This one-week Lisbon tour is handcrafted with unique family activities and expert guides so that you can discover the best of an evocative city with your entire family. Lisbon makes families feel at home, and children are revered here. History is immersive, and you can go on family treasure hunts into the past. Spend time relaxing on the beach, take your kids to some of Lisbon’s premier children’s attractions, and enjoy handcrafted dining recommendations.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Lisbon – Dine at Time Out Market
Lisbon will charm you from the moment you land. A local guide will greet you at the airport for the short transfer into Baixa, where your hotel will be located. Getting to know your local neighborhood is a perfect way to start your family adventure. This will be followed by Time Out Market in Lisbon, which is a marketplace that brings almost 50 of Lisbon’s best chefs into a single place. International food can be found here. There are stalls for pizza and burgers if the kids want as well. This market is also Michelin-starred and hosts many of the city’s most famous dishes.
What's Included:
Day 2
Lisbon – Family Treasure Hunt
Day 3
Lisbon – Afternoon by the Sea
Day 4
Lisbon – Sintra Palace and Woodland Picnic
Day 5
Lisbon – Hippo Trip through Lisbon
Day 6
Lisbon – Europe’s Largest Aquarium
Day 7
Lisbon – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Explore Sintra Palace with a private viewing of its more-than-1,000 years of history
- Go on a family treasure hunt around Sao Jorge Castle to discover some of Portugal’s most iconic historic tales
- Discover central Lisbon with fun and informative journeys along tram route number 28 and in a hippo car
- Uncover the wonders of Manueline architecture with a tailored day of architectural wonder in Belem
- Indulge in laid-back afternoons at beaches with tidal pools that are perfect for young swimmers
- Take your kids to some of Lisbon’s premier children’s attractions, including Europe’s largest aquarium
- Enjoy handcrafted dining recommendations and a superb hotel that makes it easy to travel with kids
Detailed Description
Lisbon’s topography does not initially seem conducive to traveling with kids. A city of cobbled streets built upon seven hills may seem daunting with a stroller or noisy toddler, but Lisbon is easy to maneuver. The locals love kids and will happily humor them. This is a city where families hang out together into the evenings at atmospheric squares and cafes. Playgrounds and parks dominate the city with space for children to run around almost everywhere you go.
This is a wonderful city for the whole family and a particularly impressive destination when you are traveling with young kids. Handcrafted to celebrate the best of Lisbon for families, this one-week itinerary is full of unique activities and experiences. You can discover history and culture with treasure hunts and attractions that mix beautiful architecture with places for children to play. Journeys will also show you Lisbon in a slow and hassle-free way.
On day one, you will get a local orientation, which will include the excellent Time Out Market of Lisbon. On day two, you will go on a treasure hunt of Sao Jorge Castle before riding the tram between the city’s distinctive neighborhoods. Jeronimos Monastery and the historical highlights of Belem will begin day three and will be followed by an afternoon at the beach. You will then visit Sintra Palace and indulge in a woodland picnic on day four. The amphibious hippo will take center stage on day five before Europe’s largest aquarium completes your week in Lisbon. Expect to travel slow, absorb the atmosphere, and discover the city.
Starting Price
$2,300 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
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