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A Week in Lisbon: Exploring the Vibrant Portuguese Capital

Isabel Hernán

Isabel Hernán

4 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day adventure in Lisbon, Portugal's enchanting capital. Discover historic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of this captivating city.

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Viator

Day 1
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$97

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$ 9

Lisbon10

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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

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Casa Chinesa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
9 - 14 min

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Santa Justa Lift
Cast-iron elevator with filigree details, built in 1902 to connect lower streets with Carmo Square.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
7 - 10 min

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Museu de Lisboa - Teatro Romano
This museum features unearthed ruins of the ancient Roman theater of the city of Olisipo.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$10
4 - 6 min

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Praça do Comércio
Waterside public plaza with a notable arch & statue, lined with outdoor cafes & shopping venues.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
3 - 4 min

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Da Prata 52
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$22
4 - 5 min

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Arco da Rua Augusta
Ornate 18th-century triumphal arch with sculpted figures & views over the city center.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$5
Cotidiano Lisboa
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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$79

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$ 9

Lisbon10

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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O Corvo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
7 - 10 min

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Castelo de S. Jorge
11th-century, hilltop Moorish castle & royal residence with palace ruins & archaeological museum.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
4 - 5 min

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Miradouro de Santa Luzia
This popular observation deck with a pergola offers dramatic views of Lisbon & the Tagus River.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 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
4 - 5 min

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Le Petit Café
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$12
India Gate
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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$88

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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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$12
36 - 44 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
12 - 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Tram 28
Classic yellow trams retaining original 1930s features like brass dials & polished wood interiors.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$8
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Restaurante Zé dos Cornos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
Restaurante Zé dos Cornos
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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$80

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$ 9

Lisbon10

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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

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COMOBA Lisboa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
3 - 4 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.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$5
14 - 21 min

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Time Out Market Lisboa
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Carmo Convent
Ruined Gothic church destroyed by an earthquake in 1755, with an evocative roofless nave & museum.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
6 - 9 min

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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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
7 - 10 min

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Glória Funicular
This painted tram with a wood-&-brass interior climbs a steep hill to reach panoramic city views.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$5
5 - 8 min

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Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara
This sizable, landscaped terrace with a fountain offers panoramic views of the city.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Valdo Gatti
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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$98

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$ 27

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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$24
11 - 14 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
12 - 18 min

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Belém Tower
Landmark medieval fortified tower on tiny river island with rooftop terrace offering estuary views.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
10 - 12 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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$10
20 - 24 min

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O Bolo da Marta
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
29 - 35 min

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Ponte 25 de Abril
Over 2km-long, this striking Golden Gate-style suspension bridge links Lisbon with Almada.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Restaurante Ponto Final
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$95

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$ 22

Lisbon10

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Semana8
Comida chinesa Dim Sum, shangai e comida picante.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
18 - 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.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
23 - 28 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.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
19 - 23 min

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Parque Eduardo VII
Sloped, scenic park featuring tree-lined walking paths, manicured lawns & distant water views.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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À Margem
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$24
6 - 9 min

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Jerónimos Monastery
Late Gothic Manueline-style monastery housing archaeology & maritime museums in its wings.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$20
Pastéis de Belém (Fábrica dos Pastéis de Belém)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Lisbon10
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $628 In total

Activities & Food:$536
Transport:$92