Unforgettable Things to Do in Portugal

Lisbon increases its tourist offer during the summer months, making this city the ideal destination for all types of travelers. Here you can enjoy cultural visits, a very diverse coastline, plans designed for the little ones, and endless activities that will make the summer unforgettable. So pack your bags, check the flight PNR status of your booked ticket, and get ready to embark on a Lisbon adventure that will leave you with cherished memories for years to come.

A little culture

• Lisbon Story Center: This interactive center helps visitors discover the main events that have occurred in the Portuguese capital over time through scenography, multimedia content, and sensory experiences. The exhibition is divided into five areas, and each one focuses on different aspects of Lisbon's history.
• Mosteiro de Sao Vicente de Fora: It is one of the fundamental elements of Lisbon's monumental heritage, being one of the largest religious buildings in the capital. Open daily, visitors have access to the old cistern, sacristy, pantheon of the kings of Bragança, cloisters, and even its own museum of sacred art, with numerous pieces of painting, sculpture, metalwork, and ornamentation.

Enjoy the Water

• River: Cruises one of the most successful summer activities in Lisbon are the river cruises on the Tejo River. There are a large number of companies that offer this activity and complement it with other attractions such as gastronomic experiences on board, dolphin watching, and the possibility of bathing in the river, among others.
• Water sports: Water activities such as surfing, kayaking, or sailing are the order of the day in Lisbon. There are numerous nautical centers that offer this type of plan for all ages, regardless of the level you have. Many visitors dare to try their hand at diving or sailing in Portuguese waters.
• Beaches: Lisbon has a wide range of beaches in coastal towns very close to the center. Some of the most frequented are those of Costa da Caparica, with spaces for all tastes; Arrabida and Sesimbra, very quiet beaches protected by the mountains of the Arrabida Natural Park; Sintra, one of the most beautiful towns in the Atlantic; Ericeira, declared a World Surfing Reserve; and Cascais, just an hour by train from the center of Lisbon.

With children

• Lisbon Oceanarium: It is the perfect place for children and adults to connect with the ocean and its 8,000 marine beings. It has been recognized on multiple occasions as the best aquarium in the world and is one of the largest indoor aquariums in all of Europe. In addition to the permanent exhibition, it organizes some very interesting temporary ones that complete the experience.
• Adventure Park: It is an open-air park whose main activity is to overcome obstacles and platforms located in the treetops using hanging bridges, tunnels, zip lines, and slides. In addition, it offers other complementary activities such as archery, a climbing wall, canoeing, tennis, and much more. An essential experience to live with the whole family where adrenaline will be the protagonist.

Shopping

• Traditional markets and fairs: One of the experiences that you have to live during your visit to Lisbon are its typical fairs and markets. Every day, you can find craft markets, second-hand products, or gastronomy. Some of the most famous are the Feira da Ladra, the Feira das Almas, the LX Factory Market, and the Feira de Artesanato de Benfica. It is a good opportunity to buy some souvenirs.
• Shopping centers: A convenient option to make all your purchases in the same place. The most notable are the Vasco da Gama Center, located in Parque das Nacoes; Armazens do Chiado, for more sophisticated purchases; and Colombo Shopping Center, one of the largest shopping centers in the Iberian Peninsula and a tourist reference.

Kabir is a contributing writer for Indian Train a top resource for information on Indian Train Enquiry Services as well travel industry news and information.