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Concert by Andrea Vanzo.

Entrance to the Ajuda National Palace, the only palace in Lisbon that still preserves its original 19th-century room arrangements. The visit takes in decorative arts, silverware, paintings, tapestries and a collection of over 17,000 porcelain pieces.

Ticket to climb the Rua Augusta Arch: admire Célestin Anatole Calmels' sculptures and enjoy a 360° view over Lisbon's harbour and beyond from the city's symbol of resilience after the 1755 earthquake.

Explore the majestic Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and climb to the top for a breathtaking view over the Tagus. Entry includes the Governor's Room, Kings' Room, chapel and batteries, with free admission for children under 13.

Entrance to São Jorge Castle with an audio guide covering its history, especially the Moorish era. The visit takes in the walls and towers, the Ulysses Tower, King Manuel I's statue and panoramic views over Lisbon's historic centre and the Tagus.

Feel the soul of Lisbon with memorable Fado concerts in the Jardim do Príncipe Real, with premium seating close to the artists. The setting changes with the day of the week: Chinese Pavilion on Thursdays, Patriarchal Reservoir on Fridays and Saturdays, and EmbaiXada on Sundays.

A one-hour live fado concert at the Cine-Theatro Gymnásio in Chiado, on stage for over 15 years, with sessions at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM. Singers accompanied by Portuguese and acoustic guitars perform against images of Lisbon's most iconic places.

An intimate 50-minute live fado show in Lisbon, paired with a glass of port wine. Performances take place at Rua do Crucifix 84, with wheelchair access and entry for ages 4 and up.

Guided tour of the Amália Rodrigues House-Museum, where the Queen of Fado lived for 44 years: discover her personal belongings, awards and Fado-filled corners in sessions of about 40 minutes, available in Portuguese, French or English.

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 and already experienced by more than 2 million people.

A theatre piece by Multifoco Companhia de Teatro, with text by Matéi Visniec, built from the accounts of refugees in Europe and examining the predatory effects of capitalism on the lives of thousands of migrants and refugees.

Skip-the-line entrance to Monserrate Palace in the Serra de Sintra, a 19th-century eclectic residence with Gothic, Moorish and Indian influences. The ticket also covers its romantic botanical garden with lakes, fountains and hidden grottoes.

Skip-the-line tickets for the Moorish Castle in Sintra, letting you explore its fortification and trails and enjoy sweeping views over Sintra, with free entry for children under 6 and discounts for ages 6–18 and seniors over 65.

An exhibition in Lisbon that brings the mysterious street artist Banksy to life with 100 works — murals, graffiti, canvases, projections and video installations — including icons like "Girl with Balloon" and "Sweep It Under The Carpet".

An interactive museum in Chiado with more than 20 illusions, immersive rooms and visual puzzles that trick the mind, ideal for families, couples, friends and school groups, with flexible visits at your own pace lasting around 45 minutes.

Skip-the-line ticket for the National Palace of Queluz and its gardens: visit the former summer residence of the Portuguese royal family and discover the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art on site, with a free hop-on hop-off service in the gardens.

Admission ticket to the Park and National Palace of Pena in Sintra: explore the former royal residence, its exotic park and the Chalet of Countess d'Edla, with a free shuttle service between the palace and the chalet.

Entry ticket to the Pilar 7 Experience, inside one of the pylons of the 25 de Abril Bridge in Alcântara: interactive exhibits, virtual reality and a panoramic elevator with views over Lisbon and the Tejo.

Fast-track ticket and guided tour of São Jorge Castle: wander ancient courtyards and ramparts, see Roman and Moorish artifacts and climb the Tower of Ulysses for a 360º view over Lisbon and the Tagus.

Entry to the UNESCO World Heritage Jerónimos Monastery in Belém, with access to the 16th-century cloister and the old monks' refectory, open Tuesday to Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM with last entry 30 minutes before closing.

A journey through 5000 years of health history at Lisbon's Pharmacy Museum, open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The collection ranges from an Egyptian sarcophagus to reconstructions of old Portuguese apothecaries and a traditional Chinese pharmacy from Macau.

A night of jazz at the Time Out Market celebrating Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong, with classics like 'Fly Me to the Moon' and 'What a Wonderful World' reimagined live by a talented band. The one-hour show is standing room only and restricted to ages 18+.

A candlelit concert at the Academia das Ciências de Lisboa where a string quartet performs the best of Hans Zimmer, from 'Time' (Inception) to the 'Gladiator' and 'Pirates of the Caribbean' suites. The 60-minute concert is open to ages 8 and up.

BCCO returns to Lisbon for a proper warehouse night of high-pressure sounds with ÜBERKIKZ, Mac Declos, Ketarina and Meibi b2b TAXSH — heavy grooves and relentless energy until the lights come on.

The ensemble Sete Lágrimas performs a hexalogy dedicated to the Cancioneiro de Elvas, a 16th-century Portuguese manuscript, singing the codex's 65 secular songs and premiering new music by Filipe Faria and Sérgio Peixoto for 36 poems left without music. Includes a pre-concert talk by Manuel Pedro Ferreira at 19h30 and Portuguese Sign Language interpretation.

AZAFRÁN blends the depth of Persian music, the rhythmic force of flamenco and the freedom of jazz in a concert at BOTA's World Music Week, with microtonal guitar, percussion, electric bass and flamenco dance.

A night of jazz at the Time Out Market celebrating Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong, with classics like 'Fly Me to the Moon' and 'What a Wonderful World' reimagined live by a talented band. The one-hour show is standing room only and restricted to ages 18+.

The Candlelight concerts illuminate the Academia das Ciências de Lisboa with a sea of candles, as a string quartet performs the best of Joe Hisaishi, from 'My Neighbour Totoro' to 'Spirited Away' and 'Howl's Moving Castle'. The 60-minute concert is open to ages 8 and up.

Rubel presents the tour 'Beauty. Rubel & Guitar', an intimate concert of voice and acoustic guitar spanning striking songs from his discography, including the album 'Beleza...'.

The Brussels-based duo AZIZAM fuses electronic production, hypnotic guitars and vocals in Farsi and English in a concert at BOTA's World Music Week, somewhere between pop, EBM and rock with Middle Eastern influences.