You fell in love with the ever-present sun, friendly locals, and soul-soothing food at first meeting. Now you’re completely consumed with everything from the canned fish<\/a> to the tascas<\/em><\/a>. Don’t feel bad. We’re infatuated with Lisbon too. These are 10 ways to know you’re completely obsessed with Lisbon\u2014do you recognize a few of the signs?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Photo credit: Pedro Ribeiro Sim\u00f5es<\/a><\/em>, Text Overlay: Devour Lisbon Food Tours<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n We get it. Lisbon is magical. Buildings covered in colorful azulejo<\/em> tiles, narrow cobbled streets, historic trams, and centuries-old neighborhoods make the city an open-air art gallery and history museum. So it makes sense that you want to share its beauty with the world. These days, images of Lisbon take over your Instagram and Facebook profiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lisbon is peaceful, and it’s recognized as one of the safest cities in Europe<\/a>. Nowadays, new concept shops and magnificent restaurants are adding a brilliant shine to Lisbon’s old-world charm. And in addition to the bustling day-to-day activities and exciting nightlife, there is a close-knit community that reminds us of small-town life. It is truly an authentic destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Combined with the coastal vibe<\/a> and a lifestyle meant to keep residents under the sun, what’s not to love? One of the 10 ways to know you’re completely obsessed with Lisbon is when it stays at the top of your “must travel” list no matter how many times you visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your hips burn at the thought of climbing to the top of Gra\u00e7a<\/a>, Alfama<\/a>, or Bairro Alto<\/a>. That never stops you, however, from finding restaurants, hotels or apartments at the top of Lisbon’s highest hills. After all, these peaks offer the best views<\/a> (and sunsets!). Hopping on the trams<\/a> and funiculars are fun too, but walking ensures extra time for snapping the photos that you will share on Instagram later. Plus, you’re less likely to feel bad about snacking on the many pastries<\/a> and petiscos<\/em><\/a> after a day of urban hiking through the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking of delicious recipes, bifanas<\/em><\/a> (pork sandwich), frango assado<\/em> (roasted chicken), and bacalhau<\/em><\/a> (codfish) are just a few of your favorites. Other recipes that you love may include chouri\u00e7o<\/a><\/em> (spiced pork sausage), caldo verde<\/em> (kale soup), and cozido \u00e0 Portuguesa<\/em> (boiled stew). After enjoying flavorful Portuguese cuisine<\/a>, you feel like you’re spoiled for life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Crying at the thought of leaving and again on the way to the airport is another of the 10 ways to know you’re completely obsessed with Lisbon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Maybe before falling under Lisbon’s spell, the thought of snacking on snails may have turned your stomach. Even adventurous foodies may feel less than enthusiastic about a bowl of snails. Yet, after one summer in Lisbon, the butter, garlic, and oregano-flavored appetizer changed your tune. Now, you’re excited to see the “h\u00e1 carac\u00f3is<\/em>” (“there are snails”) signs at caf\u00e9<\/em> and tasca<\/em> entrances. Carac\u00f3is,<\/em> a favorite summer snack, are best enjoyed with toasted bread and cold beer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mornings are better with a run by the Tagus River, and nights turn more magical when spent at a riverside kiosk or a rooftop bar. You may even walk all the way to Bel\u00e9m on a regular basis (even though it takes 1 hour and 30 minutes each way) just for time by the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Portugal is a beautiful country with so much to explore. Despite planning exciting surfing trips along the coast and train rides past the rustic vineyards, you feel a twinge of guilt at the thought of leaving your beloved Lisbon. You may even turn an adventure or two down just to end up spending the day at a miradouro<\/em> (viewpoint), shopping, or sitting by the river. Turning down an opportunity to explore more of Portugal may be one of the biggest signs out of these 10 ways to know you’re obsessed with Lisbon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s like having your very own Cheers bar in the Portuguese capital. Only, you visit around the clock, depending on what you’re in the mood for (coffee, a meal, or drinks). Tascas<\/em> and caf\u00e9s<\/em><\/a> fill most neighborhoods and it’s normal to find a place where you feel at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"If](\"https:\/\/assets.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/10-ways-to-know-youre-obsessed-with-Lisbon-1.png\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n1. Your social media is full of pictures from Lisbon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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2. You find that no other destination compares to Lisbon.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
3. You complain about the hills but insist on climbing to the top of them…regularly.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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4. Bifanas<\/em>, frango assado<\/em>, and bacalhau<\/em> make your mouth water.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
5. The thought of leaving makes you cry.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
6. You love snacking on snails.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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7. You’re in love with the Tagus River.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
8. You’re hesitant to travel to other parts of Portugal.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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9. You have a favorite caf\u00e9 or tasca<\/em> where the servers and the owner know you.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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10. You love the Portuguese language.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n