Lisbon, Portugal Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrive in Lisbon and check into hotel. Walk around and explore downtown Lisbon. Try traditional Portuguese food at Restaurante Sol Nascente.
• Day 2: Visit the Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Have lunch at Pasteis de Belem and try their famous pastel de nata. Take a sunset boat tour along the Tagus River.
• Day 3: Take the train to the town of Sintra and visit the colorful Pena Palace and Castle of the Moors. Have lunch in historic Sintra at Tascantiga. Return to Lisbon for a Fado music experience at Mesa de Frades.
• Day 4: Explore the Alfama district and visit the Castelo de S. Jorge. Have lunch at Taberna Rua das Flores. Take a tram ride to the historic district of Belém and visit the National Coach Museum.
• Day 5: Take a day trip to the historic city of Évora and visit the Chapel of Bones and Roman Temple. Have lunch at Tiago do Olival for traditional Alentejo cuisine.
• Day 6: Discover the modern and artistic side of Lisbon by visiting the MAAT museum and LX Factory. Have lunch at Restaurante Pharmacia. Take a bike ride along the waterfront.
• Day 7: Spend the day at the beach in Cascais or Estoril. Have lunch at Pescador 14. End the day with a sunset drink at The Rooftop Bar with views of Lisbon.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery - 4 hours, $12
• Pasteis de Belem - 1 hour, $5
• Sunset boat tour - 2 hours, $35
• Pena Palace and Castle of the Moors - 6 hours, $25
• Tascantiga - 1 hour, $15
• Castelo de S. Jorge - 2 hours, $10
• Taberna Rua das Flores - 1 hour, $20
• National Coach Museum - 1 hour, $8
• Chapel of Bones and Roman Temple in Évora - 6 hours, $30
• Tiago do Olival - 1 hour, $15
• MAAT museum and LX Factory - 4 hours, $18
• Restaurante Pharmacia - 1 hour, $20
• Bike ride along waterfront - 2 hours, $10
• Beach day in Cascais or Estoril - 8 hours, $40
• Pescador 14 - 1 hour, $25
• The Rooftop Bar - 2 hours, $20
• Total Cost:
• $273

Transportation

Traveling within Lisbon is easy with the metro, bus, and tram system. Get a rechargeable Lisboa Card for unlimited transportation and attraction access. Trains are also available for day trips to Sintra and Évora.

Links to Key Attractions, Restaurants, and Points of Interest

• Restaurante Sol Nascente
• Pasteis de Belem
• Mesa de Frades
• Taberna Rua das Flores
• Tiago do Olival
• Restaurante Pharmacia
• Pescador 14
• The Rooftop Bar
• Lisbon Attractions
• CP Train System
• Visit Lisbon

Tips

If wanting to extend the trip, consider spending an extra day in Sintra, explore the beaches in the nearby Algarve region, or take a trip to Porto for a different experience. If shortening the trip, consider cutting the day trip to Évora and spending more time in downtown Lisbon.