Central Portugal

Lisbon District

Things to do in Lisbon

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Things to Do in Lisbon

Neighbourhood food tours. Day trips to beaches. The city's got it all. Start by strolling the cobblestone streets of Alfama, then hit Bairro Alto for buzzing nightlife.

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Ways to tour Lisbon

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Sintra-Cascais: 2 palaces & most complete tour, approx. 10hours!
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Historical Tours
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Undiscovered Lisbon Food & Wine Tour with Eating Europe
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Food & Drink
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AU$166
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Lisbon: Half Day Sightseeing Tour on a Private Electric Tuk Tuk
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Full-day Tours
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AU$127
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Full-Day Best of Sintra and Cascais
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Bus Tours
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AU$134
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Lisbon Small-Group Portuguese Food and Wine Tour
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Spring Break
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Three cities in one day: Porto, Nazare and Obidos from Lisbon
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Historical Tours
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AU$184
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Half-Day Small-Group Fátima Tour from Lisbon
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Bus Tours
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AU$94
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2 Hour Lisbon Sunset and Wine Sailing Tour
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Spring Break
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AU$75
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True 4Hour/Half day TukTuk Tour of Lisbon - Local Overview!
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Private and Luxury
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AU$218
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Small group Sintra, Pena Palace, option Regaleira, Roca, Cascais
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AU$96
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Walking Tours

Top Attractions in Lisbon

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1. Oceanário de Lisboa

Aquariums

Oceanário de Lisboa is one of the largest aquariums in Europe featuring over 15,000 marine creatures from 500 species. It is centered around one main central tank and several smaller habitats spread over two floors, and showcases both terrestrial and marine ecosystems. You can even spend a night here and sleep with sharks. The building 'floats' in a bay off Parque de Nacoes in eastern Lisbon riverside frontview—you can walk to the Oceanário de Lisboa via a walkway across the water. This attraction is a popular stop on hop-on hop-off bus tours in Lisbon which includes audio guides in several languages. – Tripadvisor

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2. Alfama

Neighbourhoods

Wonderful sights delight walkers at every turn in this culturally rich and charming part of Lisbon, which through its architecture reminds visitors of its Visigothic roots, Arabic influence and fishing port heritage.

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3. Mosteiro dos Jeronimos

Historic Sites

No expense was spared when they built this masterpiece of Manueline and Gothic architecture in 1502, which was inspired by Vasco da Gama who is buried here with other great navigators of the past.

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4. Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)

Points of Interest & Landmarks

One of the biggest squares in Europe, this stylish area in downtown Lisbon often displays beautiful works of art and sculpture, and is a great place for a leisurely stroll.

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5. Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

Art Galleries

With works ranging from Antiquity to the early 20th century, the Founder’s Collection comprises more than six thousand pieces gathered throughout Calouste Sarkis Gulbenkian’s life, including Egyptian Art, Greco-Roman Art, Islamic Arts, Painting, Sculpture and European Decorative Arts. Works by great masters such as Rubens, Rembrandt, Turner, Degas and René Lalique’s largest set of jewels are just a few examples of what can be found in one of the best private collections in the world. Besides the Founder’s Collection, the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum is also comprised by the Modern Collection, which features the largest and most complete collection of modern and contemporary Portuguese Art. The Calouste Gulbenkian Museum is surrounded by one of the most emblematic modern gardens in Portugal, open all year. The Museum offers a wide range of facilities to improve the visitor’s experience: three cafeterias overlooking the Garden, a museum shop, free cloackroom service and free Wi-Fi.

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6. Torre de Belém

Points of Interest & Landmarks

A 16th-century tower which serves as a monument to Portugal's Age of Discovery on both land and sea.

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7. Castelo de S. Jorge

Historic Sites

Standing proudly on Lisbon's highest hill, this historic castle offers panoramic views of the city all around it. The fort dates back to the Moorish times in the 11th century, and has served as military barracks and royal chambers. Currently, it's a national monument which is home to a museum and archaeological site, though most people visit for the fantastic views and gardens to relax in. There are free and paid guided tours available in the ticket, as well as regular free demos for the camera obscura which provides 360º detailed views of the city in real-time

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8. Bairro Alto

Neighbourhoods

Home to art galleries and a historic monastery (Convento do Carmo), Bairro Alto is one of the busiest districts of Lisbon after dark. Locals and travelers pack its narrow streets to hang out outside the area’s countless bars. Try ginjinha, a local liqueur, as you listen to live fado music. During the day, you can stroll through the neighborhood's narrow streets and check out the quaint boutiques and cafes. To get to Bairro Alto, take the eye-catching Glória Funicular at Liberdade Avenue. It’ll drop you off at the São Pedro de Alcântara viewpoint, where you'll get commanding views of the city. – Tripadvisor

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9. Museu Nacional do Azulejo

Speciality Museums

A must-see for people interested in the history and design of ceramic tiles, this specialty museum houses a splendid collection of decorative tiles dating from the 15th century to the present.

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10. Chiado

Neighbourhoods

This is the fashionable shopping district in Lisbon.

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11. Miradouro da Senhora do Monte

Lookouts

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this miradouro / panoramic landmark gives the largest view over Lisbon.

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12. Padrao dos Descobrimentos

Monuments & Statues

Erected in the honor of Portugal's Prince Henry the Navigator in 1960, this is a dramatic work of art in stone that commemorates Portugal's many famous explorers and adventurers.

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