This article was originally published on December 4, 2019 and updated on December 22, 2022. Headed to Lisbon in January? You’re in for a treat! After running around shopping for gifts and the best bacalhau for Christmas Eve’s dinner, Lisboetas slowly return to their daily routines in January. November and December are busy months leading […]
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What to Do in Lisbon in December
This blog post was originally posted on December 4, 2018 and was updated on November 6, 2019. Lisbon in December is a city of contrasts, from the busy last-minute Christmas shopping to almost-empty streets in the days that follow the holidays. With national holidays on the 1st and the 8th, and kids off school during the […]
10 Ways To Know You’re Completely Obsessed with Lisbon
It started as a short trip and turned into love. Here are 10 ways to know you’re completely obsessed with Lisbon. Eventually, short trips turned longer. The local custard tarts are now your favorite go-to snack. You fell in love with the ever-present sun, friendly locals, and soul-soothing food at first meeting. Now you’re completely consumed […]
Explore The Best Of Lisbon in 3 Days
Get ready for unforgettable experiences when sightseeing through Lisbon in 3 days. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy the Portuguese capital. Jaw-dropping landmarks, bright trams, and centennial cafés are only the beginning. Make sure to bring comfortable footwear; there will be a lot of walking (and hills) too. Check out these recommendations for sightseeing through […]
Lisbon off the Beaten Path: 10 Places Guidebooks Won’t Show You
Take a wrong turn, and Lisbon will either surprise you or find a way to get you back on track. Described by poets and fadistas as a city with feminine energy, getting lost in Lisbon’s cobblestoned alleyways is a hide and seek game. At Devour Lisbon we gathered our favorite ten things to do to […]
How to Be a Good Tourist: Lisbon Edition
Don’t miss the rest of our responsible tourism guides: MADRID | BARCELONA | SAN SEBASTIAN | SEVILLE | ROME | PARIS There’s a Portuguese saying that roughly translates to “good behavior starts at home.” Being a “good” tourist is not as hard as it sounds: don’t do things in your destination that you wouldn’t do in […]
Alfama Neighborhood Guide: Tips on Where to Stay, Eat, and Go!
No visit to Lisbon is complete without spending a day or a few hours in Alfama. Alfama is the oldest neighborhood in Lisbon, the only that survived the great earthquake of 1755 almost intact. While residents navigate those streets effortlessly, visitors have fun getting lost and exploring each nook. To help you plan your itinerary, […]
Top 10 Things to Do in Lisbon at Night
When it comes to nightlife, Lisbon delivers. There are many great things to do in Lisbon at night, whether you love dancing or prefer laid-back socializing with a few close friends. Multicultural, artistic, and progressive, it’s possible for anyone to find fun things to do. Here are our favorite nighttime haunts and activities. Experience fado […]