Lisbon in 4 days from Berlin

Flight, 12:20–15:05

Fly Berlin to Lisbon

Ryanair FR1142, BER 12:20 → LIS 15:05, direct, 3 h 45 min

Direct morning flight from Berlin to Lisbon.

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Stay, 15:05–16:05

Secret Patio Lisbon

Warmly furnished quarters in a casual hostel offering co-working areas, dining & an outdoor pool.

Drop bags at this budget-friendly 3-star with breakfast included, a central base for exploring.

• Breakfast ($)
• Free Wi-Fi
• Outdoor pool
• Air conditioning

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Sight, 16:45–17:30

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

Largo de Santa Luzia, 1100-487 Lisboa, Portugal

Observation deck for sweeping views. This popular observation deck with a pergola offers dramatic views of Lisbon & the Tagus River.

Free observation deck with a pergola and dramatic views over Alfama and the Tagus, lovely as the light fades.

Restaurant, 19:00–20:30

Taberna Do Castelo

Lgo de São Martinho, 1100-537 Lisboa, Portugal

Tavern near the castle hill, a good spot to start tasting traditional Portuguese dishes.

Café, 08:30–09:30

Kossies Cafe - Mouraria

Largo do Terreirinho 21, 1100-595 Lisboa, Portugal

Highly rated cafe in historic Mouraria for coffee and a light breakfast before climbing to the castle.

Sight, 10:00–12:00

The Moorish Castle

2710-405 Sintra, Portugal

Hilltop Moorish fortress with sea views. Paths offering panoramic views encircle this cliff-top Moorish castle, built in the 10th century.

Walk the walls of this 10th-century hilltop fortress with panoramic views over the city and river.

The usual entry ticket. Ticket sites may show tours, guides or skip-the-line passes, which cost more.

Sight, 12:15–12:45

Miradouro das Portas do Sol

Largo Portas do Sol, 1100-411 Lisboa, Portugal

Iconic spot for panoramic views. Scenic viewpoint with panoramic city views of traditional Alfama houses with red roofs & churches.

Free viewpoint over the red roofs and church towers of traditional Alfama.

Restaurant, 13:15–14:30

Zé da Tasca

R. Aliança Operária 41C, 1300-044 Lisboa, Portugal

Top-rated, much-loved tasca for hearty Portuguese home cooking at a relaxed lunch.

Sight, 15:30–16:45

Museu de São Roque

Igreja de São Roque, Largo Trindade Coelho, 1200-470 Lisboa, Portugal

Historic museum displaying religious art. Housed in a 17th-century cloister, this museum offers a sizable collection of Portuguese sacred art.

Portuguese sacred art housed in a 17th-century cloister, a rich stop for history and culture lovers.

The usual entry ticket. Ticket sites may show tours, guides or skip-the-line passes, which cost more.

Sight, 17:00–17:30

Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara

R. de São Pedro de Alcântara, 1250-238 Lisboa, Portugal

Terrace with a sweeping city view. This sizable, landscaped terrace with a fountain offers panoramic views of the city.

Landscaped terrace with a fountain and sweeping views toward the castle you visited this morning.

Restaurant, 19:30–21:00

Mercearia do Século

Rua de O Século 145, 1250-095 Lisboa, Portugal

Highly rated evening restaurant, a foodie pick for a relaxed Friday dinner.

Café, 08:45–09:30

Quase Café

Rua do Salvador 32, 1100-465 Lisboa, Portugal

Popular cafe for coffee and breakfast to fuel a day out to Belém.

Sight, 10:30–11:30

Monument to the Discoveries

Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa, Portugal

Concrete monument to maritime explorers. Statue built in 1940 and made permanent in 1960 to mark 500 years since Henry the Navigator's death.

Monument honoring Portugal's maritime explorers, marking 500 years since Henry the Navigator's death.

The usual entry ticket. Ticket sites may show tours, guides or skip-the-line passes, which cost more.

Restaurant, 12:45–14:00

O Triangulo da Ribeira

R. da Ribeira Nova 48, 1200-376 Lisboa, Portugal

Well-rated local eatery for an affordable Portuguese lunch back in town.

Sight, 15:00–16:15

Aqueduto das Águas Livres - view point

CC da Quintinha 6, 1070-225 Lisboa, Portugal

High-level, 18th-century aqueduct. Gothic aqueduct stretching for 14km, including a 65m-high section spanning the Alcantara Valley.

Walk part of the 18th-century aqueduct, with its 65m-high section spanning the Alcântara Valley.

The usual entry ticket. Ticket sites may show tours, guides or skip-the-line passes, which cost more.

Sight, 17:00–17:45

Our Lady of the Mount Viewpoint

LG do Monte, 1170-253 Lisboa, Portugal

Popular destination for sweeping views. Located in a churchyard, this highest point in the neighborhood offers panoramic views of the city.

Free churchyard viewpoint at the highest point of the neighborhood, with panoramic city views.

Restaurant, 19:30–21:00

Copo de Mar

Av. Barbosa du Bocage 107A, 1050-052 Lisboa, Portugal

Highly rated restaurant with a strong following, a fitting foodie dinner for the last night.

Flight, 06:20–10:50

Fly Lisbon to Berlin

Ryanair FR1143, LIS 06:20 → BER 10:50, direct, 3 h 30 min

Return flight, included in the outbound fare. Direct return flight to Berlin.

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