This blog post was originally posted on June 19, 2019 and was updated on October 28, 2020. Walking the green hills of Sintra always works up an appetite—but luckily, you don’t have to head far from the city center to find the perfect restaurant. To truly enjoy a Sintra day trip, you’ll want to leave Lisbon […]
Author: Sandra Henriques Gajjar
5 Best Wine Shops in Lisbon Locals Love (And So Will You)
In a country where wine is practically a basic need, finding a good bottle is not hard (and not as expensive as you might think). There’s a Portuguese saying that roughly translates into “good wine needs no advertisement.” That’s partially true because you still need to know where to find it. We put together this […]
5 Ways You Can Visit Lisbon on a Tight Schedule During a Layover
The Lisbon airport is a 30-minute metro ride from the city center. So is it worth going into Lisbon on a layover? The short answer is absolutely! But we’d be lying to you if we didn’t say you have to do a little planning. Making the most of a layover in Lisbon means you’ll have […]
Piri Piri Grilled Chicken: The Non-Native Dish that Became a Comfort Food Staple in Lisbon
Once Portugal embarked on the Age of Discoveries from the 15th–17th centuries, local cuisine would never be the same again. We couldn’t think of a better example of that change than piri piri grilled chicken. Preferably grilled on charcoal, marinated the day before, juicy and with crispy skin, the sauce—secret or not—is what makes this […]
8 Fun Things to Do in Lisbon with Kids
Traveling with kids to Lisbon? We rounded up all the fun kid-friendly things to do in the city to turn your trip into an unforgettable adventure. Family travels are as fun to plan as they are challenging. Ideally, you’ll want to keep every member entertained while learning something new about the destination. But that’s easier […]
What to do in Lisbon in January 2020
After running around shopping for gifts and the best bacalhau for Christmas Eve’s dinner, Lisboetas slowly return to their daily routines in January. November and December are busy months leading to the holiday season, but Lisbon in January is the quietest. What may seem like a lack of things to do in the Portuguese city […]
5 Perfect Ways to Make the Most of Lisbon in the Rain
When exploring a new city, there is no such thing as bad or good weather. The Portuguese capital’s beauty stands out as much on gray days as it does in countless weeks of sunshine. There’s no need to run for the shelter of your hotel room once you start to feel a few drops—in fact, […]
Where to Eat on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day in Lisbon
Whether you’re celebrating with family or friends—or with or without bacalhau—head to one of these restaurants open for Christmas in Lisbon for an unforgettable holiday meal. In Portugal, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day meals are still a family affair. But today, there’s not as much need to spend hours selecting the perfect piece of salted […]
What to Do in Lisbon in December 2019
This blog post was originally posted on December 4, 2018 and was updated on November 6, 2019. Lisbon in December is a city of contrasts, from the busy last-minute Christmas shopping to almost-empty streets in the days that follow the holidays. With national holidays on the 1st and the 8th, and kids off school during the […]
Everything You Need to Know for a Perfect Day Trip to Setúbal
A day trip to Setúbal will give you a taste of the southern Portugal vibe just an hour outside of Lisbon. Some people may know Setúbal as the birthplace of 18th-century poet Bocage and world-famous soccer coach José Mourinho (the self-proclaimed “special one” who coached major league teams like Porto Futebol Clube, Real Madrid, and […]