A Shoestring Budget Day in Lisbon, Portugal

Day 1: Exploring Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal

8:00AM

Breakfast at Fabrica Coffee Roasters

Start your day with a delicious cup of locally roasts coffee and freshly baked pastries at this cosy café, a favourite among locals.
Navigate using Tram 28 to get to Cais do Sodré station, then walk for 10 minutes.
EUR6, 1 hour

9:00AM

Stroll through Alfama

Immerse yourself in the charming narrow streets of Alfama, one of Lisbon's oldest districts, characterised by its colourful buildings and traditional Fado music.
Walk from Fabrica Coffee Roasters to Alfama, as it is a 20-minute walk.
Free, 1.5 hours

10:30AM

Visit Lisbon Cathedral

Explore the impressive architectural beauty of Lisbon Cathedral, the oldest church in the city, and enjoy the views from its terrace.
Continue walking from Alfama to the cathedral; it's about a 10-minute hike.
EUR2, 1 hour

11:30AM

Lunch at Time Out Market

Head to the famous Time Out Market for lunch, where you can sample a wide variety of inexpensive, high-quality food from different vendors.
Take Tram 28 to Cais do Sodré and walk to Mercado da Ribeira, it takes about 15 minutes.
EUR10, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Wander around Bairro Alto

After lunch, stroll through the unique streets of Bairro Alto, filled with shops, colourful graffiti, and stunning viewpoints of the city.
Walk from Time Out Market to Bairro Alto, which is around a 20-minute walk uphill.
Free, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Visit Miradouro de Santa Catarina

Relax at the Miradouro de Santa Catarina viewpoint, offering stunning panoramic views of the river and the city skyline.
A quick 15-minute walk through Bairro Alto will get you there.
Free, 1 hour

3:30PM

Explore Chiado

Next, explore the historical Chiado neighbourhood, with its elegant architecture, shops, and vibrant cafes.
Walk from Miradouro de Santa Catarina to Chiado; it's a 10-minute stroll.
Free, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Dinner at Cervejaria Ramiro

End your day with a budget-friendly but delightful seafood dinner at Cervejaria Ramiro, famous for its fresh shellfish and local flavours.
Take the metro or walk from Chiado to Avenida Almirante Reis; it's roughly a 30-minute journey.
EUR15, 1.5 hours

6:30PM

Catch the Sunset at Praça do Comércio

Finish off your day by watching the sunset at the iconic Praça do Comércio, a beautiful square by the waterfront.
A 20-minute walk from the restaurant will take you to the square.
Free, 1 hour
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