Lisboa 🚃
The City of Saudade
Lisbon is the stunning capital city of Portugal, and is one of the most
charismatic and vibrant cities of Europe. It is a city that effortlessly
blends traditional heritage, with striking modernism and progressive
thinking.
As a holiday destination, Lisbon offers a rich and varied
history, a buzzing nightlife and is blessed with a glorious year-round
climate. This guide will provide an introduction to Lisbon, by answering
some of the common holiday questions and providing links to further
in-depth information.
How long should I spend in a visit to Lisbon?
Lisbon takes around three days to discover and is the ideal destination for a weekend city-break. A holiday to Lisbon
could be extended to seven or ten days to include all of the enjoyable day trips in the surrounding region
(all of which
can be visited using public transport).
Close to Lisbon is a coastline of beautiful sandy beaches and a holiday to Lisbon could also include a few days relaxing
on these glorious beaches. Suggested itineraries for a holiday to Lisbon could include:
A City-break to Lisbon
- Day 1 Alfama, Baixa, Cais do Sodre and Chiado
- Day 2 Belém, Alcântara and a night out in Bairro Alto
- Day 3 Parque das Nações, Estrela or Príncipe Real
An extended holiday to Lisbon region
- Day 4 Day trip to Sintra
- Day 5 Day trip to Cascais
- Day 6 Day trip to Setubal or Sesimbra
- Day 7 Day trip to Óbidos or Mafra & Ericeira