5 Days in Lisbon: A Journey Through History and Nature

Stancu Mihai

17 Oct 2023

Explore the stunning palaces, breathtaking viewpoints, and vibrant gardens of Lisbon in this 5-day itinerary. Immerse yourself in the rich history and natural beauty of the city as you visit iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious pastries, and discover hidden gems along the way.

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Day 1

$38

$ 18

The Leaf Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

41 - 50 min

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Understated, nature-themed rooms in a casual hotel offering a gym, plus a restaurant with a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

36 - 44 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

14 - 17 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$18

13 - 16 min

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Vast, leafy park featuring hiking/mountain biking trails, sports facilities & a picnic area.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Sloped, scenic park featuring tree-lined walking paths, manicured lawns & distant water views.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Understated, nature-themed rooms in a casual hotel offering a gym, plus a restaurant with a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$58

$ 27

The Leaf Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Understated, nature-themed rooms in a casual hotel offering a gym, plus a restaurant with a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

6 - 9 min

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Large, airy bakery cafe offering Portuguese baked goods including tarts & breads.

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

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$10

12 - 15 min

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

1:45 PM - 2:45 PM

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$10

9 - 11 min

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Trees line this landscaped garden, with plant-filled greenhouses, waterfalls & a kids' playground.

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Quaint city square & popular meeting spot with monumental statue of the legendary 16th-century poet.

4:45 PM - 5:15 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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

5:45 PM - 6:15 PM

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12 - 15 min

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This popular observation deck with a pergola offers dramatic views of Lisbon & the Tagus River.

6:45 PM - 7:15 PM

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Free

Landscaped botanical garden with global plants & trees, plus a bank of rare & endangered seeds.

7:45 PM - 8:45 PM

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Understated, nature-themed rooms in a casual hotel offering a gym, plus a restaurant with a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$70

$ 18

The Leaf Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Understated, nature-themed rooms in a casual hotel offering a gym, plus a restaurant with a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Located in a churchyard, this highest point in the neighborhood offers panoramic views of the city.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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This popular terrace offers dramatic, panoramic views of city rooftops & the water beyond.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

7 - 10 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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2 - 3 min

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Waterside public plaza with a notable arch & statue, lined with outdoor cafes & shopping venues.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$13

17 - 26 min

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

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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23 - 28 min

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

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Over 2km-long, this striking Golden Gate-style suspension bridge links Lisbon with Almada.

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

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

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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$20

Understated, nature-themed rooms in a casual hotel offering a gym, plus a restaurant with a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

$43

$ 27

The Leaf Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Understated, nature-themed rooms in a casual hotel offering a gym, plus a restaurant with a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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Lush public garden with an iconic cypress tree in its center, plus a playground & frequent events.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$20

27 - 33 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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Catholic statue dedicated to Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ, inspired by Rio's Christ the Redeemer.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$13

12 - 15 min

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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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17th-century baroque church turned into modern-day mausoleum for tombs of national celebrities.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$10

Major flea market, open Tues & Sat, with an eclectic mix of housewares, clothing, antiques & media.

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

Understated, nature-themed rooms in a casual hotel offering a gym, plus a restaurant with a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 5

$107

$ 27

The Leaf Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

Directions

Understated, nature-themed rooms in a casual hotel offering a gym, plus a restaurant with a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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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

19 - 23 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

30 - 36 min

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17km long cable-stayed bridge, designed by Armando Rito & opened in 1998, spanning the River Tagus.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Nautical sail-shaped, 145m-high tower, adjacent to a hotel, with an observation platform at the top.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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$13

7 - 10 min

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

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$54

Contemporary science museum with interactive exhibits, experiments, workshops & kids' play areas.

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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$18

Understated, nature-themed rooms in a casual hotel offering a gym, plus a restaurant with a terrace.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $427 In total

Activities & Food:$314

Transport:$113