Lisbon holidays
Hilly riverside capital for neighbourhood-hopping, viewpoints and trams rather than resort-style beach downtime.
29°C AugustBest May, Jun, Jul, Aug3–4 nightsDirect from London Stansted
At a glance
- neighbourhood-focused city breaks
- first-time Portugal trips
- spring or autumn stays
Trip cost
- Return flight
- ≈€61
- Stay
- ≈€784
- Food & local
- ≈€168
Includes the return fare from London Stansted. An estimate, not a quote — each booking happens separately with its supplier. How we work this out.
Stays
Stays in Lisbon
From €47/night · Typical €110 · 221 stays · for your 7 nights
Booking.com (opens in a new tab)- Best 3-star
Prata Riverside XII by Innkeeper4.3 km from the centre€168 a night (opens in a new tab)See more 3-star options
- Best 4-star
Luxury apartment Lisbon4.3 km from the centre€137 a night (opens in a new tab)See more 4-star options
- Cheapest
Lisboa Barco Ilinx Marina Parque das Nações5.6 km from the centre€47 a night (opens in a new tab)See more options, cheapest first
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Getting to Lisbon
- AirportHumberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Airport) (LIS)
- Transfer optionsMetro, bus, taxi
The airport connects directly to the city via the metro's Red Line, urban buses and taxis.
These fares are not for your selected dates.
Indicative, per traveller. You book with Aviasales.
Areas of Lisbon
A few places people base themselves, and who each tends to suit.
- BaixaFlat central grid best for first-time visitors who want straightforward access to major sights.
- ChiadoNeighbourhood that blends Baixa convenience with more character, suiting longer or return stays.
- AlfamaOld hill district for travellers who prioritise historic alleys and views over quiet nights.
- Bairro AltoCompact area north of Chiado known for busy evenings, fitting those who enjoy bar-heavy nights.
- BelémRiverside district west of the centre that suits visitors who want museums and monuments with more space.
When to go
Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis, 2022–2024). Gold months are the best weather fit.
- Best overall
- May · June · July · August
- Hottest
- July · 29°C
- Wettest
- October · 119mm
- Jan16°60mm
- Feb17°41mm
- Mar18°77mm
- Apr21°30mm
- May24°10mm (good month)
- Jun25°31mm (good month)
- Jul29°5mm (good month)
- Aug29°0mm (good month)
- Sep26°56mm
- Oct24°119mm
- Nov19°71mm
- Dec16°112mm
What each season is like
- Spring
- One of the best times, with comfortable conditions and active street life before full summer crowds.
- Summer
- Peak season brings hot days and heavy visitor numbers, especially around central viewpoints and tram routes.
- Autumn
- Early autumn is often a golden period with warm light and fewer tourists than summer.
- Winter
- Quieter and cheaper, with some rain but fewer visitors, suiting budget-minded travellers willing to accept cloudier days.
What’s on in Lisbon
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Compare Portugal destinations
Still deciding? Other Portugal destinations, with the same weather and typical-stay data behind them.
| Destination | Aug | Typical stay |
|---|---|---|
| Faro (Algarve) | 30°C | 2–3 nights |
| Funchal (Madeira) | 25°C | 2–3 nights |
| Porto | 25°C | 2–4 nights |
Good to know about Lisbon
Worth it for
Offers layered historic districts and miradouros rather than a single compact centre like Faro or Porto.
Keep in mind
Steep hills and cobbled streets can be demanding for some travellers, particularly in older districts.
Why go
- Offers layered historic districts and miradouros rather than a single compact centre like Faro or Porto.
- Balances urban life with nearby beaches and day trips, so you can mix city walking with coastal escapes.
- Feels larger and more varied than Porto, suiting longer city breaks focused on areas rather than one riverfront.
Worth knowing
- Steep hills and cobbled streets can be demanding for some travellers, particularly in older districts.
- Central areas see significant tourist pressure in spring and summer, affecting queues and ambience.
- Night-time noise in parts of Alfama, Bairro Alto and similar districts can be high, so careful area choice matters.