Lisbon 3-Day Hills & Tiles Trip
Three days across Lisbon's ridges: Alfama's lanes and fado, Belém's monastery and original custard tarts, and the miradouro circuit at sunset.
Trip overview
- The original custard tarts, still warm
- One fado night where it was born
- The miradouro circuit at golden hour
Best time to visit
April–June and September–October are ideal; November is mild and quiet. The hills are the constant — bring real shoes.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 · Alfama & the Castle
- 🏰09:00São Jorge Castle at opening
- 🚶12:00Alfama's lanes & miradouros
- 🐟14:00Grilled sardine lunch
- 🎵20:00Fado dinner in Alfama (booked)
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Day 2 · Belém Riverside
- 🥮09:00Warm pastéis de Belém at the source
- ⛪10:30Jerónimos Monastery's cloisters
- 🌊14:00Belém Tower & the MAAT walk
- 🍷20:00Bairro Alto night
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Day 3 · Baixa & Farewell
- 🏛️10:00Baixa's grid & Praça do Comércio
- 🍽️13:00Time Out Market grazing lunch
- 🚋16:00Tram 28 or the LX Factory bookshop
- 🌅19:30Sunset miradouro farewell drink
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Budget
Estimated total cost: 330 EUR for 3 days.
Includes accommodation, local transport, food, and activities. International flights not included.
Travel tips
- April–June and September–October are ideal; November is mild and quiet. The hills are the constant — bring real shoes.
- Carry local currency for small eateries and street food; cards are widely accepted in cities.
- Book popular restaurants in advance during peak season.
- Use public transit where possible — most stops in Lisbon are tourist-friendly.
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