Lisbon’s diplomatic quarter. It’s also home to the superb Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, Portugal’s national gallery. Down below, on the riverfront, the regenerated district of Santos is known
Besides being thecapital of Portugal, Lisbonis the country's most populous city (about 570 thousand inhabitants), and around three million people live in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area. This is the largest urban area in the country (followed byPorto), as well as the westernmost capital in Europ...
Fado, often called the “soul of Portugal,” is a traditional music genre that originated in Lisbon. It is characterized by haunting melodies and melancholic lyrics that touch the heart and stir the emotions. On this tour, your knowledgeable guide will introduce you to the best Fado venues in...
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a must-see when visiting Portugal’s capital. The monastery took over 100 years to build and was designed in the Manueline style (also known as Late Portuguese Gothic). The monks were primarily involved with helping sailors and mariners who anchored offshore,...
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May 2023 – Yvonne ofNow In Portugal, resident:“Portugal in general is experiencing a huge tourism bump, and is considered one of the most safest countries in Europe. The only issue is that as Lisbon is such a popular destination, it can get quite crowded in the summer months. To avoid...
Insight:Portugal is a relatively small country with an excellent express train network connecting Porto, Lisbon and the Algarve. It is fairly easy to fly into one of Portugal's three airports (Lisbon, Porto and Faro) and travel by train to a different region of the country. ...
We’ve eaten at one of the most famous restaurants inPortugal, and at little bars that only serve liquor and Portuguese sandwiches. And, because we generally travel for food and drink, Lisbon is one of our absolute favorite cities. There’s so much variety when it comes toPortuguese alcohol...
Discover the charm of one of Europe’s most historic cities with this self-guided walking tour of Lisbon, Portugal! Lisbon Walking Tour: Lisbon is one of the top travel destinations in Europe for a reason. With picturesque cobblestone streets, centuries-old castles, and coastal views, it’s ...
Discover the charm of one of Europe’s most historic cities with this self-guided walking tour of Lisbon, Portugal! Lisbon Walking Tour: Lisbon is one of the top travel destinations in Europe for a reason. With picturesque cobblestone streets, centuries-old castles, and coastal views, it’s ...