Lisbon
Tram 28 climbs, tiled facades and pastéis de nata at dawn.
Overview
Lisbon's seven hills reward travellers with Tram 28's wobble through Alfama's tiled facades, the São Jorge Castle's Moorish ramparts and the Belém Tower's maritime romance. The pastel de nata custard tarts from Pastéis de Belém and the Miradouros' sunset viewpoints make Lisbon endlessly charming.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit
March to May and September to October for mild weather.
How to get there
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) is 7 km northeast with excellent European connections. The metro reaches the centre in 20 min.
Getting around
The iconic Tram 28, metro, buses and funiculars cover the city; ferries to Cacilhas and Cascais are iconic.
Travel budget
Three-star hotels EUR 70-150/night; a pastéis de nata EUR 1-2; a seafood dinner EUR 15-25.
Safety
Very safe; standard precautions in Alfama at night.
Visa information
Schengen visa; EU/EEA free entry.
Internet & eSIM
Excellent 4G/5G; EU eSIMs reliable in Portugal.
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