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Lisbon is a vibrant capital city, located in western Portugal on the estuary of the Tagus River. As one of the oldest cities in western Europe, Lisbon has a rich, turbulent history. By the 15th century, the port of Lisbon became one of the most important in the world. But unfortunately, the city center was largely destroyed by an earthquake in 1755. Today, it has been reconstructed into a bustling modern city blended with traditional heritage. In this video, we highlight 10 awesome things to do in Lisbon: 10. Try the traditional food Things to try include: bacalhau à brás, pastéis de bacalhau, bifana, bifinhos com natas e cogumelos, ginjinha, pastéis de nata ☑️Book a food & wine walking tour: 9. Ride Tram 28 A 7km route connects Martim Moniz Square with Campo Ourique, while passing through Lisbon’s most historic districts. We recommend starting your journey at Campo Ourique and riding it until the end. 8. Experience Fado and the nightlife at Bairro Alto Fado is a traditional Portuguese music genre, known for its expressive and melancholic sound. Recommended bar: Tasca do Chico 7. Visit St. George’s Castle Castelo de São Jorge stands on top of the tallest hill in Lisbon and served for different purposes throughout history. ☑️ Skip the line with guide: 6. Take in one of the many viewpoints Lisbon's best viewpoints include: Santa Luzia, Portas do Sol, São Pedro de Alcântara, and Monte Agudo. 5. Explore the highlights of Belém There are a few things you can’t miss: Torre de Belém, Padrão dos Descobrimentos, Tropical Botanical Gardens, Pasteis de Belém bakery, and the Jerónimos Monastery. 4. Walk around the Alfama District Another great thing to do in Lisbon is to stroll around the Alfama District. This neighborhood was the only one to survive the 1775 earthquake, making it the oldest area of Lisbon. 3. Go on a sunset cruise on the Tagus River During a two-hour sailing adventure you’ll pass under the iconic San Francisco-lookalike bridge and take in the views of the most impressive monuments in Belém and the historic center. ☑️ Book your sunset cruise with Enjoy Tagus: 2. Day trip to Sintra At number 2 we have a day trip to the charming town of Sintra. Highlights include the gardens and mansion of Quinta da Regaleira, the Castle of the Moors with its incredible views, and the colorful Pena Palace. 🎥 Watch Sintra Video: 1. Explore downtown Lisbon on a free walking tour This area boasts the largest amount of entertainment options, bustling with cultural, gastronomical and leisure alternatives. Make sure to visit the iconic Praça do Comércio, the beautiful Rossio Square, and the bustling Rua Augusta. ☑️ Free Walking Tour Lisbon: 🎦 Note: drone footage is courtesy of Canva 😴 WHERE WE STAYED IN LISBON: - Lisbon Serviced Apartments - Santos: ⬇️ FREE DOWNLOAD: Top 100 Bucket List Destinations: 💰 SAVE MONEY ON YOUR TRIP: - Book cheap flights: - Book cheap accommodations: - Book cheap rental cars: ✅ SUBSCRIBE: 😊 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @worldwildhearts 📺 MORE VIDEOS YOU WILL ENJOY: - Sintra as a day trip from Lisbon: - Porto things to do: - Ericeira things to do: ✏️ FULL LISBON TRAVEL GUIDE (WITH MAPS): 🎵 MUSIC CREDITS: Rejoice in the morning by The David Roy Collective Pao De Acucar by Luc Allieres Filipa Biscaia live Fado performance Marktplatz in Spanien by Hanjo Gabler Spanish Lover by Anthony Vega Bossa Old by Hanjo Gabler My Beloved by Zac Nelson 🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:26 Try The Traditional Food 2:08 Ride Tram 28 2:56 Bairro Alto Fado and Nightlife 3:36 St. George’s Castle 4:18 Best Lisbon Viewpoints 4:59 Belem 5:52 Alfama District 6:33 Sunset Cruise on Tagus River 7:41 Sintra Day Trip 8:26 Downtown Lisbon Free Walking Tour 9:14 Lisbon Additional Information #lisbon #portugal #thingstodoinlisbon
