A luxury boulevard, historic shops, and vintage clothing: you’ll find it all in Lisbon if you know where to look! Like any capital, Lisbon has all the international brands at hand, but why not try something different? After all, you’ve come here to experience the city right? We’ve already covered the best Lisbon souvenirs, but […]
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Michelin Star Restaurants in Lisbon: To Go or Not to Go
Our answer is, yes, go for it! Fine dining at one of Lisbon’s Michelin-starred restaurants is a great way to experience a different side of the city’s food scene. Grazing or feasting on street food will always be a great way to get to know a city. But in Lisbon, the high-end restaurants that have […]
Top 10 Lisbon Restaurants with a View
With its golden sunlight, sparkling river and many hilltops, Lisbon is full of beautiful views. Here’s where to enjoy them along with top-notch food. Portugal’s capital is almost achingly lovely. After years of living here, we still find our breath taken away when we turn certain corners or come upon certain views. And the city’s […]
Hidden Lisbon: Tapada das Necessidades
Portuguese royalty always had privileged access to Tapada das Necessidades, and while the park is open to all now, it remains one of Lisbon’s best-kept secrets. It’s just a few steps away from Cemitério dos Prazeres, the last stop of tram 28, but only a handful of tourists make it to Tapada das Necessidades. We […]
Hidden Lisbon: Where to Find Roman Ruins
Taking a look at Lisbon now, it’s hard to envision the city as part of the Ancient Roman Empire. But there are plenty of traces of Roman influence scattered around the Portuguese capital. Some you’ll find in plain sight, while others you have to go a little deeper literally. There’s one, in particular, that’s so […]
Our Favorite Lisbon Restaurants by Neighborhood: Cais do Sodré
For a long time, Cais do Sodré was the meeting spot for sailors and prostitutes, but the tide has turned. This Lisbon neighborhood always had a bohemian feel, and while the sailors have been replaced by tourists, Cais do Sodré remains as lively as ever. In 2011, the main street was painted pink, giving it […]
Top 10 Lisbon Restaurants You Need To Try
Lisbon is fortunate. When it comes to food, this city has the best of both worlds: land, and sea. It’s hard to get bored of Portuguese cuisine. Starting with the petiscos. These small dishes cover all types of seafood, like salt cod to clams, and a few meat dishes like the pica-pau. As tourism grows in […]
The 5 Best Restaurants in Lisbon’s Príncipe Real You Can’t Miss
Today we’re covering best restaurants in Príncipe Real, but there’s always a reason to visit this bustling Lisbon neighborhood. Whether you’re popping by for the weekly organic market, or grabbing a drink at the coolest cocktail bars in Lisbon, this is the place to be. When Queen Maria II named this area “Royal Prince” (Príncipe […]
10 Ways To Know You’re Completely Obsessed with Lisbon
It started as a short trip and turned into love. Here are 10 ways to know you’re completely obsessed with Lisbon. Eventually, short trips turned longer. The local custard tarts are now your favorite go-to snack. You fell in love with the ever-present sun, friendly locals, and soul-soothing food at first meeting. Now you’re completely consumed […]
Lisbon Then & Now: Trams
It’s hard to imagine there was ever a Lisbon without trams. Today, these yellow streetcars are so iconic they became one of the city’s main attractions. Lisbon is full of narrow streets, and to reach them you’ll often need the tram, or as we Portuguese call it, the elétrico. Before they became the background of […]