Lisbon

Lisbon climbs over seven hills above the Tagus river: tiled façades, viewpoints at every turn, petiscos in neighbourhood tascas, and Atlantic beaches a short train ride away.

Places we love here

• Culture

  Alfama lanes

  The oldest quarter, a maze of stairways and small squares.

• Culture

  Belém riverside

  Monastery, tower and riverside monuments west of the centre.

• Nature

  Cascais coast

  A seaside town and beaches reached by the coastal train.

• Experiences

  LX Factory

  A former industrial complex of studios, shops and restaurants.

• Food

  Mercado da Ribeira

  A market hall with stalls from local chefs alongside a traditional produce market.

• Viewpoints

  Miradouro da Senhora do Monte

  One of the highest viewpoints, beautiful at sunset.

• Food · lesser-known

  Neighbourhood tasca dinner

  Small family-run tascas in Graça and Mouraria serve grilled fish and petiscos.

• Culture

  Sintra day trip

  Palaces and forested hills about 40 minutes by train.