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Lisbon Holidays

Portugal’s vibrant, hilly capital

Portugal’s coastal capital Lisbon, known as the City of Seven Hills, is a place of ornate beauty and charm combined with a thoroughly hip, modern sensibility that’s seen its fashion cred and tech scenes explode over the last few years. Blessed with scenic vistas, pretty pastel-coloured houses, nearby beaches and a global reputation for its traditional Fado music, Lisbon holidays are delightfully diverse.

Lisbon’s iconic Manueline architecture

The city’s architecture reflects its complicated history, with Portugal invading, and being invaded by, many different cultures over the centuries. There are examples of Moorish, Gothic, Pombaline and Baroque styles, among others, around Lisbon’s well-preserved streets, and you can even still see its imposing medieval city walls. The various neighbourhoods each have a distinct character – try drinking in the view from the top of the Alfama district, with its vistas over the city and traditional home-cooked meals in characterful bars and restaurants.

Visit scenic Bairro Alto for restaurants and bars

Down in the bohemian Bairro Alto quarter, tapas-style menus and crisp local wines lead into evenings of traditional music and dancing. The shopping is excellent, with lots of markets selling everything from gourmet produce to art and antiques, including the world-famous colourful ceramic tiles. Whatever your reason for visiting, holidays to Lisbon take place against a backdrop of centuries of history and are sure to include excellent cuisine and welcoming people.

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Flight Time
2hrs 15mins

* Average time from London Gatwick to Lisbon

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Hotels in Lisbon

138 Liberdade Hotel
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3K Europa
530 reviews
3K Madrid
699 reviews
Acores Lisboa
876 reviews
Alif Avenidas
908 reviews
Altis Avenida
2,133 reviews
Altis Grand Hotel
1,923 reviews
Altis Prime Hotel
1,000 reviews
America Diamonds
1,323 reviews

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