Guidebook for Lisboa
Arts & Culture
Located in the riverside, it was strategically built to protect the kingdom’s capital in the 16th century and had a very important role in the era of Portuguese Discoveries. On Sunday mornings there is no entrance fee
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Belém-tårnet
Av. BrasíliaLocated in the riverside, it was strategically built to protect the kingdom’s capital in the 16th century and had a very important role in the era of Portuguese Discoveries. On Sunday mornings there is no entrance fee
Built as a commemoration of the safe return of Vasco da Gama from his journey to India.
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Mosteiro dos Jerónimos
Built as a commemoration of the safe return of Vasco da Gama from his journey to India.
The most recent addition to the cultural scene in Belém. Visitors can walk over the roof as the arching building was designed to be a continuation of the promenade. Entrance is free on the first Sunday of every month.
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MAAT
Avenida BrasíliaThe most recent addition to the cultural scene in Belém. Visitors can walk over the roof as the arching building was designed to be a continuation of the promenade. Entrance is free on the first Sunday of every month.
Created in 1905 by the queen D. Amélia as a way of exposing the interesting heritage of the Royal House Vehicles.
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Nasjonalmuseet for bil
136 Av. da ÍndiaCreated in 1905 by the queen D. Amélia as a way of exposing the interesting heritage of the Royal House Vehicles.
The statue in the center is in honour of Luís de Camões, an iconic portuguese 16th century poet. Located in the convergence of Bairro Alto, Chiado and Bica neighborhoods;
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Praça Luís de Camões
Praça Luís de CamõesThe statue in the center is in honour of Luís de Camões, an iconic portuguese 16th century poet. Located in the convergence of Bairro Alto, Chiado and Bica neighborhoods;
There’s a kiosk, a terrace bar called Noobai and a statue of Adamastor, a mythological monster figure. This one has a better view during sunset;
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Miradouro de Santa Catarina
There’s a kiosk, a terrace bar called Noobai and a statue of Adamastor, a mythological monster figure. This one has a better view during sunset;
During the 19th century, the whole square was paved with the typical calçada portuguesa (portuguese cobblestone pavement) which created an interesting wave-inspired effect on the floor. Don’t forget to try the very traditional A Ginjinha (Largo São Domingos, 8)- a famous portuguese liquor made of sour cherries infused in alcohol;
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Rossio Square
During the 19th century, the whole square was paved with the typical calçada portuguesa (portuguese cobblestone pavement) which created an interesting wave-inspired effect on the floor. Don’t forget to try the very traditional A Ginjinha (Largo São Domingos, 8)- a famous portuguese liquor made of sour cherries infused in alcohol;
Karmo-klosteret
27 Largo do CarmoThe grandest of the squares in Lisbon and one of the largest in Europe. Historically this was the gateway to the city, where goods from the colonies were traded;
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Praça do Comércio
Praça do ComércioThe grandest of the squares in Lisbon and one of the largest in Europe. Historically this was the gateway to the city, where goods from the colonies were traded;
Built right after the first King of Portugal – D. Afonso Henriques – conquered the city to the Moorish in 1147. It still stands as a highlight in Alfama’s landscape
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Lisboa katedral
1 Largo da SéBuilt right after the first King of Portugal – D. Afonso Henriques – conquered the city to the Moorish in 1147. It still stands as a highlight in Alfama’s landscape
Getting there requires a decent fitness level. If you’re following this itinerary, it should be a 10/15 min uphill walk from Largo das Portas do Sol.
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Castelo de S. Jorge
Rua de Santa Cruz do CasteloGetting there requires a decent fitness level. If you’re following this itinerary, it should be a 10/15 min uphill walk from Largo das Portas do Sol.
Food Scene
The confection of Belém’s Pastries began in 1837 and the recipe remains a secret and exactly the same to this day.
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Pastéis de Belém
84 R. de BelémThe confection of Belém’s Pastries began in 1837 and the recipe remains a secret and exactly the same to this day.
A recently renovated market with lots of restaurants and bars.
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Mercado da Ribeira
Rua Ribeira NovaA recently renovated market with lots of restaurants and bars.
31 d'Armada
31 Praça da ArmadaCristal
30 R. de Buenos AiresRamiro
1 Av. Alm. ReisBest seafood in town.
Tasca Do Chico
39 R. do Diário de NotíciasGaleto
14 Av. da RepúblicaOpen until very late.
Pateo 13
N°13 Calçadinha de Santo EstêvãoA Cevicheria
129 R. Dom Pedro VAtalho Real
40 Calçada da PatriarcalCafé de São Bento
212 R. de São BentoEssentials
Pingo Doce
36 R. Francisco MetrassMeu Super Infante Santo
60 Av. Infante SantoEverything Else
This miradouro faces the east and north parts of Lisbon. It’s wide, spacious and the pavement here has beautiful intricate patterns;
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Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara
Rua de São Pedro de AlcântaraThis miradouro faces the east and north parts of Lisbon. It’s wide, spacious and the pavement here has beautiful intricate patterns;
The structure was only completed in 1875 and it contains several intricate marble sculptures of historical Portuguese figures. From the top you can expect amazing 360° views of downtown Lisbon, including Alfama, São Jorge Castle, Carmo Convent, the river and the Comércio Square;
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Augustusbuen
2 R. AugustaThe structure was only completed in 1875 and it contains several intricate marble sculptures of historical Portuguese figures. From the top you can expect amazing 360° views of downtown Lisbon, including Alfama, São Jorge Castle, Carmo Convent, the river and the Comércio Square;
Getting Around
Elevador da Baixa
3 Largo Chão do LoureiroConnects the Rua de São Paulo with Calçada do Combro.
Parks & Nature
From there you can see a large part of the city put into perspective with vivid green labyrinthine gardens and with the river Tejo as a backdrop;
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Eduardo VII-parken
From there you can see a large part of the city put into perspective with vivid green labyrinthine gardens and with the river Tejo as a backdrop;
Costa Da Caparica
10/12 Praça de 9 de JulhoShopping
Between Parque Eduarde VII and Baixa, this is the city’s most exclusive shopping avenue. You’ll find a lot of cafés with outdoor sitting - the perfect spot for a quick coffee break;
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Avenida da Liberdade
Avenida da LiberdadeBetween Parque Eduarde VII and Baixa, this is the city’s most exclusive shopping avenue. You’ll find a lot of cafés with outdoor sitting - the perfect spot for a quick coffee break;