Lisbon with children

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Our favorite holiday country within Europe is Portugal, and we especially love visiting Lisbon with the kids. Portugal has a lovely climate, beautiful nature, and great beaches. I also find the people in Portugal very welcoming, especially with children. Plus, the food and wine are also muito bom. So, if you’re looking for a holiday in Europe, I would definitely consider Portugal.

Last year, we took a road trip to Portugal in our camper, with Lisbon as our final destination. Lisbon has so many attractions. In this blog, I will share the most beautiful sights for your visit to Lisbon with children.

This blog is written by Melissa.

Lisbon with children - the most beautiful sights.

♥ Ponte 25 de Abril, the bridge of Lisbon
♥ Torre de Belém
♥ Padrão dos descombrimentos
♥ Elevator de Santa Justa
♥ The yellow tram 28
♥ Rua Nova do Carvalho
♥ Oceanário de Lisboa

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Ponte 25 de Abril - Lisbon with children

The Ponte 25 de Abril is an absolute highlight of the city. This suspension bridge connects the city with the southern bank.

On the other side of the bridge stands the statue of Cristo Rei. This statue is 28 meters tall and is located in Almada, and it surely reminds you of the more famous statue in Rio. You can go all the way to the top (by elevator), where you have a fantastic view over Lisbon and a large part of the Tagus River!

If you’re on the other side, be sure to check out Cacilhas. Cacilhas is a neighborhood in Almada with a charming lively street. Along the waterfront is the ship Fernando II e Glória. This was a sailing frigate (warship) of the Portuguese Navy, and it is now a museum ship. Inside, you can see mannequins depicting life back then.
As you walk along the waterfront, you have a beautiful view of the Lisbon skyline with many lovely restaurants, such as Ponto Final. The streets leading there are adorned with graffiti and street art.

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Torre de Belém - Lisbon with children

The Torre de Belém is a defensive structure on the Tagus River in Belém. Did you know that you can communicate with each other in one of the rooms in the tower by talking to the wall in the corner of the room? If someone on the other side does the same, you can hear each other.

It’s also fun to take a boat tour on the river; you can easily book these boat trips through the tour below from GetYourGuide. And don’t forget to try pastéis de Belém; these are the tastiest Pastéis de nata in Portugal.

Padrão dos descombrimentos - Lisbon with children

Padrão dos Descobrimentos is the monument dedicated to the Portuguese explorers who explored the world in the 15th and 16th centuries. It’s an impressive stop during your city trip in Lisbon with children.

Elevator de Santa Justa - Lisbon with children

The Santa Justa Elevator is a lift that connects the low-lying Ria Santa Justa street with the elevated Campo Square. At the top, you have a beautiful view of the city.
This elevator is part of the city’s public transport system, and you can use the same ticket that you buy for the tram and metro.

Lisbon is built on seven hills, which means there are many viewpoints. While wandering through the streets, you’ll come across plenty of beautiful spots.

The yellow tram 28 - Lisbon with children

This iconic yellow tram travels through the steep streets of Lisbon. With tram 28, you pass through the neighborhoods of Bairro Alto, Baixa, and Alfama. Bairro Alto is great for a night out, with many cool restaurants, wine bars, and cafes.

Pink Street - Lisbon with children

Rua Nova do Carvalho, the ‘Pink Street,’ is a famous nightlife spot in the Cais do Sodré neighborhood of Lisbon. Here, you literally walk on a pink street.

Oceanário de Lisboa - Lisbon with children

In the Parque das Nações, you’ll find one of the largest aquariums in the world. The Oceanário de Lisboa is a combination of ocean and aquarium located on the pier in the Tagus River. Even before you enter the building, there is already a lot to see and do; there is a huge waterfall, a path with stepping stones over the water, and mist. It’s fun for children to play.

Behind this building, you’ll find the cable car that takes you on a ride along the water, offering views of the Parque das Nações on one side and the wide waters of the Tagus River and the Vasco da Gama Bridge on the other.

Also fun: visit Sintra with children.

About Melissa

We are Dustin and Melissa, and together with our two children, Livia and Nolan, we love to share our travels and adventures. Two years ago, we bought and renovated a camper. Now, we regularly go on weekend trips to fun child-friendly campsites in the Netherlands and explore Europe. Last year, we took a road trip to our favorite holiday country: Portugal, and this year we were pleasantly surprised by beautiful Croatia.

If you want to know more about Portugal or fun places in Europe, take a look at instagram.com/camperfamily_adventures. Here we share all our tips!