With over 30 centuries of history, Lisbon is the perfect place if you want to take a trip back in time. With more than two hand-fulls of museums where you can deep dive into Portuguese culture and music, feel the 1755 Earthquake, contemplate pieces by national and international artists such…

Selecting a top of things you cannot miss when you’re in Lisbon for UXLx is not an easy task. Being one of the oldest cities in the world and the second-oldest European capital city (after Athens) makes it kind of an open-air museum. In such an historic city you’ll find…

Coming to UXLx this May and sticking around for the weekend after? After 4 days of hands-on learning, new ideas and inspirational talks, and before carrying all that into your daily work, it’s time for some laid back moments enjoying the sun in a paradise-like white sand beach. But where…

Not your first time in Lisbon? Staying for a few extra days? Simply not a city person? Then you might be considering exploring what lies outside the city. Get ready to swap the hustle and bustle of Lisbon city centre for the peace of natural heavens and to be transported…

Updated 15 May 2023 We couldn’t have chosen a more perfect setting for UXLx. The FIL Meeting Centre is located in Parque das Nações (Nation’s Park) right in the heart of the newly renovated Lisbon Eastern Business District that overlooks the beautiful Tagus river. Since you’ll be spending some time…

Updated 21 April 2023 Are you coming to UXLx and only have one free day to do some sightseeing and visit Lisbon? Well, for you to take advantage of your full 24 hours in the city we’ve decided to share with you what to do and where to go. …

Updated 21 April 2023 Magnificently sited on seven hills running down to the grand Tagus River, Lisbon seduces anyone to pause and contemplate the view. There are several strategically-placed viewpoints or terraces at the top of each hill, where tourists and locals join to enjoy the view or simply gather…

Updated 21 April 2023 You can visit Lisbon and simply stick to the most famous monuments and museums. But if you have a curious spirit, then you’ll probably love to discover some secret spots around the city that normally don’t feature in travel guides. …

Updated 21 April 2023 Everyone loves to bring some souvenirs to their family, so here are some good places to buy gifts. Feira da Ladra Lisbon’s flea market (called thieves market) is a great destination for bargains and go treasure hunting every Saturday and Tuesday mornings. This market is next to Panteão Nacional…

Updated 21 April 2023 To run away from the urban noise, here are some gardens where you can go and appreciate the beauty of nature. Jardim da Tapada das Necessidades A beautiful and calm space where you can go and relax with your friends in Alcântara (Largo das Necessidades). Jardim da Tapada das Necessidades is…

Updated 21 April 2023 Lisbon is booming with creativity these days. So why not explore their hottest zones? Village Underground Lisboa R. 1º de Maio 103, 1300–472 Lisboa For creative people, this little “village” — Village Underground Lisboa — is a must! It’s a cultural space for creative startups and events. Here ordinary…

Updated 21 April 2023 Lisbon’s full of little gems off the beaten path. Here are a few secrets you won’t find in most tour guides. Aqueduto das Águas Livres If you go to the Alcântara valley you can’t miss the Aqueduto das Águas Livres, once the main water distribution system in Lisbon, more than…