Top things to do in Lisbon
Attractions, tours and activities in Lisbon
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Lisbon: the city's best neighbourhoods
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Baixa / Chiado
0.2 miles from city centre
Welcome to Old Lisbon. Baixa’s pedestrian streets exude a charm of yesteryear, with expansive Praça do Comércio embodying Lisbon’s 18th-century grandeur. From there, head uphill to Chiado for a coffee in poet Fernando Pessoa’s old haunt, A Brasileira. Or take the gloriously old-school Santa Justa Elevator up to the roofless beauty of Carmo Convent.
Places to stay from £8 per night
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Lisbon City Centre
In the city centre
There’s so much going on in the city centre, it’s hard to know where to start. Baixa impresses with its architecture and Chiado enchants with its sophistication. Bairro Alto offers night owls a shindig with a view and Avenida Liberdade brims with designer shops. And for a taste of ordinary Lisboeta life, head to the residential streets of Saldanha.
Places to stay from £6 per night
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Belem
3.7 miles from city centre
Hail the Age of Discovery! Belém is jam-packed with opulent buildings from Portugal’s golden era, when her explorers ruled the waves. Stand agog at Jerónimos Monastery’s stunning stonework, replete with maritime motifs saluting Vasco da Gama and company. Then set a course for the unique Belém Tower, jutting out into the Tagus like a caravel of old.
Places to stay from £6 per night
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Parque das Nacoes
4.5 miles from city centre
A classic for a Sunday stroll. The steel curves and glistening glass of Parque das Nacoes are a far cry from central Lisbon’s old-world splendour. Follow the riverside boardwalk past the array of new-fangled buildings and sculptures. Give your taste buds a fishy treat at a waterfront eatery before feasting your eyes on marine life in the outstanding Oceanarium.
Places to stay from £24 per night
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Bairro Alto
0.4 miles from city centre
Bairro Alto has something of the Jekyll and Hyde about it. Climb the quaint cobbles during the day and you’d never guess what night-time antics go on here. The narrow streets fill with revellers who spill out of overflowing bars, plastic cups in hand. Catch the sunset from Park Bar’s terrace before ducking into the maze of watering holes. “Saúde”!
Places to stay from £9 per night
About Lisbon
Including tips for the best time to visit Lisbon
Perched on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, Lisbon is one of its most enchanting cities. Walk through any one of its cobblestone streets and there's a good chance you'll come across some traditional fado music or pastelarias serving fresh pastéis de nata (custard tarts). The old-fashioned tram 28 is one of the last of its kind still operating in the city, and provides a unique way to the popular districts of Graça, Alfama, Baixa and Estrela.
The central district of Bairro Alto is a great place to try out some of the local cuisine the capital is famous for. Try some bacalhau à Brás (shredded cod with onions, eggs and potatoes) or cozido à portuguesa (a typical stew).
To take in a blend of history and panoramic sights, pay a visit to the ancient castle of São Jorge and the Santa Justa Lift. Lisbon is also home to Ponte Vasco da Gama – the longest bridge in Europe – and the sister bridge of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, Ponte 25 de Abril.
Lisbon is renowned for its surfing spots like Carcavelos and Costa da Caparica, with many offering long sandy beaches.
Tonight
From £89 per night
This weekend
From £214 per night
Next weekend
From £103 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | € 10 = £8.60 |
| Language | Portuguese |
| Average weekend price | £94 per night |
| Average weekday price | £97 per night |
| Typical stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Lisbon
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Lisbon
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Rossio
In the city centre
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Marques de Pombal
1 miles from city centre
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Adamastor
0.6 miles from city centre
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Luz Football Stadium
3.7 miles from city centre
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Carmo Convent
0.1 miles from city centre
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Belem Tower
4.4 miles from city centre
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Vasco da Gama Tower
4.9 miles from city centre
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Praca da Figueira
0.1 miles from city centre
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Commerce Square
0.4 miles from city centre
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Belem Cultural Center
4 miles from city centre
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Lisbon reviews
What other travellers say about Lisbon
Being more nature-ocean-country kind of type, we left only...
5 July 2022
Being more nature-ocean-country kind of type, we left only half a day to visit Lisbon. The capital definitely deserves more attention. We visited Time Out market, Alfama district, Parca do Comercio. All very nice. Since it was Sunday and afternoon we missed museums.
Could be a beautiful city but it’s very run down.
4 July 2022
Could be a beautiful city but it’s very run down. Such a shame as there’s graffiti everywhere and very dirty. The charm gets lost in the ugliness and dirty buildings, unfortunately. But the food- AMAZING. Come to Lisbon just for the food!
Very nice!
3 July 2022
Very nice! I really loved the tiles and the streetart you could find everywhere! The city is really nice! I walked around Belem, Bairro Alto, Alfama, Mouraria and of course Baixo Chaido! We were also in Cascais, but if you want to go to a beautiful beach then Leave the train to Cascais in Estoril! The beach is much calmer with less people. After the beach you can take a train to Cascais and look at the beautiful city and the boca inferno! Definitely try the Pasteis de Nata in Lissabon! They are great. Partying on the Rooftop bar is recommendable! And the metro is nice too!
Lisbon: Wonderful and often overlooked.
3 July 2022
Lisbon: Wonderful and often overlooked. It’s physically beautiful with a rich history dating back 2700 years. The food is great as is the nightlife. Eat down by the river or Time Out for a real flavor of the city. Check with your Concierge for Michelin Star reservations. Surrounding towns, like Sintra or Cascais and the beach are a must. Lapa Palace is an exquisite jewel of a hotel. It’s located in the diplomatic embassy section of town which is quiet and close to good dining. Taxis and Uber give you quick access to everything.
Lisbon is a very interesting City.
3 July 2022
Lisbon is a very interesting City. The Time out Market is a must see if you like Food! The Transport system is good & very reasonable. My Train trip to Cascais was great. The Bus trip to the Capacarica Coast was very nice as well.
Fascinating history, incredible monuments and detailed...
30 June 2022
Fascinating history, incredible monuments and detailed information in the museums. Delightful tropical gardens too. The people were friendly and helpful but the maps were scarce. Nearly everyone spoke English and went out of their way to be helpful. Loved the food too. We spent 7 days but included a day in Sintra and one in Cascais. The transport system is excellent.
Popular places to stay in Lisbon
Stay in some of the best accommodation Lisbon has to offer
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ON/SET Alfama - Lisbon Cinema Apartments Lisbon City Centre, Lisbon
From £157 per night
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Montebelo Lx Dwt Apartments Baixa / Chiado, Lisbon
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Destino Lisboa Apartments Lisbon City Centre, Lisbon
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Corpo Santo Lisbon Historical Hotel Baixa / Chiado, Lisbon
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Residentas Aurea Baixa / Chiado, Lisbon
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Choose from a wide variety of places to stay in Lisbon
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From £5 per night
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Hostels
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