Torre de Belém
A 16th-century fortified tower on the Tagus, a symbol of the Age of Discovery and a World Heritage Site.
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Lisbon: airports, things to do and where to stay
Lisbon is Portugal's capital, a city of hills on the banks of the Tagus, with historic neighbourhoods, yellow trams and a lively scene of viewpoints, fado and pastry shops.
Lisbon airports
From the airport to central Lisbon
Humberto Delgado Lisboa airport is about 6 km from central Lisbon.
Metro de Lisboa, Linha Vermelha
Aeroporto station, next to T1, connects with the centre (Alameda, Saldanha, Oriente). About 20 min to the city centre.
Carris
City bus lines, such as the 744 and 783, linking the airport with different parts of Lisbon.
Taxi
Official rank in the arrivals area; taxis are metered. The ride to central Lisbon takes about 20 min, depending on traffic.
Lisbon
Things to do in Lisbon
Mosteiro dos Jerónimos
A Manueline monastery in Belém, with a richly decorated façade and a strikingly beautiful cloister.
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Elétrico 28 e Alfama
The historic yellow tram climbs and winds through the lanes of Alfama, Lisbon's oldest neighbourhood.
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Praça do Comércio
The great square opening onto the Tagus, with the Rua Augusta Arch leading into the Baixa.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Lisbon?
Lisbon is served by Humberto Delgado Lisboa (LIS).
How far is the airport from central Lisbon?
Humberto Delgado Lisboa airport is about 6 km from central Lisbon.
How do I get from the airport to central Lisbon?
From Humberto Delgado Lisboa airport you can take Metro de Lisboa, Linha Vermelha (metro), Carris (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Lisbon?
Highlights of Lisbon include Torre de Belém, Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, Elétrico 28 e Alfama, and Praça do Comércio.
Photo credits
- Torre de Belém: Alvesgaspar, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Mosteiro dos Jerónimos: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Elétrico 28 e Alfama: Jakub Hałun, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Praça do Comércio: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons