Our favorite area to stay in Lisbon is Alfama. It’s as ancient as Lisbon itself, being the oldest neighborhood of the city, founded in 1200 BCE. The rustic neighborhood looks like something out of a ...
Lisbon’s historic Alfama district will once again host the Caixa Alfama Festival on 26-27 September 2025, celebrating Portugal’s most iconic musical tradition. Over two days, more than 40 artists will ...
Lisbon has a reputation for being one of the most artistic cities in Europe, yet that reputation has long been tied to architecture—the pastel-toned Alfama buildings, the intricate blue-and-white ...
With blue and white tiles, yellow trams, and pastel-hued buildings, Lisbon is a colorful capital city with much to see. In between visits to castles and historic neighborhoods, you’ll need to eat.