Luxury Lisbon
Tours made for you
Local delicacies
Sample the delicious and authentic custard tart
Old-world charm
Explore the unique character of Moorish and Roman districts
Tower of Belém
Marvel at the historical gateway to the city
One of Europe's most atmospheric and beautiful cities
Europe’s second oldest capital, Lisbon is an effortlessly elegant city, full of old-world charm.
Portugal‘s capital was originally named Allis Ubbo by the Phoenicians, meaning ‘calm harbour’, thanks to its idyllic location on the banks of the Tagus River. The city subsequently fell under the rule of the Romans and the Moors before eventually being captured by European crusaders.
Each ruling dynasty left their mark and Lisbon’s neighbourhoods have their own unique character, from the grand 18th-century buildings of the lower town to the labyrinth-like streets of the oldest district, Alfama, that sits at the base of the Moorish Castelo de São Jorge. An earthquake in 1755 brought much of the city to its knees, and nowadays the city’s architecture is clearly defined as being pre- or post-quake.
Winding your way through the city, you’ll pass rows of houses in warm shades of orange, yellow and rust red. Washing is strung from wrought iron balconies and window boxes overflow with flowers. Weaving their way through this pretty patchwork are the city’s trams, the favoured mode of transport of Lisbonites and a great way to hop between the different districts.
Lisbon has plenty to offer, with a plethora of museums and galleries as well as beautiful buildings covered in iconic azelujo tiles. The city is built on seven hills, each one offering spectacular views over the city and the River Tajo. It is also known for its lively restaurant scene and there are plenty of places to stop, sip a coffee and savour a Portuguese custard tart while watching the world go by.
Highlights
Explore the atmospheric old streets in Alfama
Hop between Lisbon’s districts on the city’s charming trams, including the wonderful Tram 28 route
Head on a day trip to nearby Sintra, a longtime royal sanctuary
Visit the National Tile Museum for an insight into Portugal’s ceramic tiles
Admire the ornate spires and grand carvings of the great Monastery of Jerónimos
James Wakelin
Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Lisbon
Why book with Jacada?
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.
Responsible travel
Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.
Trip inspiration
Where else to visit
Alentejo
Alentejo is a vast region of cork plantation, wheat fields, vineyards and clusters of historic hilltop towns.
Discover more
Algarve
Striking rock formations extend skywards from azure waters as the sun warms the sandy coastline. The southernmost part of Portugal, Algarve is most known for these Mediterranean beaches, quaint coves, fishing villages and luxurious hotels and eateries.
Discover more
Douro Valley
The Douro River winds its way from the north of Spain, along the Portuguese border and eastward to Porto where it meets the sea. It is most famous for its port, a sweet brandy fortified wine that must originate in this valley to be considered the genuine article.
Discover more
Porto
Built on a steep riverbank, a jumble of colourful medieval houses hug the calm waters of the Douro River where wooden boats bob on the surface and people spill out of its cafes and bars, more often than not with a glass of the wine that gave the city its name.
Discover moreMeet your Europe team
When to visit
Late spring and early autumn are two of the most rewarding times to visit Lisbon, when temperatures aren’t too high and the tourist crowds are slightly fewer than during the high season of July and August.
Carnival Celebrations
February
City Sightseeing
Year Round
Outdoor Activities
April - September
Plan your trip to Lisbon
Whatever you want from your adventure in Lisbon, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
It was truly wonderful. This was one of the best trips we have ever taken. Further, working with Jacada made all the difference in the world! Every detail was carefully considered based on our “wishes and wants” for our trip to Spain and Portugal! Melania and Alice were amazing and we can’t tell you how grateful we are for their…
Jacada was very helpful in every aspect of planning our trip to Portugal. Kate Herz and Rita Pinto were so receptive to our thoughts and needs and made wonderful itinerary suggestions. All of our tour guides and drivers were experienced and informative and always punctual. The hotels (all fabulous) and activities which were recommended were fun and interesting and not…
Dan Rhodes, my travel agent was, was extremely smart and perceptive. He put together the perfect itinerary. The local agency, Made for Spain and Portugal was also terrific. I can’t praise Dan enough. I have seldom met anyone so amazing at listening and then working with your guidance to put together the trip of a lifetime. I have a lot…
Truly well thought out and personalized experience. Maximized appreciation of culture, excellent food choices and fantastic tours. Really well organized and made the trip so Memorable. Also provided excellent troubleshooting and hands on experience. Top notch overall experience on all levels.
We contracted with Jacada Travel on short notice (6 weeks advance) to plan a 9/10 day Food & Wine tour of Portugal. Our Travel Designer did an outstanding job of conferring with us identifying our preferences for this trip. She assembled an itinerary that encapsulated our desires and was perfect. Hotel accommodations were selected based on our preference to stay…
Plan with peace of mind
When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.
If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.
