Lisbon has reawakened and is now one of Europe’s coolest city break destinations. The words “new” and “cool” hadn’t been associated with the Portuguese capital since the 16th century, when it ruled over the world’s first global empire, extending from Brazil to India. Vasco da Gama’s expedition to the East brought it cultures and a touch of the exotic that Europe had never seen before spices (cinnamon, pepper, ginger), foods (potatoes, pineapples, tea) and animals such as the elephant and rhinoceros that paraded by the city’s waterfront.
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- Lisbon-Card
Published by Turismo de Lisboa Visitors & Convention Bureau (22)
Save money and time with a flexible Lisbon Card. Enjoy free admission to top attractions and discounts at various landmarks. Available for 24, 48, or 72 hours, the card provides unlimited free access to the public transport system.
- Lisbon Travel Guide
Published by Bartravel - Sigalit Bar (20)
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, a city where modernity goes hand in hand with ancient buildings of the past – is a fascinated and special tourist city, with its history interlaced with it nearly at every step. It is considered as one of the oldest capitals in Europe. The city is built on seven hills, within between narrow and colorful alleys. At the top of each hill, there is a unique observation point with a different angle over the city and its landscape.
- 25 Tips for Your First Trip to Lisbon – Portugal
Published by Casual Travelist (20)
Lisbon, Portugal seems to be on everyone’s travel radar these days. Europe’s second oldest capital is equal parts grit and grandeur with both a timeless appeal and modern allure. Lisbon has centuries of history and tradition but is also fiercely independent with a creative streak which makes it one of the most captivating cities in Europe. With so much to see, do and eat planning to travel to Lisbon can be a little daunting, but armed with these tips you can make your first trip to Lisbon one to remember.
- 23 reasons why Lisbon should be your next city break
Published by Telegraph Media Group Limited (20)
Lisbon, which tonight hosts the 2018 Eurovision Song Contest, rose 10 places to 16th in the World’s Best Cities category at last year's Telegraph Travel Awards, voted for by more than 90,000 readers. Here's why it's been proving so popular.
- Lisbon: Heritage & Culture
Published by Turismo de Lisboa Visitors & Convention Bureau (20)
Lisbon welcomes you with a rich cultural heritage that continues to grow every day. Discover the legacy left by the civilizations that inhabited the city throughout the centuries and the homage paid by artists. Let the river and Fado embrace you and enjoy those so special things that make Lisbon unique.
