How to spend top weekend in Lisbon - ideas on extraordinary attractions and sites

Lisbon presents to its visitors fantastic Aquarium which is annually visited by thousands of admiring tourists. The Aquarium presents a great variety of sea world inhabitant. Captivating …
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1. Setting out to Lisbon you should be surely backed up with a pair of comfortable shoes. The reason is that the city is placed on seven hills that is why hiking through the wind streets is …
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Lisbon is famous for its modern shopping centers, including Armazens do Chiado located on one of the main streets of the historic district. It is attractive for its designer and jewelry …
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Discovering the architecture of Lisbon from bird's eye view! Jeronimos Monastery, Castle of Sao Jorge, Santo Antonio Church, Lisbon Oceanarium, Santa Justa Lift, Triumphal Arch, all those monuments are defining the image of Lisbon …
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Take the Funicular Railway "Gloria" and the “Santa Justa” Lift
There are two means of transport that can be a fascinating attraction for you in Lisbon. The first of them is the funicular "Gloria". It has been open since 1885. The funicular is open from 7:00 to midnight on weekdays, from 8:30 am to 00:25 on Saturdays, and from 9:00 to midnight on Sundays. Its route has a length of 265 meters. You can go to its cabin in the Plaza de Los Restauradores. You will reach the Bairro Alto area in 5 minutes.
National Pantheon, Belem Tower, Monastery of Sao Vicente de Fora, Lisbon Cathedral, Estrela Basilica, MEO Arena, as well as many others, they all become the world's cultural heritage objects and remain as iconic monuments for Lisbon …
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Rock Climbing in the Parks of Lisbon
If you are not indifferent to the conquest of mountain peaks you can spend time doing your favorite hobby even during your vacation in Lisbon. You should visit one of the city's parks to do this. There is a climbing wall there. For example, the climbing wall is 8 meters high in Aventura. There is a wall 12 meters high in da Pedra. You will also have the opportunity to overcome 18 suspended obstacles of the route-adventures in the second park.
Surfing in the Suburbs of Lisbon
You will not be able to surf in the city during your vacation in Lisbon. The Tagus River is located next to it. Therefore, you can drive 15 kilometers from the city to reach the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. Many beautiful sandy beaches are waiting for you here. You can choose the one where the conditions for surfing match your level of training. For example, if you are a professional you can test your skills at Guincho beach. A strong wind blows here. The waves reach 1.5 meters in height. The Carcavelos beach is suitable if you are a novice athlete. But you can go to a surf school and rent equipment on almost every beach in the suburbs of Lisbon.
Lisbon is the main port of Portugal, which is located at the mouth of the Tagus River. This city is located in the picturesque place with numerous hills. That’s why Lisbon is also …
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Visit the City's Best Attractions
You can visit several observation decks while walking around Lisbon. For example, the observation deck in the Monsanto Forest Park will give you a great view of the city and its surroundings. You can view all the historical districts from the highest observation platform of the Old Town.
The choice of entertainment for vacationers with children in Lisbon is very large. Many of them prefer to start the recreation program with a visit to the Lisbon Oceanarium. It is considered …
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Swim in the Pool Located on the Roof of the Hotel
If you decide to take a break from the Portuguese heat while walking through the streets of Lisbon you can go to a 9-story hotel. It's called the Epic Sana Lisboa. It is located in the Amoreiras district. There is a large pool on its roof. You can swim in it. But you will have to become a hotel guest or book a day visit to do this.
Take a River Cruise
Employees of the Transtejo Company are happy to offer you a choice of 2 Tagus River cruises. The first one is called "Views of Lisbon". Its duration will be 2.5 hours. You will be able to get acquainted with the past, present, and future of the city during this time. The second cruise is called "Geographical discoveries". If you prefer it you can learn about the history of Portugal in just 60 minutes.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Lisbon and surroundings
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Michelin-starred restaurants in Lisbon
♥ Restaurant 'Tágide' Lisboa. Type - Modern cuisine. 1.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Mini Bar Teatro' Lisboa. Type - Creative. 1.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Open' Lisboa. Type - Modern cuisine. 1.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Varanda' Lisboa. Type - Modern cuisine. 2.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Loco' Lisboa. Type - Modern cuisine. 2.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Tágide' Lisboa. Type - Modern cuisine. 1.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Mini Bar Teatro' Lisboa. Type - Creative. 1.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Open' Lisboa. Type - Modern cuisine. 1.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Varanda' Lisboa. Type - Modern cuisine. 2.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Loco' Lisboa. Type - Modern cuisine. 2.4 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around Lisbon
♥ Castle 'Castle of Penas' , 23.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of the Moors' , 23.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Óbidos' , 71.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Penas' , 23.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Castle of the Moors' , 23.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Castle of Óbidos' , 71.9 km from the center. On the map


Art galleries in Lisbon and around
♥ Art museum 'Museu Calouste Gulbenkian' Lisbon, 2.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Museu Colecção Berardo' Lisbon, 7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Museu Calouste Gulbenkian' Lisbon, 2.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Museu Colecção Berardo' Lisbon, 7 km from the center. On the map


Public palaces near Lisbon
♥ Palace 'Palácio de Sant’ana' , 0.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Palácio Vila Flor' , 0.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Bemposta Palace' , 0.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Palácio Ludovice' , 0 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Sotto Mayor Palace' , 1.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Palácio de Sant’ana' , 0.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Palace 'Palácio Vila Flor' , 0.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Palace 'Bemposta Palace' , 0.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Palace 'Palácio Ludovice' , 0 km from the center. On the map


♥ Palace 'Sotto Mayor Palace' , 1.8 km from the center. On the map


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In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.

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