Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon

Hills, yellow trams and tiled facades above the Tagus river.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

3 days in Lisbon

Day 1

  1. MorningRide tram 28 up through the Alfama to the São Jorge Castle.
  2. AfternoonVisit Belém for the monastery, the tower and the original pastéis de nata.
  3. EveningWatch the sunset from a miradouro, then hear fado in the Alfama.

Day 2

Visit the LX Factory or take the train to Sintra or Cascais.

Day 3

Explore Príncipe Real and the Bairro Alto, visit the Gulbenkian Museum and its garden, and end with dinner at the Time Out Market or in Cais do Sodré.

What to eat

Pastéis de nata, bifanas pork sandwiches and grilled sardines.

Local tips

Make the most of Lisbon

Beat the crowds

Tram 28 is packed from mid-morning; ride it early. Belém is busiest midday.

Best photo spot

The Miradouro da Senhora do Monte for the widest view, and the Alfama rooftops at sunset.

Getting there

Lisbon is hilly: use trams, funiculars and the metro. The metro runs from the airport.

Don't miss nearby

Sintra and Cascais are both about 40 minutes by train.

Good to know

Watch out for pickpockets on trams. Wear shoes with grip: the stone pavements are slippery.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Lisbon

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Plan your visit

Getting to Lisbon

Getting there

  • Lisbon Airport (LIS)7 km away
  • Coimbra175 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryPortugal

Questions

Lisbon: good to know

Is Lisbon worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns, food and the coast. Hills, yellow trams and tiled facades above the Tagus river.

How many days do you need in Lisbon?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 3-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Lisbon?

You can visit all year. Tram 28 is packed from mid-morning; ride it early. Belém is busiest midday.

How do you get to Lisbon?

The nearest airport is Lisbon Airport (LIS), about 7 km away. Lisbon is hilly: use trams, funiculars and the metro. The metro runs from the airport.

What is there to see near Lisbon?

Nearby hidden places include Sintra (23 km), Cascais (25 km) and Nazaré (98 km).

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