How to Overthrow a Dictator
Follow the Carnation Revolution.
"25 de Abril Sempre! Fascismo nunca mais!" "25th of April Forever! Fascism never again!"
On the 25th of April, 1974 the Portuguese people threw off their shackles. With what became known as the “Carnation Revolution,” they flooded the streets and overthrew the oldest fascist dictatorship in Europe. At the time, they did not know what would happen, but they had had enough of nightmarish oppression at home and colonial wars abroad.
Now, over fifty years later, this day stands as the most important in modern Portuguese history. As fascism rears its ugly head across the world once more, it is important to learn about its previous iterations, and what led up to its downfall. Walk in the footsteps of the revolution on our Carnation Revolution History Tour.
Tour Highlights
- Visit the most important sites of the Carnation Revolution in Lisbon.
- See the squares captured in famous photographs where the public marched and demanded the overthrow of the dictator.
- Tour the Museu do Aljube: Lisbon’s memorial museum of Resistance and Liberty.*
- Visit the former headquarters of the secret police to honor those who lost their lives.
- Hear the songs that launched the revolution, and the testimonials of the people who were there.
* Please note that the Museu do Aljube contains depictions and frank discussions of the abuses of the dictatorship on the Portuguese people and may not be suitable for everyone.
An All-inclusive Private Tour
- Carnation Revolution History Tour Length: 4 hours.
- A private half-day fully-guided tour by a professional historian.
- Entry tickets for all sites.
Accessibility
Portugal can be challenging for people with mobility accessibility needs. We’re more than happy to tailor our tours in whatever ways we can. Click here for more information.
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