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5 Days in Lisbon: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Isabel Hernán

Isabel Hernán

4 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Lisbon in this 5-day itinerary filled with iconic landmarks, delicious food, and breathtaking views.

Trip to Lisbon

Day 1
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$87

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$ 18

Lisbon10

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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São Bernardo - Alimentação
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
19 - 23 min

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Ponte 25 de Abril
Over 2km-long, this striking Golden Gate-style suspension bridge links Lisbon with Almada.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Praça do Comércio
Waterside public plaza with a notable arch & statue, lined with outdoor cafes & shopping venues.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
8 - 11 min

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Arco da Rua Augusta
Ornate 18th-century triumphal arch with sculpted figures & views over the city center.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
5 - 8 min

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Lisbon Cathedral
Earthquakes have led to this cathedral being rebuilt many times in different architectural styles.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$8
3 - 4 min

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Quiosque Portas do Sol
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$22
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.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Lisboa Tu e Eu
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$71

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$ 18

Lisbon10

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Domino's Pizza
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
25 - 30 min

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Sanctuary of Christ the King-Portugal
Catholic statue dedicated to Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ, inspired by Rio's Christ the Redeemer.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
4 - 5 min

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Time Out Market Lisboa
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Elevador da Bica
19th-century cable railway with 2 small cars riding up & down a quaint street with a sharp incline.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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$5
2 - 3 min

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Natraj Tandoori - Rossio
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
15 - 22 min

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Santa Justa Lift
Cast-iron elevator with filigree details, built in 1902 to connect lower streets with Carmo Square.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$8
19 - 23 min

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Miradouro da Graça
This popular terrace offers dramatic, panoramic views of city rooftops & the water beyond.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Parque Eduardo VII
Sloped, scenic park featuring tree-lined walking paths, manicured lawns & distant water views.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Varanda Ritz Four Seasons
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$102

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$ 14

Lisbon10

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Quiosque das Amoreiras
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
22 - 27 min

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Reservatório da Mãe d'Água das Amoreiras
Ornate 18th-century reservoir complex with fountains that herald the arrival of Lisbon’s water.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
21 - 26 min

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Telecabine Lisbon - North Station
Aerial lift to a height of 30 meters over the Tagus River, with panoramic views of the Nations Park.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
8 - 11 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.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Café da Garagem
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$12
24 - 35 min

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Castelo de S. Jorge
11th-century, hilltop Moorish castle & royal residence with palace ruins & archaeological museum.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$25
5 - 8 min

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Glória Funicular
This painted tram with a wood-&-brass interior climbs a steep hill to reach panoramic city views.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$5
Hard Rock Café
Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$78

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$ 14

Lisbon10

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Lumi Rooftop
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
11 - 16 min

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Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara
This sizable, landscaped terrace with a fountain offers panoramic views of the city.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Tram 28
Classic yellow trams retaining original 1930s features like brass dials & polished wood interiors.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8
14 - 17 min

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Mercado de Santa Clara
Major flea market, open Tues & Sat, with an eclectic mix of housewares, clothing, antiques & media.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Boa-Bao
Asian Foods, Cocktails and Sphere
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
4 - 5 min

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Carmo Convent
Ruined Gothic church destroyed by an earthquake in 1755, with an evocative roofless nave & museum.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$10
Bairro do Avillez
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$110

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$ 9

Lisbon10

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Pastéis de Belém (Fábrica dos Pastéis de Belém)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
4 - 6 min

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Pastéis de Belém
Large, airy bakery cafe offering Portuguese baked goods including tarts & breads.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$5
5 - 8 min

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Praça do Império Garden
Monumental green space with a formal, quadrangular layout, a circular fountain & statuary.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
12 - 17 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.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
9 - 14 min

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Belém Tower
Landmark medieval fortified tower on tiny river island with rooftop terrace offering estuary views.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$15
15 - 22 min

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À Margem
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$28
6 - 9 min

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Jerónimos Monastery
Late Gothic Manueline-style monastery housing archaeology & maritime museums in its wings.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$20
Pastéis de Belém (Fábrica dos Pastéis de Belém)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $517 In total

Activities & Food:$448
Transport:$70