Lisbon
Lisbon in 7 Tastes: A Food & Wine Week for Two
Seven days of Lisbon flavor, wine, views, and easy wandering
Planning a trip to Lisbon?
Seven slow, flavorful days in Lisbon’s core neighborhoods, balancing traditional taverns, modern food halls, and local wine bars with art museums and market wandering. You’ll eat and drink your way through Alfama, Chiado, Príncipe Real, Belém, and Campo de Ourique with plenty of time to explore, photograph, and relax.
Highlights
Wander medieval lanes between family-run tascas, viewpoints, and fado corners while tasting classic Lisbon dishes.
Sample Lisbon’s modern food scene under one roof at Mercado da Ribeira’s Time Out Market stalls.
Combine riverside monuments, a world-class art museum, and warm pastel de nata straight from the oven.
Enjoy design shops, gardens, and stylish wine bars in one of Lisbon’s most relaxed upscale neighborhoods.
Shop fresh produce and local specialties at Campo de Ourique Market and nearby streets for a real neighborhood feel.
Pair a dedicated wine tasting with a visit to Lisbon’s tile and art museums for culture with your glass.
Where to Stay
Hotel Mundial
Large, reliable 4-star hotel with rooftop bar, steps from Rossio and tram access, offering comfortable rooms and easy walking to most central sights.
$140-180/night
Lisboa Carmo Hotel
Boutique hotel near Largo do Carmo with stylish rooms and quiet atmosphere, right between Chiado and Bairro Alto.
$170-220/night
Hotel da Estrela
Smaller design hotel in a residential area, with garden and relaxed feel, near Campo de Ourique and Rato metro.
$130-170/nightGood to Know
Use the Metro Smartly
Purchase a Navegante card and load a 24-hour pass on heavy sightseeing days; it covers metro, buses, trams, and funiculars, saving money and simplifying travel.
Respect Restaurant Couvert
Bread, olives, and butter placed on the table are charged if you eat them; it is perfectly fine to say “Não, obrigado” and have them removed.
Watch Out on Tram 28
Tram 28 is charming but crowded and targeted by pickpockets; if you ride it, keep your bag in front and valuables secured, or simply walk parts of its route instead.
Order Coffee Like a Local
Ask for a bica for an espresso in Lisbon; expect it to cost under €1 in local cafés, and avoid places with no visible prices or heavy photo menus.
Plan Around Meal Times
Lunch typically runs from 12:30–3pm and dinner from 8pm onward; many kitchens close mid-afternoon, so aim for main meals during local hours.
Ask for the Bill
In Portugal, servers do not bring the bill until you ask; when ready, say “A conta, por favor” and expect a relaxed pace with no rush to leave.
Greet and Don’t Use Spanish
Always greet with a simple “Bom dia” or “Boa tarde” when entering shops or cafés, and use English rather than Spanish if you do not speak Portuguese.
Budget for Tips but Not Service Charges
Service charges (serviço) may be included at touristy restaurants; if they are not, rounding up or leaving about 5–10% is appreciated but not obligatory.
Your Week Itinerary
Pois Café
Book-lined café near Sé Cathedral; order a bica (espresso) and a simple breakfast plate to start your Alfama day.
1h · $10-15 per person
Sé de Lisboa (Lisbon Cathedral)
Visit the city’s oldest cathedral, then wander the surrounding streets toward the viewpoints over the Tagus.
1h · $5 or Free
Miradouro das Portas do Sol
Stand at this panoramic terrace overlooking Alfama’s tiled roofs and the river; ideal for photos and a coffee break.
45m · Free
Chapitzó
Informal spot above Santa Apolónia with terrace views; try grilled sardines or bacalhau with a glass of house wine.
1h 15m · $20-30 per personAlfama Lanes Free Explore
Use 2 hours to wander lanes, tiny squares, and viewpoints around Miradouro de Santa Luzia and the Castelo hill without a fixed route.
2h · Free
Lisboa Tu e Eu 2
Tiny, family-run tasca tucked in an alley staircase; order bacalhau à Brás, grilled sardines, and a carafe of house wine.[7][6]
1h 30m · $25-35 per person
Café A Brasileira
Historic café in Chiado; have a bica and pastel de nata at one of Lisbon’s most iconic coffee spots.[6]
1h · $10-15 per person
Chiado & Baixa Walking Loop
Stroll down Rua Garrett into Baixa’s grid of streets, passing Rua Augusta, Praça do Comércio, and local shops.
2h · Free
A Merendeira
Casual spot by the river; try caldo verde with oven-baked pão com chouriço for a hearty traditional combo.[3][6]
1h · $15-20 per person
Time Out Market (Mercado da Ribeira)
Explore Lisbon’s modern food hall inside the historic market building; browse stalls for bites, drinks, and dessert.[2][6]
2h · $10-30 or Free to enter
Sol e Pesca
Quirky bar-turned-shop specializing in tinned seafood; order sardines in spicy tomato and other conservas with drinks.[3][7]
1h 30m · $20-30 per person36 activities across 7 days
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