Fado Evening in Alfama
Lisbon, Portugal
About This Activity
Spend an evening immersed in fado, Portugal's hauntingly beautiful traditional music, in the atmospheric Alfama neighborhood where it was born. Listen to fadistas (fado singers) perform in intimate taverns, accompanied by Portuguese guitar. Many venues include dinner with traditional dishes and local wine.
Seasonal note: Year-round; authentic casas de fado (A Baiuca, Mesa de Frades) peak Thu–Sat nights. Book ahead May–September when venues fill weeks in advance.
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