The spots I actually send my friends to. Save it for your trip.
Golden hour in Lisbon is a religion. These are where I go.
A rooftop bar hidden on top of a parking garage. Take the elevator up, no one tells you it's there.
The highest viewpoint in the city and way calmer than the famous ones. Bring a bottle of wine.
Local, lived-in, guitar-and-beer energy at dusk facing the river.
A dreamy greenhouse garden in Parque Eduardo VII most tourists walk right past.
A tiny hillside garden with a view, a kiosk café, and zero crowds.
Old industrial complex full of cafés, shops and the gorgeous Ler Devagar bookstore. Best on Sunday.
Long golden beaches 20 min from the city. Take the ferry to Cacilhas then a bus/the little train.
Turquoise hidden cove you hike down to. Feels like the tropics, an hour south.
The best pastel de nata in the city — skip the Belém queue, this is better and everywhere.
Legendary seafood. Go early or expect a wait — worth it. Finish with the steak sandwich.
Lunch of the day for a few euros. If it's full of Portuguese people, sit down.
A former brothel turned gorgeous, cheeky cocktail bar. An experience, not just a drink.
An eccentric old bar crammed floor-to-ceiling with curiosities. Order a gin.
New Lisbon spots every week over on @holthausjennifer. DM me where you're headed — I love giving personalized recs.