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The 6 Best Things to Do in Lisbon
Tiled alleys, hilltop miradouros, and pastéis de nata
Lisbon is a sun-washed city of seven hills, yellow trams, and river light. Expect cobbled Alfama lanes, soulful fado, and some of Europe’s best value for food and wine.
BEST TIME
March–June and September–October
TYPICAL BUDGET
$1,300–$2,400 per person for a week
6 best things to do in Lisbon
1
Ride Tram 28 through Alfama
2
Sunset at Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
3
Pastéis de Belém straight from the oven
4
Day trip to the palaces of Sintra
5
Time Out Market food hall
6
LX Factory for design shops and street art
How to fit it into a day
Ride Tram 28 through Alfama
Spend the morning on the highlight, then in the afternoon or evening: sunset at miradouro da senhora do monte.
See it laid out day by day: the 4-day Lisbon itinerary →
LOCAL TIP
Wear real walking shoes — the calçada cobblestones are steep and slick.
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