Like you, we, too, miss summer a lot—way too much— as soon as fall starts knocking on the door.
That’s why this year we’ve decided that we’ll be the ones to lift your spirits, so that your gloomiest and saddest days can turn into fun plans and activities.
After all, there are plenty of places to explore in the city during the fall . And you yourself told us that eating roasted chestnuts or strolling along the banks of the Tagus were very rewarding activities.
So, in addition to all these tips—which you can use whenever you’re feeling bored at home— throughout the month of October, we’ll be suggesting new and spectacular plans for you to explore with your family, friends, significant other, or on your own.
Dance the night away at Live Under Lisbon at Olaias Station
To keep the momentum going after summer, the Lisbon Metro will transform, for the first time, an underground area of the Olaias Station into a dance floor for a one-night-only immersive electronic music event, featuring the Portuguese duo MXGPU and guests.
The event takes place on October 10 and will feature more than eight hoursof nonstop music.
Travel through the cosmos in the underground of Terreiro do Paço
Head down to the basement of Terreiro do Paço and travel through the cosmos in a virtual reality experience.
For a different kind of outing (and one that’s perfect for October’s gloomiest days), check out this immersive virtual reality experience in the Underground Hall of the Terreiro do Paço Metro Station, which transports visitors through exoplanets, stars, and black holes.
To sweeten up October: Pastelaria Aloma Wins Best Pastel de Nata 2026
Pastelaria Aloma once again won the title of Best Pastel de Nata in Lisbon in 2026— for the sixth time, and the third time in a row.
If October calls for more comforting plans, this is the perfect excuse for a sweet treat: hailed as the big winner of the 2026 edition of “Lisbon’s Best Pastel de Nata,” this pastry shop has already won six times, making this its third consecutive victory.
Pharmacy Museum
Between Bairro Alto and Bica, just before reaching the Santa Catarina Viewpoint (Adamastor), there’s a museum that might go unnoticed but holds the history of our health.
Don’t miss out on your chance to visit an iconic museum!
A “Between Lighthouses” boat tour along the Cascais Coast
Swap the train for the Atlantic breeze and head to the enigmatic Bugio Lighthouse.
For the perfect October outing (and to help you miss summer a little less), take a boat trip between Cascais, Oeiras, and Bugio, in groups of 4 to 12 people, with background music and a welcome drink.
Along the way, you’ll pass by lighthouses, fortresses, and the iconic cliffs of the Cascais Coast.
Station, the new name for Ramen Station (and more snack options for October)
The ramen is still here, but the menu now has many more options to share.
If you’re in the mood for something more comforting (but with an urban vibe) this October, here’s some news: the Ramen Station locations in Benfica and Campo Pequeno have changed their names to simply “Station,” keeping ramen on the menu while expanding it to include noodles without broth, donburi, and street-food-style snacks.
The new identity focuses on a more urban vibe and on building community through space, music, and more collaborations.
An autumn outing to the Pena Palace: tour, history, and tickets
The Pena Palace is the most popular Portuguese monument in the European rankings.
If, after summer, you feel like swapping the beach for a more cultural outing (and one that’s perfect for October’s gloomier days), be sure to add this classic to your list: the Pena National Palace in Sintra is the most popular Portuguese monument in TUI Musement’s European rankings, with over 106,000 reviews.
It offers “Essential Tour” and “Total Tour” options , with different prices for adults and families.
Free Music at the Lisbon Museum: Special Program in October
October, the Lisbon Museum transforms into a musical haven, with a completely free program!
To get into the fall spirit without missing summer, in October the Lisbon Museum transforms three venues (Palácio Pimenta, Fábrica de Moagem, and the Roman Theater) into musical hubs with free programming.
The series kicks off on October 3 at Palácio Pimenta with Mundu Nôbu, featuring a day of conversations, slam poetry, and concerts from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Check out Brasil Origem Week in Lisbon
Free event featuring Brazilian producers, workshops, and tastings at the Cordoaria Nacional.
To kick off the month with something different, Brasil Origem Week returns to Lisbon from October 9–11 at the Cordoaria Nacional, as part of the Chocolat Festival.
Admission is free, and there will be tastings of regional products, workshops, lectures, and discussions on sustainability and traceability.
Climb up to the Cabo da Roca Lighthouse (now open for regular tours)
Head up to the balcony of the Cabo da Roca Lighthouse and admire the westernmost point of continental Europe.
For an October outing that feels like a little getaway, it’s worth adding Sintra to your itinerary: since July 23, the Cabo da Roca Lighthouse has been open for regular visits, featuring a new Interpretive Center and the chance to climb up to the panoramic balcony.
There are two types of tours —essential and panoramic—with varying prices and free admission for children under 6.