Set across a series of hills overlooking the broad estuary of the River Tagus, Lisbon's stunning location and effortless beauty immediately strike most first-time visitors. It's an instantly likeable place, a big city, with a population of around two million, but a city that remains human enough in its pace and scale to be easily taken in over the course of a long weekend

Lisbon DIRECTIONS has all you need to get the most out of the city: the top places to stay whatever your budget, the sights not to miss, the most atmospheric fado houses and the best clubs and restaurants.

Browse our ideas section and you'll know what you want to do, 24 hours a day. Flip to the places section and explore the city district by district, with every sight, restaurant, bar and shop located on our easy-to-use maps.

It's like having a local friend plan your trip.