Lisbon

Located on the banks of the River Tagus and set on seven spectacular hills, a mention of Lisbon holidays will no doubt evoke images of winding cobbled alleys, sunny yellow trams, beautifully preserved ruins and cliffs embroidered with umber-roofed whitewashed and pastel-hued houses. Climb up to the medieval Castelo de São Jorge through the pretty Alfama district for great city views or travel uphill via one of the city's famous lifts and funiculars. Spend a warm summer day tucking into Portuguese fare in downtown Baixa, or discovering the imposing Belem tower.