6 days in Europe Itinerary

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Get out of town with these interesting Lisbon side-trips: Sintra (Quinta da Regaleira & Park and National Palace of Pena). There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Belém Tower, admire the masterpieces at Museu Nacional do Azulejo, meet the residents at Lisbon Oceanarium, and appreciate the history behind Padrao dos Descobrimentos.

To find photos, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Lisbon trip app .

Chicago, USA to Lisbon is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of train and flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from Chicago to Lisbon. In May, daily temperatures in Lisbon can reach 75°F, while at night they dip to 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.