Lisbon, Portugal is considered the City of ancient streets and golden light. The ancient seaport was destroyed by a huge earthquake and rebuilt. The place is also known as the city of saudade, the city of longing, and the city of kindness and warmth. If you are planning a trip to Lisbon, here are some recommendations of things to do and see. Check these out:

Ride the Number 28 Tram

As soon as you arrive in Lisbon, you will hear the trundle of the iconic trams that run throughout the city. The Number 28 is considered the most popular of all the routes and one of the best ways of seeing the city as a whole. Passing through many of the major parts of Lisbon, the circular journey will take on many tourist attractions such as Estrela, Chiado, Alto, Bairro, Baixa, Graca quarter, the Se, and Alfama. Buy a three-day travel ticket at the Carris kiosk on Figueira Square and you can hop on and off all the trams which will save your feet and is much cheaper than paying each time. Watch your bags as pickpockets are rife but do enjoy the ride.

 Spend an Evening in a Fado Bar

Traditional Portuguese music is known as Fado. Presently, the most famous singer of Fado is Mariza whose amazing voice has delighted across the world. Fado is traditionally sung by a woman dressed in long skirts and wrapped in a shawl accompanied by the Portuguese guitar and evokes what the Portuguese call saudade. This word is difficult to translate accurately into English. It means something missing, hope and longing. Listen to the music and you will experience the feeling. These days, there are bars set up for tourists so you need to seek out the smaller places where the locals still attend. Alfama and Lapa are good options.

 Take a Daytrip to Sintra

Just around 40 40-minute train ride from Lisbon is the magical village of Sintra. Take a ride out into the Portuguese countryside and up into the mountains for breathtaking scenery. Sintra is the place of palaces. Whilst there are many attractions here, Quinta da Regaleira is a wonderful place to recharge and rest.

 Get Lost in Alfama

The place is the ancient heart of Lisbon that survived the great 1755 earthquake. The maze-like streets are where you will find many of the typical scenes you see on postcards from Lisbon. Step into the past and take in the atmosphere.

 Visit Eat Pasteis and Belem

Belem is a district in Lisbon reached by the number 15 tram from Commercial Square. You will surely enjoy the delicious taste of pasteis and make your way to the magnificent sites nearby.

 Go up the Santa Justa Elevator

This is built by a student of Eifel. This giant iron lift takes you up the steep hill from Baixa to Chiado or Bairro Alto. From here, you can visit the Gothic ruins of the Carmo Monastery.

Lisbon, Portugal has something for everyone. It is a place where old and young can mingle and all are given a warm welcome.