Highlights of Lisbon: Fado Murder Mystery in Alfama
Lisbon, Portugal. The soulful melodies of fado still echo through the narrow streets of Alfama—but one voice has gone silent. Teresa do Carmo, legendary singer and icon of the neighborhood, has vanished without a trace. As a private investigator, it’s up to you to uncover the truth behind her disappearance… and possible murder.
Was it a jealous lover? A rival singer? Or something more sinister hiding in the shadows of the old city?
Walk through Alfama’s winding alleys, solve clues at real-world locations, and meet suspicious characters who might know more than they let on. This is more than a quest—it’s a journey through Lisbon’s soul. Grab your friends or family and dive into a thrilling mystery where music, passion, and danger intertwine.
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Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Highlights
Learn about fado, the musical spirit of the Portuguese
Discover amazing places in the old town
Find the Diamond House
Storyline
You are a Private Investigator in charge of solving the mysterious disappearance - and possible murder - of Teresa do Carmo.
She is a famous fado singer, known as one of the Seven Grand Wonders of Alfama. You do suspect foul play, a crime of passion. Teresa do Carmo had a bohemian reputation, and maybe one of her lovers did the bad deed.
Follow clues to trace the places where the “Fadista” was last seen and solve this mystery. Dive deep into Alfama’s neighbourhood and meet eccentric natives and tourists - everyone is a suspect!
Along your journey, you will feel the peril, the excitement, and wonder as you traverse seven grand wonders that only exist in the heart of Lisbon.
Are you ready?
Experience's route
Starting point Portal da nossa senhora da conceição velha
Rua da Alfândega 108, 1100-585 Lisboa, PortugalFinish point Cais das Colunas
Praça do Comércio, Lisboa, PortugalPlaces you will visit
11
It will take you
95-125 mins
You will walk
4470 steps
Total distance
3.4 km
Places to visit
You will discover interesting places along the route of the experience.
Casa dos Bicos / José Saramago Foundation
National Pantheon
Church of São Vicente of Fora
Portal da Nossa Senhora da Conceição Velha
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
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Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English, Spanish, Portuguese