Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal is one of the ideal destinations for international students for higher education. In every session, students from around the world like to enroll in the universities and colleges in Lisbon.
Apart from studying, students also like to explore Lisbon to the fullest. In fact, they have enough time to know about the city during their years of studies, which last for two or three years.
Here, you will read about the things that students can enjoy during their years of study. You can consider it as an ultimate city guide for Lisbon.
Fun Things to Do in Lisbon for Students
#1. Oceanário de Lisboa
Oceanário de Lisboa or Lisbon Oceanarium is considered one of the finest museums in Europe as well as one of the largest in the world. It is the most family-oriented plus a wonderful place to be visited by the students.
It was designed by Peter Chermayeff and is home to a stunning array of fish and marine animals. They also include dozens of various species of birds. In an area now known as Parque das Nações, it was built for the Expo 98 World Exposition. This aquarium has an ingenious layout that represents four separate seas.
#2. Museums
Lisbon has some wonderful museums that you can visit with your classmates or the co-residents of student accommodation Lisbon.
If you want to see a priceless collection of Western and Eastern art, the museum named “Museu Calouste Gulbenkian” is a perfect place for you to visit. In Gulbenkian’s astonishing hoard, you can find artworks from around the world. These artworks span 4000 years and you find the pieces from ancient Egyptian times to the late 20th century.
Another museum in Lisbon is Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, which is the national museum of ancient art. It is one of the great cultural attractions and a “must-see” place. It is Portugal’s national gallery where you can find the biggest collections of paintings of the 15th and 16th centuries in the country. You can find an equally impressive display of African, Oriental, and European art.
Museu do Oriente is one more astonishing museum in Lisbon that is meant to showcase Portugal’s presence in Asia and the Far East. There is a permanent exhibition here which is set over two levels. Besides, they are grouped around many core areas of oriental art, specifically Chinese. They are displayed under the subdued lighting but the individual pieces can be seen under the pinpoint spotlight. Through this collection, you are taken on an incredible journey of the cultural trade links forged between Portugal and Japan, India, Myanmar, Timor, and Macau.
#3. Lisbon Boat Parties
Lisbon boat parties provide the best experiences to students and other visitors. Such parties may be the most memorable things when you will go back to your home country after completing your education in Lisbon. You get an ultimate party experience in the proximity of nature. At the boat party, you get drinks, beautiful sightseeing, the possibility to enjoy a privileged sunset, and more. You also get a live DJ.
You need to buy tickets for parties in sailing boats, catamarans, and premium catamarans. You may also get free entrances to one of the best nightclubs in Lisbon.
Free Things to Do in Lisbon for Students
Students can also enjoy certain free things in Lisbon. These free things may help them in reducing their cost of living in Lisbon. Here are some of the free things that you can do in Lisbon.
#1. Miradouros
If we do the rough translation of “Miradouros”, it can be translated to “viewpoint”. It is pretty a terrace, which is specially built to let the visitors sit, relax, and take in the entire city or most of its part.
There are many such Miradouros in Lisbon. Some perfect examples of Miradouros are Miradouro de Sao Pedro de Alcantara, Miradouro Das Portas Do Sol, St George’s Castle, Miradouro da Nossa Senhora do Monte, Miradouro de Santa Luzia, Santa Justa Elevator, Miradouro de Santa Catarina, Vasco da Gama Tower, and some others.
#2. Fado Shows
Fado is a traditional music style of Lisbon and Fado shows are also widely popular among visitors and native people. Some Fado shows may also be free things to do for students.
#3. Free Lisbon Walking Tour
Free Lisbon walking tours are also very popular and are one of the best things to do for students. On these tours, you can enjoy history, free tastings, visits to neighborhoods, and more.
Summing Up
Mentioned above are a few fun things to do in Lisbon, some of which are free, and for some others, you may have to buy tickets. For sure, staying in Lisbon will be an amazing experience for you.