Overview
Tiled facades, rattling trams and miradouros with river views. Lisbon is sociable, affordable by Western European standards and packed with hostels built for meeting people.
Top things to do
Get lost in Alfama
The oldest quarter, full of fado bars and viewpoints.
Day-trip to Sintra
Fairytale palaces in the hills, 40 minutes by train.
Time Out Market
A sociable spot to eat solo at communal tables.
Surf at Costa da Caparica
Beginner-friendly beach breaks a short hop from the city.
5-day sample itinerary
- 1
Alfama & Baixa
Tram 28, viewpoints and a fado dinner.
- 2
Belém
Monastery, pastéis de nata and riverside.
- 3
Sintra
Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira.
- 4
Beach day
Surf lesson at Caparica.
- 5
LX Factory & onward
Brunch, shopping and travel on.