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4 Days in Lisbon: A Journey Through History and Beauty

Christiane Bubenick

30 Oct 2023

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Join me on a thrilling 4-day adventure in Lisbon, Portugal. Explore iconic landmarks like Praça do Comércio, Miradouro de Santa Luzia, and Fado Museum. Indulge in delicious pastries at Pastéis de Belém and immerse yourself in the rich history of Belém Tower. Get ready for an unforgettable trip!

Trip to Lisbon

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

+

$150

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$ 22

Dear Lisbon - Gallery House

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Praça do Comércio

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$63

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

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

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Fado Museum

Exhibition on traditional fado, with audiovisual displays & archives, plus a cafe with concerts.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$50

14 - 21 min

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Directions

Miradouro da Graça

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

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Santa Justa Lift

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

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$38

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Praça Luís de Camões

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

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

+

$175

·

$ 22

Dear Lisbon - Gallery House

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Carmo Convent

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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$50

21 - 32 min

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Directions

Castelo de S. Jorge

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$125

Time Out Market Lisboa

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

+

$200

·

$ 87

Dear Lisbon - Gallery House

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Directions

Telecabine Lisbon - North Station

Aerial lift to a height of 30 meters over the Tagus River, with panoramic views of the Nations Park.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$63

20 - 24 min

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Directions

Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

Displays of art from Greek to Roman & Asian to European, plus gardens, shop & restaurant.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$88

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Pastéis de Belém

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

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Padrão dos Descobrimentos

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

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

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$50

Day 4

+

$175

·

$ 66

Dear Lisbon - Gallery House

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Directions

National Coach Museum

Ornate, 16th–19th century royal carriages displayed in an opulent, 18th-century palace riding arena.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$75

8 - 10 min

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Directions

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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$100

Budget breakdown: $896 In total

Activities & Food:$700

Transport:$196