Morning: Start at Praça do Comércio, walk through Arco da Rua Augusta to Rua Augusta. Stop for coffee at a traditional café. Visit Lisbon Cathedral. Climb to Castelo de São Jorge (arrive by 10 AM). Explore castle grounds and enjoy panoramic views.
Lunch: Traditional Portuguese lunch in Alfama at a family tasqueria.
Afternoon: Wander through Alfama's maze-like streets. Visit Miradouro de Santa Luzia and Portas do Sol. Browse the National Pantheon. Take Tram 28 from Alfama to Baixa.
Evening: Dinner and authentic fado performance in Alfama (book in advance).
Morning: Take Tram 15 to Belém. Visit Jerónimos Monastery when it opens (arrive early, 9:30 AM). Explore the monastery and cloisters thoroughly.
Mid-morning: Walk to Monument to the Discoveries and optionally go to the top. Visit Belém Tower (20-minute walk along river or take tram).
Lunch: Pastéis de Belém for original custard tarts. Lunch at a Belém restaurant.
Afternoon: Visit MAAT or Berardo Museum. Stroll along the riverfront gardens.
Evening: Return to Cais do Sodré area for Time Out Market Lisboa dinner with variety of food options.
Morning: Take Elevador da Glória to Bairro Alto. Visit São Roque Church and museum. Walk to Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara for views.
Mid-morning: Explore Chiado's bookshops, boutiques, and cafés. Coffee at A Brasileira. Visit Carmo Convent ruins.
Lunch: Chiado restaurant or head to Príncipe Real for trendy eateries.
Afternoon: Visit Gulbenkian Museum and gardens. Alternatively, explore Príncipe Real neighborhood's shops and Jardim do Príncipe Real.
Evening: Return to Bairro Alto for dinner and nightlife. Bar hopping in the neighborhood.
Morning: Take early train to Sintra (7:30-8:00 AM from Rossio). Take bus 434 to Pena Palace. Explore Pena Palace and park (2-3 hours).
Lunch: Picnic in palace grounds or restaurant in Sintra town.
Afternoon: Visit Quinta da Regaleira (2 hours exploring wells, grottos, and gardens). Optional: Moorish Castle or Monserrate Palace if time permits.
Late afternoon: Explore Sintra historic center, try travesseiros and queijadas pastries.
Evening: Return to Lisbon. Relaxed dinner in Lisbon neighborhood.
Morning: Visit National Tile Museum. Learn about azulejo history and techniques.
Mid-morning: Explore Feira da Ladra flea market (if Tuesday or Saturday). Browse Santa Clara market area.
Lunch: Lunch in Graça neighborhood. Visit Miradouro da Graça.
Afternoon: Visit LX Factory for creative shopping and coffee. Walk to nearby MAAT if not visited earlier.
Late afternoon: Sunset river cruise on the Tagus (2 hours).
Evening: Dinner in Cais do Sodré or Bica neighborhood. Final night exploring favorite area.