Best Lisbon fado shows (that I’ve seen) & guide to fado restaurants in Lisbon
After slinking through the dark back streets of Alfama just after 11pm, we knocked on two large wooden doors, and a gruff face appeared. Fado? He ushered us inside the small space, straight to the dimly lit bar at the back. With a red wine in hand, we swivelled around to take in the space […]
Best Lisbon day trips for wine & food lovers
There’s no mistaking that Lisbon is an incredible food city, but some of Portugal’s most memorable meals can also be found outside the city limits. Within an easy drive (or train) from the capital, you’ll find fishing towns stuffed with great seafood, wine villages with sandy soils, a UNESCO city with its own regional cuisine, […]
Where to Find the Best Pastéis de Nata in Lisbon – 2026 Edition
How many pastéis de nata could you eat on a holiday to Lisbon? Our friend Jayden smashed 30 on his trip to Portugal, but I will say that not all of them were prime pastéis. The man was on a mission to eat at least two Portuguese custard tarts a day, picking them up from […]
Lisbon’s best beach day trips
A stone’s throw from Lisbon’s pastel streets lie cool surf towns, quaint fishing villages and some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. Pack sunscreen and a swimsuit and swap cobblestones and city buzz for soft sand and a slower pace of life with one of these Lisbon beach day trips. From glamorous Cascais to […]
Best day trips from Lisbon for history lovers
While Lisbon is a history-lover’s dream to explore, some of Portugal’s richest stories lie just beyond the city limits. Within an hour or so, you can wander medieval walled towns, stand before Roman ruins, trace the path of the Knights Templar, or get lost among the turrets of pastel palaces. I’ve lived in Lisbon since […]
Where to stay in Lisbon: Best neighbourhoods & hotels
Lisbon – it’s a city of cobbled streets, clattering trams, tiled façades, and surreal light that I currently call home. Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, choosing where to stay in Lisbon can feel a little overwhelming – not because of a lack of good options, but because each neighbourhood has its own personality. […]
Where to eat in Baixa, Lisbon: Local’s guide to the best restaurants, snacks and bars
If you’re someone who finds joy in food, then Lisbon’s Baixa (bye-sha) may be one of the trickiest places to eat well – but don’t fear, I have some great local tips. The capital’s flat, grid-pattern downtown neighbourhood is a place where time both zips by and stands still. Here you’ll find historic 20th-century taverns […]
18 best Lisbon day trips
From castles to the coastline and vineyards to villages, here are the best day trips from Lisbon.
Where to eat in Lisbon this summer: guide to the hottest tables for 2025
While you’ll always be able to eat well (even without a reservation) in Lisbon, if you’re chasing a seat at one of its buzziest tables, or want to revisit the beloved classics that locals still swear by – you’ll need to plan ahead. I’ve lived in Lisbon since 2018 and spent years as a food […]
Local’s guide to Belém, Lisbon: Best things to do with a half-day or more
Belém is a must-visit riverfront neighborhood rich in monuments, museums, and manicured parklands. It was from these shores, where the Tagus River kisses the Atlantic Ocean, that many ships including explorer Vasco da Gama’s fleet in 1497, left to map the world during Portugal’s powerful Age of Discoveries. History is just one reason why this […]
Where to eat in Belém: the best restaurants, snacks and bars
Belém might be packed with tourists, but finding a good spot to eat doesn’t have to feel like a scavenger hunt. I live close by and have spent plenty of time dining in Belém, so consider this your Belém food guide to dodge the tourist traps and actually eat well – whether you’re grabbing a […]
Best boat tours in Lisbon
It’s magic seeing the skyline of Lisbon from the water. Suddenly the geography – all the hills, viewpoints, and landmarks – falls into place. Zipping about on the Tagus River aboard a Lisbon boat trip is even better at sunset. A golden glow adds extra sparkle to Lisbon’s monuments as you cruise beneath the towering […]