In January Food & Wine magazine, an international publication of American Express, elected the most romantic cities in the world and among them is our beautiful capital, Lisbon.

Lisbon is among the 10 most romantic cities in the world, sharing this award with Paris, San Francisco and Prague.

“Glorious old buildings, new restaurants, clothing stores and museums that have made the city one of the most exciting cultural destinations” make Lisbon the 8th most romantic city in the world.

Food & Wine magazine also suggests to stay the Bairro Alto Hotel, located in the heart of the city. Bairro Alto Hotel is considered the first contemporary boutique hotel in Lisbon. For a taste of local cuisine, they recommend the 560 Restaurant, which pays tribute to simple Portuguese dishes such as octopus and farinheira, reinterpreting them in inspired ways.

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