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Lisbon

Lisbon is one of Europe's most beautiful, atmospheric and rewarding capital cities, a hilly Atlantic port of historic trams, azulejo tile-covered facades, outstanding seafood and pastéis de nata, fado music in candlelit tascas, the magnificent Belém district and a contemporary food and cultural scene that has made it one of the continent's most talked-about destinations. From the Alfama and the Bairro Alto to Belém and LX Factory, Lisbon rewards every neighbourhood explored.

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Elect's take

"Lisbon is the European city that most consistently surprises visitors with how much it delivers. The combination of extraordinary beauty, outstanding food, vibrant culture and a warmth of welcome that feels genuinely authentic creates a destination I find myself returning to with great pleasure."

The Alfama is Lisbon's oldest neighbourhood, a beautiful hillside labyrinth of whitewashed houses, medieval castle and fado houses that provides the most atmospheric introduction to the city's character. The Jerónimos Monastery in Belém is one of the finest examples of Manueline architecture in the world, and the nearby Pastéis de Belém pastelaria has been serving the definitive custard tart since 1837. The Museu Nacional do Azulejo traces the history of Portugal's extraordinary tile tradition. The Museu Calouste Gulbenkian has one of the finest private art collections in Europe. LX Factory is a beautifully regenerated industrial complex of restaurants, bars and markets. The Sintra day trip, 40 minutes by train, is outstanding.

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Airports

Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS)

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Rail

Lisboa Santa Apolónia, Lisboa Oriente

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Cruise ports

Lisbon Cruise Terminal, Alcântara Cruise Terminal, Rocha Conde de Óbidos Cruise Terminal