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Explore the grand halls of the Ajuda National Palace, the only palace in Lisbon that still preserves its 19th-century style and room layout, home to over 17,000 pieces of porcelain and a rich collection of decorative arts.

Climb to the top of the Rua Augusta Arch, get close to Célestin Anatole Calmels' sculpture Glory Crowns Genius and Valour, and take in a sweeping 360° view over Lisbon's harbour and beyond.

Entry to Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with access to the Governor's Room, Kings' Room, chapel and batteries, plus a spectacular view over the Tagus from the top.

Visit São Jorge Castle with an audio guide and walk the walls and towers that withstood countless sieges, passing the Tower of Ulysses, King Manuel I's statue and the Martim Moniz Gate, with views over Lisbon's historic centre and the Tagus.

An acoustic fado session with voice, Portuguese guitar and fado guitar in the secret garden of Casa da Amália, the Lisbon house where the Queen of Fado lived for 44 years.

Intimate Fado concerts with VIP seating in Jardim do Príncipe Real, rotating between the Chinese Pavilion (Thursdays), the Patriarchal Reservoir (Fridays and Saturdays) and EmbaiXada (Sundays).

A one-hour live fado show in the heart of Lisbon, with talented voices, Portuguese and acoustic guitars, and images of the city's most iconic locations, in sessions at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM.

An intimate evening of live fado in Lisbon, with a 50-minute performance full of emotion and a glass of port wine included in the ticket.

A 40-minute guided tour of the Amália Rodrigues House-Museum in Lisbon, recreating the Queen of Fado's daily life and displaying her personal belongings, awards and honours.

A concert by Iúri Oliveira.

An immersive virtual-reality expedition in Lisbon that takes visitors back 4500 years to explore the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Queen's Chamber and the goddess Bastet, developed with Harvard Egyptologist Peter der Manuelian.

Skip the lines at Monserrate Palace in the Serra de Sintra and discover its 16th-century chapel, 19th-century eclectic decor with Gothic, Moorish and Indian influences, and exotic gardens with lakes, fountains and grottoes.

Skip-the-line tickets to the Moorish Castle in Sintra, with trails to explore, centuries of history and incredible views over the town and its surroundings.

Entry to the Banksy Museum in Lisbon, gathering 100 works by the mysterious street artist — from "Girl with Balloon" to "Sweep It Under The Carpet" — through murals, canvases, projections and video installations.

An interactive museum in Chiado with more than 20 illusions, immersive rooms and visual challenges that trick the mind — a flexible visit of about 45 minutes, suitable for all ages.

Skip-the-line entry to the National Palace of Queluz and its gardens, the former summer residence of the Portuguese Royal Family, with 18th-century glamour and a free hop-on hop-off service.

Admission to the National Palace of Pena and its park in Sintra, the former royal residence with exotic gardens, hidden trails and the charming Chalet of Countess d'Edla.

An interactive centre inside pillar 7 of the 25 de Abril Bridge in Alcântara, with multimedia exhibits, virtual reality and a panoramic elevator with views over Lisbon and the Tejo.

Skip the line at São Jorge Castle and join a guided tour through its ancient courtyards and fortified walls, climbing the Tower of Ulysses for a 360º view over Lisbon and the Tagus. Along the way, an expert guide brings centuries of history — from Moorish stronghold to royal palace — to life.

Entry to the UNESCO World Heritage Jerónimos Monastery, including the 16th-century cloister and the old monks' refectory, open Tuesday to Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM with wheelchair access and a tactile map.

A journey through 5000 years of health history at the Pharmacy Museum, featuring reconstructions of old Portuguese apothecaries and an authentic traditional Chinese pharmacy from Macau, open Monday to Saturday.

A screening of Lino Brocka's classic of Filipino cinema, 'Manila in the Claws of Light', at the Cinemateca.

A visit to discover Inês Zenha's exhibition, in which the artist creates a path marked by fluidity and transformation.

Collectors, the in-house party series by record shop Collect, takes over Collect LX Factory with sets from Stan Yaroslavsky and Pawl on the newly installed sound system — no theme, no boundaries, just good music played properly.

A screening of Lino Brocka's political drama 'Bayan Ko: Kapit sa Patalim' ('My Country: Gripping the Knife's Edge') at the Cinemateca.

Inês Aires Pereira's show 'Namastê', part of the MEO Commedia a la Carte Fest, has been cancelled. Tickets will be fully refunded.

At the MEO Commedia A La Carte Fest, Matilde Breyner presents 'It Wasn't Me Who Said That!', a one-of-a-kind monologue blending words, body and lip-sync in an unpredictable format.

A programme of films by Margaret Tait and Peter Todd built around 'The Memory of Things', screening at the Cinemateca.

The theatre show SUPERSTAR takes to the stage.

The Umbilical Brothers return to Portugal for a one-off performance at the MEO Commedia A La Carte Fest, presenting The Distraction, their latest show of physical and vocal comedy.

A session presenting several films by ETIC, the School of Image and Communication, at the Cinemateca.

Quinta da Regaleira is offering an immersive experience of guided night tours, revealing the estate after dark.

World Brain, Lucas Chantre's pop project, brings to Casa Capitão a blend of sophisticated arrangements, digital nostalgia and addictive grooves, delivered through a playful, high-energy physical performance. The artist returns with a new record in autumn 2026.

Herman José takes the stage at Coliseu dos Recreios for the MEO Commedia a La Carte Fest, revisiting over four decades of career with his iconic characters, backstage stories and music.

The Inércia session puts Pitcho and Nibius behind the decks for a DJ set.

A night of DJ sets with Progressivu and Doni Kis sharing the decks.