There's more to do in Lisbon than just seeing the sights. Within minutes you can find
yourself laying on the sand and swimming in the ocean, playing golf by the coast, surfing
in World Championship waves, enjoying a drink at one of Europe's most vibrant nightlife
neighborhoods, or taking advantage of the city's relatively low prices and shopping
'til you drop.
We have prepared a list of
sights,
museums, ideas for the
Top 10
Lisbon experiences,
suggest a few itineraries. and let you know about all the upcoming
events in the city.
To get the best views and take the perfect photos of it all, we recommend
visiting the many
vantage points dotted around the city, and if you're short on time,
you may take one of the many
professionally organized
excursions within the capital or to outlying areas like
Sintra or Estoril.
And don't hesitate to sample the local cuisine.
Lisbon has some of the best-value
restaurants
and
cafés of any European city, serving large portions at
sensible prices.
Also don't forget to take a look at our shopping
directory that provides all the information you need to buy whatever
you wish, or if you're more of a night owl, you may like to check out some
of the
city's bars
and
clubs.
Looking to experience some of the local culture? Consider a night at a
fado house to listen to
the city's melancholic and nostalgic music.
To enjoy the outdoors, choose one of the many beautiful
beaches around the city.
Surfers will be in paradise on these shores, as will golfers, who will find excellent
golf
courses.
Whatever your preference, you can be sure
that there is always plenty to do in Lisbon.
