TOP 25 Things to Do in LISBON Portugal 2024 | Travel Guide

The best things to do in Lisbon in Portugal are not always easy to figure out. Especially during the new normal. This travel guide will help you discover the top 25 sights and attractions in Lisbon including the stunning Praça do Comércio, the historic Castelo de São Jorge, the dazzling Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, the Torre de Belém, and the Convento do Carmo.
This guide also includes a day trip to Sintra and its beautiful palaces and castles like the Palácio Nacional da Pena, the Castelo dos Mouros and the Palácio Nacional de Sintra as well as the mysterious Quinta da Regaleira.
It also covers lots of Portuguese food and drink options like the iconic Pastéis de Belém, grilled sardines, petiscos, port wine and spicy piri piri chicken.
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0:00 Intro
0:35 1: Praça do Comércio | www.lisbon.net/commerce-square
2:07 2: Tram 28 | lisbonlisboaportugal.com/de/l...
2:50 3: Castelo de São Jorge | castelodesaojorge.pt/
4:04 4: Sardines
4:25 5: Museu do Fado | www.museudofado.pt/
5:08 6: Largo das Portas do Sol
5:37 7: Sail boat tour | www.airbnb.com/experiences/56...
6:56 8: Antiga Confeitaria de Belém | pasteisdebelem.pt/
7:59 9: Padrão dos Descobrimentos | padraodosdescobrimentos.pt/
8:54 10: Mosteiro dos Jerónimos | www.visitportugal.com/de/cont...
9:56 11: Torre de Belém | lisbonlisboaportugal.com/de/t...
11:15 12: Fado
12:49 13: Palácio Nacional da Pena | www.parquesdesintra.pt/en/par...
13:36 14: Castelo dos Mouros | www.parquesdesintra.pt/en/par...
14:46 15: Palácio Nacional de Sintra | www.sintra-portugal.com/Attra...
16:17 16: Quinta da Regaleira | www.regaleira.pt/pt/
17:16 17: Petiscos
18:41 18: Culinary backstreets food tour
20:40 19: Sé de Lisboa | www.sedelisboa.pt/
21:33 20: Convento do Carmo | www.museuarqueologicodocarmo.pt/
22:17 21: A Brasileira | www.abrasileira.pt/
23:06 22: Parque Eduardo VII | www.portugalvisitor.com/portu...
24:11 23: Parque das Nações | www.portaldasnacoes.pt/
24:33 24: Teleférico
25:09 25: Oceanário | www.oceanario.pt/en

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[@mujibrahman2745]

Hi faraind how are you. I from dubai

[@marklepollo8546]

One of the best vids on Lisbon. Very professional work. Your accent is way better than any American. Your research is perfect.

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much. 🙂

[@jpaw1965]

I’ve watched so many videos in preparation for a trip to Lisbon. Yours is by far the BEST

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much! 😄

[@itrasgu611]

I love how you speak Portuguese so well! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@cobo1316]

Not sure how this gentleman doesn’t have more subscribers. Top notch video. Going to Lisbon in a few weeks and this is the best one I’ve seen. Keep it up.

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much! 😃

[@charliemontholon]

I agree, sometimes the best gems are hidden, I just discovered it today, in preparation to my trip in September.

[@carlossaraiva8213]

Absolutely.

[@agnesadorjan2569]

We always enjoy your postings of your travels, Max! Fantastic all rounder infos, lots of narration of what we just see on the monitor and not some verbal diarrhoea only, just talking about the sights instead of showing them and telling interesting stories.... that's a very immature version of a travel video.... But we love your videos! Carry on, Max!

[@edwardfernandez5354]

Very well done and informative to use when travelling to Portugal. We enjoyed the beautiful people, residential neighborhoods, and landmarks. The spirit of the Lord has blessed the land and the people with delicious foods, delightful arts, relics, music, and archictetual works. Portugal has a rich and ancient history. As a guide you've worked hard creating a useful guide to the country. Thank you for sharing!

[@MercedesVirgo]

Going September 2022 and cannot wait!

[@maxnomadtravel]

Awesome! I'm sure you'll have a great time! :)

[@nathalienurse3336]

Excellent video about Lisboa. Very informative and well researched. Your accent on point. Was in Lisboa last year going back again in September. There is so much to see and thanks for the Sintra info………..🤗🇨🇦

[@rachelmae7421]

Love Love Portugal. Been there several times. My favourite European country. Lisbon And Porto...i have missed you 😊😌😭

[@carlossaraiva8213]

I hope you return to us soon.

[@piedaderudman6043]

That was an amazing video! Thank you! I am from Sintra, living in London and loved every information you have described about my hometown. Extremely professional and educational. But even the Lisbon part, you've shown sites that i have not visited yet and loved it! Pity you missed Cascais and Estoril, which are along the river Tagos Estuary. Beautiful places to visit also. Maybe next time....😊👍

[@anasofiasofia2627]

Thank you for this beautiful tour through my beautiful city.

[@neoixnorge740]

One of the best videos showing Lisboa. I liked, good work ...

[@valentinoohp]

I've lived here for 10 years and this video gave me a whole other perspective of the city, thank you

[@_rommelramos]

Great job! Hands down the best vid I've seen when doing a city "to do list"! The mixed in history and cinemato/video graphy were well done! You not only pointed out the highlights but also managed to be educational! I just wished I've seen this video before my Lisboa trip couple weeks ago!

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much! :D

[@kassandratorres1463]

U can always go again, have fun.

[@FernandoFerreira-gq6wy]

Lisboa, uma paixão irresistível.

[@labrostraveller]

Amazing video. I want to visit Lisbon, it's in my plans. Nice share

[@anna-leemclaughlan9334]

Great video - I didn’t realise there was so much to do in Lisbon. Definitely one to put on the holiday list

[@Papin47]

Superior to any of the other Lisbon videos, with perfect portuguese accent well done Max! Just subscribed.

[@delladrummond7975]

Thank you for this amazing guide. I’m heading to Portugal in a few weeks and this information will be very valuable.

[@anacorreia3120]

Obrigada por visitar a minha cidade. Excelente apresentação. Está muito bem informado. 👍

[@maxnomadtravel]

Muito obrigado! 🙂

[@armandolima823]

I just love the effort you put into speaking the words right. Many hours in front of the mirror hey? 😎 That's how you do it, great job!

[@maxnomadtravel]

Haha, yes, kind of! I was most using forvo.com and KZbin videos trying to find the correct Portuguese pronunciation. It was often not easy because I wanted the Portuguese pronunciation and not the Brazilian. I'm happy if you like the final result. :)

[@lfsm9380]

Uau, I must congratulate your work! Your attention to cultural aspects (like the spot-on mentions to the Age of Discovery) and architectural aspects (highlighting the main features of Manueline architecture, for instance) was amazing - and totally correct. Keep the good work flowing and all the best

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much! :) I try very hard to explain things in a way that is acurate and still entertaining. I think we are all better off, if people travel with a bit more of an understanding of the places and cultures that they are visiting.

[@lfsm9380]

@@maxnomadtravel Yeah, the combo 'accurate + entertaining' is very valuable. It is a winning formula, IMHO. Humble suggestion: keep building your videos around that combo. I say this because I'm sick and tired (as are many others, as you can check for yourself when reading comments on other videos from different authors) of way too shallow narratives, overly histrionic deliveries, and inaccurate facts. People like their culture, history, and so on, to be portrayed in an accurate and entertaining way - that might be harder to achieve, and that's in fact a competitive advantage for you (because it won't be easily replicable by other authors). As a Portuguese guy, I can tell you that your video on Lisbon is one of the best on KZbin. Take care and all the very best (subscribed to your channel)

[@kissmetess]

Wow , superb historical backdrops , apropos musical accents and just enough lightheartedness to keep the balance !Kudos kiddo.You done good.!!❤Love your vids and am sooo subscribing!

[@stanleymaximillian8403]

I am going to Lisbon in 3 weeks. So I will use this video as one of my guide (along with books, articles, Wikitravel, Steve Rick and some other videos) Thanks!

[@maxnomadtravel]

Perfect. I'm so glad you found the video helpful. :D

[@yoliemarroquin7314]

Great detailed video on Lisbon 🤩 By far the best I’ve seen on the city ✨ We also really enjoy the history you provide and this just adds to the overall quality of your channel. You have gained another subscriber 👍🏼

[@Travelvids]

Was awesome to meet up with you!!! Hope to do more I the future. Happy Traveling

[@maxnomadtravel]

Yes, it was great to see you in Lisbon! Maybe we can meet again in Europe this summer. I linked your channel in the infocard. :)

[@saranyabiswas2057]

The best video on Lisbon .. this was my benchmark as I booked the trip 10 days ago .. thanks appreciate it very much

[@haroldrivera9652]

Hello Max I just wanted to say thanks for your video. I recently came back and used your video as a template for my trip. We had a great time and everything you talked about in your video we did. What an amazing place. But thanks to you we were able to plan our trip. You make the best videos. Keep up the good work.

[@sandradean6061]

ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR VIDEO OF ( 25 things to do in LISBON !) As I have watched and watched so Many of them But!! YOURS 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 TAKES TOP BILLING 🥇🏆 So informative and I just love your pronunciation of the PORTUGUESE WORDS AND NAMES. YOU ARE SO GOOD AT WHAT YOU DO 👏🏻👏🏻👌 AND I SAID TO MY HUSBAND … instead of the CRUISE 🚢 AROUND THE D’UORO … I want to DO MAX NOMAD’S TOUR OF LISBON AND THEN DO DAY TRIPS TO THE SURROUNDING TOWNS AND INTO PORTO FOR A FEW DAYS I am wondering 💭 if you could suggest the PORTO AREA TOO … like you have with LISBON??? I would certainly appreciate it so much Max🙏🏻🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👌 WELL DONE ONCE AGAIN 👏🏻👏🏻👌

[@TravelingisFREEDOM]

This seems to be a very interesting place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much! And please keep up the great job! Subscribed!!

[@WEEDobite]

Amazing video!! So much to do in Portugal and there’s even more 😍 I like to plan some activities based on recommendations and also walk around to find random spots. Highly recommend it!

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you!

[@ShimonMeetsWorld]

Love your travel videos! I’ve picked up so many useful tips for my travels, but your content has also helped me pick up things that will help me improve my own travel content. Such a valuable channel 🙌🏽

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much! :D

[@marybarbosa9651]

Wow.. this is The best video I have ever seen about Lisbon ❤ Hope to be there next year 🙌 Thanks for sharing!

[@mujibrahman2745]

Ya nice vidio

[@bennytanhm]

My Family Love your videos ! Do travel more and recommend us with more places of interest! Looking forward to your next destination videos !

[@emanuelcamacho9316]

with so many good foods I was hungry to eat all this. I loved the video💕😋

[@fakesurname1743]

Max is back 👍

[@hrivera2940]

Hey Max, I wanted to say Thank you for your Lisbon video. I just got back from Portugal. I did everything you talked about on your video. You are the best. More people should watch your videos. I had an awesome time. Thanks to you. I planned my trip using your template. Keep making videos I tell everyone I know to watch your videos. Max Nomad is the best on KZbin...

[@kimivo]

Amazing!! Just booked my trip can’t wait ! thanks for this sharing with us !

[@mujibrahman2745]

👌

[@luismedina8746]

Heading to Portugal tomorrow with family. Thanks for providing so many good tips.

[@maxnomadtravel]

That's great! I'm happy that you found the video helpful. :D Enjoy your trip!

[@angelabarnes1547]

Excellant job on this video! I also appreciate your details and the DATES you show! Many travel videos do not put the dates, so nice to know/see the weather and 'vibes' on the dates shown. Perhaps another idea is to indicate prices - if possible. Many thanks! Angela

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much! :)

[@svetlanasolnceva2780]

Thank you! Your video is very-very helpful for planning a trip to Lisbon💛

[@fiveinitaly]

Amazing video 👍👍👍 ciao from italy 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@user-cc1ge3kj7o]

@maxnomad Thank you for your immense work. I absolutely love your videos. Keep up the great job! 🤗🤗😊😊

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much! :)

[@photographlisbon]

Very good video with good information! Always a good time to return. And if I may, to all those who enjoy Photography: 26th thing to do, a guided photo tour with Photograph Lisbon! :)

[@bobdyck8508]

Lots of fun in my favourite city in the world. We’re coming back for four months this August and next spring.

[@ArianaVaz]

I’m was from Lisbon and this is the best video from Lisbon I’ve ever seen rich in details. If you are planning to go to Lisbon you should watch this whole video. you pronounce the words in portuguese very well🥳🙌🏾😃 Amazing video, thank you

[@charlesruiz2000]

Good to see you traveling again!

[@adeliamonteiro7644]

Minha Linda cidade saudades ❤❤❤❤

[@kurkkobain]

ta tudodm destruido-s e caminah na rua e so lixo de zucas e monhes..

[@rm26367]

Love this video!!! Thank you !

[@fernandogoncalvessimao3850]

I MISS LISBON Im portuguese brazilian person my family is from.algarve I know many places in Portugal and its islands toplus amizades mundiais topculture toplus idioms ecoflower project in Rio Brasil tophug Max

[@sara.w]

Love your travel videos!! Thank you for sharing and I can’t wait to see where you go next 🤍 I hope Croatia, Slovakia, and maybe Sylvania!!

[@flyingpedal]

Thank you so much Max :)

[@isamaaltaein8672]

Hi Max today we watched second time your video . I believe you are the great travel guide for all you tube. Thank you so much we learned a lot from your video.. Chaos

[@glenellenyogabyrhina2930]

Excellent Video! Thank you!

[@dodification]

Great shots!

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you! :)

[@olgamakarova845]

Thank you for the great video! I saved a lot of tips, looking forward to my trip to Portugal!

[@mujibrahman2745]

Hi

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[@lorrainemcneill986]

very well done!!!

[@BEATRIIIZOLAAA]

Your Portuguese is great! Great video as always ☺️

[@dianawanderlust]

You put so much effort into making this video! I was doing some research before editing my video and this puts me in a shame haha :)) Well done really 😍

[@Andrew-cg2zl]

love your videos! great recommendations

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much! :)

[@our4feettravelers760]

good video keep it up we hope to go some time soon and thank you for the tips

[@katherinewagoner741]

Thank u, Max. Great video. U know just the right amount of time to spend on each special place. I look forward to spending a lot of time there before long. You are inspiring. Obrigada.

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much!

[@isamaaltaein8672]

Max, great video things for shearing

[@eviforsman9930]

I love your videos and I’m always so excited when you post!

[@tammiepulley7167]

Great content. Thanks.

[@anitainlisbon8836]

Great video thank you 🤗

[@alejandro_vieitez]

Great vídeo man

[@andrearock71]

I love all your videos! your channel was a great discover these past days :)

[@one_rando]

Thank you for a great informative video!

[@orchidiamond]

So true your video is one of the best , very clear , your words are well articulated can understand it well , happy always smiling , each places you showed are fascinating , food extraordinarily unique , so well described as if I tasted it too , so yummy , better than the other tourist guide , hope you’ll million viewers , am in Lisbon right now having the best of Lisbon with my family , thank you very much your video very very informative 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@hermanosoares3860]

Nice vídeo!👍

[@samadqazi1967]

Thanks for your video

[@HakanKaratan]

Hello Max your videos are very professional it is amazing to watch to.

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much! :D

[@richvarela9636]

great video il be there in 2 weeks

[@anibalfernando3027]

My city..from 1970 to 1986..I visit every year..since I moved to the UK..like any Capital City suffers alterations and became cosmopolitan.. I love Lisbon in Christmas time and Spring time.. Thank you for your video..how good you are pronouncing,,Portuguese Words,,excellent..work. Muito obrigado

[@maryvought9244]

Really enjoyed the video. The Lisbon Cheat Sheet is for Capetown! Thank you!

[@maxnomadtravel]

Oh, thanks a lot. I will fix it right away!

[@americocarvalho8378]

Parabens ,voce pronuncia as palavras portuguesas num portugues perfeito . Abraço

[@meio_feio]

Não minta pra ele

[@maxnomadtravel]

Oh, thank you! :) I'm sure it's not 100% perfect but I tried my best.

[@carlossaraiva8213]

@@meio_feio não está a mentir e tú sabes isso.

[@NickBB]

Amazing full length tour 🎉💪🏼

[@-gothere-]

Such a great view and shoot technique

[@Crystal-fr2qr]

i’m heading to portugal (and spain) in december!! please recommend any restaurants/places i should definitely visit :)

[@JeanPinto.]

Cool

[@walterschott8070]

Very essential informations. I agree,nice guy always smiling, good video.

[@The_Traveling_Clown]

I might try a few of this locations in the next few days.

[@maxmorris4562]

Very well made video glad to have discovered your channel

[@qualitygoldfish2198]

Fantastic video,kudos sir/

[@anneneves6613]

Lisbon love you ❤

[@maxnomadtravel]

Yes, it's a wonderful city! :D

[@beatrizoliveros5569]

Great video, informative and to the point! Thanks for sharing

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you! :)

[@sonacelislami5587]

My husband and I spend last sommer a whole week in Lisbon. We fell in love with this city. The only problem was Tram 28. We decided to get in and see all the beautiful sides of the city, but it was a little late in the afternoon and we could`nt really enjoy all the view. I was a little disappointed , but maybe in a future we could return to make it complete. I would like to think of Lisbon as the city where we can spend our time after the retirement.

[@fernandogoncalvessimao3850]

Very nice video

[@yudiminarji6265]

Nice video ❤️❤️

[@edinhobezerrace02]

Muito bom... Recomendo.

[@maxnomadtravel]

Obrigado! :)

[@brandrange2288]

A muralha! So exited to see my spot in the video!

[@maxnomadtravel]

Oh, wow. Is this your restaurant?

[@brandrange2288]

@@maxnomadtravel Haha I wish. It’s just my fav restaurant in Lisboa. I used to go there for lunch all the time.

[@dimlucas3931]

A few more places worth visiting are the Monsanto Park, the Miradouros, Bairro Alto for the nightlife, The two football stadiums for football fans, the other side of the river, Cascais as a day tour, there is even the west-most point of Europe there.

[@joseastor10]

Excellent and wonderful video! Can we do the 25 things in two days? Thanks

[@haroldrivera9652]

Hello Max, you have great videos we are planning our trip based on your trip and information. You make the best videos abroad. Thanks again

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it! :)

[@stephenhampson1577]

Done most of this when I went in 2017,except for food as we did it on a budget. Used bus instead of taxis all the time 😂

[@SteveKxyz]

Excellent. I am there beginning of September. Spoiled for choice.

[@wheymiyoch3284]

I watched a lot of Things To Do in Lisbon videos. Yours is the best. I just came back from Lisbon 10 days ago and did most of the things you suggested. Fantastic.

[@maxnomadtravel]

Thank you so much! 😄

[@carlosmarques1029]

I agree.

[@showkathossain9638]

Very nice and elaborate video Best regards from Canada