Fado in Chiado Show

About this experience

Fado in Chiado is a live fado performance held in the Chiado district of Lisbon, one of the city's most central and historically layered neighbourhoods. The show has run for over 15 years and presents fado in its traditional form: a lead vocalist supported by the acoustic viola and the Portuguese guitarra, the teardrop-shaped instrument whose twelve steel strings give fado its characteristic resonance. The performance lasts 50 minutes and is fully accessible to wheelchair users. The programme focuses on the music itself rather than a dining format, so the 50-minute set is dedicated entirely to the vocal and instrumental performance. Fado repertoire typically moves between saudade-driven ballads and more rhythmically driven pieces, with singers drawing on both classic and contemporary material in the tradition. No food or beverages are included, keeping the attention on the music. Tickets cover entry to the show only; guests wishing to eat or drink before or after will find the Chiado neighbourhood well supplied with cafes and restaurants. For a broader look at what the city offers, see things to do in Lisbon Sintra alongside this performance.

What is included

• Fado show

Not included

• Food and beverages

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.