3 Days in Lisbon: Itinerary with Photos and Videos
Lisbon is built on hills, with tiled streets, yellow trams and long evenings by the river. Wear good shoes, because the best views are uphill.
Below is a simple 3-day plan with a morning, afternoon and night stop each day. Want to see what each place looks like first? Planora builds the same kind of plan for you in 30 seconds, with a photo and a video preview for every stop and a map.
Plan my Lisbon trip free →Day 1: Old Lisbon
- Morning
Alfama and Sao Jorge Castle. Narrow lanes and a hilltop view over the rooftops. - Afternoon
Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery. Monuments from Portugal's age of exploration. Try a pastel de nata nearby. - Night
Fado dinner in Alfama. Live fado in a small restaurant.
Day 2: Downtown and creative Lisbon
- Morning
Praca do Comercio and the Baixa. Riverside square and the grid of streets behind it. - Afternoon
LX Factory. Shops, bookstores and cafes in a former industrial site. - Night
Bairro Alto. Small bars spread through the streets.
Day 3: A day in Sintra
- Morning
Pena Palace. A colourful hilltop palace. Arrive early. - Afternoon
Quinta da Regaleira. Gardens, tunnels and the Initiation Well. - Night
Time Out Market. Many food stalls in one hall back in the city.
Best time to go
Spring and autumn are mild. Summer is hot and busy.
Getting around
The metro, trams and walking cover the centre. Trains to Sintra leave from Rossio station.
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Common questions
How many days do you need in Lisbon?
Three days covers the centre and a day in Sintra. Add a day for Cascais or a slower pace.
Is Lisbon walkable?
Yes, but it is hilly. Trams, funiculars and taxis help with the steepest parts.
Hours and ticket rules change, so check the official site of each attraction before you go.
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