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Looking to explore the beautiful country of Portugal, but not willing to break the bank? Lisbon has several affordable activities, including the four below that, are all under 100 euros per person!

Sunset and Wine Sailing Tour Put on by the company, Rent a Boat, this sunset and wine cruise is a 2-hour journey. Witness a gorgeous, vibrant sunset over the water as you sail past some of Lisbon’s coolest architecture, including Belém Tower and other monuments. As you sip on all types of Portuguese wine and take in the scenery, the skipper of the boat, the sea captain, will be giving commentary on the sites. This tour starts at 40 euros per person and further information on all the tours they offer can be found on their website.

Photo by: Manganganath/123rf.com - The famous Pasteis de Belem, Egg Custard Tart, pastry shop in Lisbon

Private Tapas Tour A vital part of experiencing the Portuguese culture is tasting the delicious food. This private tapas tour is a 3-hour excursion around Lisbon guided by a knowledgeable local. Guests will visit two to three restaurants and listen to traditional music known as Fado. This tour allows you to experience Lisbon as the locals do and starts at a low price of around 30 euros. Get your tickets on their site fast, because tours tend to sell out quickly!

Museo Colecao Berardo If you are a fan of art, then you must visit the Museo Colecao Berardo. This museum offers exhibits aimed at all ages and tickets are only 5 euros per person! They pride themselves on having a wide variety of art from artists of different cultural backgrounds. Pieces by popular artists such as Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol and Pablo Picasso line the walls of the galleries. The goal of the museum is to make incredible art accessible to the public. For more information on tickets and the offered exhibits, visit the museum’s webpage.

Portuguese custard pies

Lisbon Surf Experience Get outdoors and work on your surfing skills with the company Get Stoked! Whether you are a beginner who has never surfed before, or a pro looking to further your skills, this company has someone to assist you. Tickets run between 30 and 60 euros per person and include a surfing trip with a small group, a guide, finding secret surfing spots, surfing lessons and surfing equipment is also included. To see all the tours that Get Stoked has to offer and get your tickets, visit their webpage.

If you participate in these outings, you are sure to experience all that Lisbon has to offer with the help of friendly locals and save a penny or two!

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