8 Enjoyable Things to do in Lisbon in March that you cannot overlook

One trip will not be enough

There are many reasons why you should come here and it is not just the beaches. Millions of people come here every year and a large number of them are international tourists. As you would expect from the city this old, there are plenty of archeological sites and there are some buildings from the medieval era that are still intact. The colonists took their religion with them, Christianizing a large part of the world. So, when you come here, you will be expecting some glorious churches and you will not be disappointed. This city has changed a lot in recent years, with technology, still keeping the traditions alive. Below we list for you 8 things that everyone who comes here will enjoy.

Alfama: A timeless neighborhood

You can catch a tram to get here and on the way you will get to see numerous enjoyable sites, but just wait till you get to Alfama. You will get to see buildings that have existed for a few centuries and each one has is of a different design. You will be able to spend considerable time taking in the sights around you as you walk through the narrow streets. There are cafes and bars that locals frequent where you can expect to get some personalized service.

St. George’s Castle: Too large a landmark to ignore

Once you reach Alfama, as you look around, you will notice a large structure that in reality is the St. George’s castle. It is on a hill, hence the dramatic effect. If you want to see the insides, you are more than welcome to and you can even hire a guide to help you out. There are gardens where people come to picnic and inside you will find a museum. You can see parts of the city the way the kings and the guards used to view it a few centuries ago.

Arco de Triunfo: Work of years

If you enjoy classical architecture, you need to see this large structure. Meant to welcome the returning soldiers after a triumphant victory, you will be able to imagine parades passing through this arc in the past. In fact, it was constructed to recognize the reconstruction efforts after an earthquake in the previous century that caused great damage to the entire city. It will make a good photo opportunity, once you have stopped marveling at its wonderful design.

25 de Abril Bridge: reminds you of large American cities

This is a one and a half mile bridge over the Tagus River and once you ride over it you will be reminded of scenes from Hollywood movies. Just turn down the windows and you will be breathing the freshest air as you admire large swaths of water. You will also get a good view of the city based around the banks of this large river.

Palace of Ajuda: the incomplete work

No trip to a European capital will be complete without a visit to the royal palaces. The work on this one started after the 1755 earthquake and was incomplete even after efforts in the early 20 th century. Though now this building is open to the public and you can see how the royals lived here. Once you get inside you will be able to enjoy works of fine art and furniture from the last few centuries. There are more rooms here than you will be able to see in a whole day.

Lisbon Oceanarium: Not just any aquarium

This city is next to a large ocean, so you will expect the locals to have a good knowledge of the sea creatures. This indoor aquarium has thousands of these from over 450 species. With around a million visitors, you can imagine how popular it is. It is similar to being in a submarine with glass surfaces allowing you to see what is inside the ocean in all of its glory. This will be a good starting point for your youngsters to understand the world that we live in.

Calouste Gulbenkian Museum: Lot of history in a small place

Now that you have come this far, you would be wondering what else went on here. Once you get inside this museum you will be able to understand what Portugal as a country meant to the world. There are works from the past that will show you how the rich of the past lived and the relationship of this nation with the Arab world and Africa. This museum also has works of some of the European masters, the originals that you will be able to say only here.

Belem Tower: On the edge of Tagus

This tower was built to protect Lisbon from any invasions through Tagus. The time of its construction coincided with the Portuguese discovery of India. Later its purpose was to welcome the Portuguese sailors who were returning from colonial conquests abroad. The reason why it is recommended to tourists is because of its interesting design, shapes and location. You will also be able to see what the Portuguese of the old days saw.

.

Now that you are armed and ready with this information, you can begin planning an itinerary accordingly to this great city. March is not exactly in the peak season, so you will be able to get flights and accommodations at low rates, fit for any budget traveler.