Lisbon
Seven hills, one tram ride at a time. One way from €49.
Why visit Lisbon?
Pastel façades, tiled stairways and riverside sunsets. Lisbon rewards slow wandering—through Alfama's lanes, up to a miradouro, and out to Belém for pastries.
Don't miss
- Alfama & São Jorge Castle
- Belém Tower
- LX Factory
- Sintra day trip
Where to stay
Read before you go
48 hours in Lisbon: a weekend itinerary
Trams, tiles and custard tarts. Here's how to see the best of Portugal's capital in one long weekend.
Seafood on the Lisbon coast: what to eat and where
Grilled sardines, clams in garlic and fried cuttlefish: the Lisbon coast is a seafood lover's dream. Here's what to order.
Lisbon on a budget: how to enjoy the city without overspending
Free viewpoints, cheap ferries, honest lunches and a few smart transport choices make Lisbon one of Europe's best-value capitals.
Lisbon in winter: fado nights, warm tarts and uncrowded streets
Mild days, soft light and cosy evenings make winter a quietly magical season to visit Lisbon.
Tiles, Manueline stone and modern riverside icons: Lisbon's architecture explained
From decorated tiles to maritime-themed monasteries and bold new buildings, how to read Lisbon's streets and facades.
Wild beaches of the Sintra coast
Beyond Sintra's palaces lies a dramatic Atlantic coast of cliff-backed beaches, sea stacks and Europe's westernmost point.