3-Day Adventure in Lisbon: Exploring the Best Sights and Hidden Gems

Felix Torres

15 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Lisbon, Portugal's vibrant capital. Discover iconic landmarks like Elevador da Bica, Santa Justa Lift, and Arco da Rua Augusta. Immerse yourself in history at Lisbon Cathedral and Castelo de S. Jorge. Marvel at the exquisite National Tile Museum. Explore the cultural wonders of Carmo Convent, Oceanário de Lisboa, and Lisbon Zoo. Unwind at LX Factory and soak in the beauty of Padrão dos Descobrimentos, Belém Tower, Museu de Marinha, and Jerónimos Monastery. Get ready for an incredible adventure filled with rich history, stunning architecture, and delightful surprises.

Trip to Lisbon

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$63

$ 9

Moxy Lisbon City

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

Modern rooms, some featuring balconies, in a hip hotel with a 24-hour cafe/bar & a rooftop pool.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

Directions

19th-century cable railway with 2 small cars riding up & down a quaint street with a sharp incline.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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5 - 8 min

Directions

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 - 11 min

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

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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12 - 18 min

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Earthquakes have led to this cathedral being rebuilt many times in different architectural styles.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

Museum of decorative azulejo tiles housed in a 16th-century monastery with a spectacular chapel.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$13

Modern rooms, some featuring balconies, in a hip hotel with a 24-hour cafe/bar & a rooftop pool.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$89

$ 18

Moxy Lisbon City

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

Modern rooms, some featuring balconies, in a hip hotel with a 24-hour cafe/bar & a rooftop pool.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$10

16 - 20 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$54

City zoo keeping 300 species, with children's farm & conservation program, plus daily dolphin shows.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$25

Modern rooms, some featuring balconies, in a hip hotel with a 24-hour cafe/bar & a rooftop pool.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$60

$ 14

Moxy Lisbon City

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

Modern rooms, some featuring balconies, in a hip hotel with a 24-hour cafe/bar & a rooftop pool.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Statue built in 1940 and made permanent in 1960 to mark 500 years since Henry the Navigator's death.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$10

12 - 17 min

Directions

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$20

8 - 12 min

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Seagoing history with collections of model ships, maritime artifacts & ornate 18th-century barges.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$10

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

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$20

Modern rooms, some featuring balconies, in a hip hotel with a 24-hour cafe/bar & a rooftop pool.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $251 In total

Activities & Food:$212

Transport:$40