Things to do in Lisbon

Hilly, walkable, and one of Western Europe's best-value capitals. Trams, tiled facades, miradouros (viewpoints), and a custard tart on every corner.

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Why go to Lisbon

Belem: Tower & Jeronimos Monastery
Two UNESCO landmarks side by side, plus the original pasteis de Belem next door.
Castelo de Sao Jorge
A Moorish hilltop castle with the best panorama over the city and the river.
Tram 28 through Alfama
The iconic yellow tram rattling past cathedrals, viewpoints, and tiled facades.
Day trip to Sintra
Fairytale palaces in the hills, 40 minutes by train; Pena Palace is the showstopper.
Time Out Market
The city's best chefs and producers under one roof in a buzzing food hall.

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Not feeling Lisbon?

Buy a rechargeable Viva Viagem card at any metro and load Zapping credit; it beats single tickets across metro, tram, and ferries.
Tap water is safe and good; skip the bottled water.
Several national museums are free on the first Sunday of the month, and many on Sunday mornings until 2pm.
Tram 28 is famous for pickpockets in peak season; keep your bag zipped and in front.

Rental car

Reach day trips and beaches the buses do not, on your own schedule.

Tours & activities

Skip-the-line tickets and day trips, often cheaper booked ahead.

Data eSIM

Maps and rides the minute you land, no roaming bills.