Last month, I ventured to Lisbon, Portugal; it was my first international trip since pandemic started. It felt good to escape from the country just for a few days and embrace another culture. As a nerd, I loved immersing myself in Portuguese culture, attempting to speak Portuguese and switching to Spanish when appropriate, eating lots of Pastel de nata, drinking tons of Aperol spritz, and taking intentional time to take photos. I am confident I will return to Lisbon and stay longer next time. There were so many places I wanted to go, but of course, time was against me. As a result, I created a mini travel guide just for you to share where I went, ate, and stayed. I included places I wanted to see and didn’t have enough time.
Azul e Branco Restaurant inside H10 Duque de Loulé
Dear Breakfast – Chiado
Food is good but if you come in a large group without a reservation, you’ll be waiting for a long time. Pro tip: If you’re lucky, request to be seated upstairs so you can get a view of the street.
Lunch in Cascais at Grelhas
Ordered Pataniscas (Fried Shrimp)
Snack at Pastéis de Belém
Established in 1837, the baking of the “Pastéis de Belém”began in the buildings attached to a sugar cane refinery, following the ancient ‘secret recipe` from the monastery.
Dinner at Tabernáculo by Hernâni Miguel (Black-owned)
African and Portuguese food, wine, and live music. My favorite dish was the codfish casserole (I can’t remember the exact name). Plus, all dishes are shareable! We bought three dishes and pitcher of sangria for about $55!
Dinner at Allora Restaurante Italiano & Bar
Dinner at Limão Terraço Bar inside H10 Duque de Loulé
Set in an 18th-century building, this Boutique Hotel fuses traditional Portuguese décor with a modern twist. A key highlight of this hotel was e Limão Rooftop Bar. This restaurant is on the rooftop with stunning views of the city. I spent my final night on the rooftop watching the sunset. It was delightful! Pro tip: Arrive at least 30 minutes before the sunset, as you might be stuck in line for awhile until other guests leave.
History of African Lisbon Tour
Learn how African culture, food, and music have been a part of Lisbon for centuries. During 4 hours walk, you explore the city of Lisbon discovering its African unrevealed history of the enslaved. Additionally, you will share about the role of Portugal in the slave trade and its colonial history.
Livaria ler devagar (Book Store)
TimeOut Market
This market comprises of 26 restaurants, 8 bars, a dozen shops and with a high-end music venue. I recommend going around lunch time if you want to find seating as I went after dinner it was packed.
Ponte 25 de Abril
A suspension bridge connecting the city of Lisbon, capital of Portugal, to the municipality of Almada on the left bank of the Tagus river. It is the 46th longest suspension bridge in the world.
Walk around Belém Tower
You can book a tour but I opted to walk around the vicinity of the tower. It was such a beautiful day.
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