subject: What To Do While Staying At Lisbon Villas In Portugal [print this page] This charming 16th century city still retains much of its elegant style as it perches at the mouth of the Tagus River. Once a central meeting point for spice trading routes and cartographers, Lisbon is still a thriving port with an exciting contemporary culture.
The treasures of its past are mixed together with the stylish developments of the present, and owning villas in Portugal in Lisbon means that you can sample from its buffet of cultural riches whenever you desire.
With so many things to do while staying at your Lisbon villas in Portugal, its hard to decide what aspect of the city to explore first. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Take a ride on an old-fashioned tram line, known as Tram 28.
These clickety-clackety old trams were built in the 1930s and will take you through the winding streets of "Old Town" Lisbon. It is a fun and historic way to see the city and will reward you will many beautiful views as the tram climbs the many hills of Lisbon.
Visit the Castelo de Sao Jorge, or St. Georges Castle. This beautiful building is also in a stunning location with a great view over the city and the river. If you chose to walk up the hill from downtown, you will get a chance to meander through the old neighbourhood of Alfama.
Soak up the action in Rossio, the main square of Lisbon. This is the epicentre of all activity in the city and it is a great place to sit back with a coffee and people-watch.
Go shopping in Chiado, one of Lisbons most elegant shopping districts.
The Belem Cultural Center has an impressive permanent collection of contemporary art, with works by great masters such as Pablo Picasso, Marcel Duchamp, Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol, and Rene Magritte. Taste a Lisbon dessert, the pastel de nata. It is a sweet pastry filled with custard, and was mentioned in the Guardian on the list of the "Top 50 Best Delicacies in the World".
Learn about the underwater world at the Oceanarium, the second largest aquarium in the world. It was built in 1998 for the World Expo in Lisbon, and features aquatic ecosystems from the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian and even Antarctic Oceans. It is a great place to bring the kids while staying at your villas in Portugal.
Marvel at the Belem Tower, a classic example of Portuguese late Gothic architecture. This impressive structure has a lot of stories to tell, as it used to be where Magellan and other explorers would get ready for expeditions to the New World.
There are many fun things to see in do in Lisbon while staying at your villas in Portugal.
Owning property here gives you a chance to thoroughly soak up the culture of this beautiful ancient city. If you are staying at villas in Portugal in the city of Lisbon, here are some ideas of what to do during your holiday.
