Alfama
The oldest quarter: laundry-strung lanes, fado drifting out of doorways, the 28 tram rattling through.
Hills, trams and the Atlantic light — a city that rewards getting lost uphill.
When to go: March–June & September–October — warm, bright, before the summer crush.
Best places to visit
Culture
Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
The highest viewpoint — castle, river and red roofs; come for sunset, stay for the buskers.
Time Out Market
Top chefs under one roof; good for a fast, varied lunch when you can't decide.
Belém
The Tower, the Monastery and the original pastéis de nata — get the custard tarts warm.
LX Factory
An old industrial site turned bookshops, murals and brunch spots under the bridge.
Cascais day-trip
A 40-minute train to beaches and a pretty marina town — easy escape from the hills.
Plan your trip to Lisbon
WTFly finds the cheapest dates to fly there across a whole flexible window — then activities and a car to round out the trip.