It's time for a hen weekend in Lisbon!
Known to some as the San Francisco of Europe because of its fantastic sunny climate and the striking Abril Bridge which is the spitting image of its American counterpart, the Golden Gate Bridge. The streets are relaxed, quaint, winding and pretty and it's easy to while away your whole day hopping between cafes and bars, wandering along gorgeous beaches and then designer shopping, a trip to a club and a jazz bar at night on your Lisbon hen weekend. This understated capital really does have a huge amount to offer and can hold its own against the better known European capitals.
Why: reasons to celebrate a Lisbon hen do
Lisbon offers all the delights you'd expect from Portugal's sunny capital city with quaint museums, art galleries and Romanesque, Gothic and traditional Portuguese buildings all adding to its colourful cityscape. There are great shopping centres, striking sights and delicious restaurants wherever you go, as well as a fantastic range of activities to fill in the gaps. Whatever your group are after, chances are the city will have something to fit the bill on your Lisbon hen weekend - and the girls will absolutely love it!
Lisbon's a real delight for a hen group wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of other more congested European cities but it also has plenty of options on offer when you feel like trying a little more action. How about making the most of the striking coastline with surfing lessons, or putting pedal to metal with go karting? We've got 16 fantastic activities for your Lisbon hen do, so whether you're after total relaxation or high octane adrenaline, the city has something to offer. Check out our Lisbon activity page and let us know which would be best for your hen party.
Shop: Lisbon shopping areas & recommendations
Lisbon is one of Europe's best shopping destinations, with huge shopping centres, popular high street shops and independent boutiques for your Lisbon hen do. Head downtown to Baixa where you'll find the Rossio, Augusta Street and Freedom Avenue, all lively shopping areas with excellent jewellers and old buildings to visit in Lisbon. You'll find all the main high street stores at Rua Augusta such as Zara, Benetton, Levi's and H&M. If you're after more luxurious brands however, take a walk up the Avenida da Liberdade, where you'll find Louis Vuitton, Armani and Burberry. The famous small shopping centre, Armazéns do Chiado, is home to some great local shops and nearby a large Marc Jacobs shop opened in front of the famous Theatre. Whatever you're after, Lisbon's fantastic shopping scene is bound to have something to suit!
