Whether you’re considering Lisbon for business travel or a city getaway, Lisbon offers a full range of activities that deliver a unique and memorable experience. Here, you will find a blend of new and old experiences, spanning back thousands of years from Roman and Moorish Lisbon. If you’re looking to spend time in the city center, Belém, Nations Park or in one of the nearby city resorts, there’s a rich history of options. Lisbon also offers several business venues to host business conferences and expos. And when there, don’t forget to include some time for fado.
Lisbon DMC Suggestion:
Portugal Travel Team, +351 218 161 600
Lisbon Private Guide Suggestion:
Nazaré Robalo, nazarerobalo@gmail.com, +351 936 333 753
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Consider some of the Lisbon activities we’ve checked out:
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Casino EstorilPraça José Teodoro dos Santos Hours:Daily: 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. Casino Estoril is a great place for the Lisbon visitor to find gaming in a ultra-trendy environment or watch a fantastic show. This Lisbon activity has hosted a variety of world renowned events including international poker tournaments. From famous shows like Blue Man Group to nightclubs to Carnival parties, Casino Estoril offers options to satisfy Estoril travelers and event planners. |
Casino LisboaParque das Nações 1990 – 204 |
Coach MuseumPraça Afonso de Albuquerque 1300-044 |
FIL Meeting CenterParque das Nações 1998-010 |
Jeronimos MonasteryR. dos Jerónimos Hours:October – April: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May – September: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Located in the Belém quarter, the Jeronimos Monastery was constructed during the 1500s by King Manuel I of Portugal who commissioned some of the finest Portuguese architects of the day. The Monastery is known for its amazing architecture as well as housing the remains of some of the famous Portuguese of the day, including Vasco de Gama. Jeronimos Monastery is dedicated to the ambitious Portuguese navigators and explorers. This is a must-see for every Lisbon visitor, and private event space is also available here. |
Lisboa Congress CentrePraça das Industrias1300-307 |
Nations ParkAv. D. João II |
Quinta da RegaleiraMap |
St. George CastleCastelo de São Jorge 1100 – 129 |
The Cultural Center of BelémPraça do Império, 1449-003 Hours:Weekdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Weekends from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Cultural Center of Belem has been holding all sorts of events over the past years, including award winning musicians and spectacular dance performances. This modern Lisbon center reflects the historic architecture of Belém while incorporating modern spaces and technology. It is privately owned and hosts a full range of theatrical performances. Business meetings are quite common here, as the Cultural Center is turned from stage to conference. |
Additional Lisbon group activities offered by the Lisboa Convention Center include the following:
Lisboa Tour with Old Timers
Lets go back to the past … Using old Timers we will start our panoramic Tour in Marquês de Pombal square, the tours goes on downtown passing by the Liberdade Avenue till Belém Square where a coffee break with the famous “ Pasteis de Belém “will be served right in front of Belém Tower.
Old Lisboa by Tram
Since 1905 till nowadays was and still is one of the major public transport used in Lisboa, for that reason this tour will take you to the oldest parts of the city, starting on the Comércio Square till the Castle district ending at the “Portas do Sol” belvedere. Taking advantages of the magnificent view the participants will do a watercolour painting over the Tagus River.
Portuguese National Tile Museum
Guide visit to the one of the most famous and important Museum of the city followed by hand painted tiles, the participants will have to try their best in order to “show” their artistic ability.
Tagus Cruise with “Leão Holandês”
Once King of the seas, this magnificent Boat is nowadays the best way to do a city tour on the Tagus. Starting in Belém the boat will sail on towards North of Lisboa, on the way the Nations Park. During this 3 hours boat trip you’ll have the pleasure to enjoy a different view of Lisboa, crossing the famous and ancient monuments from Belém quarter up to the trendy and modern Nations Park.
Sintra by “Caleches”
Immortalised as “little Eden“ by Lord Byron, Sintra is World Patrimony and once of the most beautiful villages, not only for its historical background but also natural beauty and set up . Guest will be picked up at Sintra Train Station by the old carriages, crossing the historical centre where is located the National Palace till the Gardens of the deluxe Hotel Palácio de Seteais where a small coffee break with typical pastry and the rare Colares wine will be served.
Portuguese School of Equestrian’s Art
Ladies and Gentleman, the Portuguese School of Equestrian’s Art have the pleasure to present a unique cultural Equestrian Show … Taking place on the barroque gardens of National Queluz Palace you will be invited to appreciate the magnificent “Lusitanos” horses from the ancient Royal Stud at Alter do Chão founded on the XVIII century by the Portuguese King João V. The show will be divided in 6 parts: Work on the Hand; Long Reins Work; Solo; Exercises performed above the ground; Pas de Trois and to finalise the quadrille.
Beach Games in golden sands of Guincho
For a fun and sunny day we invite you to go to Guincho’s Beach, Situated in Cascais’s Coast this beach is well know for its radical sports like the Windsurf and Surf , for those who are really not prepared to for a such a radical day we propose several beach game such as Basketball and Volleyball and a contest of sandy sculptures. Barbecue lunch will be served in the green pine tree area of ”Abanão”.
Treasure Hunts
To discover a different part of the city you will be taken to Nations Park … Here, where the present is the future we invite you to go back to past trough a treasure hunt where the pirates will drive buggies instead of boats, the treasures are not diamonds but typical gifts and the Oceans are simply the Tagus river. Cursos de Escanção “Experience Portugal’s best wines Situated in Sintra’s hilltops, the Adega Regional de Colares is the perfect place for an unforgettable wine tasting, this wine region is one of the oldest and most prestigious of Portugal just after Douro Region. Here the participants with blinds on his eyes will have to discover what type of wine are they tasting, during this prove we suggest for entertainment a duo of Portuguese Guitars.
24 Golf courses around Lisbon area
Consider one of the 24 golf courses that challenge everyone from beginner to pro located in the Lisboa and Vale do Tejo districts.
Best Movie of Lisboa
The group is divided in small teams. Each team receives a videocamera and a roadbook with special instructions and steps to follow – the task is to create a movie about Lisboa. Each team will have someone on the part of actors and actresses , movie director, etc. … At the end, a movie screening is held and an Oscars ceremony presents the prize award with the winners delivering their acceptance speech!!! High fun for everyone!