There’s something timeless about Lisbon. Maybe it’s the way the yellow trams rattle through sun-bleached streets, or how the Atlantic breeze sweeps through Alfama’s tiled alleyways. Whatever the magic is, it makes the Portuguese capital the perfect place for a 48-hour escape.
We’ve crafted a mini Lisbon travel guide, the Pasha way: where to stay, what to eat, what to wear, and the effortless capsule wardrobe to take you from sunrise sightseeing to sunset wine.
Where to Stay
Santiago de Alfama: This boutique hideaway in a 15th-century palace has views across the Tagus River and is just steps away from the city’s most beautiful miradouros (Portuguese for lookout points). It’s an ideal base for exploring the old town on foot.
What to Eat
Skip the hotel breakfast. Start your day like a local with a warm pastéis de nata from Pastéis de Belém. Custard perfection, best paired with a strong bica (coffee).
Pro tip: Grab extras for later — trust us.
What to Do
- Hop on Tram 28 at golden hour; it winds through Lisbon’s most historic neighbourhoods.
- Shop ceramics and other treasures at A Vida Portuguesa.
- Take a ferry to Cacilhas at sunset for wine with a waterfront view and the city twinkling behind you.
What to Pack: Lisbon Capsule Collection
Lisbon is a city built on hills and steeped in sunshine; effortless dressing is key. Think easy layers, breathable fabrics, and versatile silhouettes that take you from day to night, suitcase to street.
Your 48-Hour Edit:
- Striking Co-ords for Day or Night
Celia B Menorca Set: Bright, breezy, and endlessly mixable.
Devotion Twins Pants & Waistcoat: Layer over shorts or trousers for a structured edge.
2. The Boho Evening Dress
Pearl & Caviar Apollonia Maxi: Effortlessly dramatic, perfect for dinner by the river or a late-night Fado performance.
3. Sightseeing in Style
Kori Triangle Sleeve Mini Dress: Light as air and ideal for cobblestone wanders and long lunches.
4. From Café to Cocktail
Kori Long Triangle Dress in White & Gold: Floaty, elegant, and easy to style up or down. Just add sunglasses by day and earrings by night.
5. The Ultimate Travel Hero
Kori Kimono – Black & Gold: Floaty and luxe. Wear it open over shorts for sightseeing, belted for dinner, or draped as a travel-day layer. It’s the versatile piece you’ll reach for again and again.
Final Tip
Lisbon is hilly. Stylish shoes you can walk in are non-negotiable. Opt for strappy flats or fashion-forward sneakers that won’t slow you down.