Hey fellow wanderers! Just got back from a fabulous weekend in Lisbon with the kiddos, and boy are my feet tired! But every step was worth it. Lisbon is a city that's got it all - history, hip hangouts, and the best grilled sardines. And guess what? My kids ate them, and yours might too!

We started our trip at Belém TowerBelém TowerAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip. Everyone told me it was a must-visit, and they weren't wrong. My little history buffs loved exploring this UNESCO World Heritage site, and it was a great way to kick off our Lisbon adventure. Next up, we hopped on one of Lisbon's iconic trams for a ride up to AlfamaAlfamaAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip. Here, we got lost in the maze of narrow streets, and even stumbled upon a local flea market. Score!

Food, as you know, is always a priority in our travels. We had lunch at Cervejaria RamiroCervejaria RamiroAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip. I mean, how can you say no to a platter of fresh seafood while in a coastal city, right? And for dinner, we got adventurous at BelcantoBelcantoAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip - two Michelin stars and a kid-friendly staff. Yes, it's possible!

Now, the kids get tired early but hubby and I had a sneaky plan. We booked a trusted babysitter through a local agency, tucked the kids in at our Airbnb, and headed out to Pensão AmorPensão AmorAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip for a few drinks. This quirky bar used to be a brothel, and its eclectic decor pays homage to its colorful past.

On day two, we visited Lx FactoryLx FactoryAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip, a creative hub with shops, restaurants, and street art. We even found a bookstore with a flying bicycle! Hubby and I managed to squeeze in a quick workout at the on-site gym while the kids were at a puppet show.

For our last morning, we had breakfast at Pasteis de BelémPasteis de BelémAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip. These egg tarts are the real deal, and the perfect way to say adeus to Lisbon.

Hotels:

• Best Trendy Hotel: Memmo Alfama HotelMemmo Alfama HotelAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip
• Best Luxury Boutique Hotel: Santiago de AlfamaSantiago de AlfamaAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip
• Best Budget Boutique Hotel: The Independente Hostel & SuitesThe Independente Hostel & SuitesAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip
• Best BonVoy Hotel: Lisbon Marriott HotelLisbon Marriott HotelAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip
• Best Hyatt Hotel: N/A
• Best Hilton Hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton LisbonDoubleTree by Hilton LisbonAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip

Favorite Restaurants:

• Cervejaria RamiroCervejaria RamiroAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip
• BelcantoBelcantoAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip
• Pasteis de BelémPasteis de BelémAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip

Favorite Coffee Shops:

• Fabrica Coffee RoastersFabrica Coffee RoastersAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip
• Hello, KristofHello, KristofAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip

Favorite Attractions:

• Belém TowerBelém TowerAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip
• AlfamaAlfamaAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip
• Lx FactoryLx FactoryAdd to Bucket ListAdd to Trip