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In the summer months, Lisbon swelters under a cerulean blue dome. ‘A praia’ (to the beach) sings out from the city’s sun-kissed, begonia blossomed streets as surf boards are stacked on top of cars and everyone makes for the beachy ‘burbs of Cascais and Estoril – 20 minutes drive from the city-centre. The aim being to cool off in the frosty Atlantic, get some sand between their toes, and tuck into the seaside classic of a plate of garlicky ameijoas (clams) washed down with a tumbler of brain-freeze cold lager.
Set against the ever-present backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, this dainty sun-kissed city lives in a Latin fairytale of timeworn manners and traditions.
Just check out the century-old wooden trams and iron funiculars that still lurch and rumble their way among the seven steep hills over which this city lies. Or witness the best of this bygone heritage by wandering through the Baixa district, where age-old herbalists, haberdashers and tailors rub shoulders in the baroque streets of the ornate city centre.
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Lisbon information
Currency Euro €
Language Portugese
Time Zone GMT+00:00
Avg. Flight Time 2h 45m
Peak Travel May-October
Price of a pint £2.20
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Castelo de Sao Jorge
Towering over the city from its lofty post atop the hill, Sao Jorge Castle is visible from most of the historic centre of Lisbon should you just gaze up. Dating back to the medieval era, the castle has been home to a number of royal family members including King Ferdinand I who added the walled compound, with a whopping 77 towers, to keep a look out over the city and...more
Oceanario de Lisboa & Lisbon Zoo
Europe’s largest indoor aquarium provides a great day out for those with children in tow, and is an interesting experience for adults alike. Home to all manners of aquatic life, from sharks and rays, to sea urchins, octopus, and coral, plus it’s one of the few places in the world that offers the chance to get face-to-face with the ocean sunfish – the world’s heaviest...more
Bairro Alto and Chiado
Lisbon rivals the best European cities when it comes to indulgent food and drink – and it’s certainly not all sardines and custard tarts. The region abounds with restaurants, cafes, and bars serving a flavoursome combo of tapas, seafood, and fresh, locally grown fruit and vegetables. Bairro Alto, to the west of the city, comes alive at night when bars which looked...more
The Lisbon Coast
There aren’t many capital cities in Europe that boast ocean-front living, yet Lisbon is one of the lucky ones. Framed by the Atlantic Ocean, a stroll through the historic centre brings you out into the fresh air of the waterfront, where you’ll find locals relaxing with a good book on the stairs and teens skateboarding along the smoothed mosaic square attempting tricks and...more
Old Quarter
Lisbon’s Old Quarter, known as Alfama, is a wonderful place to get lost in. It’s here you’ll find the city’s famous castle peering down from the hilltop, cradled by a maze of intricate alleyways and cobblestoned lanes that tempt you with the promise of authentic coffee shops and ice cream parlors, or the lingering melody of bells ringing out from one of the many churches...more
Alfama Flea Market & beyond
There’s no doubt that Lisbon has its fair share of exclusive boutiques and glamourous designer stores, but it balances these well with an impressive choice of markets, too. Mercado da Ribeira is your best option for seafood, where local and highly talented chefs cook up tasty delicacies for visitors to devour on the spot. Claiming the title of the oldest flea market in...more
Elevador de Santa Justa
Built in the 19th century, this lofty wrought-iron structure is nestled in amongst the quaint cafes and souvernir shops in the historic centre of the city, seemingly bursting from nowhere as you round the corner to come face to face with it. The elevator was originally constructed to save citizens from having to make the arduous climb up Largo do Carmo, or Carmo Hill....more
Museum Hop
Lisbon isn’t renowned for its museums but has notable collection that combine art, history, and design for those who are interested in more niche topics. Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga houses decorative pieces from Portugal, Asia and Africa including sculptures and paintings. The popular Museu Nacional dos Coches displays forms of transport used by the Portuguese Royals –...more
