Santa Luzia viewpoint
One of many viewpoints, but I really enjoyed this one.
Restaurant next to it looks lavish; good food and good prices, but they only took Euros when I went.
Portugal
Lisbon: Things to do
Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
Did not have time, but got this rec from lots of folks.
Another good viewpoint about 10 minutes from Miradouro da Graca with a garden in between.
Belém tower
Really nice water views and perfect for sunset.
Coast walk
Easy to walk along the coast and check out Padrao dos Descobrimentos.
Pasteis de Belem
Good route from the coast walk.
Santuario Nacional do Cristo Rei
Smaller version of the Brazil one.
Heard sunset was amazing from a Portuguese Uber driver.
Rossio Square
Had Christmas markets, lights, and music when I went.
Great walking connector to other areas.
Elevador de Santa Justa
Nearby connector; do not be afraid to get lost here.
Sintra
Take a day for the palace.
Cheap 45-minute train; aim for 11 AM tickets for lower crowds and better weather.
Sintra transit
Do not pay for the bus from train station to palace.
Sintra palace / gardens
Spend a while in the palace, get the cheap pastries, then get lost in the massive gardens if weather allows.
Lagos
2.5-hour drive if renting a car.
We had a great Airbnb near the coast; text me if you want the link.
Lagos boat tour
Main highlight was a 2-hour Atlantis Tours boat tour through Benagil caves, beaches, and Algarve.
Lagos pacing
Stay 2-3 days max and chill on beaches, weather permitting, while eating and drinking.
Lisbon: Food
Manteigaria
Egg tarts are a must and this was my favorite place.
Walking around this area is beautiful too.
Timeout market
Culturally diverse market with lots of crazy good food stalls, seating, AC / heat, and cool decor.
In Timeout Market.
Get the Teddy Boy; genuinely the best sandwich I have ever had and well-priced.
Leve Leve tapas bar
Did not go, but got it recommended.
Cheap tapas with drinks; try to reserve beforehand.
Restaurante Diyalo
Really good Nepalese place we went to.
Momos were fire.
Sao Jorge
Nice Portuguese place we went to without a reservation; homey, quality food and apps.
Mc Donald's
Aight here, nothing special.
Transport
Uber
Cheap rideshare option.
Metro
Not fully developed but also cheap.
Tuk tuks / random vehicles
Fun but can get expensive, around 60 euros/hour from what
I remember.
What we did
Walked and Ubered besides the Sintra train and Lagos drive, and I do not regret it.
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