The Perfect European Weekend Girls Trip - Lisbon, Portugal

With just about a 6 hour plane ride away, Portugal is the perfect place to explore with your girl friends for a long weekend. It's a charming city and VERY budget friendly. 💛

Day 1 (Wednesday/Thursday): Arrival in Lisbon & Non-Stop Exploration

• Wednesday Evening: Depart from your chosen airport on a direct flight to Lisbon (LIS). Aim for an early Thursday morning arrival.
• Thursday Morning: Arrive at Lisbon Airport (LIS). Take a taxi or metro to your hotel. Drop off your luggage and resist the urge to nap! (Ubers are also extremely cost effective in Lisbon)!
• Thursday Day: Dive straight into Lisbon's historic heart:
  • Alfama (Old Town): Wander through the charming streets and cute ships 
  • Elevador da Bica & Rua Augusta: Visit the elevator right off Rua Augusta, a beautiful street with tons of ships 
  • Sao Pedro Viewpoint (Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara): Amazing views of the city 
  • LX Factory: A trendy industrial complex, including the Livraria Ler Devagar bookstore.
  • Green Street: Walk through this unique street
  • Time Out Market: Sample a variety of Portuguese delicacies.
• Thursday Evening:
• Boat across the water to Jardim Do Rio for the best sunset in Lisbon.
• Dinner at Rosa Da Rua for a traditional Portuguese buffet.
• Drinks at Black Sheep Wine Bar or Castro Bar @ The Ivens.
• Thursday Night:
• Pink Street: The hotspot of Lisbons Nightlife, back to back bars and clubs 
• Hotel: Stay in Baixa, a central Lisbon location.
• 3Behotelisboa

• Hotel Moon & Sun Lisboa

• Convent Square Lisbon, Vignette Collection by IHG

Day 2 (Friday): Cascais & Sintra Day Trip

• Friday Morning: Take a train to Sintra.
• Friday Day:
  • Pena Palace: Explore this colorful and whimsical palace.
  • Wander through the charming streets of Sintra, browsing shops and enjoying the atmosphere.
  • Train to Cascais.
  • Walk the streets of Cascais, see the shops, and enjoy the beach atmosphere.
• Friday Evening:
  • Return to Lisbon.
  • Dinner at Sem or Restaurante Rocco.
  • Enjoy the nightlife in the Bairro Alto district.
• Hotel: Stay in Lisbon.

Day 3 (Saturday): Lisbon Immersion & Markets

• Saturday Morning:
  • Brunch at Augusto, Heim Cafe, or Kefi.
  • Hello Kristof for coffee.
• Saturday Day:
  • Explore more of Lisbon's neighborhoods.
  • Visit the Saturday Thrift Market: Mercado de Santa Clara (Campo de Santa Clara 1100).
  • Cervejaria Ramiro for a seafood lunch/dinner.
• Saturday Evening:
  • Enjoy a final Lisbon dinner at Alma.
  • Try Pastel de Natas at Manteigaria or Castro.
  • Holy Wine or Senhor Uva for natural wine.
• Hotel: Stay in Lisbon.

Day 4 (Sunday): Departure

• Sunday Morning: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast.
• Sunday Day: Depending on flight time, do any last minute shopping or re-visit a favorite location.
• Sunday Afternoon/Evening: Travel to Lisbon Airport (LIS) for your flight home.

Food & Drink Highlights:

• Pastel de Natas: Manteigaria or Castro.
• Seafood: Cervejaria Ramiro.
• Traditional Portuguese Buffet: Rosa Da Rua.
• Brunch: Augusto, Heim Cafe, Kefi, Seagull.
• Dinner: Sem, Alma, Restaurante Rocco.
• Wine: Black Sheep, Holy Wine, Senhor Uva.
• Coffee: Hello Kristof.
• Pretty Bar: Castro Bar @ The Ivens.

Tips for a Girls' Trip:

• Comfortable Shoes: Lisbon's cobblestone streets and hills require comfortable footwear.
• Reservations: Make dinner reservations, especially for popular restaurants.