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Lisbon Holidays
Discover the beauty and history of Portugal’s capital with our 2024 Lisbon holidays. With an expert, local guide to show us the highlights of this magnificent city, we’ll be sure to get the most out of our holiday.
Holidays to Lisbon
On our holidays to Lisbon, create a base in beautiful resorts that have easy access to the beautiful city. A short trip into the centre means you can spend more time exploring every angle of the area, including its maritime history at the Belem Tower and Monument to the Discoveries. Holidays in Lisbon must involve walking along the colourful streets of Alfama and tasting the delicious local cuisine.
The magical Sintra Castle and the medieval towns of Óbidos and Alcobaça are perfect for those travellers looking for a cultural trip to Lisbon. From traditional fishing villages to strolls along the coastline, Lisbon travel has everything you need to enjoy your holiday. Relax, discover, indulge and admire the incredible sights the capital city has to offer with us.
Our Lisbon holidays 2024 include return flights, accommodation, transfers and excursions. So, what are you waiting for? Get booking, get packing and come and join us!
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Top Places To Visit & Tourist Attractions In Lisbon
Belem Tower
The Belem Tower is to Lisbon what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris or Big Ben is to London. It is the city's most photographed landmark and is a must-see for anyone visiting Lisbon. Built in the 16th century as a fortification to protect the city from attacks, the Tower juts out over the main waterway into the city, the Tagus River. The tower is a fantastic example of Manueline architecture, a unique Portuguese style that fuses late Gothic and Renaissance. On our trips to Lisbon, we’ll learn about the history of the Belém Tower from our expert, local guide.
Monument To The Discoveries
Lisbon’s Monument to the Discoveries celebrates the Portuguese Age of Exploration during the 15th and 16th centuries. This stunning landmark was constructed between 1958 and 1960 out of cement and rose-tinted stone and depicts 33 famous figures from the Age of Exploration staring out into the Tagus, including Ferdinand Magellan, Alfonso the 5th and Vasco da Gama. On our holidays to Portugal, we’ll visit this awe-inspiring monument and enjoy plenty of time to take pictures and marvel at the depictions.
Jeronimos Monastery
Just down the river from Belem Tower lies the famous Jeronimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and another beautiful example of Manueline architecture. The Monastery houses a number of famous tombs from influential people in Portuguese history including poets, presidents, and explorers. It is also the final resting place of Vasco de Gama, the first person to discover a sea route to India. We’ll visit the Monastery from the outside with an expert guide to tell us more about this famous landmark on our holidays to Portugal.
Rossio Square
Formally named King Pedro IV Square, Rossio Square has been a popular meeting place for centuries. Located in the centre of the city, this beautiful square has been the stage of revolutions, bullfights, celebrations and executions. The square is lined with traditional shops and quaint outdoor cafes where you can sit and watch the world go by. Café Nicola, the square’s most famous café, has been around since the 18th century. On our holidays to Portugal, we’ll enjoy plenty of time to relax and take in the atmosphere of this popular landmark.
Lisbon Guided Holidays
Lisbon is best known for the numerous world explorers that called the city home during the Age of Discovery and throughout the city, we’ll find numerous monuments and landmarks that tell the story of this influential time in history. In addition to the fascinating heritage of Lisbon, the city itself is extremely beautiful. With stunning pastel-coloured buildings, neoclassic architecture, mosaic-paved streets, and delicious local delicacies like the Pastel de nata, it’s no wonder Lisbon has become one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations. On our holidays to Lisbon, we’ll wander the winding alleyways and quaint side streets of the Alfama and Bairro Alto districts, and see some of the city’s most impressive sites including the Monument to the Discoveries, Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower. We offer a variety of holidays to Lisbon including City Breaks and longer trips that include more of Portugal.
Lisbon Holiday FAQs
What is included in my holiday?
Travel Department holidays include flights, transfers and hotel accommodation on bed and breakfast, half board or full board basis, and excursions as specified.
All items that are included are clearly stated in our documentation. Add-ons such as insurance, bags and single room supplements are mentioned separately. In some cases you may have to pay a local departure tax or local transport cost. This will be detailed in your documentation and our local guides will assist you with these. Tipping is not included in your holiday price and information regarding tipping will also be included with your travel documents.
Will I be met at the airport?
You will be met on arrival at your destination airport and transferred to your accommodation. You will be accompanied on all included excursions by your Travel Department guide. Your expert local guide is also available to give you tips and advice on any aspect of your holiday.
Do I need a Visa?
Please visit our visa page for information on requirements for each country's entry requirements
What if there is an emergency?
We have local representatives in all of our destinations who are available 24/7 as well as an emergency contact number for our offices in Ireland should you ever need it.
