Holidays in Lisbon:
Lisbon, situated on the Atlantic coast where the river Tagus flows into the Atlantic Ocean, is the largest city in Portugal and the westernmost European capital. Lisbon has one of the mildest climates in Europe, though it can get cool and rainy in the winter. Lisbon is an ideal location for a weekend, or weeklong, getaway.

Being the largest city in Portugal, Lisbon will have much more to offer in the way of tourist attractions. One such place is the Oceanário de Lisboa (Lisbon Oceanarium), found in the Parque das Nações, once the exhibition grounds for Expo 98. The Lisbon Oceanarium is the second largest in the world behind Osaka’s Oceanarium, and the largest found in Europe. As well as a self-guided tour, the aquarium offers a 45 minute guided “back stage” tour, led by a marine educator, lending visitors a look at parts of the Oceanarium not usually seen by the public.

After spending the morning touring the Oceanarium, why not consider continuing the theme and go to the Jardim Zoologico de Lisboa (Lisbon Zoo)? Now dedicating itself to being a “wildlife conservation park”, the zoo has undergone major renovations in the last several years. To add to the entertainment of seeing the animals in their near natural environments, the zoo has scheduled feeding times allowing visitors to observe adding to the educational experience.

One of the best ways to view the city is the Lisbon City Hop-On, Hop-Off tour. A guided tour, allowing visitors to “hop-off” at any of the designated 13 stops along the route, carries tour participants to some of the most popular tourist attractions throughout the city. Stay as long as you would like, exploring sites such as the National Museum of Coaches or Jeronimos Monastery. Air-conditioned busses pass every 30 minutes, allowing tour participants to “hop-on” so they may visit the next stop on the city tour.

Accommodations encompassing all comfort levels are available in Lisbon both along the ocean shore and deeper in the city. With so many hotels, motels and inns from which to choose, travelers are certain to find somewhere to stay, meeting all budgets. For as little as 35 Euros per night, three- and four-star Cheap hotels are easily obtained in most parts of the city along with Cheap flights that can be found easily at all seasons.

Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or taking the family on Cheap holidays in Lisbon, Portugal offers something for everyone. No matter who you are or from where you come, one thing is certain-Lisbon will meet, or exceed, all your expectations.