Explore the grand halls of the 19th-century Ajuda National Palace, the only one in Lisbon that still preserves its original style and room arrangements, home to over 17,000 pieces of porcelain and a rich decorative arts collection.
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In the spotlight
Our picks for the next 14 days
until 11 Oct
Free
Live music
The Days of Marvila
8 Marvila · Lisbon
Today
Live music
S. Pedro brings Portuguese indie pop to the Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval in Sintra
Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval · Sintra
Tomorrow 17:00
Party
ELEVIN + TREBLE - Open-Air + Club - Sunset to Sunrise
Praia de Bafureira · Cascais
Sun 4 Oct 22:00
DJ set
Riktus presents: GAIVEU All Night Long #2
Ministerium Club · Lisbon
Sat 10 Oct 15:58
Other
Mercado da Várzea Hosts the Soup Festival
Mercado Municipal da Várzea de Sintra · Sintra
Sat 10 Oct 17:00
Free
Live music
Beyond words: where poetry becomes sound, piano recital by Felipe Novellino
Museu da Música Portuguesa · Cascais
Mon 5 Oct
Free
Live music
5 October at the Assembly of the Republic
Assembleia da República · Lisbon
Sun 4 Oct
Other
Monserrate Palace: Entry Ticket
Parque e Palácio de Monserrate · Sintra
Sun 4 Oct 10:00
Free
Party
Animal Party 2026
Parque Marechal Carmona · Cascais
Thu 15 Oct
Exhibition
Fado Experience at Casa da Amália with live concert
Casa-Museu Amália Rodrigues · Lisbon
Sun 11 Oct 09:30
Workshops & talks
Kintsugi Masterclass
Albuquerque Foundation · Sintra
185€
until 31 Dec
Free
Exhibition
Archaeological Adventure at the Vila Museum
Museu da Vila · Cascais
- The Days of Marvila until 11 Oct· Free 8 Marvila · Lisbon
- S. Pedro brings Portuguese indie pop to the Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval in Sintra Today Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval · Sintra
- ELEVIN + TREBLE - Open-Air + Club - Sunset to Sunrise Tomorrow· 17:00 Praia de Bafureira · Cascais
- Riktus presents: GAIVEU All Night Long #2 Sun 4 Oct· 22:00 Ministerium Club · Lisbon
- Mercado da Várzea Hosts the Soup Festival Sat 10 Oct· 15:58 Mercado Municipal da Várzea de Sintra · Sintra
- Beyond words: where poetry becomes sound, piano recital by Felipe Novellino Sat 10 Oct· 17:00· Free Museu da Música Portuguesa · Cascais
Ongoing: 362 exhibitions, runs & attractions ↓
No time published 17 events
Climb to the top of the Rua Augusta Arch with this admission ticket, see Célestin Anatole Calmels' sculptures and enjoy an incredible 360° view over Lisbon's harbour and beyond.
Family friendly Other
Entry ticket to Belém Tower, Lisbon's UNESCO World Heritage fortress. Climb to the top for breathtaking views over the Tagus and explore the Governor's Room, Kings' Room, chapel and the lower and upper batteries.
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Admission to São Jorge Castle with an audio guide that dives into its rich history, especially the Moorish era. Walk the battlements, visit the Tower of Ulysses and the Martim Moniz Gate, and enjoy panoramic views over Lisbon's historic center and the Tagus, with peacocks roaming the gardens.
Family friendly Live music
A one-hour live fado show in the heart of Lisbon, with voices, Portuguese guitar and acoustic guitar, accompanied by images of the city's most iconic sunlit spots.
Family friendly Other
Experience the magic of Portuguese fado in an intimate 50-minute live show in Lisbon, toasting the night with a glass of port wine.
Family friendly Live music
Join a 40-minute guided tour of the house where Amália Rodrigues lived for 44 years, with her stage dresses, jewellery, awards and the Fado-filled corners of the Queen of Fado's home, available in Portuguese, French or English.
Skip the lines at Monserrate Palace in the Serra de Sintra and discover its 19th-century eclectic decor with Gothic, Moorish and Indian influences, plus romantic gardens with lakes, fountains, grottoes and plants from around the world.
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Skip-the-line tickets for the Moorish Castle in Sintra, letting you explore its fortification, walk scenic trails and enjoy incredible views over Sintra and the surrounding area. Free entry for children under 6, with discounts for ages 6 to 18 and seniors over 65.
Entry to the Banksy Museum in Lisbon, showcasing 100 works by the mysterious street artist, from 'Girl with Balloon' to 'Sweep It Under The Carpet'. Murals, graffiti, canvases, projections and video installations bring together pieces from France and Italy to Ukraine and the USA.
Family friendly Exhibition
An interactive museum in Lisbon's Chiado with more than 20 illusions, immersive rooms and visual challenges that trick perception, ideal for families, couples, friends and school groups. Visits are flexible, lasting around 45 minutes at your own pace.
Family friendly Other
Skip the line into the National Palace of Queluz, the summer residence of the Portuguese Royal Family, and wander its 18th-century architecture, historic gardens and the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art.
Family friendly Exhibition
Explore the former royal residence of Pena Palace and its lush park in Sintra, including the charming Chalet of Countess d'Edla, with free and paid shuttle services on site.
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Discover the story of the 25 de Abril Bridge at this interactive centre in Alcântara, with virtual reality, multimedia exhibits and an elevator ride to a panoramic viewpoint over Lisbon and the Tejo.
Family friendly Other
Skip the queue at São Jorge Castle and join a guided tour of the hilltop fortress, from its Moorish origins to its days as a royal palace, with 360º views over Lisbon and the Tagus from the Tower of Ulysses.
Family friendly Exhibition
Entry to the Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage masterpiece of 16th-century Manueline architecture overlooking the Tagus. Visit the cloister, the old monks' refectory and the old library, Tuesday to Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
Family friendly Exhibition
The Pharmacy Museum takes you on an engaging journey through 5000 years of health history, with reconstructed Portuguese pharmacies and an authentic traditional Chinese pharmacy from Macau.
Evening 3 events
15€ Live music
A fado concert featuring the voice of Cristina Clara, one of the most striking performers of the new generation of fado.
M/16 Theatre
A provocative theatre piece exploring relationships and identity in Lisbon.
70€ Live music
British icons Duran Duran bring the Free To Love Tour to Lisbon's largest concert hall for an exclusive show, more than four decades and 100 million records into a career full of classics like Hungry Like The Wolf and Rio. Felipe Karlsson is the supporting act.









