5 Best Lisbon Beach Bars to Pass the Day Away

Lisbon beach bars Guincho

When Lisbon’s hot summer days kick in, locals beeline to the beaches and beach bars. Who doesn’t love cool drinks, mouthwatering snacks, and great views of the surf (and surfers)? Coastal living is an integral part of life in Portugal, and downtown Lisbon is between 15 minutes to an hour from spectacular beaches. Sound good? […]

6 Lisbon Parks & Green Spaces You Have to See

View of Lisbon from Parque Keil do Amaral in Monsanto Florestal Park

They say Portugal is sunny 300 days a year and, in Lisbon, locals flock to parks and gardens any chance they get. Anything can happen at Lisbon parks and gardens. From concerts, art performances and impromptu gatherings of old men playing cards, to seasonal street markets, weddings and kids’ birthday parties. They’re a venue, a […]

Our Top 5 Day Trips from Lisbon: The Places You Need to See

 There’s no doubt that Portugal’s biggest city is chock full of cultural treasures. But let’s face it: the labyrinthine streets of the sunshine capital are teeming with more tourists than ever before. There’s never been a better time to get some welcome respite from city life. That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide to […]