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      Tourists enjoying a sunny day exploring Lisbon with a local guide
      Tourists enjoying a sunny day exploring Lisbon with a local guide

      Wondering what to do in Lisbon?

      Elegantly draped over seven undulating hills, straddling both the sea and the River Tagus, Lisbon is so beautifully entwined with its landscape that it seems to have grown naturally from the ground. In such a diverse cityscape, it’s no wonder amazing things to do in Lisbon are around every corner. Portugal’s capital has been carefully crafted over centuries, with the Stone Age, the Roman Empire, and the Middle Ages each adding their own chapters to its story. The city today is a place of ancient ruins, white-domed cathedrals, and lavishly Baroque churches, with a wave of contemporary additions only expanding the ever-growing list of things to do in Lisbon.

      Couple of tourists enjoying an evening out in Lisbon
      Beauty personified

      Few cities in the world are as picturesque as Lisbon: the cinematic city’s beautiful buildings, stunning scenery, and stupendous horizons demand attention from the word go. The things to do in Lisbon are all storybook scenes, from quaint old trams rattling past buildings decorated with perfectly placed colorful tiles to sweeping views of terracotta rooftops from a hilltop terrace. It’s easy to get lost among Lisbon’s many sun-dappled treasures – the sparkling sea, cobbled streets, and a 12th-century castle dominating the skyline are all picture-ready for no-filter-necessary Instagrams.

      Couple of tourists enjoying a meal in a typical restaurant in Lisbon
      A taste of Portugal

      Between romantic bistros in lantern-lit lanes, elegant cafés in tree-fringed plazas, and local hangouts filled with friends sharing small savory plates and pitchers of fruity sangria, the food scene certainly offers plenty of things to do in Lisbon. The city’s cuisine today is a combination of Roman, Asian, African, and South American influences and fresh, local ingredients courtesy of Lisbon’s rich landscape and the Atlantic Ocean. With specialties like pastel de nata, pork bifana sandwiches, and grilled seafood waiting to be tried, you won’t struggle for things to do in Lisbon.

      Tourists boarding a tram in Lisbon on a night out exploring the city's nightlife
      Lisbon by night

      When the sun sets, the list of things to do in Lisbon gets even longer. The city is famous for its vibrant nightlife scene spilling out onto the cobbled streets – it’s not uncommon for locals to arrive at a bar after midnight, head to a club after 3, and stumble home when the sun is high in the sky. If you’re looking for things to do in Lisbon after dark, you’re spoiled for choice. From cozy wine bars to live music lounges to pulsing nightclubs, nights in Lisbon don’t only cater to rowdy revelers – but most are best begun admiring the city’s iconic skyline with a drink at a rooftop bar.

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        I had a wonderful tour with Pedro. He was personable and I enjoyed conversing with him throughout the day. He asked at the start about my interests and tailored the tour to those concepts (history/architecture). I highly recommend Pedro to those looking to get to know the area.

        April 2024

        Matthew F

        Had a wonderful 4 hour walking tour with Pedro. We toured our first full day in Lisbon and we were glad we did. Pedro knows a lot about the history of the city and country and we enjoyed asking him many questions in an effort to learn as much as we could. He has a very easy going delivery. He paced things very well, we stopped at a couple of famous storefronts so we could taste local treats and he made recommendations for places for us to explore on our own, several of which we followed up on. Highly recommend City Unscripted and Pedro.

        April 2024

        Catherine F

        We covered a lot of distance, learned a lot, saw a lot and came away with a better understanding of the city

        April 2024

        Catherine F

        We really enjoyed the tour, he took us through Alfama, the streets we will would have never found and made the morning very enjoyable.

        July 2023

        Berri D

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