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Our Top Reccomendations

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beLOW ARE SOME OF OUR FAVORITE PLACES TO EAT, DRINK, AND SEE WHILE IN PORTUGAL. WE HOPE YOU FALL IN LOVE WITH PORTUGAL AS MUCH AS WE DID.

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Food & Drink

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BOAVISTA SOCIAL CLUB 

small bites & drinks
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ROCCO 

great cocktails & dinner
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POMME EATERY 

lunch & natural wine

Things to do,
places to explore…

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EXPLORE ALFAMA DISTRICT 

favorites:

Tram 28 Route
Miradouro de Santa Luzia

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DRINK VINHO VERDE 

favorites:

Vino Vero, Boavista,
ByTheWine, Black Sheep

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EXPLORE MIRADUOROS

favorites:

Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara

Nearby trips

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CASCAIS 

beach town, 30 min from Lisbon
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DUORO VALLEY 

wine tour, 1.5 hrs from Porto
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ERICEIRA 

charming surf town, 45 min from Lisbon

Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Buses will pickup guests at x for the wedding on June 19th. The first shuttle back to the hotels from the reception will be at 9:30pm and will run every hour. Ubers are also available (approx 15 min from hotel)

    Please note there will not be transportation to the Welcome Party on Thursday. We recommend taking an Uber (5 min) or walking (15 min).

  • We’re going for summer cocktail at our Welcome Party and Formal for our Wedding. Lisbon’s weather in June is typically warm and sunny, 62-78°F, so lightweight fabrics are great. Check our itinerary page for specific details on each event!

  • We’ve reserved room blocks at Convent Square Hotel and Torel Palace for convenience. Book by March 15th for discounted rates. Check our travel & stay page for details and other nearby options.

  • Portuguese is the official language, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas, hotels, and restaurants. You’ll have no trouble getting around without Portuguese, though locals appreciate a friendly “Obrigado” (thank you)!

  • Absolutely! Day trips to Belém, Cascais, Sintra, Ericeria all offer different experiences. Within Lisbon, go to the National Azulejo Museum (National Tile Museum), explore different Miradouros (Miradouro de Santa Luzia is one of our favorites), eat pastéis de nata, take a food tour or explore the historic Alfama neighborhood.

    P.S — check our Things to Do page for curated recommendations & activities!