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What to see, what to do Lisbon?
The 10 good reasons to go Lisbon
Heritage and history
In Lisbon, museums stand alongside Roman remains and palaces
The party at every corner
Lisbon has an intense nightlife, especially in summer!
Treat your taste buds
Nata pasta from the oven, grilled chorizo, seafood, fresh fish, hum..
Real traditions
The festivities are still going strong, as evidenced by the Santos Populares in June
Sunshine almost all year round
Lisbon has a record sunshine rate! Even in winter, the weather is fine
White sandy beaches
Between the Cascais Riviera and the beaches of the south, you have a lot of choice.
A city with many faces
You can feel the Brazilian and African flavours in the music and the food
Art in the street
Between improvised concerts and street art frescos, art is everywhere in Lisbon
Warmth... human
The hospitality and kindness of the Lisbon people will make you want to stay.
Getting lost in the alleys
The best way to discover the city: walk along the colourful buildings
What to visit Lisbon?
Lisbon's must-see attractions
Let's say it straight away: Lisbon will charm, enchant and amaze you all at the same time! The capital of Portugal is an attractive city that has made contrasts its uniqueness. A mix of periods and styles, popular and bobo, sometimes nostalgic, sometimes joyful, it radiates the pleasure it brings to its visitors. Because Lisbon is a European gastronomic capital, a wealth that it would be a pity to deprive oneself of. With sunny dishes ...
Interview: My Lisbon
by Charlène Dief, author of the guide
It was when Charlène left for Lisbon for a weekend at random that she fell in love with the city. She quickly decided to settle there and took part in a project mixing tourism and street-art, thanks to which she got to know the city of the seven hills. She loves discovering and sharing good tips, so it was only natural that she became an author of travel guides.
See the video of the interviewGood to know to visit Lisbon
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Timetable
TimetableOpening hours are quite similar to those in France (between 9am and 7pm). Be careful, many historic sites have summer and winter schedules. Check their website carefully. Here, no breaks during the day to take a nap like their Spanish neighbours. If you do guided tours, take the morning session instead (especially in summer because of the heat). Closing days are generally Monday or Tuesday and December 25, January 1 and Easter
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To be booked
To be bookedThere is no need to book in advance for the city's museums. If you go to Sintra and want to visit palaces, we advise you to book your ticket(s) on the internet before your stay. This will save you disappointment. In addition, you can benefit from a discount for a purchase of coupled tickets
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Budget & Tips
Budget & TipsTickets can be free or with discounts (up to 50%) for Lisboa Card holders, a pass sold at the Turismo de Lisboa branches. It is valid for a list of attractions for 24h, 48h or 72h. Some museums are free on the first Sunday of the month or on Sunday mornings. This is usually specified on their website. Possibility to visit museums free of charge on International Museum Day (May).
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Main events
Main eventsTHE big event in the city of Lisbon takes place in June. St. Anthony is celebrated on the evening of June 12, but there are demonstrations throughout the month. The Portuguese are looking forward to this as early as May
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Guided tours
Guided toursAt the Ask me Lisboa tourist office (www.visitlisboa.com), located on the Place du Commerce or Restauradores, you will find documentation on different types of guided tours and activities. There are panoramic buses in Lisbon that offer tours of the city (yellow bus- www.yellowbustour.com) but also tours on more original themes such as food tours, bike rides along the Tagus, street art tours..
