Lisbon Hen Do

• Country: Portugal
• Language: Portuguese
• Currency: Euros
• Cost of a vodka & mixer: €8
• Airport: Tires Airport
• Flight duration: 2hrs 45mins

Places to Eat in Lisbon?

This city is not just custard tarts, sausages and sardines (although we do recommend the custard tarts as the perfect desert). But, if you’re wondering the best place to find some top notch custard tarts, Manteigaria is the place to go. Lisbon is far more than what meets the eye with streets and streets full of Portuguese cuisine and food markets, perfect for breakfasts, snacks or sit-down meals.

Sardines are popular all around Portugal but mainly in Lisbon due to the fact most fish are caught in the harbour nearby. One to try is Caldeirada, this dish is basically a stew that includes different varieties of fish, seafood and vegetables, white wine and olive oil along with a mixture of spices. Talking about seafood, Cervejaria Ramiro is known as the seafood temple in Lisbon to both the locals and tourists, so it would be a shame to miss out on such delicacies.

Surprising to most snails are a very popular snack, especially during summer and washed down with a chilled drink of course. If you’re wanting to try the popular snack then head to Flores do Bairro, a restaurant who embraces new Portuguese dining and has delicious snails on their menu! You’re bound to fall in love with the food this city has to offer and even when you’re not eating, guaranteed you’ll either be talking about it or where you’ll be eating next. The Portuguese food is one which you’ll remember for a while and will lure you back in to this beautiful city.

Bairro Alto

Known for being one of the best and biggest hotspot areas for nightlife, Bairoo Alto is home to over 100 bars within a neighbourhood and the place we recommend starting your night off in with some relaxed pre-drinks. It’s notoriously a popular meeting point for the gay community and other buzzing party goers such as parties, and of course the friendly locals.

One bar not to miss whilst you’re in the Bairro Alto neighbourhood is Majong. This chic cocktail bar is known for being the place to be if you’re after a quirky venue. With cabbage shaped lights, school chairs, red walls and lit by candle light, you won’t find an atmosphere like it elsewhere. No to forget their mind-blowingly delicious cocktails and live DJ’s who spin house and minimal techno.

If you’re wanting more of a bigger venue to go hard or go home in, try Lux, this venue is well known as being Lisbon’s super club and have a huge dance floor with over-sized armchairs and sofas, and is only a short distance from the Bairoo Alto area.

Cais do Sodre

If you’re wanting to dance the night away until the early hours of the morning, then the trendiest and most traditional place to do so is Cais do Sodre. Here you will find restaurants, bars, clubs and discos offering a variety of music genres from rock all the way to techno. The energetic atmosphere lasts all the way throughout the night right until the venues close at around 6am.

Looking to drink the night away with a view? Then head to Park, one of Cais do Sodre’s most well-loved and well-known venues. This multi-storey car park has transformed its 5^th floor (top floor) into one of the stylish bars with views over the entire city. You can expect to hear hip hop, house and jazz at this rooftop bar, spun by talented DJ’s, making it a must for boozy girls.

If you prefer minimal techno and electro over the genres Park offer, then head to Lounge, a roomy alternative style bar which draws in younger crowds on a daily with it’s talented DJ’s, moderate prices and themed parties. Drinking a cocktail by the River Tagus is highly recommended, as is losing yourself on the dance floor at Lux, there are plenty of unforgettable experiences you can have whilst in the Portuguese capital.

What Are the Reasons to Visit Lisbon?

There are heaps of reasons as to why you and the girls should jet off to Lisbon, of course one of the main reasons being that it is the sunniest capital city in Europe. Not forgetting the buzzing nightlife atmosphere and venues, along with amazing food, handy transport and great value for money. To help you girls with your decisions, we’ve put together a list of the top reasons to visit Lisbon below.

Value for Money

Previously voted the ninth cheapest city break in Europe, Lisbon is a great city for parties who don’t fancy splashing the cash too much during their celebrations. Food, drink and transport is pretty cheap and great value for money.

History

You may not know this, but Lisbon is one of the world’s oldest cities! This creates an amazing atmosphere and astonishing backdrop for your party, especially for the history loving girls.

Amazing Transport

There are a handful of different transport options for you and the girls whilst you’re in Lisbon, which as cheap, safe, reliable and regular, ensuring you get from A to B with ease and without burning a hole in your pocket.

Tasty Food

Lisbon are known for their tasty dishes, especially sausages and custard tarts (probably not best to eat them together). There’s eateries all around the city, so you won’t find it difficult to dine.

Street Art

You and the girls will come across amazing and beautiful street art no matter what street you wonder down in this sunny city. One of the best spots is Calçada da Glória, one of Lisbon’s steepest streets.

The Sun

As previously mentioned, Lisbon is the sunniest capital city on the continent, giving you and the girls plenty of time to soak up some rays.

Great Activities

We offer heaps of great activities for you and the girls in Lisbon, from a classy wine tasting experience, to your own private motor yacht, all the way to a cheeky pole dancing class!

How to Get Around Lisbon?

You and the girls won’t have any issues when it comes to getting around Lisbon. Although this city may be bustling there’s plenty cheap, reliable and regular transport services available to you and the girls throughout the daytime and even at night. With amazing transport throughout the cities thanks to the trams which are said to be the most comfortable and efficient way to travel around Lisbon, you’ll have no excuse to explore this city of culture and heritage. Or you can hop on a metro train, with day tickets only costing around 6 euro, meaning you don’t have to break the bank to get from A to B.

If the tram or metro don’t reach exactly where you and the girls desire to go, then hop on a yellow bus. They travel pretty much everywhere around the city and run until around 11pm, giving you and the girls plenty time to explore. But don’t worry, there are also night buses that run in the city centre, so if you’ve had a little too much to drink you won’t have to stumble back to your bed just to a bus stop!