✨3 Days Tour to Visit Lisbon
Day 1: Exploring Historic Lisbon
Praça do Comércio: Start your day at this grand riverside square, a central point of Lisbon with beautiful arcades and the impressive Arco da Rua Augusta.
Tip: Climb the Arco da Rua Augusta for panoramic views of the city.
Wander through the Baixa district, the heart of Lisbon rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake, characterized by its neoclassical architecture and grid pattern streets.
Visit Rossio Square, a bustling area with shops, cafes, and the striking wave-patterned cobblestone pavement.
Alfama District:
Explore Lisbon’s oldest neighborhood with its narrow, winding streets.
Castelo de São Jorge: Climb up to this historic castle for breathtaking views over Lisbon and the Tagus River.
Miradouros (Viewpoints):
Visit Miradouro de Santa Luzia, Miradouro da Graça and Miradouro da Senhora do Monte for some of the best views of the city.
Miradouro de Santa Luzia
Miradouro da Graça
Miradouro do Monte
Fado Music Experience:
Have dinner at a traditional Fado restaurant in Alfama or Bairro Alto, where you can listen to the soulful Portuguese music that’s a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Day 2: Belém and the Discoveries
Belém District:
Start your day with a visit to the Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site and masterpiece of Manueline architecture.
Belém Tower: Explore this iconic fortress that once guarded the entrance to Lisbon’s harbor.
Padrão dos Descobrimentos (Monument to the Discoveries): Learn about Portugal’s Age of Exploration.
Pastéis de Belém:
Tip: Although the pastéis de Belém are the original, there are other places to enjoy pastéis de nata, without the long wait in a line that can last over 40 minutes, at Pastéis de Belém.
MAAT (Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology):
Visit this contemporary museum located along the riverfront, offering engaging exhibitions and modern architecture.
LX Factory:
Head to this trendy area, a former industrial complex now home to creative spaces, shops, cafes, and street art.
Riverfront Stroll and Dinner:
Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Tagus River, and choose a riverside restaurant for dinner to savor Portuguese cuisine with scenic views.
Day 3: Modern Lisbon and Cultural Highlights
Parque das Nações:
Explore the modern side of Lisbon, developed for Expo '98. Visit the Oceanário de Lisboa, one of the world’s largest aquariums.
Stroll along the waterfront promenade and enjoy the contemporary architecture.
Cable Car Ride:
Take a ride on the Telecabine Lisboa cable car for fantastic views over the Parque das Nações and the Tagus River.
Avenida da Liberdade:
Walk down this elegant boulevard lined with trees, luxury shops, and beautiful buildings.
Parque Eduardo VII
Bairro Alto and Chiado:
Spend your evening in these lively neighborhoods. Explore the bohemian Bairro Alto with its vibrant nightlife, and chic Chiado with its shops, cafes, and theaters.
Bairro Alto
Chiado
Elevador de Santa Justa: Ride this historic lift for a unique view of the city.
Additional Tips
Transport: Although Lisbon as excellent public transport system, including trams, buses, and the metro, I definitely recommend you, to get a tuk tuk driver, because he can take you, to the exact places, and wait for you to visit them. And I know the best tuk tuk driver (smiletourslx)
The home for unique & authentic travel
