Lisbon Travel Guide

Discover the charms of Lisbon and its unique light in our tourism guide to the Portuguese capital.

This guide is written by local experts, people who know Lisbon firsthand, not from a brochure. Our travel guides are read by over 800,000 people a month, and every hotel, neighborhood and tip here is one we'd give a friend.

Let's take it step by step.

We'll help you find your accommodation in Lisbon

Finding the ideal place to stay in Lisbon can make all the difference to your trip. We've put together comprehensive guides for every type of traveler, from luxury hotels to budget-friendly options.

Start with our complete guide to where to stay in Lisbon, where we review the best areas and options based on your budget and travel style.

Hotels

Check out our selection of hotels in central Lisbon featuring the best options by location and price. If you're looking for something special, take a look at the 5 best 5-star hotels in Lisbon as rated by their guests, or if you want to cool off in summer, the best hotels with a pool in Lisbon. You can also read our review of Hotel Altis Avenida, one of the city's classic establishments.

Apartments and Hostels

If you prefer more space or are traveling in a group, check out our selection of apartments in Lisbon with exceptional value for money. For backpackers or budget travelers, there are plenty of hostels in Lisbon.

The best neighborhoods in Lisbon

If you already know where you're staying, it's time to discover which neighborhoods to visit and what to see in Lisbon. If you need a quick overview, the best neighborhoods are in the center: Alfama (where you can't miss Fado), Baixa and Chiado. And even though it's not in the historic center, you also can't skip Belém, which is home to TWO monuments listed by UNESCO (out of the 17 in Portugal).

Top things to see in Lisbon

Lisbon has 79 official monuments. Some of the most important are St. George's Castle, the Lisbon Cathedral (Sé), the Belém Tower, the Jerónimos Monastery and the Monument to the Discoveries.

Among its 39 museums, don't miss striking modern venues like the MAAT, as well as the many collections housed in Lisbon's finest museums.

Don't forget to stop by the Oceanarium either, especially if you're visiting with family (it's one of the activities we recommend if you're coming to Lisbon with kids).

Best ways to get around Lisbon

To help you get around, here are our most important sections: how to get to and from Lisbon Airport, and the Lisbon transportation guide (metro, trams, and elevators like the Santa Justa Elevator.)

Near Lisbon

If you want to take a day trip, I recommend these excursions near Lisbon: Cascais and its beaches, Sintra and its Pena Palace, and beaches nearby (including Setúbal). If you have extra time, you'll also want to visit Fátima and Óbidos.

Lisbon is just the beginning: discover other destinations in Portugal

If you're planning to explore other parts of the country, we also have travel guides for Porto and Algarve. Remember to bring a good travel backpack!