The city is overflowing with culture, history, and a fantastic cuisine scene.
There is no better location to celebrate Portugal's reopening to visitors than Lisbon, the country's capital. The city is overflowing with culture, has a wonderful food scene, and has too much history to take in in one trip.
Come experience everything Lisbon has to offer in one beautiful day.
Register at the Ritz Four Seasons Hotel in Lisbon.
The historic hotel is an art-deco masterpiece that is situated in the center of Lisbon and was constructed in 1959. A significant restoration over the past two years has resulted in a space that combines its mid-century design history with modern elements. Additionally, every wall now features artwork created by local artists.
Each hotel room and suite is tastefully furnished with modern furniture, clean white sheets, and breathtaking views from the picture windows. In addition to the comfortable rooms, the hotel offers a heated outdoor pool (a genuine luxury in Lisbon), a full-service spa, and CURA, a restaurant with a seasonal menu that is sure to please. Spend the night in a Superior Room for as little as $688.
Visit Boutik for coffee and a treat.
Boutik is a cafe, surf shop, gallery, and 100% cool place in Lisbon's hip Sao Bento area. All day long, the café serves morning fare, including anything from pancakes to poke bowls, as well as exquisite coffee drinks like lattes, americanos, and of course, straight espressos. It also serves freshly squeezed juices, tonics, and teas. Stay behind after your meal to pick up some adorable apparel or home décor, and if you're lucky, you'll run into Rio, the cafe's resident dog, who is content to stay and receive a few head pats. A $3 latte is available.
Take a stroll with the most well-liked walking guide on Airbnb.
Lisbon requires a lot of walking to get to know. Joining a walking tour is the greatest way to explore this beautiful place from beginning to end. Not just any tour, though. Instead, go on a walking tour with Humberto Bernardo, who is the city's top-rated Airbnb host. The two-hour trip is led by Bernardo, a longtime resident of Lisbon, who shows visitors the secret passageways and interesting nooks that simultaneously reveal the essence of the city and give you the impression that you are truly a native. You may find him for $29 per person on Airbnb Experiences.
Visit the National Museum of Azulejo.
Due to the breathtaking display of tiles (locally known as azulejos) on what seems to be every other structure in the city, Lisbon is a visual feast. If these hand-painted masterpieces pique your curiosity, visit the National Tile Museum, which is located inside a 16th-century monastery that is interesting enough to explore on its own. The history of tile in the city, its creation hundreds of years ago, and how it is still created today are all covered in the exhibition. There is also a gorgeous fresco depicting the city's appearance before the 1755 earthquake that was painted on a tile. This will open your eyes to a whole new side of living in Lisbon. The museum's entrance fee is only $6.
Visit CURA to sample the best.
Your day should come to a close at the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon with a meal at Cura. Portuguese cuisine is served at the seasonally themed restaurant with lots of unique twists to keep your taste buds intrigued. Although we love every dish on the menu, we especially heartily suggest the tasting menu. Three tasting meals are available to customers: the vegetarian Razes, the lighter Meia Cura, and the comprehensive Origens. With only one meal, you'll understand why this restaurant received its first Michelin star in 2021. Each dish is well worth the trip. Starting at $95 per person are tasting meals.