Rough Guides Pocket Lisbon is a compact travel guide designed for independent travellers exploring Lisbon's historic neighbourhoods, hilltop viewpoints and lively waterfront – including highlights such as Castelo de São Jorge, Alfama and Mosteiro dos Jerónimos.

It brings together everything you need in one place – from must-see sights, hidden gems and ready-made itineraries to practical travel advice, independent recommendations, full-colour maps, a handy travel phrasebook, a pull-out city map and a free eBook.

Perfect for city breaks and long weekends, it combines concise neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood coverage with a dedicated online trip planner that helps you organise your time before you travel.

This Lisbon travel guide covers:

• Baixa, Rossio and Praça do Comércio – Grand squares, historic streets, riverside views, traditional shops and elegant architecture
• Sé, Castelo and Alfama – Castelo de São Jorge, Lisbon Cathedral, winding lanes, miradouros, fado houses and vintage tram rides
• Chiado, Cais do Sodré and Bairro Alto – Cafes, boutiques, nightlife, Pink Street, cultural landmarks and Mercado da Ribeira Time Out Lisbon
• São Bento, Estrela, Lapa and Santos – Leafy gardens, historic mansions, museums, neighbourhood restaurants and creative spaces
• Alcântara, the docks, Belém and Ajuda – Torre de Belém, Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, Pastéis de Belém, waterfront walks and royal heritage
• Avenida, Parque Eduardo VII, Gulbenkian and Parque das Nações – Landmark avenues, landscaped parks, world-class art, modern architecture and the Oceanário
• Day trips – Easy excursions to Sintra's palaces, the Lisbon coast, Atlantic beaches and elegant seaside towns

The complete Rough Guides package – print edition, free eBook, pull-out map and online trip planner – helps you plan a trip that fits your style. Expertly curated and locally informed, it gives you the tools and insights to explore Lisbon with confidence.

Start planning your next adventure with Rough Guides Pocket Lisbon.