Port Rating:

We walked the boardwalk near the ocean on a beautiful sunny day with a perfect breeze. Children played in the water, flew kites and kicked soccer balls. This time of year the beach houses were mostly closed, I did find the outdoor market where one could buy clothing, food stuffs, jewels, cheese, shoes and pretty much whatever you wanted. Cash only so have Euros.

Many cafes were open in town with folks enjoying them. There is a lunch hour when shops close so plan accordingly.

Port Rating:

Main street Lisbon is enchanting with an archway to welcome you from the water. Modern shops line the pedestrian only street. Photo ops everywhere! Many outdoor cafes so find one on a side street for it will be less expensive.

I chose to walk a few miles that day and again the cobblestones tired my feet even with good shoes. A tree lined walkway runs up the center of the main street leading to a lovely park at its end. Check out the pigeons bathing in the stream in the park!

This time I did not take the cable car up the steep streets. From atop the hills one has good views of the city and the port.