Lisbon is, among other things, known for its amazing old city, the nice buildings with cute colourful tiles and amazing food. Do you have plans to visit Lisbon? The city itself can definitely convince everyone who loves to travel for culture, good weather and delicious food. Here are 10 reasons why you should visit the capital of Portugal.
Walk along the boardwalk from Estoril to Cascais
If you take a train from the centre of Lisbon (Cais do Sodré) to São João do Estoril and head in the direction of the ocean, you’ll find a beautiful boardwalk that goes all the way to Cascais. This short walk along the beach will take about 25 minutes and it’s the perfect scenario to enjoy the sun, the views and the breeze.
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Go to Westernmost point of Europe “Cabo da Roca”
After the short walk on the Estoril boardwalk and once you reach Cascais, keep walking or rent a free bicycle to go along the coast and after a short while you’ll reach Cape Roca. It’s the westernmost point of (mainland) Europe!
Climb up to Christ the King and enjoy the view
Inspired by the Brazilian statue “Christ the Redeemer” found in Rio de Janeiro, there is a smaller version of this statue in Lisbon named “Christ the King”. It provides one of the best views of Lisbon and the Tejo river.
Keep calm and admire the Portuguese pavement
“Calçada” is the name of the traditional Portuguese pavement that you can find throughout Lisbon and other Portuguese cities. There are plenty of different and original patterns and while it’s not easy to walk on, it’s pretty easy to admire
Visit the National Coach Museum
This (un)popular museum inaugurated in 1905 is located in Belém and has a marvellous collection of coaches that belonged to the Portuguese royal family. Among the rare items inside the “Museu Nacional dos Coches” you can find coaches that belonged to King, Queens, and Popes.
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Drink “ginginha” in a chocolate glass
A small glass made of chocolate + a typical cherry liquor called ginginha is a typical drink in Lisbon. Try it to feel the amazing explosion of flavours that erupt inside your mouth. Small enough to enjoy as you walk around the streets!
Have coffee with Fernando Pessoa
Go to one of the oldest cafés in downtown Lisbon named “A Brasileira” and have coffee with (a statue of) Fernando Pessoa, one of the greatest poets of Portugal.
Lunch at Mercado da Ribeira
Inside the most traditional and main food market in Lisbon, you’ll find the Time Out Mercado da Ribeira created in 2010. It more than 30 small restaurants and kiosks offering great food and exceptional drinks.
Try a “Pastel de Belém”
This traditional egg tart pastry was named by The Guardian as the “15th most tasty delicacy in the world”. You can’t leave Lisbon without trying it!
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Night out at “Pensão do Amor”
Have a night out at Pensão Amor (literally translated as “Love Pension”) which is a former brothel turned into a modern, unusual and and cool bar at Cais do Sodré neighborhood, right in the centre of Lisbon.
