Lisbon, Portugal's capital, is known for the Lisbon Cathedral, built in the 1100s atop a Moorish-era mosque and the stately Castle of Saint George. Zip around town on the tram and get off at a stop near your hotel, booked for you by HotelTravel.com.
The busiest time to visit Lisbon is from mid-June to September, when hotels tend to fill up quickly. If you plan to visit the capital during the peak season, we recommend that you book your accommodation in advance. Less crowded months to visit include April and May, while many residents take their holidays in August, making this month the less crowded of the peak months. Accommodation in Lisbon comes in a wide variety, ranging from five-star, luxurious hotels to smaller, family-run lodgings, guesthouses and hostels. Visitors should expect good value for money and accommodation establishments are usually clean, well-equipped and run by friendly staff.
Lisbon is one of Europe’s gems, offering visitors a wealth of attractive and historical buildings, and art galleries and museums as well as some delicious food, delightful restaurants and charming Portuguese hospitality. Situated on the northern banks of the Tagus River, about half way along Portugal’s coastline, Lisbon is the country’s capital and within close range of many popular Atlantic-facing beach resorts.
Lisbon is a great destination for families, with numerous activities available to keep children entertained. With the Lisbon Zoo and Oceanarium among the city’s most popular children’s activities, the city’s parks and shopping centres also provide excellent entertainment.
Lisbon Fado Festival: featuring traditional music and famous Fado singers. Each year, Lisbon invites a different port city to come and join the city’s singers in live performances.
Sightseers will be in their element in Lisbon, with a wealth of attraction to visit. With an abundance of fine churches on offer, lovers or religious architecture should not miss Sé Cathedral and St Vincent Outside the Walls Church, while other buildings of significant interest include St George’s Castle and the Tower of Belém. If you are looking to escape the mid-day sun or pass a rainy afternoon, the Centre of Modern Art has an excellent collection of contemporary works.
Lisbon’s transport network is extensive and consists of trains, the Metro, trams, buses, ferries and funiculars as well as being the location of an international airport. Road traffic is often congested and the steep plains of the city can make walking on foot tiresome, making travelling by Metro the preferred method of quick transportation.
Normal Lisbon business hours are from 08:30 to 18:00, Monday to Friday, with most businesses being closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Large department stores and shops typically stay open until 22:00 or 24:00, with most closing on Sundays.
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