Discover the best of Lisbon with this compact, practical, entertaining Pocket Rough Guide.
This slim, trim treasure trove of trustworthy travel information is ideal for short trip travellers, and covers all the key sights (Praça do Comércio, Torre de Belém,Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, Parque Eduardo VII) restaurants, shops, cafes and bars, plus inspired ideas for day-trips, with honest independent recommendations from expert authors.
-Practical travel tips: what to see and where to sleep, eat, drink and shop - Pocket Rough Guide Lisbon features specially selected recommendations for every taste and budget.
-Honest independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our expert writers will help you make the most of your trip to Lisbon.
-Incisive area-by-area overviews: covering the lively streets of the Baixa, well-to-do Estrela, Chiado's upscale shops and more, the practical Places section provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop.
-Time-saving itineraries: the routes suggested by Rough Guides' expert writers cover top attractions like the Sé cathedral and Castelo de São Jorge, and hidden gems like ancient tascas and traditional ceramic shops.
-Day-trips - venture further afield to Sintra or Cascais. This tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive.
-Compact format: packed with pertinent practical information, this is a convenient companion when you're out and about exploring the Bairro Alto or the warren-like streets of Alfama.
-Attractive user-friendly design: features fresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout.
-Essentials: includes invaluable background information on how to get to Lisbon, getting around, health, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory and handy language section and glossary.
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