Traditional Fado & Port Wine in Lisbon: Live Performance

Fado singers perform without microphones in a room small enough to hear every note.

A live Fado performance in Lisbon's Baixa Chiado district features two local singers accompanied by traditional Portuguese and classic guitars, with a complimentary glass of port wine. The 50-minute show plays daily at 6pm in an intimate, microphone-free venue where you arrive 10 minutes early and sit on a first-come, first-served basis. An informative video section provides context on Fado's history and the Portuguese guitar before the performance begins.

Step-by-step itinerary

Traditional Fado music and Port wine

• Arrive at Fado music house
• Watch informative Fado video
• Enjoy live Fado performance
• Drink complimentary glass of Port wine

The experience

What makes this different from a concert hall is the room itself. Lisboa em Fado, located at Rua do Crucifixo 84 in Baixa Chiado, seats a small group in close quarters with the performers: no amplification, no stage distance, no separation between you and the music. The Fado artists deliver two sets of soul-stirring songs that trace Portugal's history and emotional landscape, accompanied by the distinctive sound of the Portuguese guitar. You'll hear the instrument's fingerpicking and the singers' voices the way they were meant to be heard.

The show runs 50 minutes and starts at 6pm daily. Arrive 10 minutes early. Seating is first-come, first-served, so earlier arrival means better sightlines. Before the performance, a short video explains Fado's origins and significance, giving context to what you're about to hear. A glass of port wine or juice comes with your ticket, a nod to Lisbon's wine tradition and a way to settle into the experience.

The venue asks for absolute silence during the show: no flash photography, no phones, no side conversation. This is the trade-off that makes the intimacy possible. Children are welcome from age 4 onward. The space is wheelchair accessible, and public transportation stops are nearby. Your ticket is digital. Download it from the confirmation email and bring it to the door for scanning.

What’s included

• Entry ticket to Lisboa em Fado.
• live Fado performance by two local singers with Portuguese and classic guitars.
• informative video on Fado history and the Portuguese guitar.
• complimentary glass of port wine or juice.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 15:00, the last at 21:00

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPublic transport nearby

Operated by Lisboa em Fado

Is this one for you?At 50 minutes, the show fits neatly into an evening without consuming your whole night. Arrive at 5:50pm and you're free by 7pm for dinner elsewhere in Lisbon. The intimate setting and no-microphone format demand silence and stillness, so this works best if you come ready to listen rather than to multitask or move around.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (4 to 11 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What language is the Fado performance in?

The show is conducted in both English and Portuguese, so a basic understanding of either language helps you follow the songs and their meaning.

Can I take photos or videos during the performance?

Flash photography and video recording are not permitted, so you'll experience the show without the distraction of screens around you.

What time does the Fado show start and how long does it last?

The performance begins at 6pm daily and runs for 50 minutes, leaving your evening open before or after.

Is the venue accessible by wheelchair?

Yes, Lisboa em Fado is fully wheelchair accessible, with all areas and surfaces accommodating wheelchairs and accessible public transportation nearby.

What's included with the ticket?

Entry to the venue, a live Fado performance by two singers with traditional Portuguese guitars, a short informative video on Fado history, and a complimentary glass of port wine or juice are all included.