Moon Lisbon & Beyond: Day Trips, Local Spots, Tips to Avoid Crowds (Moon Europe Travel Guide)

From the vibrant azulejo tiles and colorful rooftops to the warm, golden coastline, get to know the charming City of Seven Hills with Moon Lisbon & Beyond. Inside you'll find:

• Strategic, flexible itineraries designed for visiting top sights and local favorites, whether you have a few days, a week, or longer
• Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Hop on a tram to explore the hilly capital and marvel at 11th century castles. Shop for artisan treasures at a local flea market or soak up the vibrant colors of Lisbon's famous tiles at the Museu Nacional do Azulejo. Enjoy mouthwatering pasteis de Belém, order fresh grilled sardines at an outdoor bar, and people-watch as you snack on local cheese and charcuterie. Catch a traditional folk music show in a neighborhood fado house, chat with locals over a pint in a cozy pub, and sample delicious regional vintages at a hip wine bar
• Get outside the city: Escape the crowds with an easy day trip or short overnight stay. Venture through the fascinating Chapel of Bones in Évora, go surfing in Ericeira, relax by the tranquil river in Tomar, or marvel at grand palaces in Sintra
• Trusted, expert advice from longtime Portugal resident Carrie-Marie Bratley
• Background information on the city's history and culture, plus handy tips for getting around, traveling sustainably, avoiding crowds, and supporting local businesses
• Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout, plus a fold-out map
• In-depth coverage of neighborhoods, like Baixa, Chiado, Bairro Alto, and Belém, and nearby regions, including the Setúbal Peninsula, the Portuguese Riviera, and the Costa da Caparica

Explore at your own pace and savor the city like a local with Moon Lisbon & Beyond.

 

Visiting more of Europe? Check out Moon Norway or Moon Rome, Florence & Venice.

About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.

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Carrie-Marie Bratley moved to sunny Portugal from not-so-sunny South Yorkshire as a child and credits Portugal's incredible weather, beaches, food, and drink for keeping her moored there. She has worked as a journalist and writer since 2004 and is a newscaster for an Algarve radio station, interpreting, researching and reporting on affairs in Portugal.

Carrie-Marie has traveled Portugal and its islands extensively (her absolute favorite place in Portugal is the heavenly island of São Miguel in the Azores), and has expanded her travels to South Africa, the Caribbean, Morocco, and of course, the UK, which she visits frequently to fill up on the traditional British delicacy of fish and chips. She loves photography, local festivals, and an early night with a good book.