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Lisbon in November 2025

Lisbon in November is for those who like their cities moody but still mild. The summer crowds thin, giving you room to breathe in Alfama’s alleys or along the waterfront. Chestnut carts line the streets, and you’ll catch autumn’s golden tones along miradouros. Time your visits to museums and attractions early in the day—many close by 5 or 6 pm.

Lisbon in November 2025 at a glance

🌦️ Weather

15–19°C / 59–66°F; expect mild temps and short rain bursts

☀️ Daylight

10 h; sunrise 7:15 am, sunset 5:15 pm

🎉 Key events

Web Summit, Lisboa Games Week, Super Bock em Stock

👥 Crowds

Low—fewer tourists, mostly locals at events

🧳 What to pack

Light jacket, umbrella, walking shoes, scarf

🍴 Seasonal treats

Roasted chestnuts, bacalhau com natas, jeropiga wine

How November compares

CategoryOctoberNovemberDecember

Weather

Warmer, drier

Cooler, with short rains

Chilly, occasional wind

Crowds & vibe

Busy with fall visitors

Calmer, more local energy

Holiday buzz starts

Key events

OutJazz, Lisbon Marathon

Web Summit, music fests

Christmas markets, concerts

Best for

Outdoor lovers, runners

Culture fans, slow travelers

Holiday shoppers, light seekers

Book early?

Yes, for major events

Only for Web Summit attendees

Yes, near holidays

Transport notes

Trams busy, ferries regular

Normal schedules

Holiday changes late-month

Budget

Moderate

Cheaper flights and hotels

Prices rise mid-December

Top things to do in Lisbon in November

Ride Tram 28 through the city

  • When: Daily
  • Tags: Tour, Cultural experience

November’s cooler air makes this winding ride through Alfama and Bairro Alto extra cozy. Sit on the right for best views of tiled facades and hills. Start early to avoid local rush hour.

Recommended experiences:

  • Lisbon Hills Tramcar Tour

Explore Jerónimos Monastery

  • When: Open Tuesday–Sunday
  • Tags: Cultural experience, Tour

Fewer tourists mean quiet cloisters and time to marvel at Manueline details. The cool stone interiors feel perfect on a gray Lisbon day. Last entry: 5 pm.

Recommended experiences:

  • Jerónimos Monastery Entry Tickets
  • Jerónimos Monastery Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
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Catch sunset from Miradouro da Senhora do Monte

  • When: Clear evenings
  • Tags: Outdoors, Explorer

November skies often break into dramatic pinks before early nightfall. This viewpoint’s panoramic views and small crowd size make it a favorite among locals for autumn sunsets.

Visit MAAT & stroll the waterfront

  • When: Open Wednesday–Monday
  • Tags: Cultural experience, Tour

The Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology offers exhibits and rooftop views. Bundle up for a post-museum walk along the Tagus. Check for exhibit cutoff times (~5:30 pm).

Recommended experiences:

  • MAAT Gallery and MAAT Central Entry Tickets
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Snack on roasted chestnuts at Rossio

  • When: Mid-November onward
  • Tags: Seasonal, Family-friendly

Street vendors sell piping hot castanhas assadas wrapped in paper. Grab a bag and watch locals mingle in this lively square. A true Lisbon-in-November scent

Take a Fado dinner tour in Alfama

  • When: Evenings
  • Tags: Cultural experience, Tour

Book a dinner experience at a traditional Fado house. November evenings are chilly—this is your warm, moody dose of saudade with wine and codfish.

Wander LX Factory’s Sunday market

  • When: Sundays
  • Tags: Explorer, Outdoors

Local makers, used books, warm pastries. LX Factory’s urban renewal vibe pops in fall light. Arrive around 11 am for the freshest stalls and relaxed browsing.

Ride the Elevador da Bica

  • When: Daily
  • Tags: Family-friendly, Tour

This funicular climbs one of Lisbon’s steepest hills. The contrast of yellow tram and misty rooftops makes for fantastic photos in fall’s soft light.

Offbeat experiences in November

Sip jeropiga in Mouraria

Sweet wine & roasted chestnuts.

São Martinho’s Day (Nov 11) signals the arrival of jeropiga season—a fortified wine locals pair with roasted chestnuts on cold evenings. In Mouraria’s tascas, you’ll find the tradition alive with neighbors gathering over small glasses, swapping stories, and warming their hands on paper cones of chestnuts. It’s seasonal, social, and distinctly Portuguese.
📍Where: Tasca do Chico, Mouraria

Explore the Thieves’ Market (Feira da Ladra)

Lisbon’s quirkiest flea market.

Every Tuesday and Saturday, Campo de Santa Clara fills with tables stacked with antiques, old records, books, porcelain, and the occasional odd treasure. It’s part bargain hunt, part cultural dive into Lisbon’s past. November mornings are cooler and less crowded, making it easier to browse. Arrive early, since the best pieces disappear quickly.
📍Where: Campo de Santa Clara

Visit Lisbon’s Puppet Museum

Whimsical on a rainy day.

Housed in a former convent, the Museu da Marioneta displays puppets from Portugal and far-flung corners of the world—some charming, others slightly eerie. Exhibits include traditional Portuguese masks, Asian shadow puppets, and contemporary creations. With fewer visitors in November, you’ll have quiet rooms to yourself and time to appreciate the playful artistry.
📍Where: Museu da Marioneta, Rua da Esperança 146

Climb the rooftop of Arco da Rua Augusta

Skyline without the crowds.

This triumphal arch in Baixa offers sweeping views over Praça do Comércio, the Tagus River, and Lisbon’s tiled rooftops. November brings softer light and smaller crowds, so you can linger without feeling rushed. Time your climb before 5 pm to catch golden light brushing the city before early sunsets.
📍Where: Rua Augusta Arch, Baixa

Catch indie cinema at Cinemateca Portuguesa

Classic films in cozy halls.

Lisbon’s Cinemateca Portuguesa is a haven for film lovers, screening restored classics, indie gems, and retrospectives in an intimate setting. November’s gray afternoons make it perfect for ducking inside, where the velvet-seated theater and scent of old film reels create a nostalgic mood. International subtitles are common—check listings before you go.
📍Where: Rua Barata Salgueiro 39

Festivals and events in Lisbon this November 2025

EventDatesEvent TypeLocationWhat to expect

Web Summit

3–6 Nov 2025

Conference

Altice Arena

One of Europe’s biggest tech gatherings. Book hotels early—rooms near Oriente Station sell out quickly.

Super Bock em Stock

21–22 Nov 2025

Music Festival

Avenida da Liberdade venues

Hundreds of rising acts perform across theaters and clubs. One wristband grants full venue access.

Lisboa Games Week

14–17 Nov 2025

Exhibition

FIL Exhibition Centre

Gaming demos, esports, and panels. Popular event—tickets and bundles often sell out fast.

São Martinho Day

11 Nov 2025

Cultural Festival

Various neighborhoods

Traditional celebration with roasted chestnuts and jeropiga. Alfama and Mouraria host the liveliest gatherings.

Outono Clássico

Ongoing through Nov 2025

Classical Music Festival

Gulbenkian Foundation

Chamber music, orchestras, and soloists. Concerts often align with cozy rainy evenings.

Highlights for different traveler types

Culture vultures

  • Explore Calouste Gulbenkian Museum’s quieter galleries.
  • Attend a Portuguese guitar concert at Museu do Fado.
  • Join a walking tour of Jewish Lisbon and hidden historical layers.

Couples

  • Watch the sun set early from Miradouro de Santa Catarina.
  • Cozy up with vinho quente in a Chiado wine bar.
  • Take a rainy tram ride followed by Fado dinner.

Value hunters

  • November hotel rates drop 20–30% compared to summer.
  • Visit major museums with combo tickets (e.g., MAAT + Electricity Museum).
  • Enjoy prix fixe lunch menus at local tascas.

Solo wanderers

  • Browse Feira da Ladra with no schedule.
  • Ride Tram 28 early for a calm, scenic loop.
  • Journal with coffee and chestnuts near Largo do Carmo.

Your perfect 3-day Lisbon in November itinerary

  • Morning: Wander Alfama’s alleys from the Sé Cathedral to the Portas do Sol lookout.
  • Breakfast: Coffee and pastel de nata at Pois Café near Sé.
  • Midday: Visit the Museu do Fado. and take the self-guided audio tour.
  • Lunch: Traditional bacalhau dishes at Santo António de Alfama.
  • Afternoon: Ride Tram 28 through Bairro Alto.
  • Evening: Book a Fado dinner at Mesa de Frades (last seating ~9 pm).
  • Morning: Start at Jerónimos Monastery —arrive at 10 am to beat school groups.
  • Breakfast: Toast and galao at Pastéis de Belém.
  • Midday: Explore MAAT museum and rooftop views of the Tagus.
  • Lunch: Try local petiscos at O Frade in Belém.
  • Afternoon: Walk riverside to LX Factory; browse indie shops.
  • Evening: Watch the sunset from Arco da Rua Augusta, then grab tapas in Chiado.
  • Morning: Browse Feira da Ladra if dry; else head to Cinemateca Portuguesa.
  • Breakfast: Brioche and espresso at Fabrica Coffee Roasters.
  • Midday: Tour Calouste Gulbenkian Museum’s modern wing.
  • Lunch: Enjoy soup and vinho verde at Restaurante Laurentina.
  • Afternoon: Visit the Puppet Museum or sip jeropiga in Mouraria.
  • Evening: Catch a classical concert at Gulbenkian Foundation.

Best day trips from Lisbon in November

Sintra

🚆 Travel time: ~45 min by train

Fewer tourists make palaces like Pena and Quinta da Regaleira even more magical. Bring a raincoat—Sintra’s mist adds atmosphere, but it's often damp.

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Cascais

🚆 Travel time: ~40 min by coastal train

November winds whip the Atlantic, but seafood restaurants stay open and trails near Boca do Inferno are quiet. Wear layers—it’s breezy.

Évora

🚗 Travel time: ~90 min by car

Explore Roman ruins, bone chapel, and Alentejo cuisine. Fall colors and fewer crowds make this UNESCO city ideal for a crisp day of wandering.

Arrábida Natural Park

🚗 Travel time: ~1 h by car

Clear fall days = fantastic coastal views and light hiking. Some beaches stay walkable in boots. Avoid after rain—trails can be muddy.

Shopping in Lisbon in November

Lisbon’s best-known flea market offers everything from vintage ceramics to retro electronics. November is quieter—easier to haggle and browse.

This Moorish palace-turned-boutique mall sells local designer goods, from sustainable fashion to handcrafted soap. Perfect for early holiday gift shopping.

Beautifully packaged Portuguese-made products—soaps, preserves, sardine tins, notebooks—ideal for souvenirs that don’t scream tourist.

One of Lisbon’s most atmospheric bookshops, with floor-to-ceiling shelves and a flying bicycle. Grab a Portuguese novel or art zine.

Pro tips for visiting Lisbon in September

1. Pack waterproof shoes—November is Lisbon’s rainiest month. Cobblestone sidewalks get slick; sturdy soles beat stylish flats.

2. Dodge Web Summit chaos by avoiding November 10–13 unless attending. Hotel rates triple, Ubers surge, and metro stations near the venue are jammed.

3. Ride Tram 28 before 9 am or after 7 pm to skip peak crowds. Wet weather actually thins the tourist load—use it to your advantage.

4. Crave chestnuts? Street vendors pop up after Nov 1. Look for wood-fired carts near Praça da Figueira or Rossio and eat them hot with a view.

6. Avoid Alfama hills on rainy days. Cobblestones + steep inclines = wipeout risk. Opt for indoor spots like the Tile Museum instead.

  1. Bring a backup battery. Rain often interferes with outdoor plans, so you’ll burn phone charge navigating indoor alternatives.

  2. Smaller restaurants may close for annual breaks starting mid-Nov. Always call or check Google Maps hours before trekking over.

  3. Catch sunsets early. Lisbon gets ~10 hours of daylight—plan your miradouro visits by 5 pm for golden-hour views without crowds.

  4. Skip queue stress. With few tourists, you can often walk into Jerónimos Monastery or the Oceanário without a ticket—just go early on weekends.

  5. Take advantage of hotel promos. Outside of Web Summit week, many 4-stars drop below €100/night with perks like breakfast or spa credits.

Frequently asked questions about visiting Lisbonin September

Yes—expect short showers and gray skies, but rarely all-day rain.