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Batalha Monastery (1h45 from Lisbon)
Batalha Monastery (1h45 from Lisbon)
Batalha Monastery, officially known as the Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitória, is one of Portugal's most iconic monuments. Its construction was ordered by King João I in gratitude for... Read more...
Praça do Comércio: 7 Things Most Visitors Don’t Know
Praça do Comércio: 7 Things Most Visitors Don’t Know
Right by the Tagus, this was not “just a square”. For centuries it was the front door of Portugal. Kings arrived here by boat, spices and gold from the empire... Read more...
From a Facebook Page to This Website
From a Facebook Page to This Website
Unfortunately, I later lost access to the page facebook.com/lisboaguide. Instead of stopping, I decided to start again in a different way. That is why I created this website. Here I can... Read more...
Slow Travel in Castelo de Vide
Slow Travel in Castelo de Vide
Castelo de Vide is one of the most charming towns in Portugal’s Alentejo region. Set on the slopes of the Serra de São Mamede, it’s known for its whitewashed houses,... Read more...
What's inside of Digital travel guides?
What's inside of Digital travel guides?
Many people ask me what they will actually find inside my Lisbon Travel Guide. Read more...
5 Beautiful Places to Visit Around Porto
5 Beautiful Places to Visit Around Porto
When visiting Porto, take at least one day to explore what’s nearby. In less than two hours, you can see towns full of history, amazing landscapes, and great food, all showing... Read more...
Tejo River: Experiences Most Visitors Miss
Tejo River: Experiences Most Visitors Miss
Yet, many visitors spend days in Lisbon without stepping onto the river. They miss out on experiences that are surprisingly affordable, unforgettable, and often with views straight out of a... Read more...
Did you know that my travel guides include curated Google Maps lists?
Did you know that my travel guides include curated Google Maps lists?
One of the things I really want to highlight is the Google Maps lists. They are organised by categories like traditional restaurants, gardens, pastry shops, viewpoints, bars and nightlife, and... Read more...
7 Algarve Spots I Recommend
7 Algarve Spots I Recommend
Portimão and Albufeira are the most well-known, full of energy, parties, and tourists. But in my opinion? There are more special and less crowded places worth discovering. Before we dive... Read more...
5 Day Trips from Lisbon
5 Day Trips from Lisbon
Some of Portugal’s most interesting spots are just a short trip from Lisbon. If you want to see more than the capital, here are my top 5 day trip recommendations:... Read more...
10 Palaces Worth Visiting in and Around Lisbon
10 Palaces Worth Visiting in and Around Lisbon
Portugal has a long royal history, and many of its palaces are still standing some in the heart of Lisbon, others just a short drive away. These buildings are part... Read more...
10 Curiosities About Lisbon
10 Curiosities About Lisbon
The Smallest Bookstore in the World Lisbon has the oldest bookstore still open (Bertrand, 1732) , but also what’s said to be the smallest: “livraria Simão”, with space for just... Read more...