Tuk Tuk: the best way to sightsee Lisbon

For 10 years the Tuk Tuk companies have grown into large dimensions so much so that it has become part of Lisbon's day to day life. Everywhere you go, a Tuk Tuk is always there and ready to show you the city’s wonders.

Sardinha do Bairro at the Portas do Sol viewpoint // Mariana Serrano

Lisbon’s reputation as the go-to cosmopolitan place to visit in Europe has been growing over the past few years. Lisbon’s popularity can be attributed to many factors, but a combination of wealthy history, majestic monuments, resonating culture and rich, flavoursome food might just be the formula tourists all around the world have been looking for.

The beautiful view of the Portas do Sol viewpoint // Mariana Serrano

But the Portuguese capital city is also very large and busy. Despite its good public transport connections, walking is the best way to truly experience Lisbon's beauty. So, if you would like to get to know Lisbon without wearing out your legs and muscles, the quirky Tuk Tuk might be your best option!

The very welcoming Sardinha do Bairro’s Tuk Tuk // Mariana Serrano

Sardinha do Bairro is a 5 year old company that specializes in sightseeing tours, including Tuk Tuk tours. Lisbon is known for its viewpoints and its seven hills and Sardinha do Bairro is always ready to help you reach every single one of them, as well as any other Lisbon’s interesting and beautiful locations.

The wonderful close to 360º view from the Senhora do Monte viewpoint // Mariana Serrano

The truth is that it’s capacity to take you anywhere including places that are harder to reach is very appealing to anyone, even to the city locals that, knowing the city map by heart, still get amazed by the landscapes, landmarks and the stories that come with them.

Written by Beatriz Figueira

Reporters: Beatriz Figueira and Mariana Serrano