Best Things to Do in Lisbon in Autumn
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From the classic Calouste Gulbenkian Museum and MAAT - Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.7 · 18,229 reviews
Explore the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, a Lisbon institution built around one collector's remarkable eye. Walk from ancient Egypt and Persian art to European paintings in carefully lit galleries, then step out into the foundation's gardens.
★ 4.3 · 25,999 reviews
Cross into MAAT, where an old riverside power station meets a sleek modern gallery. Walk through preserved machinery, browse rotating contemporary exhibitions and finish on the terrace overlooking the Tagus.
★ 4.4 · 76,531 reviews
Dive into Time Out Market, Lisbon's lively food hall packed with local vendors. Graze across several stalls, mixing savoury plates and desserts, then hunt for a seat in the buzzing main hall.
★ 4.2 · 1,398 reviews
Find a hidden café with a terrace above Lisbon's rooftops. Order a coffee and cake and enjoy the view.
★ 4.8 · 7,126 reviews
Settle in for an evening of live fado in Lisbon, an intimate concert that suits couples and first-time listeners alike. Hear vocalists with Portuguese and classical guitar, learn what the songs mean, and enjoy a drink while the music plays.
★ 4.2 · 6,201 reviews
Taste traditional Portuguese pastries at a historic confeitaria in Lisbon. Pair a sweet with a coffee in the warm dining room.
★ 4.4 · 5,171 reviews
Step into Versailles, a Lisbon coffee house that has been serving since 1922. Admire the antique decoration over a coffee and pastry, or stay for a local-style lunch at the table or counter.
★ 4.2 · 10,600 reviews
Have a coffee at one of Lisbon's most famous historic cafés. Sit among the details of Chiado's literary past.
★ 4.4 · 7,184 reviews
Take a break at Nicola, a classic Lisbon address with an old-world atmosphere and a sought-after terrace. Order a coffee or a sangria and enjoy generous Portuguese plates while the city passes by.
★ 4.1 · 1,438 reviews
Order specialty coffee and a fresh sandwich at a Lisbon coffee lab. It makes a stylish stop between the city's sights.
★ 4.9 · 521 reviews
Find an excellent coffee at a tiny Lisbon café. Chat with the barista and enjoy a quiet morning stop.
★ 4.4 · 2,786 reviews
Pause at Fábrica Coffee Roasters, a trendy Lisbon roastery with a relaxed, aesthetic café. Sip a creamy iced latte or an affogato and pair it with a pastry or dessert from the counter.
★ 3.6 · 1,305 reviews
Step into Pastelaria Benard for a taste of old-school Lisbon coffee shop culture. Grab a table among the traditional decor and order coffee with cakes or pastries, or stay on for a set meal.
★ 4.4 · 1,624 reviews
Start your day at Simpli Coffee Braamcamp, a cozy cafe with a friendly team. Sip a well-made coffee or a hot chai and pick out a fresh pastry from the counter.
★ 4.8 · 311 reviews
Stop by Tact, a small Lisbon coffee shop where the owners clearly care. Enjoy sourdough with butter and egg alongside a flat white or batch brew Ethiopian coffee, ideally at an outside table.
★ 4.6 · 1,242 reviews
Relax at The Coffee, a minimalist Lisbon cafe with a clean, calming design. Order a balanced espresso or milk coffee and a fresh pastry, then enjoy the quiet atmosphere.
★ 4.8 · 358 reviews
Settle in at MAS Specialty Coffee & Brunch, a friendly Lisbon spot with a loyal following. Order a flat white and a plate of eggs Benedict, then linger over a leisurely, affordable brunch.
★ 4.8 · 77 reviews
Seek out W You Coffee, a cosy brunch nook in the quiet side streets of Alvalade. Share a plate of focaccia or avocado toast with a coconut matcha or a smooth coffee.
★ 4.7 · 104,880 reviews
Dive into Oceanário de Lisboa, a waterside aquarium arranged around one immense central tank. Follow the route past sharks, rays, penguins and tropical fish, viewing the same water from different depths across two floors.
★ 4.9 · 274 reviews
Slow down with a perfect cappuccino at a small, music-loving café. Enjoy a quiet start to a day in Lisbon.
★ 5.0 · 139 reviews
Discover a small specialty coffee shop in Campo de Ourique. Have a coffee and a light lunch with friendly service.
★ 4.9 · 109 reviews
Pause at nerv | specialty coffee, a compact Lisbon café where the coffee tastes properly bold. Sip a well-pulled espresso or a strawberry matcha served by an attentive, friendly barista.
★ 4.8 · 447 reviews
Seek out Pequeno Café e Bistrô, a hidden gem inside a local market in Arroios. Sit down to a plant-based brunch, a vegan Benedict on scrambled tofu or a weekly changing lunch special.
★ 4.6 · 716 reviews
Drop into SoLo Brewing Coffee Lab, a stylish Lisbon coffee spot with a basement lounge. Order a latte and brunch, or join the coffee roasting experience to see how your cup is made.
★ 4.7 · 6,144 reviews
Join the crowd at The Folks Chiado, a trendy specialty coffee spot in the Baixa-Chiado area. Order Turkish eggs or raspberry pancakes with a strong coffee or fresh lemonade.
★ 4.7 · 143 reviews
Drop into Vezo Coffee, a welcoming neighbourhood spot with a cute interior and an outdoor terrace. Order a pour over, pair it with a chocolate chip cookie, and chat with the friendly owners.
★ 4.7 · 921 reviews
Have a well-made coffee and a beautifully presented bite at Buna. Settle in for a stylish pause in Lisbon.
★ 4.6 · 101,216 reviews
Taste a Lisbon classic at Pastéis de Belém, the legendary pastry shop in Belém. Order warm custard tarts, then wander through the tiled rooms of its historic interior.
Lose yourself in Alfama, the labyrinth of lanes that forms Lisbon's oldest neighbourhood. Climb tiled stairways, pause at miradouros overlooking the red rooftops and river, and follow the sound of fado to a tiny local tasca.
★ 4.4 · 1,929 reviews
Explore EmbaiXada, a restored 19th-century palace turned showcase for Portuguese designers. Browse independent boutiques under grand archways and high ceilings, then pause at the on-site restaurant before heading out.
Lisbon · 🎨 Museum
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum
2h
MAAT - Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology
Lisbon · 🛍️ Shopping
Time Out Market
1h15
Lisbon · ☕ Coffeebreak
Café da Garagem
25 min
Lisbon · 🎭 Entertainment
Top-Rated Authentic Fado Show & Wine
1h30
Confeitaria Nacional
30 min
Versailles
45 min
A Brasileira
Nicola
Copenhagen Coffee Lab
Dramático
Fábrica Coffee Roasters
20 min
Pastelaria Benard
Simpli Coffee Braamcamp
Tact
The Coffee
MAS Specialty Coffee & Brunch
1h
W You Coffee
Oceanário de Lisboa
Casa Casa Café
Double Trouble Specialty Coffee Campo de Ourique
nerv | specialty coffee
Pequeno Café e Bistrô - Arroios
SoLo Brewing Coffee Lab
The Folks Chiado — Specialty Coffee
Vezo Coffee
Buna
Lisbon · 🥐 Breakfast
Pastéis de Belém
Lisbon · 🚶 Neighborhoods
Alfama
EmbaiXada