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 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.
Explore Europe with Viking
Sail Europe’s picturesque waterways in elegant comfort with Viking. Ranging from 7 to 23 days, our itineraries offer a wealth of unforgettable journeys across the continent.
Bacalhau: Portuguese or Norwegian?
Watch as chef Rui Paula shows Karine his unique nouvelle cuisine twist on bacalhau, the beloved Portuguese national dish that is based on cod, one of Norway’s national fish.
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.
Longship Staterooms
The streamlined Scandinavian design and generous amenities of the staterooms on board Viking Longships create a lovely place to call home while exploring the waterways of Europe. Find out why.
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.
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!
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.
