4 Day Lisbon Itinerary: Your Step-by-Step Travel Guide

This guide breaks down exactly how I spent 4 days in and around Lisbon, Portugal. You can follow it, tweak it, or use it to plan your own perfect Portugal adventure! There truly is so much to explore in this beautiful country, and I can’t wait for you to experience it!

For reference: I visited Lisbon in February, weather was cool but sunny most days. Perfect for light layers and lots of walking without getting too hot.

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During my trip in February 2025, the euro to U.S. dollar conversion rate was around 1 EUR = 1.04 USD, though exchange rates can fluctuate daily. It’s always smart to check the current rate before your trip and decide whether to get cash on arrival or rely on a credit card with no foreign transaction fees (I like to use my Chase credit card to earn points!).

(For the full trip cost breakdown, read What I Spent: 4-Day Trip to Lisbon in February.

Day 1: Get to Know Lisbon

Hotel: Casa do Bairro by Shiadu

Great location for the price, free breakfast included, and amazing staff. I paid €641 for 5 nights in February and was upgraded on arrival to their best-view room.

    • 9:00 AM – Breakfast at your hotel or nearby café

    • 10:00 AM – Walk to the waterfront + Praça do Comércio

    • 10:30 AM – $1 walking tour (~2–2.5 hours)
      Covers Baixa, Chiado, Alfama, and local spots. Wear comfy shoes!

    • 1:00 PM – Lunch at Cervejaria Ramiro
      Fresh seafood with a casual, local vibe. Will need a reservation here! For an alternative option try Nicolau Lisboa.

    • 2:30 PM – Lisbon Cathedral (€5)
      Short walk from Chiado, with good views from the upper level.

    • 3:30 PM – Free time to walk, shop, eat or rest
      Optional: Walk to Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara for views of the city and great pictures!

    • 6:30 PM – Head to meeting spot for the boat tour

    • 9:00 PM – Dinner at Time Out Market
      Lots of vendors and seating—perfect post-boat meal. Closes 12am.

    • 10:00 PM – Gelato at Grom (2 minute walk from Time Out)
      Gluten-free cones and allergen info clearly labeled.

Day 3: Day Trip to Belém (Museums + Waterfront)

    • 9:00 AM – Breakfast + coffee at Comoba

    • 10:00 AM – Uber to LX Factory (~15 min, €5–7)
      Creative space with shops, bookstores, food and art.

    • 11:30 AM – Walk to MAAT Museum (€9, closes 7 PM)
      Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology. There is a separate building for the “technology” portion.

    • 1:00 PM – Photos at Ponte 25 de Abril (Lisbon’s Golden Gate lookalike) Note: Be sure to cross the pedestrian bridge at the designated point (where I took the photo above) to get to the waterfront side .

    • 2:00 PM – Jerónimos Monastery PICTURED BELOW (€10, closes 6 PM)
      One of my FAVORITE places we went the whole trip- can not miss. Buy tickets at a booth across from the Monastery when you arrive.

    • 4:30 PM – Belém Tower (€6, closes 5:30 PM)
      We arrived too late to go inside, but it was still worth seeing from outside.

    • 5:30 PM – Pastéis de Belém for original custard tart (closes 9 PM)
      Pro tip: the lines are usually long here, but we went in a door to the left, ordered to go and were out in under 2 mins.

    • 6:30 PM – Uber back to the hotel or enjoy dinner at a restaurant in Belém before leaving

Day 2: Alfama + Souvenir Hunting

    • 9:00 AM – Coffee at Copenhagen Coffee Lab

    • 10:00 AM – Walk to Alfama for Feira da Ladra flea market (Only open Tues & Sat until 7 PM so plan accordingly!)
      Great for souvenirs, vintage finds, and local vibes.

    • 11:30 AM – National Pantheon (€9)
      Small museum with stunning rooftop views over Lisbon and the Tagus River.

    • 12:30 PM – Miradouro de Santa Luzia viewpoint
      One of Lisbon’s prettiest lookout spots.

    • 1:30 PM – National Tile Museum (€8)
      Founded in 1509, the museum takes you on a journey through the history of tile, which Portugal is famous for!

    • 2:30 PM – Ride the famous Tram 28
      A scenic ride through Lisbon’s historic neighborhoods. Try to board at a less crowded stop to get a seat (like Martim Moniz). You can uber here from the Tile Musesum or try to get on at a closer stop.

    • 6:00 PM – Dinner at Coppola Pizzeria
      Cozy spot with gluten-free pizza options.

Day 4: Sintra Day Trip (Castles + Nature)

For a full breakdown on our day trip to Sintra, click here.

    • 8:00 AM – Breakfast at Dear Breakfast You have to try their yogurt acai bowl. My favorite food of the trip.)

    • 9:00 AM – Rossio Train Station
      Buy roundtrip tickets at the kiosk (no need to pre-book off-season).

    • 10:00 AM – Train to Sintra (40 min, €2–3 one-way)

    • 11:00 AM – Quinta da Regaleira (€10)
      Explore gardens, tunnels, and the famous Initiation Well.

    • 1:00 PM – Lunch at Sintra Terrace
      Balcony seating with beautiful views.

    • 2:30 PM – Walk the streets + shop souvenirs

    • 3:30 PM – Uber to Palace of Monserrate PICTURED BELOW (~15 min, €5–7)
      Less touristy, gorgeous gardens, incredible architecture (€8 entry).

    • Optional if desired: Moorish Castle
      Older ruins, more walking, great views.

    • 5:30 PM – Uber back to Sintra town for a treat
      Try Saudade Café or another bakery.

    • 6:30 PM – Train back to Lisbon
      Rest and enjoy your pictures on the ride home.
Madison is a Nashville-based traveler sharing itineraries, packing tips, and budget-friendly travel advice to help adventurous women plan epic trips and see the world.
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