Lisbon is the only European capital located so close to sandy beaches, enabling visitors to combine culture with fun by the title presents great tips for exploring on your own, such as advice on streets with excellent Fado clubs and where you can search out local ginjinha (cherry brandy) shops. Neighbourhood walking tours take readers to lesser known corners of the city to help visitors make the most of a short break. Interviews with local personalities reveal the contemporary character of the city.