down, and were full of history, is truly a blessing. The entire history of this wonderful city was unfolded to me through warm and lively words, as I walked alongside this soul who seemed to live through HISTORY. It was as if I lived today, the times long gone, thanks to Marisa's talent and knowledge. I highly recommend Marisa if you want to feel like you met the ancestors of those places and the events that took place here. Thank you once again.

Marisa F.

(24 reviews)

Thank you so much for joining me! It was a pleasure.