Category: History & Culture

  • Palaces In And Around Lisbon To Visit

    Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links. If you book through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and experiences I genuinely think are worth it. Visiting palaces around Lisbon has always felt like a slower way of understanding the region. Some I…

  • Countries That Were Colonized By Portuguese Explorers

    Countries That Were Colonized By Portuguese Explorers

    Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links. If you book through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and experiences I genuinely think are worth it. Learning about Portugal’s colonial past helped me understand Lisbon—and Portugal as a whole—in a more complete way.…

  • 8 Must-Visit Castles in and Around Lisbon

    Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links. If you book through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and experiences I genuinely think are worth it. Castles are one of the things that first drew me to exploring Lisbon and its surroundings more…

  • Top 10 Must-Visit Churches in Lisbon (With Insider Tips & Tours)

    Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links. If you book through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and experiences I genuinely think are worth it. Some of Lisbon’s churches are impossible to miss, while others reveal themselves more quietly as you explore…

  • Things Lisbon Is Famous For: Must-See Sights and Experiences

    Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links. If you book through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and experiences I genuinely think are worth it. Lisbon is famous for a lot of things, but what actually stands out often depends on how…

  • The best Museums In Lisbon You Should Visit

    Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links. If you book through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and experiences I genuinely think are worth it. Lisbon has a wide range of museums, and I’ve found that which ones you enjoy most often…

  • Lisbon’s Names and Nicknames: A Journey Through History

    Lisbon’s Names and Nicknames: A Journey Through History

    Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links. If you book through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and experiences I genuinely think are worth it. Lisbon has gone by many names over the centuries, and I’ve always found that fascinating. The more…

  • The Best Sightseeing Options in Lisbon

    Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links. If you book through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and experiences I genuinely think are worth it. Sightseeing in Lisbon can look very different depending on how you like to explore. After seeing the…

  • Ways In Which Portugal And Brazil Are Connected

    Ways In Which Portugal And Brazil Are Connected

    Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links. If you book through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and experiences I genuinely think are worth it. The connection between Portugal and Brazil spans centuries, from language and culture to trade, sports, and tourism.…

  • Free Things to Do in Belém: A Complete Budget Guide

    Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links. If you book through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and experiences I genuinely think are worth it. Belém is one of those parts of Lisbon where you can easily spend a few hours without…