Lisbon’s Do-It-Yourself Walking Tours
photograph courtesy of Tom Meyers It’s perfectly obvo that we’re big fans of Web sites that help you see more for less in Europe. So imagine our delight when we happened across the Lisbon Tourism...
View Article“Lost”-Minute Lisbon Getaway for under $900?
We’ll admit it: we’re fans of the TV show “Lost” (Aaron’s a member of the Oceanic Six?? Helloooo curveball!) We’ll also admit that today is an exceptionally wintry, snowy, icy Friday in New York City...
View ArticleLisbon: Free things to do on Sunday
If you’ll be in Lisbon anytime soon, plan to lay low during the week (or head to the beach) and hit the major sights and museums on Sunday. Why tour on the day of rest? Because many of Lisbon’s...
View ArticleLisbon: Parque Eduardo VII for free
Lisbon is a city full of fabulous museums and botanical gardens… with entrance fees. However, Parque Eduardo VII, in central Lisbon, is a happy, freebie exception. The Parque Eduardo Named after King...
View ArticleLisbon cheap souvenir: Cock-a-doodle… do!
Throughout Portugal, the cockerel is a symbol of faith, justice and good luck. As far as we’re concerned, our fine-feathered friend is also a symbol of a bargain. In Lisbon, where folk art featuring...
View ArticleLisbon Day Trips: Four beach escapes
When the weather is hot, there’s nothing as satisfying as a day spent by the water. While many European capitals offer proximity to beaches, rivers or lakes, few of them boast convenient access to both...
View ArticleLisbon: 5 lookout points offering a drink with a view
By Guilhem Fauquier in Lisbon— The Portuguese often refer to Lisbon as the cidade das sete colinas, or “city of the seven hills.” They’re not kidding. Although walking the hilly terrain will be a...
View ArticleBudget tips from 7 days in Lisbon
As a bilingual speaker, my travels have taken me to some of the most beautiful Spanish speaking countries in the world. However, I wasn’t sure if it would help me out when venturing into Portugal. So...
View ArticleLisbon Budget Accommodations: 5 Cheapo picks
From custard tarts and cherry liquor to old-world neighborhoods and historic architecture, the list of Lisbon’s charms is lengthy. Definitely near the top of that list are the many well-priced...
View ArticleTwo days in Lisbon: A 10-day Portugal Itinerary
Days 1 and 2: Lisbon Lisbon is our first stop in EuroCheapo’s 10-day itinerary for Portugal. Continuing with what might be an increasingly obnoxious California metaphor, Lisbon is to Portugal as San...
View ArticleLisbon: The best free attractions and things to do
Lisbon is a fantastic city in which to eat, sleep and be entertained on a budget. Prices are generally lower than other European capitals, and even visiting the most popular attractions, it’s hard to...
View ArticleLisbon Cheap Eats: How to save on eating out
Portugal is one of our favorite budget destinations for food and drink. A multitude of fish and meat dishes, not to mention amazing wines for every palette, are available for very reasonable prices in...
View ArticleThe top cheap hotels in Lisbon for 2018
Picture this: you step out onto a small balcony, taking in the smell of your strong coffee. You look out to the breathtaking views of the city, where you can see flashes of pastels and some winding...
View ArticleHow to save on Lisbon hotel rooms
There’s no debating it, Portugal is a budget traveler’s paradise. But while food and drink are consistently a bargain almost everywhere, accommodations in Portugal’s capital and largest city, Lisbon,...
View ArticleWhen is the best time to visit Lisbon?
The Portuguese capital has a reputation as a budget traveler’s paradise — and with good reason. So it’s hardly surprising that Lisbon ranks among our favorite cheapo destinations. We’ve shared tips...
View ArticleLisbon Dining on a Budget: 5 spots that locals love
The capital city of Portugal has become one of the world’s top tourist destinations in recent years. This fact has driven the traditionally low prices up, but despite this boom, eating well in the city...
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