Lisbon tours
Lisbon capital of Portugal
Lisbon has a great seafaring tradition and was the starting point of numerous historical voyages made by Vasco da Gama, Ferdinand Magellan and Bartolomeu Dias.
The old Moorish quarter of Alfama is a mix of past and present, where Roman and Arabic influences are visible. The main attraction is Castelo Sao Jorge, a picturesque spot that also offers a sweeping view of Lisbon. Drop by the Tile Museum to see famous decorative ceramic tiles or azulejos made five centuries ago. Then, head to Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery for a taste of Lisbon’s adventurous past. You shouldn’t miss the beautiful futuristic Park of Nations or the Oceanarium! Said to be the world’s most amazing aquarium, it boasts of recreations of oceanic ecosystems, 25,000 fish, sea birds and mammals. Get your souvenirs at Baixa, Comercio Square and Rossio Square. The Santa Justa Elevator is a street elevator that connects Baixa to Chiado, a more upscale retail paradise.
Stay at the Hotel Anjo Azul in Bairro Alto. When hungry, visit the Cafe a Brasileira in Chiado for delicious charcoal-grilled sardines and cod fishcakes.