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Lisbon
Seven hills, tiled façades, and the Tagus at the bottom of every street.
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Lisbon Airport (Humberto Delgado) (LIS) · 7km from centre · 15–20 min
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What to know before you go
Ride tram 28 early, before the queues build — or walk the same route through Alfama for free
The monuments at Belém (Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower) take a full morning — go at opening
The miradouros — São Pedro de Alcântara, Senhora do Monte, Portas do Sol — give the best views in the city for nothing
Sintra is an easy train ride away — reserve Pena Palace timed slots ahead in peak season
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Getting around Lisbon
Lisbon's metro, trams, buses, and funiculars cover the city, and the hills make the funiculars and the Santa Justa lift more than a novelty. A rechargeable Viva Viagem card works across all of them. The airport is only about 7 km from the centre on the metro red line. CP trains reach Sintra and Cascais in under an hour, both easy day trips.
Best time to visit
March to June and September to October are ideal — warm, bright, and less crowded than the July–August peak. Winter is mild and quiet, with the miradouros and Belém worth a visit year-round.
Frequently asked questions about Lisbon
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
March to June and September to October are the sweet spot — warm, bright days without the peak summer heat or crowds. July and August are hot and busy, though the city stays lively into the evening. Winter is mild by northern European standards, quiet, and good value; the miradouros and Belém reward a visit year-round.
What are the must-do things to do in Lisbon?
A ride on the number 28 tram and a wander through Alfama are the classic first-day pairing, along with the monuments at Belém — the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower. Add a pastel de nata straight from the oven and a sunset from the Miradouro da Senhora do Monte, and you've got the shape of the city.
What free things can you do in Lisbon?
A great deal of Lisbon costs nothing but the walk up to it. The miradouros — São Pedro de Alcântara, Senhora do Monte, Portas do Sol — give you the best views in the city for free, and the streets of Alfama, Mouraria, and the Baixa are the attraction in themselves. Time it for a weekend and the Feira da Ladra flea market at Campo de Santa Clara is free to browse.
How do I get around Lisbon?
The metro, trams, buses, and funiculars cover the city, and the famous hills mean the funiculars and Santa Justa lift earn their keep. A rechargeable Viva Viagem card works across all of them. The airport is only about 7 km out on the metro red line, and CP trains reach Sintra and Cascais in well under an hour for day trips.
How many days do you need in Lisbon?
Three days covers the city without rushing — one for the centre and the miradouros, one for Belém and the river, one for Alfama and a day of wandering. A fourth day frees you up for Sintra or the beaches at Cascais, both an easy train ride away.
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