Lisbon in One Day, Lisbon, Portugal

Do you want to visit as much as possible of Lisbon in one day? We’ve partnered with our friends at Expedia-AARP.com to bring you a packed one-day itinerary to help you see the most important sites in Lisbon. I warn you now, it’s going to be a full day so make sure you’re wearing comfy shoes, start early and bring plenty of water with you.

We always like to start the day from King Edward VII Park aka Parque Eduardo VII. It’s really nice to have a quick wander around especially in the early mornings. It is the largest park in central Lisbon, covering 62 acres.

Situated on a hill, with a rather formal garden design, it has incredible views over Praça Marquês de Pombal, Avenida da Liberdade, and the Tagus River. Closest metro stops: S.Sebastiao, Parque or Marquês de Pombal on the Blue Line.

As you exit the park, heading downwards towards the river, you will pass the very fancy statue of Marques de Pombal, who played a significant role in rebuilding Lisbon after the devastating earthquake of 1755.

Take a few minutes to admire the striking figures on the base. From here, it’s a lovely stroll down Avenida de Liberdade, a Parisian-style boulevard, which links King Edward VII Park to Lisbon’s historic center. It’s a beautiful boulevard, lined with trees, fountains and statues and plenty of street side cafes where you can enjoy a coffee and a pastel de nata - a typical Portuguese breakfast! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).