Lisbon travel inspiration

Portugal‘s captivating capital spreads across seven hills where azulejo tiles adorn metro stations and building facades, pastel de nata emerge warm from centuries-old bakeries, and the Tagus River reflects both Manueline grandeur and contemporary innovation. From the monumental heritage concentrated in Belém — home to the Jerónimos Monastery and the bold Monument to the Discoveries — to the street art-splashed neighbourhoods that reveal the city’s creative energy, Lisbon manages to feel both profoundly historic and refreshingly modern. The nearby coastal attractions of Sintra and Cascais extend the appeal beyond the city limits, whilst the Oceanário de Lisboa ranks among Europe’s finest aquariums.

These Lisbon travel articles combine practical visitor information with recommendations designed to elevate your experience beyond the obvious tourist circuit. You’ll find detailed guides to major attractions like the Jerónimos Monastery and the Beer Museum, tips for making the most of the Belém neighbourhood, and suggestions for discovering the city’s extraordinary tile art throughout the metro system and beyond. Whether you’re planning your first visit or returning to explore deeper, these guides focus on helping you understand what makes Lisbon genuinely special whilst avoiding the pitfalls that can undermine an otherwise excellent city break.

• A guide to Lisbon’s Belem neighbourhood.
• Visiting the Monument to the Discoveries.
• 5 recommendations to make your Lisbon break better.
• Visiting Museu Coleção Berardo, Lisbon: practical guide for first-time visitors.
• Discovering the gorgeous tile art in Lisbon.
• A practical guide to visiting Lisbon’s Beer Museum.
• Top tips for visiting the Oceanário de Lisboa.
• Visiting the Jerónimos Monastery for the first time.
• A guide to Lisbon Cathedral ticket prices and visitor info.