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3-Hour Second World War Refugees and Spies Walking Tour in Lisbon
3-Hour Second World War Refugees and Spies Walking Tour in Lisbon
3-Hour Second World War Refugees and Spies Walking Tour in Lisbon
3-Hour Second World War Refugees and Spies Walking Tour in Lisbon
3-Hour Second World War Refugees and Spies Walking Tour in Lisbon

3-Hour Second World War Refugees and Spies Walking Tour in Lisbon

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Overview

Take a deep dive into the history of the war and the neutrality of Lisbon with our 3-hour walking tour. During the Second World War, Portugal was under the dictatorship of António Oliveira Salazar and remained neutral during the conflict. Between 1932 and 1945, the country, particularly Lisbon, received thousands of refugees looking to escape the war and Nazi persecution, waiting for a visa to leave Europe. During those years, Lisbon became the „waiting room” or sad paradise” for the refugees but was also one of the many stages of international espionage. Spies of different nationalities, including British, German, and American, roamed the city and its surroundings under the surveillance of the Portuguese political police. On this guided tour, we highlight the policy of the Estado Novo towards the refugees and glimpse the shadow of the various spies that crossed the city. Come with us and discover the fascinating role of Lisbon between refugees and spies during the Second world war.

Activity location

  • Praca Marques do Pombal
    • Avenida da Liberdade, Rotunda
    • Lisbon, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Praça Marquês de Pombal 12
    • 12 Praça Marquês de Pombal
    • 1050-045, Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

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  • What's includedWhat's includedGuide fee
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSnacks

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Praca Marques do Pombal
  • 20m
One of the major meeting points in Lisbon, where the old town meets the modern Lisbon. Our route starts hear next to the Monument to Marquês de Pombal. This where we find the location of the Hotel Aviz, at the time, one of the most renowned hotels in the capital. Crossing the avenue we find the pensions and assistance organisations that helped the refugees in a strange land.
Avenida da Liberdade
  • 20m
Opened at the end of the 19th century, this large avenue was home to several hotels during the Second World War
Praca dos Restauradores
  • 20m
Famous for the monument celebrating the end of Spanish monarchy over the Portuguese throne, this square used to house several cinemas. Cinema was both entertainment but also the opportunity to pass on propaganda from both sides of the war
Rossio Train Station
  • 15m
Built in the late 1800s, it was once the international train station, where several refugees arrived
Rua do Carmo
  • 15m
Pedestrian street with several traditional stores
Cais do Sodre Train Station
  • 20m
very close to the river, several bars and brothels were the perfect spot to recruit agents and get information about naval activities.
Chiado
  • 20m
The elegant district of city of Lisbon, with several shops but also the seat of the political police during the Dictatorship of Salazar
Rossio Square
  • 20m
The heart of Lisbon with several cafés and hotels where the refugees waited for good news and visa.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPraca Marques do Pombal
    • Avenida da Liberdade, Rotunda
    • Lisbon, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPraça Marquês de Pombal 12
    • 12 Praça Marquês de Pombal
    • 1050-045, Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

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