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4 Days in Lisbon: Unveiling the City's Treasures

Syahmi Jalani

Syahmi Jalani

17 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Lisbon's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover magnificent landmarks, delve into ancient monasteries, and immerse yourself in the city's artistic heritage. Join me as I explore the hidden gems of Portugal's capital.

Trip to Lisbon

Day 1Unveiling the Age of Discoveries
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$30

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$ 9

Padrão dos Descobrimentos
Statue built in 1940 and made permanent in 1960 to mark 500 years since Henry the Navigator's death.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$10
12 - 17 min

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Belém Tower
Landmark medieval fortified tower on tiny river island with rooftop terrace offering estuary views.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$20
11 - 14 min

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Pastéis de Belém
Large, airy bakery cafe offering Portuguese baked goods including tarts & breads.
No time set
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Time Out Market Lisboa
No time set
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Free
Day 2A Spiritual Retreat and Architectural Wonders
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$30

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$ 5

Jerónimos Monastery
Late Gothic Manueline-style monastery housing archaeology & maritime museums in its wings.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
25 - 30 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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$10
Day 3Conquering the Castle in the Sky
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$24

Castelo de S. Jorge
11th-century, hilltop Moorish castle & royal residence with palace ruins & archaeological museum.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$24
Day 4A Tapestry of Art and History
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$29

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$ 5

National Tile Museum
Museum of decorative azulejo tiles housed in a 16th-century monastery with a spectacular chapel.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
16 - 20 min

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Calouste Gulbenkian Museum
Displays of art from Greek to Roman & Asian to European, plus gardens, shop & restaurant.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$16

Budget breakdown: $130 In total

Activities & Food:$113
Transport:$18