When Lisbon’s hot summer days kick in, locals beeline to the beaches and beach bars. Who doesn’t love cool drinks, mouthwatering snacks, and great views of the surf (and surfers)? Coastal living is an integral part of life in Portugal, and downtown Lisbon is between 15 minutes to an hour from spectacular beaches. Sound good? […]
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Lisbon Tram 28: 9 Things You Need to Know
The clattering mustard-yellow trams are one of Lisbon’s most iconic symbols. Anyone visiting Lisbon will stop and turn to the sound of a tram squealing its way on the rails through traffic. These antique electric vehicles are the city’s most photographed public transportation and Lisbon tram 28 is the star among them. Before hopping on […]
6 Lisbon Parks & Green Spaces You Have to See
They say Portugal is sunny 300 days a year and, in Lisbon, locals flock to parks and gardens any chance they get. Anything can happen at Lisbon parks and gardens. From concerts, art performances and impromptu gatherings of old men playing cards, to seasonal street markets, weddings and kids’ birthday parties. They’re a venue, a […]
5 Best Petiscos in Lisbon (and Yes, We Explain What Petiscos Are Too!)
Portuguese love to rave about petiscos. From the fresh octopus salad to the delicious clams, we can’t get enough of them! So feast your eyes as we reveal some of the best petiscos in Lisbon. So what are petiscos anyway? Well for starters, they’re not tapas. Yes, they’re both used to describe a variety of […]
10 Things to Know Before Traveling to Lisbon
Sunshine, great food and welcoming locals are enough reasons to pack your bags to Lisbon in a heartbeat. The Portuguese capital is also a destination that’s easy to plan for. Nevertheless, there some things you need to know before you travel to Lisbon. At Devour Lisbon we put together the ten must-knows to plan the […]
The Ultimate Lisbon Bucket List: 9 Things You Can’t Miss
When visiting Portugal’s capital, it can be difficult to decide where to go, what to see and, of course, what to eat! Check out our top nine suggestions for what to do in Lisbon, and start checking some essential experiences off your list. Maybe it’s your first time in Lisbon—or maybe you’ve already fallen in […]
How to Order Coffee in Portugal Like a Local
In Portugal, every street corner has a café, and every small town and village has a Café Central that doubles as a meeting point. Yes, café culture is quite strong in this country, and going out for coffee is often used more as an excuse to catch up than to enjoy the delights of the […]
How to Be a Good Tourist: Lisbon Edition
Don’t miss the rest of our responsible tourism guides: MADRID | BARCELONA | SAN SEBASTIAN | SEVILLE | ROME | PARIS There’s a Portuguese saying that roughly translates to “good behavior starts at home.” Being a “good” tourist is not as hard as it sounds: don’t do things in your destination that you wouldn’t do in […]
Portugal Food Facts: 10 Things We Bet You Didn’t Know
Talking about Portuguese food is tricky. Browse a typical restaurant menu, and there’s probably a back story to every single dish. But at Devour Lisbon that’s precisely what makes us tick. Eating and talking about and eating some more Portuguese food is one of the best things to do in Lisbon, hands down. Now, some […]
All About Ginjinha And Why You Need To Try It In Lisbon
When in Lisbon, do as the locals do and drink ginjinha. Trying ginjinha in Lisbon is a travel must. Also known as ginja, this is a sweet liqueur made from Morello (sour) cherries soaked in a distilled spirit called aguardente. The mixture is flavored with sugar and spices like cinnamon. It is deceptively sweet, small, […]