Day 1 — Baixa and Alfama
The Praça do Comércio, the Baixa, then Alfama with the cathedral, tram 28 and São Jorge Castle. In the evening, a fado.
Day 2 — Belém
The Jerónimos Monastery, the Belém Tower, the famous pastéis de Belém and the MAAT. In the afternoon, LX Factory.
Day 3 — Bairro Alto, Chiado and Sintra
The miradouros, Chiado and Bairro Alto — or a trip to Sintra (Pena Palace), 40 min by train.
The logic: group by neighbourhood
First put your places on a map to see the clusters. If you have a Google Maps favourites list, start by exporting your Google Maps saved places or pasting your list. With MyFavsMap, you visualise your Lisbon spots, filter by category and build your days by hill and neighbourhood — so you enjoy more and rush less.
Practical tips
- Comfortable shoes: it climbs everywhere.
- Tram 28 early to avoid the crowds.
- Sintra: book early and leave early (very busy).
- Miradouros for the sunsets.
- A 4th day? Cascais and its coast.
FAQ
How many days do you need in Lisbon?
Three days: Baixa/Alfama, Belém, and Bairro Alto/Chiado or Sintra. A 4th day for Cascais.
Should you visit Sintra from Lisbon?
Yes, if you have 3 days or more: it's 40 min by train and the Pena Palace is worth it. Leave early, it's very busy.
How do you get around Lisbon?
On foot and by tram for the hills. Organise each day by neighbourhood to limit needless climbs.
