Portugal · Lisbon
A long weekend in Lisbon
Three days of miradouros, pastéis de nata and tram rides, with a half-day in Sintra and a sunset in Belém.
- Duration
- 3 days
- Style
- Food & drink, Culture
- Budget
- Budget
- Pace
- Relaxed
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Three days of miradouros, pastéis de nata and tram rides, with a half-day in Sintra and a sunset in Belém.
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