Highly suggest this if you are in Lisbon. Might be the best thing I have seen in Lisbon yet and I…read morehave seen a lot of the main attractions. The house tour is a must (no pictures) and the guide is so knowledgeable about the history of the Palácio and Portugal. There are so many beautiful nooks to get lost in. So much beauty and history packed into this Palácio. A bit far from the city center which makes this even more worth your visit. It feels like you are one of a handful of people visiting and there were a few times I had the property almost to myself.

This really is a great venue to have a wedding or any event. Our family had a 50 person ceremony…read more They take care of it all. They catered the 4 course meal, took care of the flowers, officiant, cake, DJ,and everything that needed to be done other than the photographer. We were there for around 10 hours for the entire wedding and they made sure that everything went off without a hitch. We had the ceremony in the lower garden, and moved to the upper garden for cocktails and then the porch for the meal and dancing the night away. I highly recommend this place and really felt like we were at one of the best events ever which tells me they must do good for most others that take advantage of this beautiful venue.

Gorgeous tower and buy tickets online and be prepared to wait! I could not climb the 96 steps on a…read morestair case that is so narrow and windy that only one person can go up at a time. Not handicap accessible. Still pretty pictures. Highly recommended!

UNESCO World Heritage site…read more The tower was completed in 1519. It served as a fortress and a ceremonial gateway for explorers, customs point, a lighthouse, and a political prison. Unfortunately, it was being renovated when we were there.

We walked in this neighborhood and it was surrounded by many nightclub and bar options. Most…read morebecome alive later in the night but walking through the streets is a treat. We came back later and the place was thriving with vendors and an awesome DJ! The food was amazing and i had the best churros I've ever tasted! Walking around the park and dancing to the incredible music the DJ played made for a very memorable evening. And you can see a beautiful view of the entire city!

Man, what a great discovery. We had an amazing evening there enjoying a fantastic live band that…read moreplayed everything from amazing blues to Jimi Hendrix' foxy lady. Great music loving crowd. Inexpensive drinks. If you're in Lisbon you've got to visit this place.

This is such a cute little colorful section of street in Lisbon!…read more A short section of the street is painted hot pink, and there's colorful umbrellas hanging all above- great for color AND some extra shade during the day! Because it's a relatively short part of the road (especially the part with the umbrellas) it can get a little busy, but it's still fun to check out and get a little photo! There's a couple restaurants that are on this street if you want to stay a bit longer than just a quick sighting or a simple walk through.

Rua Nova do Carvalho or "Pink Street" is exactly that--a pedestrian street that is painted pink…read more Located in the Cais do Sodré district, it used to be a red-light district, but today it is lined with restaurants, bars, and clubs and is covered with colorful umbrellas. When my husband and I were on vacation in Lisbon, our tour guide drove us here, and he offered to take a photo of me under the pretty umbrellas. We were there during the daytime, and many strangers were standing on the street and ended up in my photo, and I could Magic-Eraser only some of them. I hear that this street bustles even more for nightlife. The street is not long, so we were there for just a short time.

On my first visit to Lisbon sixteen years ago, I failed to visit this legendary monastery because I…read morecame on a Monday, the one day they're closed. I could resolve my disappointment only by devouring a half-dozen pasteis de nata across the street. This time I made sure Jamie W and I had reservations for a scheduled time-slot on a day other than Monday. When we arrived, there was still a long line of people and no shade from the blazing sun, but we got in quickly. I have to say the building did not disappoint. Built in the 15th century during the Age of Discovery, it took a full century to complete because the Manueline architectural style was so idiosyncratic. As a tribute to Portugal's seafaring history, the inlays on the stonework were made intricately with decorative paneling on windows, arcades, and pillars. Traditional stone columns were sculpted into twisted ropes, corals, anchors, and sea monsters. The result is a stunning level of craftsmanship epitomized by the beauty and meticulous detail of the cloister. The two-story structure is a prime example of flawless symmetry and historical significance. The church houses the tombs of legendary explorer Vasco da Gama and famous Portuguese poets. Monks from the Order of Saint Jerome used the monastery to pray, meditate, and offer spiritual discourses. You can do the same. Admission per person is 18€. RELATED - Exploring Lisbon? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/3GGfbOtM3m

Beautiful piece of Portuguese history to check out!…read more Such a beautiful monastery to check out. You can buy tickets there at the kiosk, online, or through a tour group to skip the line. They have timed entrances and let in at least 800 ppl per time slot. There is a bathroom in upper level and the bottom near the exit. There is a free chapel to check out to the right of the entrance to the monastery. Not a place to miss!

The viewpoint is steps away from the more popular Santa Luzia viewpoint. The big balcony above…read moreAlfama gives you views of the red tiled rooftops. Honestly, you can find this view in many locations around Lisbon so I didn't feel as if it's a must stop.

I would say the only good thing we experienced in the Alfama district was Portas do Sol and…read morealthough it was a struggle to reach with the typical Alfama inclines, it's breathtaking panoramic views at dusk was worth it. We sat on the terrace with a drink in hand to recover and enjoy the view.

Octopus was amazing . Personal very nice. My wife try the bacalao and was wonderful too. We share a…read morepumpkin risotto that was excellent too.

This is an old elevator that people like to see/ride. It looks cool because it's all intricate and…read moredark colored. And also just sort of out in the open/middle of the street. I think it's mainly a viewpoint for most people now (especially tourists), but I think it also is supposed to sort of be a connector to different levels of the city, a bit like a shortcut? It only costs a couple euros to go up. I personally didn't ride on it, but I watched it go up and down a few times. That felt like enough for me.

A very unique monument! It's an easy walk along the river and as you get closer to it, you see how…read moreincredibly detailed and vast it is. There's so much detail to it!

We were staying in the heart of Lisbon so this was a bit of a hike for us via cab (about 25 minutes…read moreeach way) - but we came to see the sights here in Belem and this was one of them. We did not pay to go inside but we did walk all around to take pictures and researched and read about this monument to the Age of Discoveries of the Portuguese sailors. This monument is beautiful and can be easily seen by sunset cruise, which we also did. It's worth the read/research to see all the figures commemorated here and Vasco da Gama's tomb is nearby at the beautiful Jeronimos Monastery. There is a lot to see in this part of town with this monument, the monastery and the Belem tower (which is currently under renovation). Easily walkable once here with a few cute shops and restaurants nearby with lots of green space and gardens.

Definitely a castle you should visit when you're visiting Lisbon. If you're staying in Lisbon,…read moreyou'll see it when you are in the downtown area. Do you see it? Seeing a piece of Portuguese history in person is something I've always wanted to do. Since this castle is atop the city, it offers some of the best views of this bustling town. You probably just need a couple of hours to tour the grounds.

Well worth the hike up the hill and price of admission! I really enjoyed visiting Castelo de S…read more Jorge on one of our last days in Lisbon. The views from the top are spectacular. There's a small museum on the garden grounds which features information about the castle's former residents and very cool artifacts like pottery and even bones. I learned a lot about the castle and Lisbon itself including its roots in Islam which I found very interesting. The castle itself is merely ruins at this point but you can still climb up to many of the towers for even better viewpoints of the city below. The peacocks on the grounds were amazing too and we got to see baby peacocks! There's snacks and a gift shop too but we didn't stick around for more than the sightseeing. It was about 15 euros per person for entry, as far as I can remember. I'd recommend visiting this spot!