Alfama Fado Night
Lose yourselves in the soul of Portuguese music
Your Evening Timeline
Fado Museum Visit
Museu do Fado
€5 entry
Begin with context about fado's history and the Portuguese concept of 'saudade' - the deep longing that defines it.
Address: Largo do Chafariz de Dentro 1, Alfama
Audio guide is excellent. The museum shop has great fado CDs.
Wine at Tasca do Chico
Tasca do Chico
€15-20 for wine and snacks
This tiny tasca has impromptu fado - locals sometimes stand up and sing. Get a glass of Douro red and soak in the atmosphere.
Address: Rua dos Remédios 83, Alfama
Arrive early for a seat. Silence when someone sings - it's respectful.
Traditional Dinner at Ponto Final
Ponto Final
€35-50 for two
Take the ferry across to Cacilhas for dinner at this legendary waterfront restaurant. Stunning views of Lisbon across the river.
Address: Rua do Ginjal 72, Cacilhas
The ferry ride is part of the romance. Try the grilled dourada or robalo.
Professional Fado at Sr. Vinho
Sr. Vinho
€35-50 cover + drinks
Booking requiredReturn to Lisbon for fado at the renowned Sr. Vinho. Owner Maria da Fé is a fado legend. The emotion is overwhelming.
Address: Rua do Meio à Lapa 18, Lapa
Book ahead - it fills up. The late show (after 10pm) is more intense.
Booking Checklist
- •Book Sr. Vinho 2-3 days ahead
- •Check ferry times (runs until 11pm)
- •Everything else is walk-in
Weather Backup
All venues are indoors - perfect for rainy evenings
Estimated Total
€100-180