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10 Days in Lisbon: A Journey of Discovery

Nelson Marruffo

Nelson Marruffo

19 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Lisbon, Portugal. Explore historic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and soak in the breathtaking views from the city's most stunning viewpoints.

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Viator

Day 1
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$64

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$ 18

Varanda Ritz Four Seasons
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
5 - 8 min

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Parque Eduardo VII
Sloped, scenic park featuring tree-lined walking paths, manicured lawns & distant water views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Jardim da Estrela
Trees line this landscaped garden, with plant-filled greenhouses, waterfalls & a kids' playground.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara
This sizable, landscaped terrace with a fountain offers panoramic views of the city.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Valdo Gatti
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
Day 2
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$63

Café Janis
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
2 - 3 min

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Time Out Market Lisboa
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Praça Luís de Camões
Quaint city square & popular meeting spot with monumental statue of the legendary 16th-century poet.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Santa Justa Lift
Cast-iron elevator with filigree details, built in 1902 to connect lower streets with Carmo Square.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$15
5 - 8 min

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Arco da Rua Augusta
Ornate 18th-century triumphal arch with sculpted figures & views over the city center.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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$8
12 - 17 min

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Quiosque Portas do Sol
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$24
3 - 4 min

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Miradouro de Santa Luzia
This popular observation deck with a pergola offers dramatic views of Lisbon & the Tagus River.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
Located in a churchyard, this highest point in the neighborhood offers panoramic views of the city.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$68

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$ 9

O Mercado
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
4 - 6 min

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LX Factory
This historical industrial complex houses an array of arty retailers & unique restaurants.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Padrão dos Descobrimentos
Statue built in 1940 and made permanent in 1960 to mark 500 years since Henry the Navigator's death.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$20
7 - 10 min

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À Margem
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
Day 4
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$172

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$ 9

Pastelaria Fradinho
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
3 - 4 min

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Mafra National Palace
Grand European baroque palace & religious complex with ornate monastery, church & renowned library.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$40
38 - 46 min

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Belém Tower
Landmark medieval fortified tower on tiny river island with rooftop terrace offering estuary views.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$40
12 - 18 min

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O Careca
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$56
Day 5
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$160

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$ 18

Casa dos Fofos de Belas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
9 - 11 min

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Queluz National Palace
Grand, 18th-century summer retreat & royal palace with ornate state rooms & gardens.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$32
16 - 20 min

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Calouste Gulbenkian Museum
Displays of art from Greek to Roman & Asian to European, plus gardens, shop & restaurant.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$32
5 - 8 min

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Pasta Non Basta
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$56
Day 6
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$106

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$ 9

Cafetaria Mensagem
Cozinha intemporal do mundo e uma esplanada com vista desafogada sobre a marina e o rio Tejo.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$28
9 - 14 min

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Centro Cultural de Belém
Large 1980s-built venue including space for concerts, opera & ballet, plus exhibition galleries.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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MAAT
Museum in an old riverside power station, with renewable energy & electrical phenomena exhibits.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$30
8 - 11 min

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O Frade
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$48
Day 7
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$124

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$ 18

Pastéis de Belém (Fábrica dos Pastéis de Belém)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
7 - 10 min

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Jerónimos Monastery
Late Gothic Manueline-style monastery housing archaeology & maritime museums in its wings.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$40
22 - 27 min

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Ponte 25 de Abril
Over 2km-long, this striking Golden Gate-style suspension bridge links Lisbon with Almada.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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O Bolo da Marta
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
Day 8
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$208

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$ 9

A Padaria Portuguesa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
8 - 10 min

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Oceanário de Lisboa
Modern, waterside aquarium with ocean habitats for sharks, rays, penguins & tropical fish.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$108
10 - 15 min

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The Old House
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$60
Day 9
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$137

Cervejaria A Nova Pombalina
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
4 - 5 min

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Praça do Comércio
Waterside public plaza with a notable arch & statue, lined with outdoor cafes & shopping venues.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
20 - 30 min

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Castelo de S. Jorge
11th-century, hilltop Moorish castle & royal residence with palace ruins & archaeological museum.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$48
8 - 12 min

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Café da Garagem
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
Day 10
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$155

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$ 9

Dear Breakfast - Alfama
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
3 - 4 min

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Lisbon Cathedral
Earthquakes have led to this cathedral being rebuilt many times in different architectural styles.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
12 - 17 min

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Carmo Convent
Ruined Gothic church destroyed by an earthquake in 1755, with an evocative roofless nave & museum.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$20
16 - 20 min

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Lisbon Zoo
City zoo keeping 300 species, with children's farm & conservation program, plus daily dolphin shows.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$48
21 - 32 min

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Restaurante O Carvoeiro de Palma
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$36

Budget breakdown: $1353 In total

Activities & Food:$1257
Transport:$96