Alongside Lisbon’s colorful buildings and bustling streets is a thriving culinary scene that is not to be missed. Street corner restaurants offer myriad dishes, from the classic bifana, a marinated pork sandwich, to the ubiquitous bacalhau, salted cod, a cornerstone of Portuguese cuisine that is featured in many forms, including savory pastries and stews. One of Lisbon’s most renowned dishes is the pastéis de nata, a delectable, flakey egg custard tart that is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven with a dash of cinnamon and can be found in pastry shops throughout the city.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.
Cosmopolitan Lisbon & the Maritime Museum
Walk through the maritime history of the great Portuguese explorers and see the impressive Jerónimos Monastery.
Lisbon City Hike
Stroll through Portugal’s coastal capital to see its most iconic landmarks and panoramic views from above.
National Tile Museum
Learn about the history of Portugal’s finely made decorative tiles and try your hand at making your own.
Flavors of Lisbon
Get to know Lisbon’s rich culture through its food during a walking and cultural tour.
Videos
Viking Longships: Explorer Suite
The exceptional Explorer Suites on board Viking Longships feature separate sleeping and sitting rooms, a wraparound veranda with 270° views, a French balcony and hotel-style amenities.
Viking Longships Tour
With their innovative patented design, al fresco Aquavit Terrace® and understated elegance, Viking Longships provide the most rewarding way to explore Europe. Find out more on this short tour.
Are You a First-Time River Cruiser?
There is no more enriching and convenient way to travel than on a Viking river cruise. If you are new to river cruising and would like to know what you can expect, watch this video.
Viking Executive Chefs
Come into the galleys of our European river ships for an unforgettable visit with two Viking Executive Chefs, and glimpse some of the passion that goes into every dish they serve.
Portuguese Language Lesson
Learn a few useful Portuguese words and phrases with Maria, your Viking tutor. Saúde!
Portuguese Crème Brûlée
Go behind the scenes with Karine to see how easy it is to make this local variation of everyone’s favorite dessert. You may want to take notes during this hands-on demonstration!
Fado, Music of Portugal
Learn about the dramatic songs of fado, born along Portugal’s waterfront. This music of passion often depicted the longing of women waiting for their men to return from sea.
History of Port Wines
Take a journey with Karine as she explores Portugal’s history of wine and gains insight into its production and the various types of port, with a local expert on hand.
Portugal’s Wine Country
In 1756, Portugal’s Douro River Valley became the world’s first protected wine-producing region, and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn more about the region’s famous port wine.
Viking Longships: Innovative Elegance
Our innovative Viking Longships offer full-size verandas and the largest suites on Europe’s rivers. Dine in the restaurant or al fresco on our Aquavit Terrace®, all with panoramic views.
