TimeLineTwo days of hilltop viewpoints, tiled facades and pastéis de nata, plus a day trip to the fairytale palaces of Sintra. Lisbon is hilly — wear good shoes.
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Use this itineraryDay 1 · 4 stops
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Alfama
Lisbon's oldest quarter of steep alleys and laundry lines. Get lost on the way up to the castle.
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Castelo de São Jorge
Moorish castle walls on the highest hill, with panoramic views over the river.
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Miradouro de Santa Luzia
A tiled terrace with bougainvillea and views over Alfama's rooftops to the Tagus.
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Fado in Alfama
Alfama
Hear Portugal's melancholy fado music over dinner in one of Alfama's small taverns.
Tip: Talking during a song is frowned upon.
Day 2 · 4 stops
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Belém Tower
Torre de Belém
A 16th-century fortress on the riverbank, symbol of the Age of Discoveries.
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Jerónimos Monastery
Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, Belém
A UNESCO-listed monastery in ornate Manueline style, with Vasco da Gama's tomb.
Tip: Closed Mondays; get there at opening.
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Pastéis de Belém
Rua de Belém 84-92
The original custard tarts since 1837, warm with cinnamon and sugar.
Tip: The takeaway line moves fast; there are also many tables inside.
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Bairro Alto & Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara
Bairro Alto
Watch the sunset from the viewpoint, then join the street-drinking crowds of Bairro Alto.
Day 3 · 4 stops
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Pena Palace, Sintra
Palácio da Pena, Sintra
A colorful romantic palace on a forested peak, 40 minutes from Lisbon by train.
Tip: Book a timed palace ticket and take the bus or tuk-tuk up — the road is steep.
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Moorish Castle, Sintra
Castelo dos Mouros, Sintra
Ramparts snaking along the ridge with views to Pena Palace and the Atlantic.
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Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra
Gardens full of grottoes and the Initiation Well, a spiral staircase into the ground.
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Cabo da Roca
The westernmost point of mainland Europe — cliffs and a lighthouse at sunset.
Tip: It's windy; bring a layer.
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