Visit Lisbon in 2 days

🌅 Visit Baixa in the morning

For your first day in Lisbon, start your journey in the Baixa district, an ideal starting point thanks to its rich cultural and historical heritage. This district is full of restaurants, shops, lively squares, and iconic sites of the Portuguese capital.

Start with Commerce Square, or Praça do Comércio, the most famous in the city. To the north of this square, you will find the Arco da Rua Augusta, Lisbon's Triumphal Arch, which marks the entrance to Rua Augusta, the main pedestrian street. With your Lisbon Card, you can access the platform at the top of the arch, offering a breathtaking view of the city and the Tagus.

🎫 Included with Lisbon Card

🏛️ Santa Justa Lift and Chiado

The nearby Santa Justa Lift will allow you to admire the city from a height of 43 meters and is open from 7 AM. The Santa Justa Lift connects the Baixa and Chiado districts.

💡 Tip: Avoid going there between 10 AM and 3 PM, a period of high crowds. Aim for early morning to avoid queues.

Take advantage of your ride (the trip is free with your Lisbon Card) to reach Chiado, home to the oldest café in the city: A Brasileira. Take a breakfast break there before continuing your stroll. For art lovers, the National Museum of Contemporary Art is just a short walk away, and entry is free with your Lisbon Card.

🎫 Included with Lisbon Card

🚃 Ride Tram 28 in the afternoon

After lunch, head to Rua da Conceição to catch the famous Tram 28 🚃 Your ride is free with the Lisbon Card. Enjoy this unique experience aboard this charming yellow tram dating from the 1930s while admiring the city's iconic streets and buildings.

Get off at the terminus, Martim Moniz, after a journey of about an hour.

🎫 Included with Lisbon Card

👀 The most beautiful viewpoints (Miradouros)

Before heading to the castle, take the opportunity to discover the miradouros, these magnificent viewpoints that offer exceptional panoramas of Lisbon. Here are the three must-sees:

• Miradouro da Senhora do Monte: the highest of all, with a 360° view of Lisbon and its surroundings.
• Miradouro das Portas do Sol: offers a breathtaking view of the São Vicente de Fora Monastery and the rooftops of Alfama.
• Miradouro da Graça: ideal for admiring St. George's Castle and the sunset.

💡 Tip: These viewpoints are free and perfect for memorable photos!

🏰 Visit St. George's Castle

Once you arrive, you will have two options to reach St. George's Castle, which overlooks the city: you can choose to walk or take the funicular. In both cases, your ride on Tram 12E and entry to the Castelo de São Jorge are included with your Lisbon Card.

💡 Tip: Aim for a visit at the end of the day to avoid tourist crowds and enjoy magnificent light over the city.

🎫 Included with Lisbon Card

🎸 End the evening with a Fado dinner show

In the late afternoon, head down to the Alfama district. This historic district, located at the foot of St. George's Castle, was once an old fishermen's neighborhood. Soak up the unique atmosphere and explore its charming narrow streets.

Choose a restaurant for dinner while attending a Fado concert, the traditional Portuguese music that will immerse you in the heart of Lisbon's culture.

💡 Alternative: If you prefer a more modern atmosphere, head to the Time Out Market near Cais do Sodré. This huge food court brings together the best chefs in Lisbon under one roof. Ideal for tasting several Portuguese specialties like the Francesinha!

🥐 Breakfast at Pastéis de Belém

Start your second day with a must-do gourmet stop: the famous Pastéis de Belém bakery. Since 1837, this institution has been preparing authentic pastéis de nata according to a secret recipe.

💡 Tip: Arrive at opening time at 8 AM to avoid the long queue that forms quickly. Enjoy your pastéis warm, sprinkled with cinnamon and powdered sugar!

🏰 The Belem Tower

Continue with a visit to the Belem Tower, located in the iconic Belem district, in the west of the city.

This charming fort with Manueline architecture once protected the capital from maritime attacks. This monument attracts many visitors, so it is advisable to arrive early to avoid the crowds. The first visits start at 10 AM. With your Lisbon Card, entry is free.

Explore the four accessible floors and finish at the terrace, where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Tagus River.

🎫 Included with Lisbon Card

⛪ The Jerónimos Monastery

After your visit, walk a few minutes to reach the magnificent Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Built in the early 1500s to celebrate the return of explorer Vasco da Gama after his voyage to India, this monument will allow you to discover a cloister, a church, and other elements with impressive architecture.

💡 Tip: Arrive around 11 AM to avoid the tourist groups that flock right at the 10 AM opening. Allow about 1 hour for the visit.

Access to the monastery is also included in the Lisbon Card.

🎫 Included with Lisbon Card

🎠 National Coach Museum

Then head to the National Coach Museum, where entry is also free with the Lisbon Card. The museum is located about a ten-minute walk from the Monastery.

Visiting the Belem district will occupy a large part of your day.

🎫 Included with Lisbon Card

⛵ Take a Tagus River cruise at the end of the day

To end this second day in Lisbon beautifully, why not opt for a relaxing cruise on the Tagus? ⛵️

You will have the opportunity to admire the capital from a new angle while enjoying a magnificent sunset. Depending on your preference, choose a one-hour or two-hour cruise, starting from €22.50 per person. It's the perfect way to cap off your 2-day stay in Lisbon beautifully!