Lisbon
Mid-century masterpiece offers Mad Men vibes in the heart of Lisbon
Following an update that reimagines “the past for the present”, Don Draper would certainly look at home in the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon.
- by Kristie Kellahan
Don’t look up: You’ll be floored by pavements in Lisbon
Portugal’s first “artistic” pavers were shackled prisoners who lay local stones – white (limestone) and black (basalt) to depart from the plain pavements of the period.
- by Kate Armstrong
Lisbon, Portugal food tour: Roots, food and culture walking tour
"We want people to feel hungry now, but not at the end!" Miguel, our guide exclaims cheerfully.
- by Kate Armstrong
Lisbon design and architecture: Tour the city's hidden design delights
There are many creative corners to explore in this design-oriented city.
- by Kate Armstrong
Lisbon, Portugal vaccination rates: Europe's most vaccinated capital is heaven for tourists
As a traveller during COVID times, I've never felt more at ease as I do here.
- by Kate Armstrong
Where to find fado music in Lisbon, Portugal: Why Lisbon can make you feel sad
Tune into the soul of Portugal by visiting a cafe famous for Fado singers.
- by Brian Johnston
Lisbon, Portugal: Riding the hilly city's historic trams is an essential traveller's experience
Five of the best ways to experience Lisbon's beautiful public transport system.
- by David McGonigal
Lisbon, Portugal: The real-life spy who inspired Ian Fleming's James Bond character
The glamour set, along with treacherous spies, hung out in Lisbon during World War II, giving rise to ficitional gems such as agent 007.
- by Steve Meacham
National Tile Museum, Lisbon: Where to see Portugal's famous azulejos (title art)
Where to see the most dazzling examples of azulejos, the tile art that portrays Portuguese history and culture.
- by Libby Moffet
Travel tips and advice for Belem, Portugal: What to see and do
Portugal's Prince Henry the Navigator could just as easily have been known as Henry the Stay-At-Home.
- by Steve Meacham