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graca neighbourhood guide lisbon

Amazing Graça: A neighbourhood guide

If you’re looking for a local Lisbon neighbourhood to explore, I would suggest taking a look at Graça. It’s got cool street art, local restaurants, and the city’s best views!

One day trip to Sintra from Lisbon, Portugal

A journey through Romanticism

This mystical land of Sintra, just a short trip from Lisbon, takes you on a journey through centuries of opulent artistic creations.

Belem Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, Lisbon, Portugal

The Portuguese Age of Discovery

Together these two landmarks are Lisbon’s only World Heritage Site – and a testament to a period that changed the world.

Things to do in Belem, Lisbon, Portugal

One day in Belém

The spot where the Portuguese sailors set off to explore the world is an excellent place for you to begin your exploration of Lisbon.

Tram 28 Lisbon route

Damn, that tram is crammed!

It seems like a great idea but the Tram 28’s popularity has also ruined it for everyone. Luckily, I’ve got a solution!

Is the Lisboa Card worth it?

Is the Lisboa Card worth it?

After using it myself, I can tell you that the Lisboa Card will save you a lot of money for sightseeing in Lisbon.

Azulejos, Portuguese tiles in Lisbon

Once upon a tile in Lisbon…

The tiles in Lisbon are one of the defining elements of the city. This is the history of the azulejos and how they almost disappeared in the 1900s.

Best Lisbon churches to visit, Portugal

Lisbon’s churches in 360 degrees!

Through their design and decoration, Lisbon’s churches tell the story of Portugal’s history over the centuries.

Park of Nations (Parque das Nações) architecture, Lisbon, Portugal

The Park of Nations

This Lisbon district along the Tagus River was developed for the Expo in 1998 but has taken on a life of its own in the 20 years since then.

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