Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon

Portugal · 20 m

Description

Lisbon (Lisboa) is the vibrant capital of Portugal and a captivating blend of history, culture, and Mediterranean lifestyle. Stretching across several hills along the Tagus River, the city is known for historic neighborhoods such as Alfama, Baixa, and Belém, its iconic trams, intricate azulejo tiles, and spectacular viewpoints. Lisbon combines Portuguese traditions with a diverse culinary and cultural scene, the distinctive sounds of Fado, and architecture ranging from medieval streets to grand historic landmarks. As Portugal’s cultural and economic center, the city is also an important gateway to the country and a natural starting point for exploring the Atlantic coast.

Length of stay

Recommended length of stay: 3 to 8 days (optimal 5 days)

Travel season

Best time to visit: May – June or September

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Highlights

  1. Alfama District
  2. Jerónimos Monastery (UNESCO)
  3. Belém Tower (UNESCO)
  4. Sintra historic center & Pena Palace(Day trip)
  5. São Jorge Castle
  6. Cabo da Roca(Day trip)
  7. Tram 28
  8. Praça do Comércio
  9. Quinta da Regaleira(Day trip)
  10. Miradouros of Lisbon
  11. Baixa & Rossio Square
  12. Santa Justa Lift
  13. Cascais old town & coastline(Day trip)
  14. Lisbon Cathedral
  15. Bairro Alto nightlife
  16. Pastéis de Belém
  17. Time Out Market Lisboa
  18. Costa da Caparica beaches(Day trip)
  19. Monument to the Discoveries
  20. MAAT - Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology
  21. Moorish Castle in Sintra(Day trip)
  22. National Tile Museum
  23. Calouste Gulbenkian Museum
  24. Lisbon Oceanarium
  25. São Roque Church
  26. Arco da Rua Augusta
  27. Cristo Rei(Day trip)
  28. Chiado District
  29. LX Factory
  30. Fado in Alfama
  31. Tagus River boat cruise
  32. Boca do Inferno(Day trip)
  33. Rua Augusta
  34. Praça da Figueira
  35. Carmo Convent ruins
  36. Igreja de Santa Maria de Belém
  37. Belém Cultural Center
  38. Berardo Collection Museum
  39. Ajuda National Palace
  40. Monserrate Palace(Day trip)
  41. Estrela Basilica
  42. Estrela Garden
  43. São Pedro de Alcântara Viewpoint
  44. Santa Catarina Viewpoint
  45. Portas do Sol Viewpoint
  46. Graça Viewpoint
  47. Senhora do Monte Viewpoint
  48. São Vicente de Fora Monastery
  49. National Pantheon
  50. Feira da Ladra flea market
  51. Campo de Santa Clara
  52. Rua da Bica & Bica Funicular
  53. Pink Street
  54. Cais do Sodré
  55. Ribeira das Naus promenade
  56. Eduardo VII Park
  57. Monsanto Forest Park
  58. Parque das Nações
  59. Vasco da Gama Tower
  60. Padrão dos Descobrimentos riverside
  61. Docas de Santo Amaro
  62. Tapada das Necessidades
  63. Palácio Fronteira
  64. Roman Theatre Museum
  65. Lisbon Story Centre
  66. Museum of the Orient
  67. National Coach Museum
  68. Museum of Ancient Art
  69. National Museum of Contemporary Art
  70. Fado Museum
  71. Calçada Portuguesa in Lisbon
  72. Oceanário waterfront cable car

Getting there

Airports:
LIS
Train stations:
Lisboa Oriente
Seaport:
Reachable by ship or ferry

Map view

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