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Lisbon
The city of seven hills — Tiled facades, tram 28, fado songs and pastel de nata — Europe's sunniest capital on the Tagus.
PortugalBest time: March–June and September–October
Things to see & do
Signature attractions and experiences in Lisbon.
historic
Belém Tower & Jerónimos Monastery
Manueline masterpieces of the Age of Discovery.
neighborhood
Alfama & Tram 28
Rattle through the Moorish old town to São Jorge Castle.
food
Pastéis de Belém
The original custard tarts since 1837.
experience
LX Factory
Industrial-chic markets, bookshops and rooftop bars.
experience
Sintra day trip
Fairy-tale Pena Palace in misty hills.
Signature events
June
Santo António Festival
Sardines and streamers all over Alfama.
November
Web Summit
Europe's biggest tech gathering.
Getting there & around
Metro reaches the airport; trams, funiculars and ferries do the hills and river. Lisboa Card bundles transit and museums.
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