Discover things to do in Lisbon.
Lisbon is a city of sunlight, stories, and saudade—the feeling you didn’t know you needed. From hilltop miradouros to pastel de nata pit stops, Europe’s golden child is equal parts energy and elegance.
From tiled streets to Fado music echoing at night — your trip itinerary should meet the moment. We cut through the noise and filtered out the fluff.
These are the top 5 activities travelers genuinely rave about.
Top 5 picks from the Foresyte community.
#5 See the City đźš‹
Shared by Ashley McLendon – 53 ❤️
“We did it all — tram rides, miradouros, backstreet wandering. Each corner offered a new surprise: live Fado music, impromptu art, and the best pastel de nata from a random bakery that barely had a sign. The best way to see Lisbon? Get lost in it.”
#4 Kayak Tour 🚣‍♀️
Shared by Henry Wallace – 94 ❤️
“Paddling along the Tagus, the whole city looked different — calmer, more cinematic. Our guide told tales of explorers while we drifted past bridges and coastlines. Somewhere mid-tour, we stopped talking. Just water, light, and the gentle rhythm of being completely present.”
#3 Legends and Lore 🏰
Shared by David Aguilar – 140 ❤️
“Let’s take this party straight into the warm, golden glow of Lisbon — a city where every hill tells a story and every tile seems like a memory waiting to be made. Portugal didn’t just charm us… it claimed us. This city whispers to you — through cobblestone alleys, trams screeching around corners, and stories etched into azulejos. We wandered from Alfama to Bairro Alto, letting the hills pull us into the past. It felt like magic and melancholy were in every breeze. Lisbon doesn’t just show you around… it sings to your soul.”
#2 Culinary Class 🍽️
Shared by Keira Donovan – 157 ❤️
“This was no tourist trap — it was hands-on, high-flavor, and hosted by a chef who felt more like a friend. We filleted sardines, baked cod, and made real Portuguese rice. By the end, the aprons were stained, the wine was flowing, and we were officially obsessed with olive oil.”
#1 Pastel De Nata 🥧
Shared by Will Martinez – 161 ❤️
“It’s not a Lisbon trip without these — flaky, creamy, caramelized bites of heaven. We tried them everywhere, and by day four we were basically experts. Some people chase sunsets… we chased custard tarts. And honestly? Worth it.”
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