5 things to do in Lisbon for free

Taking a walking tour can be a great way to explore the city, and even better when it´s free! The Alfama neighbourhood is just one of the areas of Lisbon offering these tours. Usually about 2.5 hours long, you can explore the older parts of Lisbon and the original character that´s still there. For tours like these, make sure to wear proper shoes as they are long and can be a lot of hills!

To see an amazing view in Lisbon for free, you should check the Miradouro da Senhora do Monte (Our Lady of the Hill Viewpoint). Located in Graça, you can see many beautiful sites, as it is the highest viewpoint. If you would like to visit some other viewpoints in Lisbon we have the guide for you! As these are popular spots, perhaps try at sunrise or sunset to beat the crowds and see even more beauty.

The Príncipe Real Gardens in Lisbon is a popular place for both locals and tourists. It´s located in between the vibrant neighbourhood of Bairro Alto and the chic São Bento, so you have the best of both worlds on either side of you – and best yet, you´re exploring Lisbon on the cheap.

The gardens are a nice way to have a relaxing time and explore some of nature. You may want to bring food and have a picnic, take some time to chill out reading a book, listen to some music, or just sit and take it all in.

For a completely unique experience, visit Lisbon´s iconic Pink Street. Refurbished a few years ago, it was once a Red Light District, but now is a beautiful place to city and explore the surrounding area. The ground has been repainted in a brihgt shade of pink and is a must – even if it´s just for Instagram.

Don´t just walk down the street and take some pictures! to get the most from Pink Street make sure to stop along your walk to find somewhere to eat or drink and just find something unique while there. There´s so much more to see than just the pink ground.

If you want to gain some more insight into Portuguese life, why not have a look around a local market. Mercado da Ribeira is the biggest Lisbon and offers plenty of different foods to try as well as wine and cheese. You don´t need to buy something to enjoy the markets, so just take it all in if that´s more your thing.

The markets are a great way to explore local culture and cuisine and can be a lot of just just to explore.