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Entrance ticket to the Ajuda National Palace, Lisbon's only palace to keep its 19th-century style and room layout, with decorative arts collections and over 17,000 pieces of porcelain.

Climb to the top of the Rua Augusta Arch for a 360° view over Lisbon's harbour and a close look at Célestin Anatole Calmels' sculptures.

Entry ticket 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.

Admission to São Jorge Castle with an audio guide, covering the walls, the Tower of Ulysses and the peacock-filled gardens, with views over Lisbon's historic centre and the Tagus.

A concert by Esther Merino presenting her project RE(E)VOLUCIÓN, a fusion of flamenco and electronic music.

Experience intimate fado concerts with premium seating close to the artists in the Jardim do Príncipe Real, rotating between the Chinese Pavilion on Thursdays, the Patriarchal Reservoir on Fridays and Saturdays, and EmbaiXada on Sundays.

A one-hour live fado concert at the Cine-Theatro Gymnásio in Chiado, with sessions at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM, where Portuguese and acoustic guitars accompany singers through the music that made fado an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Suitable for all ages, with images of Lisbon's most iconic spots projected alongside the performance.

An intimate 50-minute live fado performance in central Lisbon, where you can immerse yourself in authentic Portuguese melodies and toast to life with a glass of port wine.

A 40-minute guided tour of the house where Amália Rodrigues lived for 44 years, recreating the Queen of Fado's daily life through her stage dresses, jewelry, awards and personal objects. Tours run Tuesday to Sunday in Portuguese, French or English, with free entry for children under 12.

A virtual reality expedition that lets you move freely through the Great Pyramid of Giza as it was 4,500 years ago, exploring forbidden corridors, the Queen's Chamber and the goddess Bastet — developed with Harvard Egyptologist Peter der Manuelian and already experienced by more than 2 million people.

Entry ticket to Monserrate Palace in the Serra de Sintra, a 19th-century eclectic residence with Gothic, Moorish and Indian influences set in one of Portugal's most romantic botanical gardens.

Skip-the-line tickets for the Moorish Castle in Sintra, where you can walk the trails along the ancient fortification walls and enjoy sweeping views over Sintra and the surrounding area.

Entry ticket to the Museu Banksy in Lisbon, where 100 works by the anonymous street artist are on show, from 'Girl with Balloon' to murals, canvases, projections and video installations gathered from around the world.

An interactive visit to the Museum of Illusions in Chiado, with more than 20 immersive rooms, optical illusions and brain teasers that challenge perception and entertain all ages.

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

Admission to the Park and National Palace of Pena, the former monastery turned fairytale palace by King Fernando II, including the exotic park and the charming Chalet of Countess d'Edla.

Interactive centre inside the 25 de Abril Bridge with multimedia exhibits, virtual reality and an elevator ride to a panoramic view over Lisbon and the Tejo; children under 5 enter free.

The band Rádio Macau takes the stage for a live concert.

A guided tour of São Jorge Castle with fast-track entry, available in English, Spanish, French or Portuguese, tracing its evolution from Moorish stronghold to royal palace and ending with 360º views from the Tower of Ulysses.

A concert tribute to Michael Jackson, featuring his greatest hits.

A comedy show that humorously explores the quirks of everyday life.

Entry ticket to the Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage masterpiece of 16th-century Manueline architecture overlooking the Tagus, including access to the cloister and the old monks' refectory. Visits run Tuesday to Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM, with wheelchair access and a tactile map for blind visitors.

A journey through 5000 years of health history at the Pharmacy Museum, featuring reconstructions of an 18th-century Portuguese apothecary, the early 20th-century Liberal Pharmacy and a traditional Chinese pharmacy from Macau. Open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with free entry for children under 5.

A workshop with Dulam Soros on 20 November, from 10.30 to 12.30, dedicated to the art of traditional Japanese sweets: learning to prepare mochi and dango from glutinous rice, from their history to shaping techniques and fillings. €40 with materials included, for ages 16 and over.

A play by David Greig as part of the Tonight We Shout cycle, with tickets at €5 for the stalls.

Jasmim returns to Casa Capitão for an intimate comfort-music concert, where her voice and sweet melodies meet a distinctly Portuguese traditional touch. With no reserved seating, the audience should arrive early to secure a good spot standing.

Lebanon Hanover return to Portugal to present Asylum Lullabies, with shows at Hard Club and LAV, promising melancholic, hypnotic dark wave.

Raül Refree and Maria Mazzotta present “San Paolo di Galatina” at MISTY FEST, an album crossing liturgical music and the folk traditions of southern Italy with a contemporary, avant-garde approach. Tickets from 7€ to 25€.

Boston trio Horse Jumper of Love bring the slowcore of their 2024 album 'Disaster Trick' to Lisbon, on a bill with local alternative rock band Digital Device, who explore the space between melody and dissonance.

André Pinheiro presents his first solo show, exploring the meaning of the name 'Mono' through monologues, unicycles and monocles, in a blend of humor and reflection.

Kalimodjo's drum and bass night, postponed to 20 November, with DJ Hybrid's jungle-inspired set, FRENETIC's female debut, BLAST, 911 Request and Ruim. Tickets are valid for the new date or refundable via [email protected].