You can’t go to Portugal without visiting the Portuguese capital. You should spend at least 2 full days in Lisbon. I don’t like big cities, but Lisbon has a charm I loooove. Be aware that you will walk up and down a lot because Lisbon is a hilly city.
Portugal’s capital city is filled with cobbled streets, well-known restaurants & different activities. Follow along as I recommend my favorite things to do in Lisbon!
Belém Tower is one of the most popular historical attractions in Lisbon. I recommend doing this activity first thing in the morning so there aren’t too many tourists.
While you are at the Belém Tower, you can eat breakfast at Pasteis de Belém. They offer a great variety of pastries, but the most important thing to try is Pastel de Nada. This is technically a dessert, but I ate it for breakfast and I won’t tell anyone if you do the same. They invented this tasty dessert in 1837. Don’t miss it!!
If you are searching for affordable food with various options, run to the Time Out Market. This place is my go-to every time I go to Lisbon. You will find the city’s best food and drinks. Time Out Market is always full of people, so you will never be alone. It’s the perfect choice if you are traveling with a group of people with different tastes.
If you want to spend money shopping or eating, Augusta Street is definitely for you! You can easily spend an entire afternoon walking around on Augusta Street.
The best way to do it is to start at the Elevador de Santa Justa and walk all the way down to the Rua Augusta Arc. You’ll be walking on beautiful cobbled the entire time.
São Jorge Castle is another great historical activity. At the entrance of the castle, you will find a beautiful terrace where you can enjoy a drink while looking at the best viewpoint in the whole city. After that, you can visit the castle, which can take up to half a day if you take your time. You will see beautiful peacocks walking around freely.
Tram 28 is an iconic symbol of Lisbon. The yellow tramway is something you need to do at least one time. It starts in Plaza Martim Moniz and goes into many well-known neighbourhoods such as Alfama, Baixa & Chiado. In Plaza Martim Moniz there are many signs saying Tram 28 “starts here”. It costs €3. If you plan on doing a ride, consider going early in the morning that’s when it’s quieter. You can wait 40–50 minutes to get on the tramway when it’s very busy.
