How to Spend a Weekend in Lisbon, Portugal

History and beauty have nestled together in Portugal’s capital city, Lisbon. While most visitors can spend upwards of a week walking around the ancient streets and taking in the sights, what do you do if you only have a weekend? Here are must-see attractions in Lisbon. Plan your time wisely, because you may never want to leave.

Instructions

1. Spend the bulk of your day at the Gulbenkian Museum. This world class museum houses a collection of Egyptian and Persian artifacts unmatched anywhere in the world. In addition, the Gulbenkian also boasts a fantastic collection of the old masters’ work, as well as two concert halls.

2. Bring your children to the Ocenarium for a few hours. This is considered one of the finest aquariums on the planet and is considered by many to be a hidden gem in Lisbon. See hundreds of rare species of aquatic life and help your children to learn at the same time.

3. Take a nap, you’ll need it before going out to the Barrio Alto. Considered to be a world class party spot, the Barrio Alto is a neighborhood with a reputation for the most fun dance clubs, hottest drink spots and epicenter for a crazy night in Lisbon.

4. Wake up early and hop on Tram 28. Lisbon combines public transportation and tourism in one punch on this unforgettable sightseeing tour. The line offers antique, some would say “rickety," tram cars that wind up the city’s maze of streets to a breathtaking view. Be aware that the tram gets crowded and seats can be hard to come by.

5. Finish your stay by having a fine glass of port at the Port Wine House. This 18th century palace takes up an entire city block and offers hundreds of varieties of port for tasting.