Portugal

Lisbon

Seven hills, golden light, and the smell of grilled sardines.

Local time: UTC+0
Population: 0.5M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Expensive

Food$$$$$About $56 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $162 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $9.4 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇪🇺 EUR =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

LISLisbon Portela AirportMain airport, about 7 km from the centre.

How	Cost	Time
Metro red lineSaldanha / Baixa-Chiado	€1.75-2	16-25 min
Cheapest and fastest; station sits under Terminal 1.
Bus 44 / 745Oriente station and centre	€2	10-40 min
No large luggage allowed on city buses.
TaxiCity centre	€16-20	15-30 min
Meter plus about €1.20 per bag; check the meter first.
Uber / BoltCity centre	€13-18	15-30 min
Use the marked pre-reserved pickup area.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Lisbon

Getting around

Metro and walking for the centre; trams for the scenic hills.

Metro ★Fast and cheap. The red line links the airport to the centre with one change.
BusCarris buses cover the city. Buy a rechargeable Navegante card for about €0.50.
TramTrams 15 and 28 are scenic but crowded; watch for pickpockets.
Taxi / ride appsTaxis use meters; insist on the meter and keep a receipt. Uber, Bolt and FreeNow work; look for the TVDE sign.
Rental carDriving in the centre is slow and parking is hard. Skip it for city days.
Walking ★Walking works well on the flat Baixa; expect steep hills in Alfama and Bairro Alto.

Recommended stay★ 2 nights (3 days)

Two nights cover Baixa, Alfama, the castle viewpoints, and Belém's monastery and museums across two sightseeing days, without needing Sintra.

Best for

CultureTiles, fado houses and miradouro views over the river.
FoodCustard tarts, grilled sardines and cheap tascas.
HistoryAge of Discovery monuments in Belém and the old Moorish hill.

Weather by month

15°9°Jan🌧 7d

16°9°Feb🌧 7d

17°10°Mar🌧 9d

19°12°Apr🌧 9d

23°14°May🌧 4d

25°16°Jun🌧 4d

28°18°Jul🌧 1d

28°18°Aug🌧 1d

26°17°Sep🌧 4d

23°16°Oct🌧 9d

18°12°Nov🌧 10d

16°10°Dec🌧 8d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Mild Atlantic climate: warm dry summers, cool wet winters, and rain mostly from October to March.

Best time: May to SeptemberWarm and mostly dry, highs 23–28°C. Ideal for walking, trams and the riverfront.
Wettest: October to MarchAround 8–10 rain days a month. Showers pass; pack a compact umbrella.
July and August are hotHighs near 28°C and very dry. Sightsee early morning and rest in the afternoon.
Atlantic breezeThe river and ocean keep evenings cooler; a light layer helps after sunset.
Rain is rarely all dayWinter rain comes in spells. Plan indoor sights like museums as backup.
What to packComfortable shoes for cobbled hills, sunscreen and a hat in summer, a rain jacket in winter.

Landmarks 31

Must-see · 6

1
Belém Tower
A 16th-century fortress on the Tagus that is Lisbon's most recognizable symbol, with fine Manueline carvings and river views. Go early in the morning to avoid queues, and buy tickets online in advance.
2
Jerónimos Monastery
A vast, ornate monastery and UNESCO site that showcases Portugal's Age of Discovery. It is a short walk from Belém Tower; book a timed entry and dress respectfully.
3
São Jorge Castle
A hilltop Moorish castle with sweeping views over the city and river. Visit in the late afternoon for cooler weather and sunset light; wear comfortable shoes for the climb.
4
Praça do Comércio
Lisbon's grand riverside square, framed by yellow arcades and the triumphal arch. It is free to wander; come at dusk when the square is beautifully lit.
5
Padrão dos Descobrimentos
A monument shaped like a ship's prow, celebrating Portugal's explorers. Combine it with Belém Tower and the monastery; the riverside promenade is ideal for a stroll.
6
Santa Justa Lift
An ornate iron elevator linking the Baixa to Chiado, with a viewing platform at the top. Ride early or late to skip long lines, or climb the nearby streets for free views.

Cultural

Castle 3

Old Town 2

Urban Hub 2

Christian 1

Museum 2

Modern Architecture 2

Palace 3

Garden 1

Historical Square 2

University 1

Bridge 1

Natural

Beach 1

River 1

Activities

Food 1

Football Stadium 2

Bookstore 1

Zoo 1

Library 1

Aquarium 1

Cruise Tour 1

Cable Car 1

Day trips from Lisbon

Sintra · 40 min by train

★★★★★ · Full day · 27 km from Lisbon

Best way: Direct CP train from Rossio is fast and frequent, with the centre and Pena Palace reachable by short local bus or tuk-tuk uphill.

Take the direct CP Sintra line from Lisbon's Rossio station; the historic centre and Pena Palace are a short local bus or tuk-tuk ride uphill from Sintra station.

Train ★40 min · from $3-$6
Car24 min · taxi ≈ €20

What to see

Pena Palace
Quinta da Regaleira
Moorish Castle
Historic centre

5 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

Pena Palace requires timed tickets booked ahead in high season
Weekdays are far less crowded than weekends
Palaces and gardens can be chilly and misty even in summer

Cascais · 40 min by train

★★★★☆ · Half day · 31 km from Lisbon

Best way: Direct coastal CP train from Cais do Sodré is quicker and cheaper than the bus and drops you in the town centre.

Take the direct CP suburban train from Lisbon's Cais do Sodré station to Cascais, about 40 minutes along the coast.

Train ★40 min · from $2-$5
Bus1 h 38 · from $14-$74
Car25 min · taxi ≈ €20

What to see

Cascais old town
Boca do Inferno
Praia da Rainha
Cascais citadel

1 landmark quest to check off here

Good to know

The coastal train ride itself is scenic, so sit on the sea side
Boca do Inferno and the old town are an easy walk from the station
Summer weekends get very busy at the beaches

Coimbra · 1 h 36 by train

★★★★☆ · Full day · 207 km from Lisbon

Best way: The train takes 1h 36m, is the fastest option, and runs direct to Coimbra-B, with a short shuttle or taxi to the old town.

Direct Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains run to Coimbra-B, then a short shuttle train or taxi to the university and old town.

Train ★1 h 36 · from $24-$40
Bus2 h 20 · from $15-$30
Car2 h 20 · taxi ≈ €130

What to see

University of Coimbra
Biblioteca Joanina
Old Cathedral
Quinta das Lágrimas

2 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

Coimbra-B is outside the old town, so allow time for the shuttle train or taxi to the university.
Direct trains run from Lisboa Oriente; daily frequency isn't listed, so check timetables before you go.

Queluz · 17 min by train

★★★☆☆ · Half day · 14 km from Lisbon

Best way: CP Sintra line reaches Queluz-Belas in 17 minutes, far faster than the 1h05 bus, with a ten-minute walk to the palace.

Take the CP Sintra line from Rossio to Queluz-Belas station, then walk about ten minutes to the palace.

Train ★17 min · from $1-$3
Bus1 h 05 · from $2-$4
Car14 min · taxi ≈ €10

What to see

Queluz National Palace
Palace gardens
Throne room
Azulejo-lined halls

Good to know

The palace interior is visited by guided tour only
Check opening days, as it closes on some weekdays
Combine with Sintra since it is on the same train line

Setúbal · 37 min by bus

★★☆☆☆ · Full day · 48 km from Lisbon

Best way: The bus is faster than the train here and still direct, though the train is a simple one-seat ride.

Take a direct Fertagus train from Lisbon's Roma-Areeiro or Entrecampos station to Setúbal, about an hour.

Train49 min · from $6-$8
Bus ★37 min · from $3-$7
Car41 min · taxi ≈ €30

What to see

Setúbal old town
Livramento market
São Filipe castle
Boat to Troia beaches

Good to know

Boat trips to see dolphins in the Sado estuary are the main draw
Fresh fish restaurants downtown are a local highlight
The Fertagus train crosses the river and is a scenic alternative

Times and prices are typical one-way estimates (train and bus: Omio / Rome2Rio route data; taxi: local tariff × road distance, tolls extra). Exact prices are on the booking page.

Plans

Lisbon rewards visitors with tiled alleys, river views and custard tarts at every turn. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Culture

One full day of tiles, views and fado in the old city, mostly on foot.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 48
Taxis: ≈ EUR 22

Day 1

Alfama hill, viewpoints and fado

Tickets ≈ EUR 48 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 22

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–10:00 · Free

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

Start early for soft light and few people. Free.

Open Always open
Taxi · 586 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

10:15–11:45 · ≈ €15 adult · check on the day

São Jorge Castle Landmark quest

Short uphill walk from the viewpoint. Check opening hours on the day.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–21:00 in summer · shorter in winter
Taxi · 573 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

12:00–14:00 · Free to wander

Alfama District Landmark quest

Wander the lanes and stop for lunch in a small tasca.

Open Always open
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 5
4

15:00–16:30 · ≈ €8 adult · check on the day

National Azulejo Museum Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. A good indoor break if it is hot.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–18:00 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 5
5

18:30–19:00 · Free

Senhora do Monte viewpoint

Best at sunset. Take tram 28 or a short taxi up.

Open Always open
Taxi · 1224 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
6

20:30–22:00 · ≈ €20–40 with a drink · dinner packages cost more

Fado show in Alfama

Book ahead. Shows usually start around 20:00.

Open Shows usually from roughly 20:00

Day trip · Food

A tasting day: custard tarts in Belém, market lunch, then grilled fish and bars.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 44
Taxis: ≈ EUR 24

Day 1

Belém pastries, market lunch, Bairro Alto bars

Tickets ≈ EUR 44 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 24

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–09:30 · ≈ €1.50–2 per pastry · cash and card

Pastéis de Belém Landmark quest

Go early for warm tarts. Expect a queue later.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–23:00
Taxi · 239 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

09:45–11:15 · ≈ €12 adult · cloister included · check on the day

Jerónimos Monastery Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Short walk from the bakery.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 09:30–17:30 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 27 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

13:00–14:15 · ≈ €10–20 per dish

Time Out Market

Late lunch. Many stalls, easy for first-timers.

Open Daily roughly 10:00–24:00
Taxi · 723 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
4

14:30–16:00 · Free to wander

Chiado District Landmark quest

Walk it off. Shops roughly 10:00–19:00.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–19:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 5
5

19:00–20:00 · ≈ €12–20 per plate in a tasca

Bacalhau à Brás Landmark quest

Try bacalhau à Brás for dinner. Book or go early.

Open Lunch and dinner · varies by restaurant
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 5
6

21:30–23:30 · Free to walk · drinks extra

Bairro Alto Landmark quest

Bars busiest roughly 22:00–02:00, Thursday to Saturday.

Open Quiet by day · bars busiest roughly 22:00–02:00

1 night · History

Age of Discovery monuments in Belém plus the old Moorish hill.

Stay: Baixa. Flat, central grid near the river, tram 15 and metro. Easiest base for first-timers and walking.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 56
Taxis: ≈ EUR 34
Hotel: EUR 90–220

Day 1

Belém monuments, then the castle hill

Tickets ≈ EUR 56 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 34

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 8 km · ≈ 29 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

09:30–11:00 · ≈ €12 adult · cloister included · check on the day

Jerónimos Monastery Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Go first to beat the crowds.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 09:30–17:30 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 1443 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

11:15–12:15 · ≈ €8 adult · check current ticket price

Belém Tower Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Short walk along the river.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–17:30 · closed Mondays · check on the day
Taxi · 1221 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

12:30–13:15 · ≈ €6 adult · rooftop included · check on the day

Padrão dos Descobrimentos Landmark quest

Riverside monument. Check summer hours on the day.

Open Daily roughly 10:00–19:00 in summer
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 32 min · ≈ EUR 9
4

13:30–14:30 · ≈ €12–20 per plate in a tasca

Bacalhau à Brás Landmark quest

Lunch nearby before heading back to the centre.

Open Lunch and dinner · varies by restaurant
Taxi · 1399 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
5

16:00–17:30 · ≈ €15 adult · check on the day

São Jorge Castle Landmark quest

Late afternoon for soft light over the city.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–21:00 in summer · shorter in winter
Taxi back to your hotel · 869 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 4

2 nights · Culture ★ Recommended length

First-timers who want tiles, viewpoints and fado in three easy days.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 100
Taxis: ≈ EUR 40

Day 1

Arrive, Chiado and the riverfront

Tickets ≈ EUR 21 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 12

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

14:00–15:30 · Free to wander

Chiado District Landmark quest

Shops close around 19:00. Good for a first wander.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–19:00
Taxi · 384 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

15:45–16:15 · ≈ €6 return · check on the day

Santa Justa Lift Landmark quest

Queues build fast. The upper walkway is free if you skip the lift.

Open Daily roughly 07:00–22:00
Taxi · 810 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

17:00–17:30 · Free to walk · arch viewpoint charged separately

Praça do Comércio Landmark quest

Open square by the river. Walk down through the arch.

Open Square always open
Taxi · 1081 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 4
4

18:00–19:15 · ≈ €10–20 per dish

Time Out Market

Early dinner. Busy but easy for a first night.

Open Daily roughly 10:00–24:00

Day 2

Alfama hill and fado

Tickets ≈ EUR 43 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 12

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:00 · ≈ €3 single on board · day pass cheaper

Tram 28 ride

Board early at the start of the line to get a seat.

Open Roughly 06:00–23:00
Taxi · 750 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

10:15–10:45 · Free

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

Short walk uphill from the tram stop.

Open Always open
Taxi · 586 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

11:00–12:30 · ≈ €15 adult · check on the day

São Jorge Castle Landmark quest

Castle grounds and views. Bring water.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–21:00 in summer · shorter in winter
Taxi · 573 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
4

13:00–15:00 · Free to wander

Alfama District Landmark quest

Lunch in a tasca, then wander the lanes.

Open Always open
5

20:00–21:30 · ≈ €20–40 with a drink · dinner packages cost more

Fado show in Alfama

Book ahead. Small rooms fill up.

Open Shows usually from roughly 20:00

Day 3

Belém monuments, then fly

Tickets ≈ EUR 36 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 16

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–09:00 · ≈ €1.50–2 per pastry · cash and card

Pastéis de Belém Landmark quest

Go early, warm from the oven.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–23:00
Taxi · 239 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

09:30–11:00 · ≈ €12 adult · cloister included · check on the day

Jerónimos Monastery Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. First slot is calmest.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 09:30–17:30 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 1443 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

11:15–12:15 · ≈ €8 adult · check current ticket price

Belém Tower Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Short walk along the river.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–17:30 · closed Mondays · check on the day
Taxi · 1221 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
4

12:30–13:15 · ≈ €6 adult · rooftop included · check on the day

Padrão dos Descobrimentos Landmark quest

Monument to the Discoveries. Lift to the top.

Open Daily roughly 10:00–19:00 in summer
Taxi · 526 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
5

14:00–15:15 · ≈ €8 adult · check on the day

National Coach Museum Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Cool and indoor if it is hot.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–18:00 · closed Mondays

2 nights · Food ★ Recommended length

Eaters who plan the day around tarts, tascas and the market.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 92
Taxis: ≈ EUR 37

Day 1

Arrive, market and Baixa

Tickets ≈ EUR 30 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 13

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

13:00–14:15 · ≈ €10–20 per dish

Time Out Market

Late lunch. Many stalls, shared tables.

Open Daily roughly 10:00–24:00
Taxi · 723 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

15:00–16:30 · Free to wander

Chiado District Landmark quest

Walk it off. Shops roughly 10:00–19:00.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–19:00
Taxi · 748 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

17:00–17:30 · Free to walk · arch viewpoint charged separately

Praça do Comércio Landmark quest

Riverfront stroll.

Open Square always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 5
4

19:30–20:30 · ≈ €12–20 per plate in a tasca

Bacalhau à Brás Landmark quest

Order bacalhau à Brás at a simple tasca. Prices vary.

Open Lunch and dinner · varies by restaurant

Day 2

Belém tarts and Alfama dinner

Tickets ≈ EUR 47 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 18

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–09:00 · ≈ €1.50–2 per pastry · cash and card

Pastéis de Belém Landmark quest

Morning is quietest. Cash helps.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–23:00
Taxi · 239 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

09:30–11:00 · ≈ €12 adult · cloister included · check on the day

Jerónimos Monastery Landmark quest

Closed Mondays.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 09:30–17:30 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 1443 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

11:15–12:15 · ≈ €8 adult · check current ticket price

Belém Tower Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Check on the day.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–17:30 · closed Mondays · check on the day
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

17:30–19:30 · Free to wander

Alfama District Landmark quest

Wander, then pick a small restaurant for grilled fish.

Open Always open
5

20:30–22:00 · ≈ €20–40 with a drink · dinner packages cost more

Fado show in Alfama

Dinner and fado often combined. Book ahead.

Open Shows usually from roughly 20:00

Day 3

LX Factory, then fly

Tickets ≈ EUR 15 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 7

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

10:00–11:30 · Free to walk · food and shops extra

LX Factory walk

Brunch and coffee under the bridge. Busiest weekends.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–20:00 · busiest weekends
2

12:00–12:45 · Free to enter

Ler Devagar Landmark quest

Bookshop inside LX Factory. Check hours on the day.

Open Roughly Tue–Sun 10:00–20:00 · check on the day
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ EUR 7
3

13:30–14:30 · ≈ €12–20 per plate in a tasca

Bacalhau à Brás Landmark quest

Last lunch in Baixa before the airport.

Open Lunch and dinner · varies by restaurant

2 nights · History ★ Recommended length

Visitors who want the Age of Discovery and the old Moorish hill.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 72
Taxis: ≈ EUR 32

Day 1

Arrive, Baixa and the riverfront

Tickets ≈ EUR 21 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 12

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

14:00–14:30 · Free to walk · arch viewpoint charged separately

Praça do Comércio Landmark quest

Start at the triumphal arch.

Open Square always open
Taxi · 810 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

15:00–15:30 · ≈ €6 return · check on the day

Santa Justa Lift Landmark quest

Early afternoon is quieter than midday.

Open Daily roughly 07:00–22:00
Taxi · 384 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

16:00–17:30 · Free to wander

Chiado District Landmark quest

Historic streets and cafés.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–19:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 5
4

19:00–20:00 · ≈ €12–20 per plate in a tasca

Bacalhau à Brás Landmark quest

Simple dinner in Baixa.

Open Lunch and dinner · varies by restaurant

Day 2

Belém and the Discoveries

Tickets ≈ EUR 36 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 16

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–11:00 · ≈ €12 adult · cloister included · check on the day

Jerónimos Monastery Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. First slot.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 09:30–17:30 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 1443 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

11:15–12:15 · ≈ €8 adult · check current ticket price

Belém Tower Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Check on the day.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–17:30 · closed Mondays · check on the day
Taxi · 1221 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

12:30–13:15 · ≈ €6 adult · rooftop included · check on the day

Padrão dos Descobrimentos Landmark quest

Monument to the Discoveries.

Open Daily roughly 10:00–19:00 in summer
Taxi · 526 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
4

14:00–15:15 · ≈ €8 adult · check on the day

National Coach Museum Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Indoor and cool.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–18:00 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 410 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 4
5

15:30–16:00 · ≈ €1.50–2 per pastry · cash and card

Pastéis de Belém Landmark quest

Tart break before heading back.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–23:00

Day 3

Castle hill, then fly

Tickets ≈ EUR 15 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 4

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:30 · ≈ €15 adult · check on the day

São Jorge Castle Landmark quest

Morning light, fewer crowds.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–21:00 in summer · shorter in winter
Taxi · 573 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

10:45–12:45 · Free to wander

Alfama District Landmark quest

Old Moorish quarter lanes below the castle.

Open Always open
3

13:00–13:30 · Free

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

Quick view, then lunch nearby.

Open Always open

3 nights · Culture

First-timers who want tiles, viewpoints and fado in one easy loop.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 115
Taxis: ≈ EUR 45

Day 1

Arrive and ease into Chiado

Tickets ≈ EUR 21 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 8

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

15:00–16:30 · Free to wander

Chiado District Landmark quest

Flat, walkable streets. Shops close around 19:00.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–19:00
Taxi · 384 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

17:00–17:30 · ≈ €6 return · check on the day

Santa Justa Lift Landmark quest

Lift queues build fast. Walk up via the Carmo side if busy.

Open Daily roughly 07:00–22:00
Taxi · 1107 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

18:30–19:45 · ≈ €10–20 per dish

Time Out Market

Early dinner. Busy from about 20:00.

Open Daily roughly 10:00–24:00

Day 2

Belém monuments

Tickets ≈ EUR 43 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 21

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–11:00 · ≈ €12 adult · cloister included · check on the day

Jerónimos Monastery Landmark quest

First slot. Closed Mondays.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 09:30–17:30 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 239 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

11:15–11:45 · ≈ €1.50–2 per pastry · cash and card

Pastéis de Belém Landmark quest

Two minutes on foot. Warm from the oven.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–23:00
Taxi · 617 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

12:00–12:45 · ≈ €6 adult · rooftop included · check on the day

Padrão dos Descobrimentos Landmark quest

Riverside walk from the monastery.

Open Daily roughly 10:00–19:00 in summer
Taxi · 1221 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
4

13:00–14:00 · ≈ €8 adult · check current ticket price

Belém Tower Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Small inside, expect a short wait.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–17:30 · closed Mondays · check on the day
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 35 min · ≈ EUR 10
5

14:30–15:30 · ≈ €12–20 per plate in a tasca

Bacalhau à Brás Landmark quest

Lunch back in Baixa. Check opening times on the day.

Open Lunch and dinner · varies by restaurant

Day 3

Alfama hill and fado

Tickets ≈ EUR 43 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 8

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:00 · ≈ €3 single on board · day pass cheaper

Tram 28 ride

Board early to get a seat. Pickpockets work the crowds.

Open Roughly 06:00–23:00
Taxi · 494 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

10:15–11:45 · ≈ €15 adult · check on the day

São Jorge Castle Landmark quest

Walk up through Alfama. Peacocks and river views.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–21:00 in summer · shorter in winter
Taxi · 586 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

12:00–12:30 · Free

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

Short walk downhill. Tiled benches.

Open Always open
4

13:00–15:00 · Free to wander

Alfama District Landmark quest

Wander the lanes. Lunch in a small tasca.

Open Always open
5

20:00–21:30 · ≈ €20–40 with a drink · dinner packages cost more

Fado show in Alfama

Book ahead. Shows usually start around 20:00.

Open Shows usually from roughly 20:00

Day 4

Tiles or coaches, then fly

Tickets ≈ EUR 8 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 9

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

10:00–11:30 · ≈ €8 adult · check on the day

National Azulejo Museum Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Quiet on weekday mornings.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–18:00 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 8 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ EUR 9
2

12:30–14:00 · Free to walk · food and shops extra

LX Factory walk

Lunch among the shops. Busiest at weekends.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–20:00 · busiest weekends

3 nights · Food

Eaters who plan the day around tarts, tascas and the market.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 92
Taxis: ≈ EUR 53

Day 1

Arrive, market and Baixa

Tickets ≈ EUR 30 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 13

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

13:00–14:15 · ≈ €10–20 per dish

Time Out Market

Late lunch. Many stalls, shared tables.

Open Daily roughly 10:00–24:00
Taxi · 1081 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

15:00–15:30 · Free to walk · arch viewpoint charged separately

Praça do Comércio Landmark quest

Short walk to the river square.

Open Square always open
Taxi · 748 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

16:00–17:30 · Free to wander

Chiado District Landmark quest

Coffee and a bookshop stop.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–19:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 5
4

19:30–20:30 · ≈ €12–20 per plate in a tasca

Bacalhau à Brás Landmark quest

Dinner. Book or arrive early.

Open Lunch and dinner · varies by restaurant

Day 2

Belém and the tarts

Tickets ≈ EUR 28 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 30

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–09:30 · ≈ €1.50–2 per pastry · cash and card

Pastéis de Belém Landmark quest

Go early, warm from the oven.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–23:00
Taxi · 239 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

10:00–11:30 · ≈ €12 adult · cloister included · check on the day

Jerónimos Monastery Landmark quest

Closed Mondays.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 09:30–17:30 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 652 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

12:00–12:45 · ≈ €6 adult · rooftop included · check on the day

Padrão dos Descobrimentos Landmark quest

Riverside walk.

Open Daily roughly 10:00–19:00 in summer
Taxi · 1221 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
4

13:00–14:00 · ≈ €8 adult · check current ticket price

Belém Tower Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Check on the day.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–17:30 · closed Mondays · check on the day
Taxi · 24 km · ≈ 1 h 17 min · ≈ EUR 18
5

15:00–19:00 · Free · train fare extra

Cascais Beach Landmark quest

Train from Belém. Beach time and seafood. Water is cold.

Open Beach always open · lifeguards in summer

Day 3

Alfama tastes and fado

Tickets ≈ EUR 28 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 4

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:00 · ≈ €3 single on board · day pass cheaper

Tram 28 ride

Early ride to avoid crowds.

Open Roughly 06:00–23:00
Taxi · 697 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

10:30–12:30 · Free to wander

Alfama District Landmark quest

Market lanes and small bars.

Open Always open
3

13:00–13:30 · Free

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

Quick view before lunch.

Open Always open
4

20:00–21:30 · ≈ €20–40 with a drink · dinner packages cost more

Fado show in Alfama

Dinner and fado together. Book ahead.

Open Shows usually from roughly 20:00

Day 4

Brunch and fly

Tickets ≈ EUR 6 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 6

1

10:30–12:00 · Free to walk · food and shops extra

LX Factory walk

Weekend brunch spots. Busiest at weekends.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–20:00 · busiest weekends
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ EUR 6
2

12:30–13:00 · ≈ €6 return · check on the day

Santa Justa Lift Landmark quest

Short ride up if queues are short.

Open Daily roughly 07:00–22:00

3 nights · History

Visitors chasing the Age of Discovery and the old Moorish hill.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 105
Taxis: ≈ EUR 56

Day 1

Arrive and the river square

Tickets ≈ EUR 15 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 9

1

15:00–15:30 · Free to walk · arch viewpoint charged separately

Praça do Comércio Landmark quest

Start at the arch. Square always open.

Open Square always open
Taxi · 748 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

16:00–17:30 · Free to wander

Chiado District Landmark quest

Walk up through the shopping streets.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–19:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 5
3

19:30–20:30 · ≈ €12–20 per plate in a tasca

Bacalhau à Brás Landmark quest

Dinner in Baixa.

Open Lunch and dinner · varies by restaurant

Day 2

Belém in full

Tickets ≈ EUR 36 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 16

1

09:30–11:00 · ≈ €12 adult · cloister included · check on the day

Jerónimos Monastery Landmark quest

First slot. Closed Mondays.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 09:30–17:30 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 1443 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

11:15–12:15 · ≈ €8 adult · check current ticket price

Belém Tower Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Short wait for the tower stairs.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–17:30 · closed Mondays · check on the day
Taxi · 1221 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 4
3

12:30–13:15 · ≈ €6 adult · rooftop included · check on the day

Padrão dos Descobrimentos Landmark quest

Monument to the Discoveries.

Open Daily roughly 10:00–19:00 in summer
Taxi · 526 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
4

14:00–15:15 · ≈ €8 adult · check on the day

National Coach Museum Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Good in midday heat.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–18:00 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 410 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 4
5

15:30–16:00 · ≈ €1.50–2 per pastry · cash and card

Pastéis de Belém Landmark quest

Sweet finish before the tram back.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–23:00

Day 3

Castle hill and fado

Tickets ≈ EUR 40 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 4

1

10:00–11:30 · ≈ €15 adult · check on the day

São Jorge Castle Landmark quest

Walk up through Alfama.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–21:00 in summer · shorter in winter
Taxi · 573 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 4
2

12:00–14:00 · Free to wander

Alfama District Landmark quest

Old lanes and lunch.

Open Always open
3

14:30–15:00 · Free

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

River view over the rooftops.

Open Always open
4

20:00–21:30 · ≈ €20–40 with a drink · dinner packages cost more

Fado show in Alfama

Evening in a fado house. Book ahead.

Open Shows usually from roughly 20:00

Day 4

Tiles or a day trip, then fly

Tickets ≈ EUR 14 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 28

1

10:00–11:30 · ≈ €8 adult · check on the day

National Azulejo Museum Landmark quest

Closed Mondays. Tells Lisbon's tile story.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 10:00–18:00 · closed Mondays
Taxi · 41 km · ≈ 2 h 7 min · ≈ EUR 28
2

12:30–14:30 · ≈ €6 palace ticket · check on the day

Mafra Palace Library Landmark quest

Bus from the city, about an hour. Closed Mondays. Check times on the day.

Open Tue–Sun roughly 09:30–17:30 · closed Mondays

Swap in instead

Swap a city day for Sintra: train from Rossio, about 40 minutes, to palaces and gardens. Go early, it gets crowded.
Take a half-day trip to Cascais or Belém by train along the river for beaches and the tower.
Spend an evening in a fado house in Alfama or Mouraria; book ahead and expect a cover charge.

Getting around

Metro is fast and cheap; red line links the airport to the centre with one change.
Carris buses and trams cover the city; buy a rechargeable Navegante card for about €0.50.
Trams 15 and 28 are scenic but crowded; watch for pickpockets.
Taxis use meters; insist on the meter and keep a receipt.
Uber, Bolt and FreeNow work in Lisbon; look for the TVDE sign on the car.
Driving in the centre is slow and parking is hard; walking and bikes work well on flat Baixa.

Where to stay

Baixa · ≈ EUR 90–220 a night
Flat, central grid near the river, tram 15 and metro. Easiest base for first-timers and walking.
Alfama · ≈ EUR 80–200 a night
Oldest quarter, steep lanes and fado bars. Charming but hilly and noisy at night.
Chiado · ≈ EUR 120–280 a night
Upscale shopping and cafés, walkable to Baixa and Bairro Alto. Good mix of comfort and location.
Bairro Alto · ≈ EUR 85–200 a night
Nightlife heart; quiet by day, loud on weekend nights. Close to Chiado and Príncipe Real.

Food & drink

Try a pastel de nata warm with cinnamon; the famous Belém bakery queues are long, many cafés are just as good.
Eat grilled sardines and bacalhau (salt cod) in a simple tasca; lunch menus often cost €8–15.
Order a bifana (pork sandwich) or a prego for a cheap snack, about €3–6.
Seafood is best near the river and in Cascais; check the price per kilo before ordering.
Vegetarian and vegan options are growing in Chiado and Príncipe Real; check menus on the day.

Tips

Wear extremely comfortable shoes with good grip — the cobblestone streets (calçada) are steep and slippery
Eat a fresh Pastel de Nata (custard tart) sprinkled with cinnamon, preferably in Belém
Ride Tram 28 early in the morning or late at night to avoid massive tourist crowds
Dinner is traditionally eaten late, usually starting around 8:30 PM or 9:00 PM
Listen to live Fado music in the Alfama or Bairro Alto districts for an authentic cultural experience

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

Tours & activities

Take this tour to unlock 3 landmark quests

Pena Palace

Quinta da Regaleira

Cascais Beach

Visit Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira
See Cabo da Roca and Cascais coast
24,651 reviews · 4.7 rating

Entry includedFull-day tour

Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira & Cabo Roca & Cascais Coast

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$27View tour

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Pena Palace

Pena Palace Park

Explore Pena Palace and its park
Flexible entrance time
22,005 reviews · 4.3 rating

Skip-the-lineEntry included

Sintra: Pena Palace and Park Entrance Ticket

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$13View tour

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Bairro Alto

Authentic Fado performance
Glass of wine included
7,377 reviews · 4.8 rating

Live musicWine included

Lisbon: Top-Rated Authentic Fado Show & Wine

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$17View tour

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Belém Tower

Padrão dos Descobrimentos

Cruise past Belém Tower
See Padrão dos Descobrimentos from the water
6,549 reviews · 4.3 rating

Welcome drinkRiver views

Lisbon: Tagus River Cruise with Welcome Drink

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$17View tour

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Estadio da Luz

Behind-the-scenes stadium tour
Visit SL Benfica Museum
4,788 reviews · 4.7 rating

Stadium tourMuseum entry

Lisbon: Luz Stadium Tour & SL Benfica Museum Entry

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$30View tour

Souvenirs

Portuguese canned sardines

EUR 12–243 cans, 120g each · estimate

Canned sardines are a classic Portuguese food, and this Lisbon shop has been around for generations. They make a practical take-home gift.

Where: Conserveira de Lisboa, Rua dos Bacalhoeiros

Choose by fish type and oil preference rather than by the label design.

Azulejo ceramic tile

EUR 12–301 newly made tile · estimate

Azulejos are hand-painted glazed tiles that decorate buildings and homes across Portugal. They are a defining part of Lisbon's look.

Where: Sant'Anna workshop or Cortiço & Netos

Avoid antique tiles of unclear origin, since some may come from demolished buildings.

Portuguese cork wallet

EUR 20–501 piece · estimate

Cork crafting is a Portuguese tradition, and the material is soft, light, and water-resistant. Lisbon shops sell many cork goods.

Where: Cork & Co, Bairro Alto

Check the lining and the glue finish at the edges before buying.

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Getting in

Getting around

Weather by month

Climate

Landmarks 31

Must-see · 6

Belém Tower

Jerónimos Monastery

São Jorge Castle

Praça do Comércio

Padrão dos Descobrimentos

Santa Justa Lift

Cultural

Castle 3

Old Town 2

Urban Hub 2

Christian 1

Museum 2

Modern Architecture 2

Palace 3

Garden 1

Historical Square 2

University 1

Bridge 1

Natural

Beach 1

River 1

Activities

Food 1

Football Stadium 2

Bookstore 1

Zoo 1

Library 1

Aquarium 1

Cruise Tour 1

Cable Car 1

Day trips from Lisbon

Sintra · 40 min by train

What to see

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Cascais · 40 min by train

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Coimbra · 1 h 36 by train

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Queluz · 17 min by train

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Setúbal · 37 min by bus

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Plans

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

São Jorge Castle Landmark quest

Alfama District Landmark quest

National Azulejo Museum Landmark quest

Senhora do Monte viewpoint

Fado show in Alfama

Pastéis de Belém Landmark quest

Jerónimos Monastery Landmark quest

Time Out Market

Chiado District Landmark quest

Bacalhau à Brás Landmark quest

Bairro Alto Landmark quest

Jerónimos Monastery Landmark quest

Belém Tower Landmark quest

Padrão dos Descobrimentos Landmark quest

São Jorge Castle Landmark quest

Alfama District Landmark quest

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

São Jorge Castle Landmark quest

Alfama District Landmark quest

National Azulejo Museum Landmark quest

Fado show in Alfama

Pastéis de Belém Landmark quest

Jerónimos Monastery Landmark quest

Bacalhau à Brás Landmark quest