Portugal
Lisbon
Seven hills, yellow trams and long evenings by the river.
Portugal's capital rewards slow walking: steep lanes in Alfama, viewpoints over the Tagus, and neighbourhoods that change character street by street. It is compact enough to share with a new companion for a few days and easy to combine with Sintra or the coast.
Best for
- City walks
- Food and wine
- Viewpoints
- Day trips
Good to know
- Historic tram lines are busy; keep phones and wallets secure on board.
- Comfortable shoes matter: many streets are steep and paved with polished stone.
- Sintra and Cascais are popular day trips by train.
