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Lisbon travel guide
Hills, trams, tiled facades and the River Tagus. 134 guides, written and checked by the team behind our Facebook groups.
Lisbon spreads over steep hills above the River Tagus, and most visitors spend their time in a handful of central neighbourhoods: the Baixa and Chiado, Alfama and the castle, Bairro Alto, and Belém a short tram or train ride west. Three or four days is enough for the highlights, plus a day trip to Sintra or Cascais.
Start with the best things to do in Lisbon, pick a base with where to stay in Lisbon and read the public transport guide before you arrive: a navegante card with zapping credit makes the metro, trams and buses easy. Every Lisbon guide we have written is below, grouped by topic.
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The Lisbon essentials
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The Best Things to Do in Lisbon (2026)
The best things to do in Lisbon in 2026: the castle, Alfama, Belem, viewpoints, museums, food, fado, river trips and day trips, with prices and closures.
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Where to Stay in Lisbon: The Best Neighbourhoods for Your Trip
Baixa, Chiado, Alfama, Bairro Alto, Avenida, Belem or Parque das Nacoes? Lisbon's neighbourhoods compared for first-timers, families and night owls.
Getting around
Lisbon Airport to City Centre: Metro, Uber, Bolt, Taxi or Transfer
Every way from Lisbon airport into the city, with 2026 prices, where to find the Uber and Bolt pick-up, and which option suits you.
Getting around
Lisbon Public Transport: Navegante, Zapping, Trams and Passes
How Lisbon's metro, trams, buses, trains and ferries work: the EUR 0.50 navegante card, zapping, 24-hour passes, 2026 fares and tram 28 tips.
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3 Days in Lisbon: The Perfect First-Time Itinerary
A day-by-day plan for three days in Lisbon: the old town and castle, Belem and the riverside, and a day trip to Sintra, with booking tips.
When to go
The Best Time to Visit Lisbon
Best time to visit Lisbon: April to June and September to October, with 20 to 27C and fewer crowds, plus weather, festivals and prices month by month.
Every guide
All our Lisbon guides
Sights and things to do
- The National Coach Museum, LisbonNational Coach Museum in Belem: gilded royal carriages, tickets about EUR 15, 1 to 1.5 hours, usually closed Mondays, and the Riding School closure.
- Ajuda Palace and the Royal Treasury, LisbonAjuda Palace above Belem: Lisbon's last royal residence, 19th-century rooms, the crown jewels in the Royal Treasury Museum, hours and getting up the hill.
- Estufa Fria: Lisbon's Secret GreenhouseEstufa Fria in Parque Eduardo VII, Lisbon: shaded greenhouses with ferns, tropical plants and ponds, its history, tickets and hours, and the nearest metro.
- The Aguas Livres Aqueduct, LisbonAguas Livres Aqueduct in Lisbon: walking the 18th-century arches over the Alcantara valley, the Mae d'Agua reservoir, getting there and a half-day route.
- Costa da Caparica: Lisbon's Big BeachCosta da Caparica, Lisbon's big beach: the direct bus or the ferry and bus from the city, which stretch to choose, from surf schools to Fonte da Telha.
- Estoril: Casino, Promenade and BeachesEstoril near Lisbon: the seafront promenade to Cascais, Tamariz beach and its seawater pool, the casino, wartime history and Estoril or Cascais as a base.
- Cristo Rei, Lisbon: Tickets, Ferry and Viewpoint GuideHow to visit Cristo Rei by ferry and bus, the lift to the viewing platform (about EUR 8 to 10), the views over Lisbon and the best time for photos.
- The Gulbenkian Museum, LisbonGulbenkian Museum in Lisbon, reopened in July 2026: collection highlights, the CAM modern art centre and gardens, free Sunday afternoons, hours and metro.
- MAAT Lisbon: The Riverside Museum and Roof WalkMAAT Lisbon: the wave-shaped riverside museum in Belem, the free roof walk, the old power station, tickets and hours, closed Tuesdays, and what is nearby.
- Shopping in Lisbon: Where to Go and What to BuyShopping in Lisbon: Chiado, Principe Real, Avenida da Liberdade, LX Factory, the Feira da Ladra, historic shops and souvenirs like tinned fish and cork.
- Mouraria, Lisbon: The Birthplace of FadoMouraria in Lisbon, the old Moorish quarter and birthplace of fado: the fado lanes, Largo da Severa, tram 28, street art and family-run tascas.
- Graca, Lisbon: Viewpoints and Local LifeGraca in Lisbon: the Miradouro da Graca and Senhora do Monte viewpoints, workers' villages, tram 28, the Feira da Ladra flea market and the Pantheon.
- Campo de Ourique, Lisbon: A Local NeighbourhoodCampo de Ourique in Lisbon: the food market, Casa Fernando Pessoa, Prazeres Cemetery, the end of tram 28 and a flat half-day walk among local shops.
- Cais do Sodre, Lisbon: Pink Street, Market and RiverCais do Sodre, Lisbon: the Time Out Market, Pink Street bars, trains to Cascais and Belem, the Cacilhas ferry and the riverside walk to Praca do Comercio.
- Avenida da Liberdade, LisbonLisbon's Avenida da Liberdade: a walk from Restauradores to Marques de Pombal, kiosk cafes, luxury shops, Parque Eduardo VII and the best upmarket hotels.
- LX Factory, Lisbon: Shops, Food and the Sunday MarketLX Factory, Lisbon's creative hub under the 25 de Abril Bridge: the Ler Devagar bookshop, street art, food, the Sunday market and how to get there.
- Visiting Sao Jorge Castle in LisbonSao Jorge Castle in Lisbon: tickets, opening hours, what to see, the best time to go, a half-day route and how to skip the climb by tram 28 or bus 737.
- Visiting the Jeronimos Monastery in BelemJeronimos Monastery in Belem: tickets for the cloister, the free church, closed Mondays, what to see and how to beat the queues, plus a half-day in Belem.
- Visiting the Oceanario de LisboaOceanario de Lisboa in Parque das Nacoes: tickets, the giant central tank, sea otters and penguins, how long to allow, when to go and getting there.
- Unusual Things to Do in LisbonUnusual Lisbon sights: the scorched Sao Domingos church, Casa do Alentejo's Moorish courtyard, LX Factory, Prazeres Cemetery and the Hospital de Bonecas.
- The Most Beautiful Churches in LisbonLisbon's most beautiful churches: Jeronimos, the Se, Sao Roque, fire-scarred Sao Domingos, the Carmo ruins and Sao Vicente de Fora, with a half-day walk.
- The Best Museums in Lisbon (2026)The best museums in Lisbon: the reopened Gulbenkian, MAAT, the Coach Museum, Museu do Fado and Carmo, with 2026 prices and the museums closed for renovation.
- Museu do Oriente, Lisbon: Is It Worth Visiting?Museu do Oriente in Lisbon: the Portuguese Presence in Asia collection, EUR 10 tickets, free Friday evenings, closed Mondays, and getting to Alcantara.
- Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon: Tickets and ViewsMonument to the Discoveries in Belem: the 33 figures, the compass rose map, the rooftop viewpoint, 2026 tickets (EUR 10) and hours, and what is nearby.
- National Pantheon, Lisbon: Tickets, Terrace and TipsLisbon's National Pantheon (Santa Engracia): the dome and rooftop terrace, who is buried there, 2026 tickets and hours, and the Feira da Ladra outside.
- Sao Vicente de Fora Monastery: Tiles, Tombs and ViewsSao Vicente de Fora in Lisbon: the azulejo cloisters and La Fontaine fable tiles, the Braganza royal pantheon, roof terrace, tickets, hours and tram 28.
- Fronteira Palace, Lisbon: Gardens, Tiles and ToursFronteira Palace in Lisbon: the azulejo gardens, guided palace tours at EUR 17 or gardens from EUR 8, English tour times, closed Sundays, and the metro.
- Pillar 7: Inside Lisbon's 25 de Abril BridgePillar 7 (Pilar 7) in Lisbon's 25 de Abril Bridge: the glass-floored deck, 372 steps while the lift is out, EUR 3 tickets, opening hours and getting there.
- Lisbon Zoo: Tickets, Animals and Tips for FamiliesLisbon Zoo 2026: tickets (EUR 31 adults, EUR 19 children), opening hours, dolphin and bird shows, the cable car, the metro to Jardim Zoologico and tips.
- Baixa and Rossio: A Guide to Downtown LisbonLisbon's Baixa and Rossio: Praca do Comercio, the Rua Augusta Arch, Rossio and Praca da Figueira, historic shops, where to eat and which menus to skip.
- Estrela and Lapa: Lisbon's Elegant QuarterEstrela and Lapa in Lisbon: the Estrela Basilica roof and garden, Amalia Rodrigues's house, quiet embassy streets, the Ancient Art museum and where to eat.
- Lisbon Cathedral (Se de Lisboa): Tickets, History and TipsLisbon Cathedral (the Se): what is free and what the EUR 7 ticket covers, opening hours and Sunday Mass, the closed cloister dig, history and tram 28 tips.
- Feira da Ladra: Lisbon's Flea Market GuideFeira da Ladra, Lisbon's flea market on Campo de Santa Clara every Tuesday and Saturday: hours, what to buy, haggling with cash, tram 28 and nearby sights.
- Visiting Belem Tower: Tickets, Timed Entry and TipsHow to visit Belem Tower in Lisbon after its 2026 reopening: timed tickets, prices, opening hours, what you see inside and how to combine it with Jeronimos.
- Carmo Convent, Lisbon: The Roofless Church in ChiadoVisiting the Carmo Convent in Lisbon: the church left roofless by the 1755 earthquake, its archaeology museum, tickets, opening hours and what is nearby.
- Romantic Lisbon: Things to Do for CouplesThe most romantic things to do in Lisbon: sunset viewpoints and sails, candlelit fado, rooftop bars, Sintra and romantic hotels with a view.
- Belem, Lisbon: Monastery, Tower and the Original PasteisHow to spend a day in Belem in 2026: Jeronimos (EUR 18), the reopened Belem Tower (EUR 15, timed), the Discoveries monument, MAAT, the Coach Museum and pasteis.
- Chiado and Bairro Alto: Cafes by Day, Street Party by NightThings to do in Chiado and Bairro Alto: A Brasileira, the Carmo ruins, the world's oldest bookshop, custard tarts, viewpoints and Bairro Alto's nightlife.
- Principe Real: Lisbon's Most Elegant NeighbourhoodThings to do in Principe Real: the garden and its giant cedar, Embaixada concept store, design shops, restaurants, the reservoir and nearby viewpoints.
- Lisbon Street Art: Where to Find the Best MuralsLisbon's best street art: Vhils, Bordalo II's Re-Raccoon, the Crono murals, LX Factory, Quinta do Mocho and street art tours.
- Parque das Nacoes, Lisbon: Oceanario, Cable Car and RiversideThings to do in Lisbon's Parque das Nacoes: the Oceanario (2026 prices), Telecabine, science centre, riverside walks and hotels near the airport.
- Alfama, Lisbon: Things to Do, Fado and Where to StayExploring Lisbon's oldest neighbourhood: the castle, viewpoints, cathedral, Pantheon, Fado Museum, the Santo Antonio festival and the best hotels in Alfama.
- The Most Instagrammable Spots in Lisbon (and When to Go)19 of the best photo spots in Lisbon, from Santa Luzia and tram 28 to the MAAT roof and hidden Jardim do Torel, with timing tips to beat the crowds.
Itineraries and planning
- 4 Days in Lisbon: The Perfect ItineraryA 4-day Lisbon itinerary, day by day: Baixa, Alfama and the castle, Belem and LX Factory, Sintra, then Chiado and Principe Real or Cascais, plus closures.
- Things to Do in Lisbon at NightLisbon at night: sunset at a miradouro or rooftop bar, late dinners, fado in Alfama, Bairro Alto and Pink Street, Tagus sunset cruises and safety tips.
- Cascais vs Lisbon: Where to Stay?Cascais vs Lisbon as a base: sights, beaches, atmosphere, nightlife and the train compared, who should stay where and how to get the best of both.
- Santo Antonio Festival in Lisbon (June)Santo Antonio in Lisbon: the 12 June Marchas parade on Avenida da Liberdade, street parties in Alfama, Mouraria and Graca, sardines, basil pots and costs.
- Lisbon Layover and Stopover GuideLisbon layover or stopover: leaving the airport, the metro into town, the TAP stopover programme, and what to do with 6 hours, 24 hours or a few days.
- NOS Alive 2027: Festival Guide for LisbonGoing to NOS Alive in Alges: 2027 dates, tickets and passes, getting there from Lisbon by train, where to stay, what to bring and tips for the festival grounds.
- Lisbon on a Budget: How to Save in 2026How to do Lisbon on a budget: hostels and cheaper areas, lunch specials, transport passes, free sights and a sample daily budget.
- 5 Days in Lisbon: Itinerary with Sintra and CascaisA 5-day Lisbon itinerary: Alfama and the castle, Belem, Sintra, Chiado and Principe Real, plus Cascais, Arrabida or Parque das Nacoes.
- Lisbon or the Algarve? How to Choose (or Do Both)Lisbon or the Algarve for your Portugal trip? What each is best for, costs, seasons and how to combine a city break with a beach holiday.
- Free Things to Do in LisbonThe best free things to do in Lisbon: viewpoints, Alfama, the riverside, free churches, gardens, markets, street art and free walking tours.
- 2 Days in Lisbon: The Perfect Itinerary (2026)A 2-day Lisbon itinerary for 2026: the castle, Alfama, Baixa and Chiado on day one, Belem and the riverside on day two, with ticket and Monday tips.
- Lisbon in Winter: Weather, Christmas and What to DoWhat Lisbon is like from December to February: weather, Christmas lights, Wonderland, New Year's Eve, the best indoor things to do and what to pack.
- Lisbon in One Day: The Perfect Itinerary (Cruise and Layover Tips)How to see Lisbon in one day: Alfama and the castle, Baixa, Belem and a sunset viewpoint, plus tips for cruise passengers and airport layovers.
- Lisbon on a Rainy Day: 20 Things to Do IndoorsThe best things to do in Lisbon when it rains: the Oceanario, the reopened Gulbenkian, MAAT, food halls and cooking classes, with 2026 prices and closures.
- Lisbon with Kids: The Best Family Things to DoLisbon with children: the Oceanarium, trams, the castle, Belem, parks and the zoo, plus buggy, transport and where-to-stay tips from a family that lives here.
- Is the Lisboa Card Worth It? 2026 Prices and What's IncludedLisboa Card 2026 prices for 24, 48 and 72 hours, what's included and what isn't, a worked example of the savings, and when a navegante card is better.
- Is Lisbon Safe? Pickpockets, Scams and Tips from LocalsHow safe Lisbon really is: pickpocket hotspots, the fake drug sellers, safety at night, solo travel tips and what to do if something goes wrong.
- Porto vs Lisbon: Which Should You Visit?Porto or Lisbon? How the two cities compare on sights, food, weather, prices and day trips, and how to fit both into one trip.
Where to stay
- The Best Hotels in LisbonThe best Lisbon hotels by style and budget: Four Seasons Ritz and Pestana Palace, Memmo Alfama, pool hotels like Torel Palace, design hostels and areas.
- The Best Lisbon Hotels with a PoolRooftop infinity pools, palace gardens and heated indoor pools: the best hotels in Lisbon with a swimming pool, from EPIC SANA to Pestana Palace.
- Lisbon Airport Hotels: The Closest Hotels with Free ShuttlesThe closest hotels to Lisbon airport, with free shuttles from 4am for early flights, walking-distance options and Parque das Nacoes as a smarter base.
- The Best Hostels in Lisbon (with Private Rooms)The best hostels in Lisbon for solo travellers and budget trips: Home Lisbon, Goodmorning, Lisbon Destination, Yes!, Lost Inn and more.
- Where to Stay in Cascais: Best Areas and HotelsCascais or Lisbon? The best areas and hotels in Cascais, from Farol and the Albatroz to The Oitavos, family resorts and good-value beach hotels.
- 10 Best Lisbon Hotels With a ViewRooftop pools, river views and castle views: the best hotels in Lisbon with a view, from Memmo Alfama and Verride to Hotel Mundial, plus booking tips.
Getting there and around
- Lisbon Cruise Port: How to Spend a Day AshoreLisbon cruise port guide: where ships dock (Santa Apolonia or Alcantara), walking into Alfama, timings for an 8-hour call, Belem and Sintra from the ship.
- Lisbon to Porto by Bus: FlixBus vs Rede ExpressosTaking the bus from Lisbon to Porto: FlixBus from Oriente vs Rede Expressos from Sete Rios, 3h15 trips, fares, luggage, night buses and the train option.
- Luggage Storage in Lisbon and Porto: Lockers and Left LuggageLuggage storage in Lisbon and Porto: hotel bag drops, airport and station lockers, storage apps and city lockers, with 2026 prices and check-out day tips.
- Parking in Lisbon: Zones, Prices, Car Parks and AppsParking in Lisbon: EMEL street zones and 2026 prices, paying by app, central car parks, cheap park-and-ride by the metro and whether you need a car.
- Santa Justa Lift: Is It Open and What to Do InsteadThe Santa Justa Lift in Lisbon has been closed since September 2025. Here is the latest on its status, the best views and routes up to Chiado and Carmo instead.
- Lisbon to Madrid: Train, Bus, Flight or Drive?Lisbon to Madrid by flight, bus, train or car: journey times, typical one-way prices and which option suits you, with places to break the trip on the way.
- Lisbon to Seville: The Best Ways to TravelHow to travel from Lisbon to Seville by bus, plane, train or car, with times, prices, the best stops on the way and tips for crossing the border.
- Lisbon Airport Terminal 2: Getting There and What to ExpectLisbon Airport Terminal 2 for Ryanair, Wizz Air and Vueling: departures only, the free shuttle from Terminal 1, how early to arrive and facilities.
- The Best Day Trips from Lisbon by TrainEasy day trips from Lisbon by train: Sintra, Cascais, Carcavelos, Belem, Evora, Tomar and Setubal, plus the trips that are better by bus.
- Lisbon Trams: Tram 28, Other Routes and TicketsLisbon trams: how to ride tram 28 and quieter routes 12, 24 and 15, fares of EUR 3.30 on board or less with navegante, closed funiculars and crowd tips.
- Lisbon to Sintra: Train, Bus, Uber and Getting Around (2026)How to get from Lisbon to Sintra by train, Uber or tour, and around Sintra on the 434 and 435 buses, with 2026 fares and the new traffic rules.
- Lisbon to the Algarve: Train, Bus or Drive?How to get from Lisbon to Faro, Lagos and Albufeira: trains via Tunes, direct buses, driving the A2 and its tolls, and which option suits you.
- Lisbon to Porto by Train: 2026 Prices, Times and TicketsHow to get from Lisbon to Porto by train: Alfa Pendular vs Intercidades, 2026 fares and promo deals, journey times, stations and booking with CP.
Food and drink
- Time Out Market Lisbon: Tips and What to EatTime Out Market Lisbon: how the Cais do Sodre food hall works, when to get a table, what to order, eating on a budget and the traditional market next door.
- Pasteis de Belem: Queue Tips, Prices and HistoryPasteis de Belem in Lisbon: open daily 8am to 9pm, EUR 1.60 a tart, how to skip the takeaway queue by eating inside, what to order and the recipe story.
- Best Restaurants in Lisbon: Where Locals and Foodies EatLisbon restaurants by type and budget: tascas like Ze dos Cornos, Cervejaria Ramiro for seafood, modern Portuguese, Michelin tables and cheap bifanas.
- What to Eat in Lisbon: 15 Dishes to Try and WhereThe Lisbon dishes you should try, from pastel de nata and bifana to grilled sardines, bacalhau and ginjinha, with what each one is and where to find a good one.
- Ginjinha: Lisbon's Cherry Liqueur and Where to Drink ItWhat ginjinha is, how to order it (com elas or sem elas), the best little bars in Lisbon and the chocolate cups of Obidos.
- The Best Rooftop Bars in LisbonPark, SEEN Sky Bar, the Hotel Mundial rooftop, Topo and more: the best rooftop bars in Lisbon for sunset drinks, with tips and free viewpoint alternatives.
- Lisbon Food Markets: Time Out Market, Campo de Ourique and MoreThe best food markets in Lisbon, from food halls to traditional morning markets, the Feira da Ladra flea market and LX Market on Sundays.
- The Best Pastel de Nata in LisbonWhere to eat the best custard tarts in Lisbon: Manteigaria, Pasteis de Belem, 2026 contest winner Aloma and more, plus how to eat them like a local.
- Fado in Lisbon: Where to Hear It (Without the Tourist Traps)The best places for fado in Lisbon, from amateur nights at Tasca do Chico to classic fado houses and early shows, plus prices and etiquette.
- Lisbon Nightlife: Bairro Alto, Pink Street, Rooftops and FadoWhere to go out in Lisbon: Bairro Alto, Cais do Sodre and Pink Street, rooftop bars, Lux Fragil, fado nights and the new 2026 alcohol rules.
Tours, cruises and experiences
- Tile-Painting Workshops in LisbonLisbon tile-painting workshops: paint your own azulejo in 2 to 3 hours, with materials and kiln firing included, booking tips and where to see tiles.
- Pastel de Nata Cooking Classes in LisbonPastel de nata classes in Lisbon: about 2 hours in small groups making the pastry and custard, what you take home, booking tips and other cooking classes.
- Lisbon Walking Tours: The Best Free and Paid Tours (2026)The best walking tours in Lisbon: free tip-based tours of Baixa, Chiado and Alfama, plus food, street art, fado and Belem tours, and how to choose one.
- Lisbon Sunset Cruises on the TagusLisbon sunset cruises on the Tagus: sailing boats, catamarans and the cheap ferry compared, the landmarks you pass, how to choose and an evening plan.
- Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Routes, Prices and Is It Worth It?Lisbon hop-on hop-off buses: Yellow Bus, Gray Line and City Sightseeing compared, routes to Belem and Parque das Nacoes, prices, combos and cheaper ways.
- The Best Tours in Lisbon (2026 Prices)Walking, tuk-tuk, food, sunset sailing, fado and Belem tours, plus the best day trips from Lisbon, with 2026 prices and how to choose a good one.
- Lisbon Tuk-Tuk Tours: Best Routes, Prices and the New RulesLisbon tuk-tuk tours: the best routes through Alfama, the castle, Graca and the viewpoints, what they cost, the 2025 rules and how to book a good one.
Day trips from Lisbon
- Palmela Castle: Views and Moscatel WinePalmela Castle, 40 minutes south of Lisbon: walls and keep with views over Arrabida and the Sado, its history, the pousada and Moscatel de Setubal wine.
- Cabo Espichel: Cliffs, Sanctuary and Dinosaur TracksCabo Espichel near Sesimbra: the pilgrimage sanctuary, dinosaur trackways, cliff viewpoints and sunset, plus getting there from Lisbon and safety tips.
- The Troia Peninsula: Beaches and Roman RuinsTroia peninsula near Setubal: the ferry across the Sado, calm estuary and wild ocean beaches, the Roman ruins, dolphins and the road south to Comporta.
- Almourol Castle: The Island Fortress on the TagusAlmourol Castle on its Tagus island: the boat from Tancos, the Templar history, tickets and opening times, the keep climb and combining it with Tomar.
- Santarem: Gothic Churches and Tagus ViewsSantarem, an hour from Lisbon by train: the Portas do Sol viewpoint over the Tagus, Gothic churches including Graca with Cabral's tomb and the old town.
- Peniche: Surf, Fortress and the BerlengasPeniche, 1 hour 15 minutes from Lisbon: surfing at Supertubos and Baleal, the fortress museum, Cabo Carvoeiro, seafood and boats to the Berlengas islands.
- Mafra Palace: The Baroque Giant Near LisbonMafra National Palace near Lisbon: the baroque basilica, carillons and library guarded by bats, tickets and hours, getting there and nearby Ericeira.
- Evora Day Trip from LisbonEvora from Lisbon in a day: the train, bus or car, a one-day plan for the Roman Temple, cathedral and Chapel of Bones, plus the stone circle and Monsaraz.
- Porto Day Trip from Lisbon: Is It Worth It?Porto as a day trip from Lisbon: the 3-hour Alfa Pendular train to Campanha, what to see in 7 to 8 hours, tours, and why a night in Porto is better.
- Batalha Monastery: Tickets, Highlights and How to VisitThe Gothic masterpiece built after Aljubarrota: the Founder's Chapel, Royal Cloister and Unfinished Chapels, 2026 tickets (about EUR 15) and how to get there.
- Visiting the Alcobaca MonasteryAlcobaca Monastery, 15 minutes from Nazare: the free church, the tombs of Pedro and Ines, and a ticket for the Cloister of Silence, dormitory and kitchen.
- The Chapel of Bones in EvoraEvora's Chapel of Bones (Capela dos Ossos): its history, tickets and hours, what else to see in town and a one-day route from Lisbon by train, bus or car.
- Things to Do in CascaisThe best things to do in Cascais: town beaches, Boca do Inferno, the Cidadela, the promenade to Estoril, Guincho, Cabo da Roca and getting there from Lisbon.
- Sesimbra Day Trip from Lisbon: Beaches, Castle and Cabo EspichelHow to visit Sesimbra from Lisbon by bus or car: Blue Flag beaches, the castle, grilled fish, kayaking and the dinosaur footprints at Cabo Espichel.
- Portugal's Silver Coast: Obidos, Nazare and PenicheExploring Portugal's Silver Coast north of Lisbon: Obidos, Foz do Arelho, Sao Martinho, Nazare, Peniche, Caldas, the monasteries and Dino Parque.
- Comporta: Portugal's Chic Beach EscapeHow to visit Comporta from Lisbon: the wild beaches, the Carrasqueira stilt pier, rice fields and storks, where to eat and the best design hotels.
- Ericeira Day Trip from Lisbon: Surf, Seafood and Mafra PalaceHow to visit Ericeira from Lisbon by bus or car, the best beaches and seafood, watching the surfers, and the Mafra Palace library with its bats.
- Fatima Day Trip from Lisbon (with Batalha, Tomar and Nazare)How to visit Fatima from Lisbon: the Sanctuary, candlelight procession and big pilgrimages, plus the monasteries of Batalha, Alcobaca and Tomar.
- Setubal and Arrabida: Beaches, Dolphins and Wine Near LisbonDay trip from Lisbon to Setubal and the Arrabida beaches: summer car restrictions and shuttles, dolphin watching, choco frito, Azeitao wine and Troia.
- Evora and the Alentejo: Day Trip and Travel GuideVisiting Evora from Lisbon: the Roman Temple, the Chapel of Bones, Monsaraz, Alentejo wine and food, getting there by train and when to go.
- Nazare: Giant Waves, Beaches and How to VisitWhen and where to see Nazare's giant waves, the beach and O Sitio, getting there from Lisbon, and combining it with Obidos and the monasteries.
- Cascais Day Trip from Lisbon: Beaches, Boca do Inferno and GuinchoHow to do a day trip to Cascais from Lisbon: the train from Cais do Sodre, the best beaches, Boca do Inferno, Guincho, Cabo da Roca and staying in Cascais.
- The Best Day Trips from Lisbon (and How to Do Them)Sintra, Cascais, Obidos, Nazare, Fatima, Evora, Arrabida, the Berlengas and Ericeira: the best day trips from Lisbon by train, car or tour.
- Obidos Day Trip: How to Get There, What to See and When to GoThe bus from Lisbon, parking, walking the walls, ginjinha in chocolate cups, festival dates, where to eat and where to stay in medieval Obidos.
- Berlengas: How to Visit Berlenga Island from PenicheBoats from Peniche, the BerlengasPass and 550-visitor limit, what to see on Berlenga Grande, tours from Lisbon and where to stay.
Beaches and the coast
- The Arrabida Beaches: Galapinhos, Portinho and MoreArrabida beaches near Setubal: Galapinhos, Portinho da Arrabida, Creiro, Figueirinha and Galapos, the summer road closures, buses and the beach shuttle.
- The Best Beaches in and Around CascaisBest beaches near Cascais: Conceicao and Rainha in town, Tamariz in Estoril, Carcavelos for surf, Guincho and Praia da Ursa, plus which beach suits what.
- Guincho Beach: Wild Coast Near CascaisGuincho beach: dunes, surf, kitesurfing and sunsets 10 minutes by car from Cascais, plus getting there, seafood restaurants nearby and swimming safety.
- Carcavelos Beach: Lisbon's Surf BeachCarcavelos beach from Lisbon: the 25-minute Cascais line train from Cais do Sodre, surf lessons, the Sao Juliao da Barra fort, beach bars and when to go.
- The Best Beaches Near Lisbon (and How to Get There)Carcavelos, Cascais, Adraga, Ursa, Guincho, Costa da Caparica and Arrabida: the best beaches near Lisbon by train, bus and car, with 2026 tips.
Walks, gardens and nature
- The Best Viewpoints in Lisbon (Miradouros)Lisbon's best miradouros for views and sunsets, the paid viewpoints worth it, and which historic lifts and funiculars are still closed in 2026.
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