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Lisbon luxury holiday destination

Lisbon

Seven hills of yellow trams, tiles and pastel façades.

Best time
April–October (Algarve); year-round (Madeira)
Flight time
Around 2.5–3.5 hours from the UK
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Portuguese (English widely spoken)

About Lisbon

Europe's sunniest capital blends grand plazas and Belle Époque cafés with a booming food and design scene. Perfect for a long weekend or paired with a coastal Cascais stay.

Things to do

  • Belém Tower & Jerónimos
  • Tram 28
  • Alfama Fado
  • Time Out Market

Excursions we love

  • Sintra day trip
  • Cascais coast
  • Óbidos & Nazaré
Where to eat

Top restaurants in Lisbon

Our advisors' shortlist of the tables worth planning a trip around — from heritage local kitchens to Michelin-starred destination dining.

Modern Portuguese

Belcanto

José Avillez's three-Michelin-star Chiado flagship — Portugal's most decorated tasting menu.

Contemporary Portuguese

Alma

Two-Michelin-star Chiado favourite from chef Henrique Sá Pessoa.

Shellfish

Cervejaria Ramiro

The city's famous seafood beer hall — go for the tiger prawns and finish with a steak sandwich.

Portuguese small plates

Taberna da Rua das Flores

Chiado's no-reservations chalkboard classic — daily-changing plates from the market.

Portuguese

Bairro do Avillez

José Avillez's four-in-one Chiado complex — tavern, sea food bar, cabaret and pátio all under one roof.

Ready to plan your trip?

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