Best Things To Do in Lisbon, Portugal
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Lisboa Story Centre
(322 Votes)
This may be the best place to begin your tour of Lisbon. The centre, via 6 beautiful exhibits, takes you through the story of Lisbon came to be, by the way of the 5 most important events in Lisbon’s history. This covers the period of Portugal’s first settlers and their myths and legends; the creation of the city and its increasing global role; the 1755 earthquake and its impact; the...Read more -
Museu Do Fado
(122 Votes)
The musical tradition of Fado is more or less unique to Portugal. Indeed, they say it was born right here in Alfama. This delightful museum, set in an old water-pumping station, explores the origins, technical and historical development, and influences of this style. Visitors to the museum will be treated to an excellent multilingual audio-guide that will take them through multimedia exhibits, ...Read more -
Gare De Oriente
(868 Votes)
A stunning modern marvel in the Western territory of Lisbon is the Gare do Oriente, It is a standout amongst the most significant transport center points in the nation's capital. The Gare Do Oriente is a multi-purpose station and hence is a hub for tourists that certainly makes it worth a look but what is striking is the architecture. The roof, built in the form of waves especially is its most ...Read more -
Ornithologically, the Tagus is the most essential estuary in Portugal. Around 240 separate species of birds are found here. this area has been turned into a natural reserve in the city of Lisbon. The estuary is nice and wide with broad mudflats and saltmarshes, and expansive reedbeds in the north. It is truly the perfect area for water birds of all kinds. You will get to see an amazing variety ...Read more -
Feira Da Ladra
(90 Votes)
Lisbon’s oldest and most legendary market began in the middle ages. When it first began, many of the goods sold here likely had dubious origins – hence the name. Today, though, it is quite a flourishing flea market with decent assortments of random goods (books, magazines, vinyl records, B&W pictures, old cameras, tiles) in addition to old furniture and antiques. Make sure to ar...Read more -
O'gilins Irish Pub
(180 Votes)
Styled as Lisbon’s first Irish pub, this place was opened in 1995 by Connor Gillen. In classical style, its revolving doors lead into a room of wooden décor and warm colors. Friday and Saturday are Celtic music nights; it gets quite lively. Sunday is the night of English Quizzes. In addition to Irish cider, you do get quite a good variety of international beers. The snacks and fing...Read more -
Lx Factory
(121 Votes)
“Companhia de Fiação e Tecidos Lisbonense”, a threads and fabrics Company, opened up one of Lisbon’s most important manufacturing spaces over a 23000 metres square area. Today, that space is the heart of Lisbon’s art and design district. It’s the absolute opposite of a tourist trap, and absolutely unmissable. The following places are must visit here: ...Read more -
Palace Of The Marquises
(186 Votes)
Built in 1671 as a hunting pavilion, the palace is still the private residence of the Marquesses of Fronteira. As such, all visits to inside the palace are guided. Multi-lingual guides will take you through one of the most beautiful houses in all of Lisbon. Check out: Room of the Battles, with scenes from the Portuguese Restoration War. The 16th century chapel The Dining Room, decorated with p...Read more -
In 1640, Portugal won back its independence from Spain after 60 years of dominion. This square was built to commemorate the restoration of Portuguese independence. At its heart is a striking monument – a 30 metre high obelisk, with two statues of Victory and Freedom. On the monument you’ll find the names and dates of the battles fought for independence. The monument and square are s...Read more -
Mosteiro De Sao Vicente De Fora
(152 Votes)
This church and monastery is one of the most important buildings of mannerist style in Portugal. It is built on the site of an older church which was in turn built on the burial site of the Portuguese soldiers and northern European crusaders who fought the Moors. The original 16th century building was severely damaged in the 1755 Earthquake. After restoration, in 1855, the monastery became home...Read more -
Carris Museum
(89 Votes)
You know a city take pride in its achievements when it boasts of its public transport by way of a museum. This cute museum exhibits some beautifully restored historic Lisbon trams, buses and horse drawn carriages. It also takes you through the story of Lisbon’s public transport via reports, photos, uniforms, transport tickets, and workshop equipment. Recently, the museum has opened up a t...Read more -
Museu Do Oriente
(240 Votes)
Portugal enjoyed its own flourishing colonial period, finding much success in the Orient, Indonesia and Japan. The beautifully presented museum exhibits Portugal’s finds and appropriations from those lands, covering ceramics, textiles, furnishings, paintings, and masks. Some of the museum’s highlights are: Rare Chinese and Japanese screens and Ming porcelain The Gods of Asia sectio...Read more -
Vasco Da Gama Tower
(506 Votes)
One word: views. This 145 metre high tower, built for the Expo 98 World’s Fair, has a viewing platform on top, at about 120 metres. Right below the platform is an upscale restaurant. Next to the tower is a high-rise hotel building. For the longest time during the last decade, the tower and the platform were closed for renovation. Thankfully, they are now accessible again. There’s no...Read more -
Miradouro De Santa Catarina
(244 Votes)
No one knows quite when it happened, but this lookout became the favourite hangout for Lisbon’s more bohemian populace. High up on one of Lisbon’s old hills, the lookout gazes over Tagus River, the neighbourhoods of Lapa and Madrago and the roof of the St. Pall parish church. Towering over the lookout is a great statue of Adamastor, or Northwind, the mythical sea monster from the Po...Read more -
A Ginjinha
(154 Votes)
Ginja is an iconic Portuguese cherry liqueur, and there’s no better place to have it than the historical bar famous for serving it up – A Ginjinha. It can barely be called a bar though. It is more of a bar-front, where barely three people at a time can be seated. Don’t mind the sticky pavement; it’s traditional for drinkers to spit out the pit after chewing on the cherry...Read more
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What is open on Easter Sunday in Lisbon? In Sintra? What would be a good itinerary for Easter Sunday?
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There is a high possibility that most of the attractions will be closed in Lisbon on Easter Sunday. Also, it isn't recommended to visit Sintra as most of the crowd will visit it on that day. A few of the attractions that you might find open include MAAT Museum, Fado Museum, Oceanarium, The Discoveries Monument in Belem, and Sao Jorge Castle.
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