Discover Lisbon’s 200 best Summer spots for your trip

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.

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.

Lisbon Surf Experience

★ 4.9 · 1,060 reviews

Hit the waves at Costa da Caparica with a Lisbon Surf Experience tailored to your level. Suit up, paddle out with an instructor and work on catching your first, or best, wave.

Carcavelos Surf School

★ 4.8 · 1,232 reviews

Learn to surf at Carcavelos Surf School, set on one of the beaches closest to Lisbon. Practise your technique on the sand, then paddle out with coaches who push you onto the best waves.

Sightseeing Cruise w/Swimstop, Drinks & Music

★ 3.8 · 4,735 reviews

Join the Sightseeing Cruise with Swimstop, Drinks and Music for an easygoing afternoon on the Tagus. Cruise past riverside monuments, enjoy the open bar, and take a dip at a south-bank beach.

BORK Kayak & Outdoor Centre Oeiras

★ 4.8 · 199 reviews

Paddle out with BORK Kayak & Outdoor Centre on the coast at Oeiras. Join a guided kayak session led by friendly instructors, with kit provided and a flexible switch of activity if the wind picks up.

Cais das Colunas

★ 4.7 · 4,970 reviews

Wander down to Cais das Colunas, the columned quay where Praça do Comércio meets the river. Sit on the marble steps and watch the Tagus and the far bank, especially around sunset.

Tagus River Cruise

★ 4.8 · 837 reviews

Cast off from Belem's Doca do Bom Sucesso on a Tagus sailing cruise. Pass beneath the April 25 Bridge with a welcome drink, taking in Lisbon's hills and both riverbanks.

Park Rooftop

★ 4.0 · 3,393 reviews

Discover Park Rooftop, a Lisbon bar hidden at the top of a car park. Ride the lift up, grab a cocktail and take in the city views with a lively crowd.

Praça do Comércio

★ 4.7 · 134,939 reviews

Stand in Praça do Comércio, the vast yellow-walled square that opens onto the Tagus. Pass beneath the triumphal arch, stroll the arcades, and watch the river light change toward evening.

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.

Sunset Boat Party Cruise with DJ and Open Bar

★ 4.5 · 14,109 reviews

Hop aboard a Tagus sunset cruise where a live DJ sets the mood over Lisbon's glowing waterfront. Dance on deck, sip sangria or wine from the open bar, and watch Belém and the April 25 Bridge slide past.

Sunset Cruise with Welcome Drink and Snacks

★ 4.4 · 3,376 reviews

Board a panoramic vessel for a sunset cruise on the Tagus with a welcome drink in hand. Watch Commerce Square, the April 25 Bridge and Belem Tower slide past to a lounge soundtrack.

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.

Castelo de São Jorge

★ 4.5 · 103,776 reviews

Climb to Castelo de São Jorge, the Moorish citadel overlooking Lisbon. Walk the ramparts and palace ruins, visit the archaeological museum and look out across the city.

Escala25

★ 4.8 · 501 reviews

Climb at Escala25, an outdoor wall tucked beneath Lisbon's 25 de Abril Bridge. After a clear safety briefing, tackle the routes with rented gear and the bridge towering overhead.

Lisbon Sunset Boat Tour on a Catamaran with 1 Welcome Drink

★ 4.7 · 3,542 reviews

Watch the sun go down over Lisbon on a Tagus catamaran cruise. Lounge on deck nets or under cover with music and a welcome drink in hand.

Belém Tower

★ 4.5 · 117,949 reviews

Visit Belém Tower, Lisbon's iconic Manueline fortress on the edge of the Tagus. Climb through its rooms to the rooftop terrace and look out over the estuary.

Sunset Cruise With Drinks on Spacious Yacht

★ 4.9 · 1,027 reviews

Relax on a spacious yacht for a small-group sunset cruise along the Tagus. Sip wine or beer as the crew introduces Belem Tower, the Monument to the Discoveries and the April 25 Bridge.

Sunset Boat Tour with music and free welcome drink

★ 4.7 · 4,237 reviews

Step aboard the historic Barco Evora for a sunset cruise on the Tagus. Enjoy a welcome drink, music and the changing evening light over Lisbon's waterfront monuments.

Miradouro das Portas do Sol

★ 4.7 · 5,730 reviews

Watch the light change over Alfama from Miradouro das Portas do Sol. Spend 45 minutes taking in terracotta rooftops, church domes, and the Tagus at golden hour.

Belém

Spend a half day in Belém, the riverside district where Portugal's seafaring age left its grandest monuments. Walk the waterfront past the Monument to the Discoveries and Belém Tower, and finish with a pastel de nata.

Miradouro de Santa Catarina

Drop by Miradouro de Santa Catarina for a laid-back view over the city. Spend half an hour soaking up the evening atmosphere in this popular square.

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.

Amphibious Sightseeing Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,966 reviews

Climb aboard the Amphibious Sightseeing Tour for a ride that switches from street to river. You will pass Lisbon's landmarks on land, then splash into the Tagus for a waterfront perspective with live commentary.

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.

Baixa de Lisboa

Stroll through Baixa, the orderly downtown grid Lisbon built after the 1755 earthquake. Walk Rua Augusta beneath the triumphal arch, then step out onto Praça do Comércio and its wide open view of the Tagus.

Viewpoint of Monte Agudo

★ 4.5 · 3,037 reviews

Head up to the Viewpoint of Monte Agudo for one of Lisbon's calmer panoramas. Pick a bench, order a coffee or a drink from the little bar, and watch the city light up at sunset.

Bairro Alto

Head up to Bairro Alto as evening falls, when Lisbon's most famous party quarter wakes up. Start with dinner or a fado set, then drift between tiny bars and the lively street crowd well into the night.

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

★ 4.6 · 44,054 reviews

Stop at Miradouro de Santa Luzia, a pergola-draped terrace above Alfama. Spend about 45 minutes looking over rooftops, the river, and docked ships with a coffee in hand.