Lisbon: The most visited city in Portugal
Fall in love at first sight with its fantastic viewpoints, the emblematic houses in pastel tones, and its steep and cobbled streets.
The capital of Portugal has been characterized for being vibrant, modern and known as the city of the seven hills (Santa Catarina, San Roque, San André, San Vicente, San Jorge, Santa Ana and Chagas), which can be seen from the Tajo estuary.
On each hill you can admire Lisbon in a different way. Tourists and residents assure that many secrets are known through them.
Two days in Lisbon: Places you can't miss
Alfama neighborhood
It is the oldest and most typical neighborhood of the capital. It is located on a hill and is famous for its viewpoints such as Portas do Sol and Santa Luzia, where you can enjoy the most spectacular views.
Continuing with the tour, there is the Castle of San Jorge, which is very well preserved, and was a royal palace until the 16th century.
Alfama is considered the safest neighborhood in Lisbon, and is visited by a large number of tourists on a daily basis. It is recognized for its restaurants and festivities such as San Antonio, which is celebrated on June 12th and 13th.
Barrio Alto
Located in front of the Alfama neighborhood, it is characterized by being innovative and is one of the best nightlife options in the city. It has a wide variety of bars and restaurants; for many it is the most interesting area in all Lisbon.
For several years it has gained popularity, becoming a place with timeless characteristics, but with a lot of personality.
One of its obligatory stops is the Garden of San Pedro de Alcántara, which has a lake and a viewpoint, which offers a beautiful view to the east of the city, including part of the Lower Lisbon area and the southern bank of the Tajo River.
Belem
It is located in the Tajo River estuary, and has many places that have become mandatory stops for tourists.
The Jerónimos Monastery is one of them, characterized by a mixture of Gothic and Renaissance styles.
On the other hand, a few kilometers away is the Torre de Belém, recognized for being declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, whose function is to protect the entrance to Lisbon through the river area.
La Antiga Confeitaria de Belém is a pastry shop renowned for its egg tart, with puff pastry and sprinkled with cinnamon. Daily, there are long lines to enjoy their famous sweets.
Pavilhão Chinês
It is a bar from the 1920s, quite striking for its rooms with thousands of objects, from hats, tin soldiers, a ceramic teapot, a military helmet, buttons, among many other things.
Tourists who have visited it say that it is a place with a lot of history to tell.
This is the best travel guide to get to know Lisbon in two days; and enjoy the essential places of this beautiful city.