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5 Days in Lisbon: A Journey of Culture and Beauty

Leena

18 Nov 2023

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Experience the vibrant city of Lisbon in this 5-day itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Portugal's capital.

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Day 1

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$117

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$ 14

Oceanário de Lisboa

Modern, waterside aquarium with ocean habitats for sharks, rays, penguins & tropical fish.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$81

20 - 24 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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$24

16 - 20 min

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Santa Justa Lift

Cast-iron elevator with filigree details, built in 1902 to connect lower streets with Carmo Square.

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$11

Day 2

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$61

Time Out Market Lisboa

8:00 AM - 9:00 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.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Arco da Rua Augusta

Ornate 18th-century triumphal arch with sculpted figures & views over the city center.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$6

2 - 3 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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$19

20 - 30 min

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Castelo de S. Jorge

11th-century, hilltop Moorish castle & royal residence with palace ruins & archaeological museum.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$36

7 - 10 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

Day 3

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$34

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$ 14

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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$19

13 - 16 min

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Carmo Convent

Ruined Gothic church destroyed by an earthquake in 1755, with an evocative roofless nave & museum.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

7 - 10 min

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Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara

This sizable, landscaped terrace with a fountain offers panoramic views of the city.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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LX Factory

This historical industrial complex houses an array of arty retailers & unique restaurants.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 4

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$68

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$ 7

Belém Tower

Landmark medieval fortified tower on tiny river island with rooftop terrace offering estuary views.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$30

11 - 16 min

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Centro Cultural de Belém

Large 1980s-built venue including space for concerts, opera & ballet, plus exhibition galleries.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 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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$15

3 - 4 min

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MAAT

Museum in an old riverside power station, with renewable energy & electrical phenomena exhibits.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$23

Day 5

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$84

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$ 14

Jerónimos Monastery

Late Gothic Manueline-style monastery housing archaeology & maritime museums in its wings.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$30

15 - 18 min

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Queluz National Palace

Grand, 18th-century summer retreat & royal palace with ornate state rooms & gardens.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$24

36 - 44 min

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Mafra National Palace

Grand European baroque palace & religious complex with ornate monastery, church & renowned library.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $408 In total

Activities & Food:$363

Transport:$46