Lisbon travel guide

Updated by Sergio 2 days ago

 

Before You Travel

Bookings needed & things you can prepare in advance to make the most of your time once in Lisbon

Tickets & activities you NEED to book in advance


The huge majority of travelers visit the following attractions. They need …

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Pick your Transfers & Transport Cards


There are different ways to get from Portela international aiport …

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Other recommended arrangements


Book your tours, guides & activities: the best tours …

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Top Things To Do

Top things to do in Lisbon for someone who comes for the first time

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Eduardo VII Park

The Eduardo VII Park is a public park that has different attractions, like 3 greenhouses where there are…

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Torre de Belém

The Belém Tower was originally built as a defense tower, but throughout the years it changed its funct…

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Marquess of Pombal - Marquês de Pombal

The Marquis of Pombal square is located at the end of Avenida da Liberdade. It has a statue in its centr…

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Monument of Discoveries - Padrão dos Descobrimentos

The Padrão dos Descobrimentos monument - in English 'Monument of Discoveries'- is located in B…

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Liberty Avenue - Av. da Liberdade

The Liberty Avenue is the main avenue of the city. It's full of designer shops, restaurants and trendy ba…

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Jerónimos Monastery

Jerónimos Monastery is a religious building that was built between 1501 and the 17th century. It was b…

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Lisbon Itineraries

Free itineraries to help you plan your days in Lisbon

Love Your Trip

Our selection of Services & Activites to make your trip even better

Food & Drink

Our selection of dishes, activities & places you must taste

Tailored Travel Planning

Plan your trip with a Local Hero that will create tailored daily itineraries based on your budget, dates, age, interests or anything you're dreaming to experience

Nightlife

Top things to do and places to go to party in Lisbon with your friends

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Bairro Alto Nightlife

Bairro Alto neighbourhood is one of the best areas of the city to start the night at, it has some of the best…

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Alfama Nightlife

The nightlife in Alfama neighbourhood is often calmer, but you should also try to avoid the tourist traps, so…

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Cais do Sodré Nightlife

Cais do Sodré Nightlife has become popular in recent years. Rua do Carvalho, known as 'Pink Street…

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Bar Entretanto

This bar is said to be one of the best rooftop bars in Lisbon.

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Opening hours: every day fr…

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Memmo Alfama

The Memmo Alfama is a hotel that has a rooftop bar with views of the famous Alfama neighbourhood. It has an o…

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Lux-Frágil

Lux is Lisbon's most famous nightclub. They have famous DJs, theme parties almost every week and a terrac…

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Families

Top things to do in Lisbon with kids: Activities and places for the whole family

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Oceanario de Lisboa

The Oceanario de Lisboa is the largest indoor aquarium in Europe, with 8,000 sea creatures fro…

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Telecabine Lisboa - Teleférico do Parque da Nações

The Telecabine Lisboa, also known as 'Teleférico do Parque da Nações',…

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Pavilion of Knowledge - Pavilhão do Conhecimento

The Pavilion of Knowledge is a scientific and technological museum that has lots of rooms with…

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Lisbon Zoo

The Lisbon Zoo is home to around 2.000 animals of nearly 300 different species, including dolphins,…

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Castle of St. George - Castelo de San Jorge

The Castle of St. George is located on top of the São Jorge hill, on one of the highest…

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Santa Justa Lift

The Santa Justa Lift is an elevator that takes passengers up a hill from the Baixa neighbourhood to Largo do …

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Need To Know

Practical information & general advice to prepare your trip

Introduction


Welcome to Lisbon!

This city is Europe's second oldest capital, …

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Dangers & precautions


Lisbon is one of the safest capitals in Europe but …

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Local opening times


Shops tend to open from 9:00 or 10:00 to 18:00 …

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How to Move around


The best way to move around the city is walking …

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Events

Shows, festivals, traditions, markets, concerts or cultural exhibitions

Tailored Travel Planning

Plan your trip with a Local hero that will create tailored daily itineraries based on your interests and needs

Uniq Guides

Squeeze your time, discover hidden gems, eat & drink where locals do

About the author

Sergio

Hello! I'm Sergi and I'm from Sabadell. I'm in love with this city and willing to show you all the different activities around here!!

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Reviews

Lindsey Viscomi

I didn't end up following all of his suggestions but I appreciated the thorough list of options and the detail he provided with quick turnaround.


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