Discover Lisbon’s 27 best Parks nature spots for your trip

Eduardo VII Park

Take a leisurely turn through Eduardo VII Park, a wide green expanse in the heart of Lisbon. Follow its long paths for an hour of open air, city views and easy, free-of-charge wandering.

Garden of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation

★ 4.7 · 25,261 reviews

Wander the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation garden, a quiet green pocket of lakes, birdsong and modernist design in central Lisbon. Follow the paths beside the water, pause at a cafe, and take in the calm.

Principe Real Garden

★ 4.5 · 13,104 reviews

Rest under the vast cypress at Príncipe Real Garden, a peaceful green square in Lisbon's elegant hillside district. Walk the shaded paths, watch the playground, and browse any market stalls set up nearby.

Parque Florestal de Monsanto

★ 4.7 · 13,347 reviews

Head into Parque Florestal de Monsanto, Lisbon's vast green lung on the city's western edge. Hike or cycle the forest trails, pause at lookout points, and spread out a picnic far from the traffic.

Estufa Fria

★ 4.7 · 12,826 reviews

Step into Estufa Fria, Lisbon's lush greenhouse garden tucked into the city. Wind past waterfalls, statues and hundreds of exotic plants in a cool, sheltered setting that feels worlds away from the streets outside.

Dolphin Watching Ocean Safari with Marine Biologist

★ 4.9 · 2,192 reviews

Head out from Lisbon on a rigid inflatable boat for a dolphin safari with a marine biologist on board. Scan the open water for wild dolphins, hear the species explained, then return past Belém's riverside monuments.

Jardim da Estrela

★ 4.6 · 14,841 reviews

Wander Jardim da Estrela, a tree-shaded garden with greenhouses, waterfalls and a duck pond in Lisbon. Find a bench, grab a drink at a cafe, and watch families, readers and dog walkers share the grass.

Kayak in Arrabida Natural Park & UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

★ 4.9 · 1,295 reviews

Paddle out from Sesimbra harbour into Arrábida's protected bay on a guided kayaking morning. Glide past cliffs and caves, then rest and snack at Ribeiro do Cavalo beach before the return paddle.

Botanical Garden of Lisbon

★ 4.0 · 9,018 reviews

Slip into the Botanical Garden of Lisbon for a calm hour among plants and trees gathered from around the world. Stroll the shaded paths, compare the different plant collections, and pair the visit with the museum next door.

Tropical Botanical Garden

★ 4.3 · 4,983 reviews

Slip away from the Belém crowds into the Tropical Botanical Garden, a shaded refuge of towering trees and old greenhouses. Follow quiet paths past ponds while peacocks stroll alongside you through the greenery.

Parque da Quinta das Conchas e dos Lilases

★ 4.5 · 9,380 reviews

Spend an easy afternoon in Parque da Quinta das Conchas e dos Lilases, one of Lisbon's favourite local parks. Picnic by the lake, spot ducks and turtles, and wander the lawns and trails.

Kayaking and Snorkeling Adventure

★ 4.9 · 631 reviews

Join a guided Kayaking and Snorkeling Adventure that takes you from Lisbon Zoo to the Arrábida coast by van. Paddle between caves, then slip into the water with mask and fins to spot marine life.

Jardim da Cerca da Graça

★ 4.4 · 1,836 reviews

Find Jardim da Cerca da Graça, a quieter garden hidden below one of Lisbon's best-known viewpoints. Settle on the grass with views over the castle and river, and enjoy a coffee from the kiosk.

Jardim Mário Soares

★ 4.4 · 9,922 reviews

Spend an easy hour at Jardim Mário Soares, a palm-lined park with a small boating lake in Campo Grande. Stroll the shaded paths, watch the boats drift by, or rent one yourself on a weekend afternoon.

Parque Silva Porto

★ 4.5 · 907 reviews

Pause at Parque Silva Porto, a shady city park where peacocks and ducks roam beneath tall cedars. Stroll around the pond, let children use the playground, and sit with a cheap coffee from the local cafe.

Algarve Adventures from Lisbon + Benagil Cave Boat Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,111 reviews

Leave Lisbon early for the Algarve Adventures day trip and its Benagil cave boat tour. Along the way you will explore Lagos, Ponta da Piedade and Algar Seco, with time to walk the cliffs and take photos.

Jardim do Torel

★ 4.6 · 5,321 reviews

Climb to Jardim do Torel, a hillside garden with old trees and views across the Lisbon rooftops and water. Linger on a bench near sunset, or stroll past the pool with its sandy beach.

Daylight or Sunset on a Vintage Sailboat

★ 4.9 · 1,311 reviews

Climb aboard a vintage sailboat on the Tagus for a daylight or sunset sail. Taste Portuguese snacks and sip wine while Belém, Cristo Rei and São Jorge Castle slide past.

Park Necessidades

★ 4.3 · 3,094 reviews

Wander into Park Necessidades, a overgrown, atmospheric garden where peacocks stroll past giant cacti. Climb its shaded paths, explore the old buildings and the duck ponds, and look out for river views through the trees.

Parque Urbano da Quinta da Granja

★ 4.4 · 674 reviews

Explore Parque Urbano da Quinta da Granja, a spacious green pocket beside the Colégio Militar metro. Walk the paths around the old manor house, cycle the track, and relax well away from the surrounding malls.

Parque Botânico do Monteiro-Mor

★ 4.5 · 911 reviews

Slip into Parque Botânico do Monteiro-Mor, a quiet botanical garden tucked away in Lumiar. Follow shaded paths among dense foliage and colourful flowers, take photos, and enjoy a calm hour with few other visitors.

Parque do Vale do Silêncio

★ 4.4 · 3,715 reviews

Wander through Parque do Vale do Silêncio, a calm neighbourhood park in Cidade Nova. Look for blossoming Judas trees in spring, lay out a picnic, and enjoy a peaceful corner of the city.

Parque Ribeirinho Oriente

★ 4.6 · 1,107 reviews

Slow down at Parque Ribeirinho Oriente, a modern park running along the Tagus. Settle on a bench or lounger by the water, watch the river, or follow the waterfront paths on foot.

Jardim das Ondas

★ 4.6 · 106 reviews

Discover Jardim das Ondas, a clean, local-feeling park of ponds and shade trees in Lisbon. Rent a rowboat, let the kids loose in the playground, or simply stroll the tidy green paths.

Jardim do Arco do Cego

★ 4.1 · 5,897 reviews

Stop at Jardim do Arco do Cego, a leafy local green space framed by handsome old buildings in Lisbon. Wander the paths, watch the dogs play, and grab a snack from the food stands.

Nations Park Gondola Lift Cable Car Round Trip

★ 4.4 · 1,822 reviews

Glide above Lisbon's Expo district on the Nations Park gondola lift. You will see the Tagus, the Oceanarium and the Vasco da Gama Tower from the air on a short round trip.

Park José Gomes Ferreira

★ 4.4 · 1,922 reviews

Step into Parque José Gomes Ferreira, a locals' green refuge just minutes from the airport. Stroll the shaded jogging paths, grab a sandwich from a kiosk, and watch families and runners go about their day.