After a winter that was fairly mild as far as the weather was concerned, you’re finally going to get your short-sleeved shirts, straw hat and sunglasses out of the trunk and enjoy the best that Lisbon has to offer in spring.
The milder, more spring-like days are approaching and, to make the most of them, we’ve selected 20 plans that you can’t miss.
Spring candlelight concerts
If you’re a fan of more classical music, and you’re always looking for that new place in Lisbon, then these candlelit concerts are perfect for one or more of your spring evenings.
If you’re in the mood for a Candlelight Spring show, here’s the schedule for the coming months:
- Candlelight Spring: Coldplay vs Imagine Dragons, Altis Grand Hotel
- Candlelight Spring: The Best of Hans Zimmer, Altis Grand Hotel
Late afternoon at a viewpoint
Lisbon has many viewpoints to choose from for an incredible evening, but we suggest Miradouro de Santa Catarina, better known as Mir adouro do Adamastor, as a place to start .
Once there, order a beer and admire the sunset while listening to music or even dancing.
Enjoy the views over Lisbon
Climb up to São Jorge Castle and just watch the city from above.
Tour your city
Be a tourist in your city, at least once in your life, and take the full route of Tram 28.
A word of advice: start at the first stop in Prazeres, otherwise you probably won’t be able to sit down.
A unique view of the city
It was once a downtown secret. Today it’s an exquisite restaurant, Terraço Editorial.
Even so, it’s always worth a visit to the top floor, the former Pollux terrace. If only to see the views and take some photos.
Feel the warmth of flamenco
Spring goes perfectly with the ‘heat’ of Spanish music. So take the opportunity to see a performance of “We Call It Flamenco” at the Capitólio in Lisbon.
On stage, talented dancers and virtuoso musicians promise to mesmerize you with elegant movements, rhythmic guitar strokes and moving singing.
Enjoying the Tagus
Spring is synonymous with picnics. Take your basket, towel and food, get together with some friends and have a little snack on the grass at Ribeira das Naus, looking at the Tagus River and feeling the breeze.
How about an ice cream?
You know that when spring arrives, the opening of Conchanata in Alvaladeis announced.
It’s one of the best ice-cream parlors in the city, in Alvalade, which has been open since 1948 and closes during the harsh winter, but we know of many more ice-cream parlors that you’ll love too.
Lisbon trails
Did you know that the “city’s lung” trails have been rehabilitated? If you didn’t know, now is the right time to go for a walk around Monsanto and take a stroll by the Panoramic Viewpoint.
Take advantage of Lisbon’s cycle paths
Rent a Gira and ride along Lisbon’s most incredible cycle paths.
You can also take one of these five family bike routes. They are known for being the safest for children and adults with little experience of cycling .
Running is also good for you
If you’re more of a runner, how about a springjog on one of these Lisbon routes where you can get in shape for next summer?
A route in the city center
Parque Eduardo VII has one of the most fascinating routes in Lisbon: Estufa Fria, viewpoints, gardens and much more.
Lisbon’s Popular Saints
Lisbon’s Santos Populares are the city’s main festival, after being suspended in recent years due to the pandemic.
Grilled sardines, dances, stages with music until the early hours, concerts, festivals, beer and lots of entertainment. This is the month of June, entirely dedicated to the Lisbon Festivities.
On the other shore
Cacilhas is right on the other bank of the River Tagus , as is Almada, which also has lots to see.
Take a boat and explore everything you can on the other side of the Tagus, from Cais do Ginjal to Cristo Rei.
The first dive
Whether it’s cold or sunny, Jardim do Torel never disappoints this spring. And, if the good weather helps, it invites you to stretch out your towel and soak up the sun.
A brunch comes in handy
If you’ve been putting off getting up early at the weekend to try brunch, now’ s the time.
Choose one of our best brunches in town and eat like a king.
Theater and performing arts
Theaters are definitely an excellent option to enjoy in spring, with many new plays to see in Lisbon’s main venues.
Highlights include the comedy “Love & Social Networks”, “Le Cabaret Rock” by Custom Circus, among others, make up some of our suggestions in this area of entertainment.
Lisbon is very big
It really is very big when we talk about the Lisbon Metropolitan Area, which is made up of 18 municipalities as different and, at the same time, as interesting as Oeiras , Cascais, Sintra or Setúbal.
We challenge you to get to know each of these places around the city this spring. Go ahead, we won’t be jealous!
Lunch and dinner out
The city of Lisbon is an invitation to the best gastronomy in the world. This year we were considered by TripAdvisor to be the 9th best gastronomic destination in the world.
So we have two suggestions for you: either follow our guide to the best restaurants of the year, or accept the challenge to enter the city’s most beautiful restaurants.
The “secret” places in the city
And last but not least, get to know what we think are the most “secret” and fascinating places in and around Lisbon.
We’re sure you’ll put this list on your favorites to visit this spring.
As you can see, until the summer you’ll have plenty to enjoy in Lisbon in the spring. But don’t think that these are our only suggestions!
Every day, new tips for making the most of the city are posted here and on our social networks.