Your smart guide to Lisbon
What is worth your time in Lisbon, what to book ahead, and what you can simply walk up to. Written to be read on the plane.
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Explore Lisbon
- Lisbon in 3 days: a realistic itinerary
A three-day Lisbon itinerary grouped by area, with the old town on day one, Belém and the river on day two, and Sintra on day three.
- Best things to do in Lisbon
The Lisbon sights worth your time, grouped by area so you walk less, with what to book ahead and what to skip.
Experiences
- Lisbon food tours: how to choose a good one
Walking food tour, wine tasting, pastel de nata class or dinner with fado? What each Lisbon food experience includes and who it suits.
- Lisbon boat tours on the Tagus
Sunset sail, catamaran or private boat? How Lisbon boat tours differ, where they leave from and what to check before you book.
Attractions
- Lisbon attraction tickets: what to book ahead
Which Lisbon attractions need a ticket in advance, which you can just walk into, and when the Lisboa Card actually saves you money.
Day trips
- Lisbon to Sintra: train or day trip?
How to get from Lisbon to Sintra by train, when a guided day trip is the better choice, and how to see Pena Palace without wasting the day.
Travel tips
- Lisbon airport transfer: how to get to the city centre
Metro, taxi, ride-hailing or a pre-booked car? How to get from Lisbon airport to your hotel, and which option suits your arrival.
Digital guides
- Lisbon in 3 days, on one PDF
The day-by-day plan from this site with timings, transport between stops and what to book ahead. Works offline on your phone.