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Lisbon is a wonderful coastal city that has great nightlife and food. With some great day-trip options mixed in with a vibrant city, Lisbon makes for a great European vacation. Take a stroll down the beach or through the stone streets for a quality Portuguese experience.
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Things to do in Lisbon
Ride the tram: Lisbon is famous for its tram lines, which take you through different parts of the city, including the iconic Tram 28.
St. George’s Castle: A historic castle that served as the location of fortifications occupied successively by Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, and Moors, before its conquest by the Portuguese.
Caxias: To the west of Lisbon central, this enclave of sand and sea is where many surfers retreat on the weekend.
Aqueduto das Águas Livres: An aqueduct that was made to relieve Lisbon’s perpetual summertime water shortages in the past.
Palace of the Marquises of Fronteira: A stunning palace and garden showing the city’s former glory and the majestic architecture during the 1600s and 1700s in Portugal.
Sintra: Municipality in the Greater Lisbon region of Portugal that has several historic palaces, castles, scenic beaches, parks, and gardens.
Nazare: A coastal area about an hour from the city center of Lisbon known for having some of the biggest waves in the world, where only professional surfers are allowed to surf
Places to eat & drink in Lisbon
Alma: High-end restaurant with avant-garde local meat and seafood dishes, plus an extensive wine list.
Augusto Lisboa: Hip brunch eatery serving savory toasts, banana bread and salads, plus coffee, juice, and ice cream.
Sala de Corte: Polished eatery offering aged meats, light bites, and cocktails in a warmly furnished dining area.
Pastéis de Belém: Large, airy bakery cafe offering Portuguese baked goods, including tarts and breads.
A Taberna Do Mar: Elevated Portuguese-Japanese fusion cuisine served in a compact restaurant with a tasting menu.
Salta: Modern neighborhood restaurant serving a unique fusion of Asian and Latin American-inspired cuisine.
A Nossa Casa: Easygoing restaurant with a local & global menu focusing on seafood and meat plates, plus wine.
Need to know
Lisbon can make for a relaxing vacation for anyone interested in beautiful architecture, coastal surfer vibes, and much more. Bring your walking shoes, as much of the city is steep, but almost everyone speaks English and takes credit cards for payment, so it’s an easy travel spot.
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