Hi. We are travelling to Lisbon next week. We would like some advice on what to do on Friday 15th August which I believe is a public holiday. Will public transport be available? We had thought of going to the
I have read that museums and other sites are closed Mondays. I am debating whether to stay in Lisbon that day or take a day trip to Coimbra (I am saving Sintra for a day when Pena Palace is open). If I stay in Lisbon, what types of things can I do on Monday? Exploring …
My wife and I will be going to Lisbon Sunday 22nd – Weds 25th May. We have an idea of districts to visit each day & the sights. We have about 3 full days, with one of these in Sintra. Question is Mondays I understand all places close, so which area should we put on …
Hi, we will be arriving in Lisbon this coming saturday, staying for 4 nights. What can we do and see on Sunday, and what places are open. Also, regarding the one day pass metro card, does it start from when you buy it, or when its first validated and then topped up at same time …
Hi all, I have been looking at small hotels street life?? BTW 3 years ago I started planning a similar trip but ended up in Naples. This time I am determined to actually end up in Lisbon Thanks for any ideas you may have
Hi, am coming to lisbon on Wednesday til Sunday, seems there is going to be quite a lot of rain from the forecast, am only bringing hand luggage so looking for some advice on what to pack, can anyone tell me if the rain tends to be showers or stay down for the day? and …
Going to Lisbon next week with my husband for 4 nights and just wondering what clothesto pack? Does it get chilly in the evening and what would you recommend I take with? Is a leather jacket too much?
I am wondering the extent of pick pockets in Lisbon and also some Direction on what to pack for September? Thanks so much.
I apologise for posting in Lisbon forum but Sintra forum isnt the most active. As the title says, basically we are hoping to drive to Sintra from Lisbon in the morning and stay to lunchtime and have lunch in Sintra I know we wont even scratch the surface but anything is better than nothing I …
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Good Day, I will be coming in from Lisbon airport and going to Sintra, august 13th (Saturday). I want to spend the day there, before going to my next hotel which is in Nazare. Where would you recommend that I park ? I will be with a 6 years old and 3 years old thanks
We hope for advice on which neighborhood to book into to stay in Lisbon for a few nights. What we love is safe neighborhoods with historic flavor where we can just walk around and choose restaurants at night. All opinions as to neighborhoods and even hotels etc (with AC) welcome.
We will be staying in Lisbon for 3 nights just before xmas with our 4 yr old. We need to book soon as prices will go up with every day closer to the holidays. I am trying to sort out the different neighborhoods in Lisbon, so I know where to look for a hotel/apartment but …
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day differences) so I’m looking for well-reviewed apartments on VRBO, TA, Airbnb. Do you suggest Alfama or a different area? QUIET to sleep is very important to me. Budget is under $150, so apartments seem a great fit in Lisbon. I’ve hit the wall and need to find a nice place soon. Obrigado. Lana
Hi, which area (by neighborhood name) should I look out for for hotels if I would like to stay within walking distance from the squares / where most attractions are located? I was about to book a hotel with “City Center” in the address when I realized that’s still a bit of a walk from …
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Hi all, My friend and I will be traveling to Lisbon in a few months and I am looking for recommendations on which neighborhood to stay in. We are in our early 30s and have never been to midtown equivalent) but we also don’t want to be too far out from the center. Suggestions? Thank …