What to do in Lisbon in 3 days
Prices checked in October 2026
Lisbon is one of Western Europe's cheapest capitals and is best enjoyed climbing up and down hills between viewpoints. Three days cover the city, Belém and Sintra.
Itinerary
Day 1: Baixa and Alfama
- Praça do Comércio and Rua Augusta.
- Tram 28 to Alfama and São Jorge Castle.
- Santa Luzia and Graça viewpoints; dinner with fado.
Day 2: Belém
- Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower.
- Pastéis de Belém at the original bakery.
- LX Factory and sunset in Bairro Alto.
Day 3: Sintra
- Train from Rossio (about 40 minutes).
- Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira.
Approximate prices
- Jerónimos Monastery≈ €18
- Belém Tower≈ €12
- Pena Palace (Sintra)official website≈ €20
- 24-hour transport pass≈ €7
- Pastel de nata / tasca lunch€1.30–1.60 / €12–18
- Hostel bed / 3-star hotel (night)€25–40 / €90–150
Prices change: confirm on the official website before paying. Those marked ≈ are approximate.
Budget per person
Lodging, food, transport and tickets for 3 days, excluding flights.
Budget
Whole trip
US$ 195–US$ 285
Per day: US$ 65–US$ 95
Balanced
Whole trip
US$ 420–US$ 600
Per day: US$ 140–US$ 200
Premium
Whole trip
US$ 960–US$ 1,440
Per day: US$ 320–US$ 480
Tips
- Wear comfy shoes with good grip: the stone pavements are slippery.
- Tram 28 gets packed: board early or at the first stop (Martim Moniz).
- In Sintra, visit Pena first thing and book online.
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