Friday - Lisbon
Struggled out of our sick-beds determined not to waste our last day in Lisbon. Hopefully the dreadful bug will go away soon, either that or the city will soon run out of tissues.
The Lisbon metro is wonderful and cheap, less than 4€ for an all-day, all transport pass.
So down town to Alfama, the Se cathedral and then on to the castle.
Wandering around the ruins of the old castle and along the battlements was very enjoyable, with great views
over the whole city. There was a sort of market of local arts & crafts in the grounds which was fun, always good to find a way to spend the euros!
Getting a bit lost in the Alfama area was easy, it is a very old part of the city with very narrow laneways that basically all look the same, it took us quite a while to find our way back to the main part of the city. Locals have been very friendly and helpful wherever we have been.
Saturday
An easy and cheap (21€ per person) train trip to Porto and then another quick metro trip to our hotel.
A lovely dinner at our hotel and now busy planning tomorrows excursions to get the most from our few days here at Porto.
We are hoping to get a first hand taste of some of the regions famous wines.
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