Lisbon Beer Bike Tour: Riverside, 25th of April Bridge & Christ the King

Summary

Group laughter, riverside breeze and Lisbon’s icons by pedal

You’ll pedal along Lisbon’s riverside with friends (or strangers who might become friends), sipping fresh beer as you pass landmarks like MAAT, Monument to the Discoveries, and under the 25th of April Bridge. Expect laughter, music drifting from locals nearby, and plenty of time to soak up those big city views—with cold beer included.

What’s the experience like?

“Don’t worry—if you spill, it just means you’re having fun!” That’s what our guide João shouted when someone (okay, me) managed to slosh half a pint while we tried to pedal in sync. We started near the Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology—MAAT, locals call it—and right away I could smell that salty river air mixing with something yeasty from the tap. The sun was out but not too hot, which felt lucky for Lisbon in July. Our group was mostly travelers but João kept calling out to people walking past in Portuguese, making them laugh or wave back at us. I liked that he didn’t treat us like tourists—just a bunch of people out for a weird ride.

I wasn’t sure about the whole “beer bike” thing at first (it sounded like something you’d regret after), but honestly? It was just pure silliness. You get these moments where everyone tries to pedal together and then someone gets distracted by the view—suddenly we’re all drifting sideways and laughing so hard we can barely breathe. The Monument to the Discoveries looked huge up close, almost glowing against the sky. Someone pointed out Christ the King across the water, arms wide open. There’s this part under the 25th of April Bridge where it gets loud—the metal rattles overhead and you have to shout your story just to be heard. I think that’s when it hit me how much I needed a day like this.

We stopped for a second near some street musicians playing fado—João tried to explain what they were singing about but got distracted pouring another round (he said “Lisbon is always thirsty”). I tasted my beer again—cold, kind of floral? Or maybe that was just the wind carrying something from a café nearby. Anyway, there’s no pressure to drink fast or even drink much; one guy in our group just had juice and still ended up leading our off-key singalong as we rolled past MAAT again. I still think about that view down the river with everyone’s voices echoing around us.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Lisbon Riverside Beer Bike Tour

• Meet at meeting point
• Pass by MAAT museum
• Pass by Museu da Electricidade
• Pass by Padrão dos Descobrimentos
• Pass by Ponte Salazar
• Enjoy view of Christ the King

Top questions

Is beer included on the Lisbon beer bike tour?

Yes, fresh beer is included on tap throughout your ride.

Where does the Lisbon beer bike tour start?

The tour starts near MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology.

Is this beer bike experience suitable for children?

Infants and small children can join; specialized seats are available for them.

Do I need to be fit to join this Lisbon beer bike tour?

The activity is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Are there any major landmarks on this route?

You’ll pass MAAT, Monument to the Discoveries, 25th of April Bridge, and see Christ the King across the river.

Is public transport nearby for after the tour?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to both start and end points.

Can wheelchair users join this activity?

The Lisbon beer bike tour is wheelchair accessible.

What’s included

Your day includes fresh beer on tap as you pedal along Lisbon’s riverside with a local guide leading your group past iconic spots like MAAT, Monument to the Discoveries and under 25th of April Bridge—with plenty of laughs before returning where you started.