Chefs from all over the globe are challenging the outstanding local restaurants in Lisbon to raise the bar even higher due to the establishment of some of the world's top restaurants in Lisbon. Of course, in between dining and drinking, you'll want to visit the sites of Lisbon, such as the Belém Tower and Castelo de S. Jorge, but there's a lot more to do in this fascinating and colourful city than just sightseeing. When you visit Lisbon, be sure to check out these ten attractions and activities.

1. Stroll About The City

A trip to Lisbon is only complete once the traveller has taken a stroll through the mediaeval neighbourhoods of Alfama and Mouraria, which are located below the castle and fall down the slope. There are winding roads that are bordered by gorgeously tiled palaces, squares that are shaded and surrounded by fragrant orange trees, and pubs and cafes that have sardines roasting over the fire outside.

2. Listen To Fado Music

And if you're looking for more of the same, there's no better time than right now to get it. Fado is a kind of music that originated in Portugal in the 19th century (although it is likely to have been much earlier), and no trip to Lisbon is complete without hearing the lilting songs at least once.

3. Go To A Festival

After the epidemic, Lisbon has been able to bounce back even stronger than before, making it one of the best cities in the world for festivalgoers. Many more artists are scheduled to perform at the fourth annual Nos Alive festival placed at Passeio Maritimo de Algés on the waterfront in July 2022.

4. Take Tram Number 28

There is no denying that Lisbon is inextricably linked to the tram. The 28 is the most well-known road, and it is also the one that provides first-time visitors with the most interesting perspective of the city.

5. Go To A Store That Sells Pottery

There is more to the city of Lisbon's ceramic past than just the patterned house fronts that have become popular on social media platforms like Instagram. Clay is abundant in Portugal, and the country has a long history of producing ceramics; several of its artisans have achieved international acclaim.

6. Eat A Pastel De Nata

A Portuguese custom that never seems to lose its appeal is the local custard pie, which has an irresistible combination of sugary and flaky crust. Most people's bucket lists include visiting Pastéis de Belém, and there's nothing wrong with that. However, we believe the ones from CASTRO, a new place in town, are up there with the best of them.

7. Go To Some Of The Local Beaches

If you want it to be, Lisbon may become quite your beach destination. Whether it's a trip to the adjacent fishing village of Cascais, which is a favourite with British tourists searching for a calmer alternative to the city, or watching surfers along the 26-kilometre-long Caparica, sometimes a day away from the city is just what the doctor prescribes.

8. Stop By LX Factory To Socialise With The Locals

A neighbourhood of Lisbon that was formerly the site of the city's textile industry has now been transformed into one of the hippest hangouts in the city. The community still has the feel of an industrial warehouse. Still, it also has a variety of independently owned stores, restaurants, pubs, and other establishments, making it a lovely spot to spend a day.

9. Grab A Bite To Eat At One Of The City's Many Eateries

Lisbon has a wide range of dining options, making it a strong contender for the title of "one of the world's foodiest capitals." There is a youthful generation of enthusiastic and hungry chefs competing with the top chefs in London, New York, and other cities. No vacation is complete without trying some of their unique menu items. Check out the whole list of top restaurants in Lisbon that we've visited and reviewed here.

10. Ascend To The Peak Of The Panteon Nacional

This magnificent cathedral, which serves as Portugal's national pantheon and can be easily identified because of the white dome that tops its ceiling, is located in the Alfama neighbourhood of Lisbon. Visitors are welcome to enter the pantheon and ascend to the top, where they will have a great vantage point from which to take in the breathtaking symmetry of the structure.