Lisbon

1. The port

2. on foot

3. on foot with Audioguide

4. public transport

5. Tuk Tuk

6. Taxis

7. Hop on Hop off

8. Lisboa Card

9. The top sights

10. Excursion tips for Lisboa

11. Book shore excursions

      11.1 Meine Landausflüge

      11.2 GetYourGuide

      11.3 Viator

Lisbon is one of Europe’s most vibrant and exciting cities. With around 600,000 inhabitants, Portugal’s capital is relatively small, yet it offers more than you could possibly explore in a single day. It is a place where tradition and modernity blend in a truly seamless way. With 290 days of sunshine a year, Lisbon provides its guests with a mild, pleasant climate year-round—the perfect mix for an interesting city break.

In Lisbon, the arrival into the harbor is a major highlight that you shouldn’t miss. From the Atlantic, you sail into the vast estuary of the Tagus. This experience is best enjoyed from an upper deck if you don't happen to have a balcony cabin. On the left side, you will see the Torre de Belém and the Padrão dos Descobrimentos. On the right, the 110-meter-high Christ the King statue appears before the ship slowly glides under the 25 de Abril Bridge.

Most cruise ships in Lisbon dock right in the city center in the historic Alfama district. There are two cruise terminals here with space for a total of four ships. The new Jardim do Tabaco terminal, which opened in 2017, is very centrally located, while the traditional Santa Apolónia Terminal is just a few hundred meters away. A third terminal is the Alcântara Terminal, located 4 km west of the Old Town, near the 25 de Abril Bridge. You can check the port’s website to find out exactly where your ship will be docked.

Since your ship will likely be docked in such a central location, the city is very easy to explore on foot. However, keep in mind that Lisbon is famously hilly, so you should be prepared for some steep climbs.

If your ship docks at the Alcântara Terminal, it is roughly four kilometers to the Old Town. If that feels like too much of a walk, you can easily take a bus or the tram. There are excellent connections into the city center from the Cais da Rocha stop.

AOYO gives you the opportunity to explore Lisbon on your own and at your own pace, without having to miss out on the expert knowledge of experienced tour guides. Our audio-guided city tour includes 29 stops and conveniently starts and ends right at the cruise terminal.

Simply download the AOYO app to your phone and use your download code after purchasing the audio guide. Once downloaded, you can use the guide offline and as often as you like.

Public transport in Lisbon is excellent and very well-developed. In addition to the Metro, there is an extensive network of buses and trams. If you plan to explore Lisbon on your own, we recommend purchasing a day pass, which includes all modes of transport. The day pass is currently priced at €7.

The Metro is an excellent way for anyone looking to explore Lisbon on their own. Both cruise terminals provide easy access to the Metro network via the Santa Apolónia and Terreiro do Paço stations. You can also purchase your tickets directly at these stations.

Tram 28E is particularly popular with cruise passengers because it passes many of Lisbon’s most famous sights. To increase your chances of getting a seat, we recommend boarding at one of the terminus stations: Martim Moniz or Campo de Ourique. Since everyone is required to get off at the end of the line, your chances of finding a seat there are very high. A full loop on the tram takes approximately 55 minutes.

For a comfortable trip to Belém, you should take Tram No. 15. You can board this line at the Praça do Comércio station.

For those who prefer a more relaxed pace, Tuk Tuks are waiting just outside the terminals to offer city tours. These vehicles have either four or seven seats, making them ideal for small groups. Tours typically last between one and four hours, with rates ranging from €50 to €75 per hour.

There are plenty of taxis available at the terminals, and the fare is calculated using a meter. Since there have been instances of scams in the past, you should always insist that the meter is turned on at the start of your journey.

Natürlich gibt es auch in Lissabon die bekannten Hop on Hop off Busse. Bei Get Your Guide könnt Ihr die Tickets vorab online kaufen. Es gibt auch ein Kombiticket für alle Buslinien und Boote.

The Lisboa Card is the official sightseeing pass provided by the tourist information office. It offers unlimited use of public transport and provides discounted admission to many of the city's top attractions. The pass is currently priced at €31 per day.

Lisbon can be explored very well independently. Here you can see the highlights awaiting you.

Meine Landausflüge offer you fantastic cruise trips at the most popular ports worldwide. Typically, they are available in much smaller groups and at more affordable prices than the cruise line’s own excursions. All our options are carefully selected to guarantee you an unforgettable outing experience.

• Small group sizes  
• Punctual return guarantee  
• Convenient pick-up and drop-off service from/to the port  
• Money-back guarantee for itinerary changes and port cancellations  
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour (Flex option up to 60 minutes before the tour start)

With GetYourGuide, you can book land excursions in small groups, often at better prices than those offered by cruise lines. All experiences are carefully selected and reviewed by experts. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start of the excursion.

Viator, a Tripadvisor company, is one of the world's leading online marketplaces for travel experiences. The platform provides travelers with access to more than 300,000 activities, including guided tours, day trips, attraction tickets, and exclusive experiences in thousands of destinations worldwide. A key advantage for users is the millions of authentic traveler reviews that help in making informed choices. 

Viator is known for its high flexibility:

• offering free cancellation on many bookings up to 24 hours in advance.
• Additionally, the "reserve now, pay later" option provides financial freedom during trip planning. 

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