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Trip Overview

Lisbon

3 Days · Solo · Balanced
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Daily Plan
Day 1
3 Spots
Time Out Market · Pink Street · Chiado
Day 2
3 Spots
Alfama · São Jorge Castle · Praça do Comércio
Day 3
3 Spots
Mouraria · Tram 28 · Bairro Alto
Trip Notes
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Day 1

Lisbon · 3 Spots
1
Time Out Market
Time Out Market
Market · 1-1.5 hours
Time Out Market Lisboa is a food hall located in the Mercado da Ribeira at Cais do Sodré in Lisbon, Portugal.
NoteGo earlier for the freshest food and shorter lines. Some stalls still prefer cash.
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2
Pink Street
Pink Street
Neighborhood · 1.5-2 hours
Pink Street is one of the most notable neighborhood experiences in Lisbon, and works well as a core stop in a first itinerary.
NoteThis area works best when you leave room to walk slowly, browse side streets, and stop for coffee or snacks.
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3
Chiado
Chiado
Neighborhood · 1.5-2 hours
The Chiado (Portuguese pronunciation: [ʃiˈaðu]) is a neighborhood in the historic center of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Chiado is an important cultural and commercial district, known for its luxury shopping, historic landmarks, and its numerous theatres and museums. In 1988, the Chiado area was severely affected by a fire.
NoteThis area works best when you leave room to walk slowly, browse side streets, and stop for coffee or snacks.
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Day 2

Lisbon · 3 Spots
1
Alfama
Alfama
Neighborhood · 1.5-2 hours
The Alfama (Portuguese pronunciation: [alˈfɐmɐ]) is the oldest neighborhood of Lisbon, spreading on the slope between the São Jorge Castle and the Tagus river. The district includes the freguesias (parishes) of São Miguel, Santo Estêvão, São Vicente de Fora and part of the two streets, "Freguesia da Sé: Rua do Barão" and "Rua São João da Praça". It contains many important historical attractions, as well as an abundance of Fado bars and restaurants.
NoteThis area works best when you leave room to walk slowly, browse side streets, and stop for coffee or snacks.
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2
São Jorge Castle
São Jorge Castle
Historic Site · 1.5-2 hours
São Jorge Castle (Portuguese: Castelo de São Jorge; Portuguese pronunciation: [kɐʃˈtɛlu dɨ sɐ̃w̃ ˈʒɔɾʒɨ]), sometimes known in English as Saint George's Castle, is a historic castle in the Portuguese capital of Lisbon, located in the freguesia of Santa Maria Maior. Human occupation of the castle hill dates to at least the 8th century BC while the oldest fortifications on the site date from the 2nd century BC.
NoteCheck the official site for the latest entry policy and opening hours. Early visits are usually calmer and better for photos.
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3
Praça do Comércio
Praça do Comércio
Landmark · 1-1.5 hours
The Praça do Comércio (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈpɾasɐ ðu kuˈmɛɾsju]; transl. Commerce Square), more commonly known in Portuguese as Terreiro do Paço ([tɨˈʁɐjɾu ðu ˈpasu] (transl. Palace Yard), is a large, harbour-facing plaza in Portugal's capital, Lisbon, and is one of the largest in Portugal, with an area of 175 by 175 m (574 by 574 ft), that is, 30,600 m2 (329,000 ft2).
NoteAim for early morning or late afternoon light. Popular viewpoints often need timed tickets in peak season.
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Day 3

Lisbon · 3 Spots
1
Mouraria
Mouraria
Neighborhood · 1.5-2 hours
Mouraria is one of the most notable neighborhood experiences in Lisbon, and works well as a core stop in a first itinerary.
NoteThis area works best when you leave room to walk slowly, browse side streets, and stop for coffee or snacks.
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2
Tram 28
Tram 28
Entertainment · 2-2.5 hours
The Lisbon tramway network (Portuguese: Rede de elétricos de Lisboa) is a system of trams that serves Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal. In operation since 1873, it presently comprises six lines. The system has a length of 31 km, and 63 trams in operation (45 historic "Remodelados", 8 historic "Ligeiros" and 10 modern articulated trams). The depot is located in Santo Amaro, in Alcântara.
NotePopular experiences often sell out first on weekends and holidays, so advance booking is safer.
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3
Bairro Alto
Bairro Alto
Neighborhood · 1.5-2 hours
Bairro Alto (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈbajʁu ˈaltu]; literally: Upper District) is a central district of the city of Lisbon, the Portuguese capital. Unlike many of the civil parishes of Lisbon, this region can be commonly explained as a loose association of neighbourhoods, with no formal local political authority but social and historical significance to the urban community of Lisbon and of Portugal as a whole.
NoteThis area works best when you leave room to walk slowly, browse side streets, and stop for coffee or snacks.
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FAQ

Lisbon 3-day itinerary: FAQ

How many days do you need in Lisbon?
Three days is a comfortable amount of time to walk Lisbon's main areas without rushing. This itinerary gives each day to one part of the city, with room for meals and unplanned detours.
Is 3 days enough for Lisbon?
Yes. Three days covers the highlights of Lisbon on foot at an unhurried pace. With more time you can add day trips or slower neighbourhood wandering, but three days sees the essentials.
Can you do Lisbon in 2 days or one day?
Yes. For two days, follow Day 1 and Day 2 and drop the third; for a single day, walk Day 1, which covers the most iconic stretch. The route is split by area so it shortens cleanly.
How much walking is in this Lisbon itinerary?
Each day is a comfortable walk grouped into one neighbourhood, so you spend the day walking rather than commuting between far-apart sights. For the most relaxed pace, follow the day-by-day plan above and let a tram or taxi cover the longest gaps.
Can you edit or export this Lisbon itinerary?
Yes. It is a free, self-guided walking itinerary. Open it in the Lisbon planner to reorder or remove stops, share a link, or export an offline copy to follow on your phone.