Walking Itinerary: Get Lost in Alfama
Discover Alfama on foot and catch sweeping views of the river and the city. All you need is some water and comfortable walking shoes for Lisbon’s steep paved cobblestone streets.
Best Hotels in Belém for Sightseeing
Belém is a good area to stay if you want to be near monuments, lush gardens and the River Tejo. It’s also quieter and less crowded than the city centre, but with easy access to public transport.
Lisbon in 3 Days – What to Do and See and Where to Eat
Do you have three days to see Lisbon? This is an itinerary especially designed for those planning three days in the Portuguese capital. It includes dinner at a fado restaurant and a must-do day trip to Sintra and Cascais.
Where to Stay in Parque das Nações – From Budget to Five Star Hotels
Parque das Nações represents the modern Lisbon, and is a great neighbourhood for those seeking quiet surroundings and outdoor activities. From budget to five-star hotels, here’s a selection for an unforgettable stay.
Eating in Príncipe Real – Top Restaurants
Príncipe Real is a residential neighbourhood north of Bairro Alto, known for its colourful palaces, nice squares and quiet gardens. It’s also an area filled with trendy restaurants. Here’s the definitive list of the best restaurants in Príncipe Real.
Best Hotels with a River View in Alfama
Fall asleep checking Lisbon’s rooftops, admiring the Tejo, and listening to Fado. For an unforgettable stay, choose one of the best hotels in the middle of the old Alfama with the perfect river view.
What to Eat & Drink and Where – Lisbon Specialties
Lisbon is filled with new-wave Portuguese restaurants, old establishments serving classic dishes, and several bars. Find out what are the city’s main specialties, and where to sample them.
Planning a Day Trip to Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Guincho & Cascais
Sintra and Cascais make the perfect day trip from Lisbon. From Sintra, venture onward to Cabo da Roca and see the westernmost point in mainland Europe. Then visit the stunning Ursa and Guincho Beaches, and finish off in Cascais.
Getting from Lisbon to Porto by Train, Bus, Plane and Car
For a day trip or a longer stay, use these travel directions to get from Lisbon to Porto. Set aside the Rio Douro, Porto is Portugal’s second city. Its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Centre.
Lisbon’s Bike Hire System – How it Works
Discover Gira, Lisbon’s bike rental system. Use it to get to local attractions, or to ride along the riverfront. There are e-bikes available to help cycling Lisbon’s vertiginous cobbled streets.
Lisbon Areas
Even though Lisbon is not a large city, it has many fascinating attractions to explore scattered over a few areas. Discover Lisbon with our guides to the best Lisbon neighbourhoods.
Top Attractions in Marquês de Pombal and Beyond
Get to know Marquês do Pombal and adjoining neigbourhoods. Follow our guide to discover an area that has the largest park in central Lisbon, an impressive aqueduct, a museum with one of Europe’s richest art collections, as well as other, often overlooked, attractions.