Although the festive season is still some time away, the truth is that the sooner you start planning Christmas in Lisbon, the better. So, thinking of those who are already thinking about Christmas magic, we’ve decided to present some suggestions.
What’s more, this article will be updated whenever necessary, so that you have the most complete and ‘fresh’ guide to the city. After all, from the Christmas lights in the city to the best Christmas markets and fairs we don’t want you to miss anything!
Table Of Contents
- Candlelight: Christmas special with the Nutcracker and more
- Wonderland Lisboa brings magic to Parque Eduardo VII
- Visit the immersive exhibition "Living Van Gogh"
- AirOtic Soirée Christmas show
- Tour the streets of Lisbon on Christmas buses... and on the boat
- The pastry shops with the best King Cakes in town
- Electric tuk-tuk rides to see the Christmas lights in Lisbon
Candlelight: Christmas special with the Nutcracker and more
The Candlelight concerts, an original Fever series, have conquered Lisbon and several cities in Portugal (and beyond), but always with a unique ability to surprise.
To celebrate Christmas in the best way possible, here comes a very special show, suitable for kids and adults alike, in an ode to the “Nutcracker” and more… and the chosen venue is the Church of Santa Catarina.
Wonderland Lisboa brings magic to Parque Eduardo VII
Wonderland Lisboa returns to Parque Eduardo VII from November 29 to January 5, 2025, promising a variety of attractions for all ages.
This Christmas event is one of the most eagerly awaited of the year, with classics such as the Ferris wheel and the skating rink expected to delight visitors.
Visit the immersive exhibition “Living Van Gogh”
It’s called “Living Van Gogh” and it’s the latest immersive experience in Lisbon, in an exhibition that will take you on a journey through one of the greatest painters of all time.
Do you want to immerse yourself in Van Gogh’s fantastic world? Book your ticket now for the great immersive experience!
AirOtic Soirée Christmas show
This suggestion isn’t exactly for the whole family, as it’s a bold and sensual show. However, it could be the perfect plan to do alone or with your partner.
After the success of the first sessions, AirOtic Soirée returns to Lisbon between November and December for a Christmas special, entitled: Naughty Noël, taking place at Espaço Laboratório.
In a setting decorated for the festive season, a burlesque circus cabaret awaits you, with a cast full of talented international acrobats.
Tour the streets of Lisbon on Christmas buses… and on the boat
It happened last year and we believe it will happen again this Christmas. These Christmas rides in Lisbon are one of the joys for everyone this Christmas season, little and big alike.
For the little ones there’s the bus and the Christmas boat and, for everyone, there’s the X-Mas Bus, two trips that promise to take you to see the city’s Christmas decorations.
The pastry shops with the best King Cakes in town
I’m sure you’ll need a bolo-rei for your Christmas dinner, right? So, as well as buying it in one of these pastry shops, our suggestion is that you go in, smell it and enjoy the Christmas atmosphere there.
If you’ve never smelled Christmas, we guarantee that this is where you’ll feel it for the first time. The aromas of typical Christmas sweets are incredible!
Electric tuk-tuk rides to see the Christmas lights in Lisbon
This is a program that appeals to people of all ages, ideal for families with children or groups of friends, and was a huge success last year.
Tuk-tuks aren’t just for tourists and, being electric, they don’t contribute to polluting the city even more.
The electric tuk-tuks can take up to six people and the ride costs an average of 70 euros.