Visiting Lisbon during Christmas offers a range of festive activities and sights. Here are five recommended places to visit:
- Christmas Markets: Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at Lisbon’s Christmas markets. They offer not only shopping but also entertainment, ice skating, and time with Santa Claus. Notable markets include Wonderland Lisboa, Rossio Square, Campo Pequeno, and Ateneu Comercial De Lisboa.
- Marvel at the Tallest Christmas Tree in Europe: Lisbon is home to the tallest Christmas tree in Europe, standing at a remarkable 76 meters in Commerce Square. This grand tree transforms the square into a magical winter wonderland, attracting visitors from all over.
- Midnight Church Visit: A significant tradition in Lisbon, especially given Portugal’s predominantly Roman Catholic population, is attending Midnight Mass. The Missa do Galo is a special tradition observed in churches across Lisbon, offering a unique way to experience local Christmas customs.
- Savor Traditional Lisbon Food: Christmas is a time for feasting, and Lisbon’s restaurants offer an array of traditional Portuguese dishes specially prepared for the season. It’s a great opportunity to explore the local cuisine and indulge in festive meals.
- Luxury Shopping: Embrace the festive season with a luxury shopping experience. Lisbon’s stores offer a variety of high-end brands where you can buy clothes, shoes, accessories, and gifts for your loved ones.
Additionally, the city’s streets, especially in the Avenida da Liberdade and Baixa districts, are adorned with stunning Christmas lights, creating a magical atmosphere. And, of course, the Rossio Square Christmas Market in central Lisbon is another popular destination for holiday shopping and festivities.
Gonzalo
Founder/Owner of The Lisbon Guide, one of the major blog references in Portugal, established in 2014 and receiving every year 250.000 visitors from all over the world, looking to provide the best experiences in Portugal. In partnership with Portugal Magik for all private tours and transfers across Portugal, Gonzalo loves a good seafood meal at Monte Mar Cascais, and all from Michelin Chef Avillez. Favorite Hotel in Lisbon/Portugal, Penha Longa Resort by Ritz Carlton.
For over 15 years, Gonzalo have been helping thousands of travelers yearly to plan a perfect trip to Portugal. Based in Lisbon/Cascais and working in this field for over 20 years, with multiple ongoing projects. Also an avid TripAdvisor user level 6 with more than 300.000 readers worldwide.
Many years working also as a Private Guide of Lisbon, Sintra, Fatima, Porto, Douro Valley, Evora, and other locations in Portugal.
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