Top things to do in Lisbon
Attractions, tours and activities in Lisbon
Recommended museums in Lisbon
Where to discover culture and the arts in Lisbon
Lisbon: the city's best neighbourhoods
Find a great area to stay in Lisbon
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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 £10 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 £47 per night
This weekend
From £177 per night
Next weekend
From £88 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | € 10 = £8.58 |
| Language | Portuguese |
| Average weekend price | £97 per night |
| Average weekday price | £99 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
Lisbon reviews
What other travellers say about Lisbon
A vibrant city that has everything going for it - a long and...
4 May 2024
A vibrant city that has everything going for it - a long and colourful history reflected in beautiful castles and churches and government buildings, together with steep, winding, cobbled streets dotted with curiosities in the oldest districts. Restaurants galore from world-renowned destinations to back-street treasures and streetside cafes. The newer parts of the city boast major international hotels, spectacular museums (try the Gulbenkian) and every major brand from Paris, Rome, Tokyo and the rest. Transport is cheap - get a travel card for the trams, metro and buses - and reliable and the taxis are cheap too. Try Via Graca for an excellent meal with a view.
Lisbon is a lovely city.
4 May 2024
Lisbon is a lovely city. Beautiful, a lot of great places to explore, wonderful for sightseeing, and a safe city for travelers. However, you'll see thousands of vehicles everywhere. It can be a little challenge for people like me who live in a small town. But it's also nice. Some restaurants are unnecessary expensive. But, by buying warm food in supermarkets it would be quite possible to avoid such expenses if you wish.
The trams are the best.
4 May 2024
The trams are the best. On the other hand, it's just about the least multi-accessible city that I've ever visited, with horrendous flights of steps at Metro stations, especially unwelcome on the luggage-encumbered airport line. Hostile ticket-buying facilities.
Really easy to get around, we used the Metro and Bolt cars.
4 May 2024
Really easy to get around, we used the Metro and Bolt cars. Good walking shoes/trainers are a must. Parque Eduardo VII was amazing. We didn’t do any organised activities but managed to see all that we wanted. Find time to visit some museums, they were amazing and offered good food/refreshments so take your time.
Lisbon has some very pretty buildings and things to see.
4 May 2024
Lisbon has some very pretty buildings and things to see. I loved the Tile Museum. We greatly enjoyed the arch and the Tower of Belem. Dinner on the river night after night was wonderful. However, I could have spent longer in Sintra rather than Lisbon.
Lisbon is a fantastic city, with a lot of options to see,...
3 May 2024
Lisbon is a fantastic city, with a lot of options to see, visit, stay and eat. Wonderful sightseeing from both hills, a good public transportation network, where it's possible to buy a single ticket to use 3 types of transports, Metro, Bus and train (Old tram included).
Popular places to stay in Lisbon
Stay in some of the best accommodation Lisbon has to offer
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Look Living, Lisbon Design Apartments Cais do Sodre, Lisbon
From £365 per night
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Hotel da Baixa Baixa / Chiado, Lisbon
From £190 per night
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São Vicente Alfama Hotel by TRIUS Hotels Lisbon City Centre, Lisbon
From £274 per night
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Blue Liberdade Hotel Baixa / Chiado, Lisbon
From £181 per night
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Lisbon Rentals Chiado Baixa / Chiado, Lisbon
From £233 per night
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Other accommodation in Lisbon
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Apartments
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Cottages
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Serviced Apartments
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Holiday Homes
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From £5 per night
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Hostels
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B&Bs
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