Explore the only Lisbon palace that still preserves its 19th-century layout, with grand halls filled with silverware, paintings, tapestries and over 17,000 pieces of porcelain. The Palácio Nacional da Ajuda has hosted state ceremonies and events since its reconstruction after the 1755 earthquake.
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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: 368 exhibitions, runs & attractions ↓
No time published 20 events
Climb to the top of the Rua Augusta Arch and enjoy a 360° view over Lisbon's harbour and beyond. Along the way, get up close to Célestin Anatole Calmels' sculpture 'Glory Crowns Genius and Valour', the symbol of the city's rebirth after the 1755 earthquake and tsunami.
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Book entry to Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Lisbon: climb to the top for a breathtaking view over the Tagus and explore the Governor's Room, Kings' Room, chapel and the lower and upper batteries, with free entry for children under 13.
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Visit Lisbon's iconic São Jorge Castle with an audio guide that delves into its history, especially the Moorish era: walk the ancient walls and battlements, see the Tower of Ulysses, King Manuel I's statue and the Martim Moniz Gate, and enjoy panoramic views over the historic centre and the Tagus, with peacocks roaming the gardens.
Family friendly Live music
Intimate Fado concerts in Lisbon's Jardim do Príncipe Real with premium seating close to the artists, rotating between three venues depending on the day: the Chinese Pavilion on Thursdays, the Patriarchal Reservoir on Fridays and Saturdays, and EmbaiXada on Sundays, with drinks and tapas available for purchase.
Family friendly Live music
A one-hour live fado show in the heart of Chiado, on stage for over 15 years, with Portuguese and acoustic guitars and images of Lisbon's most iconic spots. Sessions at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM, suitable for all ages.
Family friendly Other
An intimate 50-minute live fado show in central Lisbon, paired with a glass of port wine. Children from 4 years old are welcome, with free entry for ages 4 to 6.
Tickets. 🎫 Guided tour of the House-Museum for students* (up to 25 years old). 🎫 Guided tour of the House-Museum for adults (aged 13 and over). 🎫 Guided tour of the House-Museum for seniors (over 65). 🎫 Guided tour of the House-Museum for families (2 adults + 1 to 3 children). Free entry for children under 12. * A
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An immersive virtual reality expedition that takes you inside the Great Pyramid of Giza as it was 4,500 years ago, developed with Harvard Egyptologist Peter der Manuelian. Explore forbidden corridors, the Queen's Chamber and the goddess Bastet in an experience already enjoyed by more than 2 million people.
Family friendly Other
Skip-the-line entry to Monserrate Palace in the Serra de Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can explore a 16th-century chapel turned lavish private home with Gothic, Moorish and Indian influences, and stroll through exotic gardens with lakes, fountains and hidden grottoes.
⭐ Moorish Castle: no queues. Discover the history of Sintra from above! Tickets. 🎫 Child (0-5) - Infant. 🎫 Adult (6+). Highlights. 🌟 Discover unique experiences. 🎉 Have a great time. 🌈 Experience unforgettable moments. General Info. 📅 Date and time : Select your dates/times directly from the ticket selector. 📍 L
📱 Smartphone tickets. ⚡ Instant access to your tickets Come check out the Museu Banksy in Lisbon, where the mysterious street artist's captivating work comes to life! Explore an amazing collection of murals, unique pieces, graffiti, canvases, projections, and video installations. From iconic pieces like "Girl with Bal
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An interactive museum in Chiado with more than 20 illusions, immersive rooms and visual challenges that trick perception, combining science, art and entertainment. A flexible visit of around 45 minutes, ideal for families, couples, friends and school groups.
⭐ National Palace and Queluz Gardens: Skip-the-Line Ticket. Discover the royal elegance of Queluz. Tickets. 🎫 Child (0-5) - Infant. 🎫 Adult (6+). Highlights. 💥 Discover the best flavors in town! 🎉 Have fun with friends and incredible food! 🍔 Live an unforgettable gastronomic experience! General Info. 📅 Date and t
A cycle of guided tours at the Igreja de São Roque revealing the protagonists behind the Chapel of St John the Baptist, a masterpiece of D. João V's reign — from ambassador Manuel Pereira de Sampaio to cardinal-patriarch D. Tomás de Almeida.
📱 Smartphone tickets. ⚡ Show your digital ticket at the entrance to the Park and National Palace of Pena The Pena National Palace, popularly known as Pena Castle, was a monastery before being transformed into a private palace by King Fernando II. The park that surrounds it is as interesting as the Pena Palace, with ex
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An interactive centre in Alcântara beneath the Ponte 25 de Abril, with virtual reality, multimedia exhibits on the bridge's history and an elevator ride up to a panoramic viewpoint over Lisbon and the Tejo.
Skip the lines at São Jorge Castle with fast-track entry and a guided tour of the hilltop fortress, from its Moorish origins to its days as a royal palace and military centre. Climb the Tower of Ulysses for a 360º view over Lisbon and the Tagus and see Roman and Moorish artifacts in the permanent exhibitions.
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📱 Tickets on your phone. ⚡ Instant access to your tickets. Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, the Jerónimos Monastery is a must-see for both Lisbon residents and visitors to the Portuguese capital! An unprecedented tribute to Portuguese identity and culture that will not leave anyone indifferent. Sit
Family friendly Exhibition
The Pharmacy Museum takes you on a journey through 5000 years of health history, with reconstructions ranging from an 18th-century Portuguese apothecary to a traditional Chinese pharmacy from Macau. Open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with a family ticket available and free entry for children under 5.
Morning 3 events
75€ M/16 Workshops & talks
Online course on Portuguese-origin world heritage in the Indian Ocean and the China Sea, taught by João Paulo Oliveira e Costa.
Guided tour of the long-term exhibition at the Museu de Lisboa – Palácio Pimenta, exploring the migrations that shaped Lisbon over the centuries.
A themed walking tour around Lisbon's Roman Theatre that follows the trail of the 1755 earthquake and the marks it left on the city.
Afternoon 9 events
Free 4–10 Family friendly Family
Presentation of the children's book 'Colourful Sheep', an adventure in space, with stories for families with children aged 4 to 10.
In this visit, you will explore several spaces, including areas normally closed to the public, and discover how architecture and nature are in permanent dialogue in this singular building.
M/6 Family friendly Live music
A pop musical adaptation of The Wizard of Oz.
5€ 6+ Family friendly Other
In this visit-workshop at Palácio Pimenta, families explore the exhibition 'Animais de Lisboa, Outra história da cidade' to discover the animals that once lived in Lisbon, before contributing to a collective mural of animal self-portraits.
Workshop 'Luz no Corpo' led by the Tarikavalli Company, exploring the symbolism and ritual of jewellery in Bharata Natyam, the classical dance of South India.
3,2€ Family friendly Family
A family film screening of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice at the Cinemateca.
Family friendly Exhibition
An open-air Fado session in the garden of the House of Amália Rodrigues — where Amália lived for over 40 years — featuring fado singer Ana Sofia Varela, João Filipe on fado guitar and Pedro Amendoeira on Portuguese guitar, supporting the Amália Rodrigues Foundation, with free entry for children under 12.
Family friendly Live music
An acoustic concert of Amália Rodrigues' great classics at the Amália Rodrigues House-Museum in Lisbon — the house where the eternal fado singer lived for 44 years — performed by the cast of Jardim d'Amália with voice, Portuguese guitar and fado guitar in the museum's secret garden.
10€ Live music
Lenna Bahule presents 'Mcika', an intimate solo show of voice, moving body and traditional instruments, weaving a cappella songs and percussive chants from her Mozambican homeland, as part of the V World Music Week BOTA.
Evening 12 events
Tonight We Shout is a cycle of performed readings of theatrical texts, promoted by Companhia Cepa Torta, celebrating its 10th anniversary. This edition presents 'Vitória' by Pau Miró, about a widow in 1950s Barcelona who discovers the need to fight.
Marco Rodrigues pays tribute to Carlos do Carmo in a concert celebrating the legacy of the fado singer, featuring songs from the album 'Canta Carlos do Carmo' and other highlights from his career.
15€ Live music
Launch recital for António Luís Silva's first solo album, one of the first records ever devoted entirely to Japanese piano music recorded by a Western performer, with works by Karen Tanaka, Saburo Takata, Minako Tokuyama and Hisatada Otaka at Fundação Oriente.
Live music
The Emo Festival returns to Lisbon for a big emo tribute night with a live band, DJs, performers and confetti, as a standing event. Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is postponed or cancelled.
Family friendly Live music
A Candlelight tribute concert at the EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel, where a string quartet performs Queen and ABBA classics such as Bohemian Rhapsody, Dancing Queen and Mamma Mia under the glow of candles.
Live music
Alcool Club live on Saturday, 7 November, from 21h00 to 23h30.
12€ Theatre
A theatre show that takes Camões out of the books, giving voice to the poet and to contemporary authors like Sophia de Melo Breyner and José Saramago, performed by Paulo Filipe and Lídia Franco.
19,50€ 12+ Live music
Carla Prata presents her new project 'It All Leads Back South' at Casa Capitão, blending influences from the UK, Angola and Portugal.
18€ Theatre
António Raminhos presents 'Be Right Back', a comedy show that tackles death and finitude with his characteristic humour, turning grief into laughter.
Family friendly Live music
A Candlelight concert at the EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel where a string quartet reinterprets Metallica favourites such as Enter Sandman, Master of Puppets and Nothing Else Matters amid a sea of candles.
12+ Live music
French singer-songwriter Daphné Chenel presents songs from her new album for the first time at Casa Capitão, featuring ethereal, cinematic sounds, with special guests and surprises.
18€ 6+ Live music
For the last 10 years, José Pinhal Post-Mortem Experience has kept alive the flame of the immortal singer José Pinhal, master of dance, romantic icon and major figure of northern popular culture. Born in 2016 as a spontaneous tribute, the band grew to become an improbable phenomenon, crossing generations, styles and geographies. After more than a decade taking José Pinhal's name to stages across the country, the time for farewell has now come. The last concerts of José Pinhal Post-Mortem Experience promise to be an intense celebration of life, music and the legacy of José Pinhal. Immortal, always! A big thank you.









