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04.2020

10 things to do in Lisbon

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Marta Couto
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For such a small European capital, there are no lack of reasons for its charm, Lisbon, nestled on the Riverside, hides treasures, secrets and many peculiarities.

  1. Lisbon attracts those looking for good weather, well-known by having one of the mildest climates in Europe, which makes it a good place to visit all year around! Its most iconics viewpoints call both tourists and locals alike. Highlight for the viewpoints of São pedro de Alcântara, Graça and Santa Luzia.
  2. Lisbon is one of the liveliest cities in Europe and this characteristic is notorious in certain places in the city, bohemian life is very popular, with emphasis on Bairro Alto and Cais do Sodré, where locals and foreigners mix in bars and in narrow streets, to just have fun!
  3. In Lisbon, it’s difficult not to pay attention to all the details, the Portuguese Cobblestone is spread throughout the city of Lisbon, making it a true work of art!
  4. Lisbon is also a city dedicated to gastronomic pleasures. The "pastel de belém" and "ginjinha" are sweets, but there are many other good things to taste in the city.
  5. One of the best reasons to visit Lisbon is a few kilometers away from the center…The village of Sintra, which is worth a day's tour, and offers tourists a stunning setting!
  6. Cascais also offers all the pleasures and comforts of a sophisticated European seaside within minutes of the capital!
  7. Next to the Tejo River there is an icon of Lisbon and Portugal, everyone knows it as Torre de Belém and is a jewel of architecture with several decorative elements associated to the Discoveries period. From the rooftop you can admire the incredible views of the Tejo River, the area of Belém and the South Bank.
  8. Even if you are not a Catholic, the Cristo Rei monument is another monument worth visiting because it has a magnificent view over Lisbon, the Tejo river, the Sintra mountains and the 25 de Abril Bridge.
  9. Baixa Pombalina, as well as Chiado, are unavoidable destinations, it concentrates numerous points of tourist interest and have an excellent offer of cultural spaces.
  10. For those who like to bargain, ’Feira da Ladra’’ is a popular street market where some new and used objects are sold.
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