Guidebook for Lisbon
Food Scene
Good restaurant oozing atmosphere and many (in)famous patrons. Reasonable food, good service in a romantic location. Stick to fish for a safe option. (Short walk from flat)
Largo de São Miguel
Largo de São MiguelGood restaurant oozing atmosphere and many (in)famous patrons. Reasonable food, good service in a romantic location. Stick to fish for a safe option. (Short walk from flat)
Good views, friendly staff, limited but tasty menu and a perfect place to grab some late night drinks. You can safely stumble home in less than a couple minutes. (Short walk from flat)
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Chapitô à Mesa
7 Costa do CasteloGood views, friendly staff, limited but tasty menu and a perfect place to grab some late night drinks. You can safely stumble home in less than a couple minutes. (Short walk from flat)
Good for a lazy lunch, right next to the Opera House, has a pleasant al fresco dining area. Sip your glass of vinho verde and watch the trams roll by... (Metro: Chiado or Tram: 28)
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Café No Chiado
10 a Largo PicadeiroGood for a lazy lunch, right next to the Opera House, has a pleasant al fresco dining area. Sip your glass of vinho verde and watch the trams roll by... (Metro: Chiado or Tram: 28)
One of our favorites. Hearty food where the locals go for dinner. Highly recommended. Medium price range. (Bairro Alto, Tram: 28)
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Tasca do Manel
24 R. da BarrocaOne of our favorites. Hearty food where the locals go for dinner. Highly recommended. Medium price range. (Bairro Alto, Tram: 28)
Good food, great atmosphere but not cheap. Recommended. (Bairro Alto, Tram: 28)
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Restaurante Bota Alta
37 Tv. da QueimadaGood food, great atmosphere but not cheap. Recommended. (Bairro Alto, Tram: 28)
Tram 15 from Comercio Square. Alight at Calvario. Rail Underpass at Alcantara Mar Railway station. Great selection of restaurants in the marina and a fantastic view of our bridge. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio to Calvário)
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Doca de Santo
Tram 15 from Comercio Square. Alight at Calvario. Rail Underpass at Alcantara Mar Railway station. Great selection of restaurants in the marina and a fantastic view of our bridge. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio to Calvário)
An institution among the bohemians, artists and poets in the 1920s and 30s. Interesting period decoration. Great for a cuppa outdoors and watching the world go by. (Metro: Chiado or Tram 28 towards Prazeres, get off Chiado)
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1. Café A Brasileira
122 R. GarrettAn institution among the bohemians, artists and poets in the 1920s and 30s. Interesting period decoration. Great for a cuppa outdoors and watching the world go by. (Metro: Chiado or Tram 28 towards Prazeres, get off Chiado)
One of Lisbon's more popular cafes with wonderful art nouveaux interiors in LIsbon's most charming square. Great for a coffee or even some lunch. (Rossio or a short walk)
Café Nicola
One of Lisbon's more popular cafes with wonderful art nouveaux interiors in LIsbon's most charming square. Great for a coffee or even some lunch. (Rossio or a short walk)
Pick up a typical Portuguese custard tart here. Very popular and fresh out the oven. This is where they were first created by a group of bored nuns. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio to Belém)
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Pastel de Belém
84 R. de BelémPick up a typical Portuguese custard tart here. Very popular and fresh out the oven. This is where they were first created by a group of bored nuns. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio to Belém)
Just to the right of Santa Catarina lookout, this great little bar serves food with great views over the river and the city. Great for a lazy afternoon in the company of a book. (Tram: 28 towards Prazeres, get off at Bica)
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Noobai
Just to the right of Santa Catarina lookout, this great little bar serves food with great views over the river and the city. Great for a lazy afternoon in the company of a book. (Tram: 28 towards Prazeres, get off at Bica)
The best place for Lazy Sunday Brunch in Lisbon. This place oozes coolness and character. (Bairro Alto, Elevador da Gloria)
R. de São Pedro de Alcântara 81
81 Rua de São Pedro de AlcântaraThe best place for Lazy Sunday Brunch in Lisbon. This place oozes coolness and character. (Bairro Alto, Elevador da Gloria)
This swish 'n swanky Gin Bar is just around the corner. They serve excellent food and you can literally stumble home. It sits next to the 15th century 'Casa dos Bicos'. (Short walk)
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Taberna Moderna
18A Rua dos BacalhoeirosThis swish 'n swanky Gin Bar is just around the corner. They serve excellent food and you can literally stumble home. It sits next to the 15th century 'Casa dos Bicos'. (Short walk)
One of 3 restaurants in Lisbon with a Michelin Star! Be prepared, the Chef, José Avilez will take your tastebuds on a journey. (Metro: Chiado, Tram: 28)
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Belcanto
10A R. Serpa PintoOne of 3 restaurants in Lisbon with a Michelin Star! Be prepared, the Chef, José Avilez will take your tastebuds on a journey. (Metro: Chiado, Tram: 28)
Gastronomical delight from the same chef that brought you Michelin starred Belcanto. Beautifully decorated with an exceptional menu. Expect to pay accordingly. (Metro: Chiado, Tram: 28)
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Cantinho do Avillez
7 R. Duques de BragançaGastronomical delight from the same chef that brought you Michelin starred Belcanto. Beautifully decorated with an exceptional menu. Expect to pay accordingly. (Metro: Chiado, Tram: 28)
Fine wines and gourmet food just around the corner from the apartment. (Short walk from flat)
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Fine wines and gourmet food just around the corner from the apartment. (Short walk from flat)
There is only one place to go for seafood. Here the seafood is so fresh it swims its way to your plate. Av. Almirante Reis nº1 - H (Metro: Intendente)
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Ramiro
1 Av. Alm. ReisThere is only one place to go for seafood. Here the seafood is so fresh it swims its way to your plate. Av. Almirante Reis nº1 - H (Metro: Intendente)
Lisbon's newly renovated gourmet food market. Fantastic place to grab some quality portuguese fast food or to shop for fresh supplies. Open till late and not to be missed for foodies.
Frutos Secos no Mercado
50,1200 R. Ribeira NovaLisbon's newly renovated gourmet food market. Fantastic place to grab some quality portuguese fast food or to shop for fresh supplies. Open till late and not to be missed for foodies.
This is the number 1 restaurante in Lisbon. Hands down. Friendly family service in a non-tourist area of town, serving locals and character for over 30 years. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio to Calvário + short walk)
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Solar dos Nunes
68 R. dos LusíadasThis is the number 1 restaurante in Lisbon. Hands down. Friendly family service in a non-tourist area of town, serving locals and character for over 30 years. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio to Calvário + short walk)
Great new neighbourhood restaurant just a short walk away with excellent critical reviews and a lively atmosphere. Pop int Taberna Moderna a few doors away for pre or post dinner gin.
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Maria Catita
30 Rua dos BacalhoeirosGreat new neighbourhood restaurant just a short walk away with excellent critical reviews and a lively atmosphere. Pop int Taberna Moderna a few doors away for pre or post dinner gin.
Tired of Portuguese food? Try Qosqo for a taste of exotic Peruvian cuisine with friendly service and affordable prices. A short 5 minute walk away from the apartment.
Qosqo
26A Rua dos BacalhoeirosTired of Portuguese food? Try Qosqo for a taste of exotic Peruvian cuisine with friendly service and affordable prices. A short 5 minute walk away from the apartment.
Okay, so you have lots of time on your hands. Go to Cais do Sodré ferry and catch the shuttle to Cacilhas (about 15 minutes). The boat will cross the Tagus giving you a pretty awsome view of the city. Once on the other side, take a short walk along the river until you get to this great typical seafood joint. The views are well worth the trip.
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Atira-te ao Rio
69 R. do GinjalOkay, so you have lots of time on your hands. Go to Cais do Sodré ferry and catch the shuttle to Cacilhas (about 15 minutes). The boat will cross the Tagus giving you a pretty awsome view of the city. Once on the other side, take a short walk along the river until you get to this great typical seafood joint. The views are well worth the trip.
Unpretentious authentic family seafood restaurant in the Belém area. The non-tourist trap option. Also has good meaty options and an excellent selection of wines. Mid-ranged. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio towards Algés and get off at CCB)
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Nunes Real
172 R. Bartolomeu DiasUnpretentious authentic family seafood restaurant in the Belém area. The non-tourist trap option. Also has good meaty options and an excellent selection of wines. Mid-ranged. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio towards Algés and get off at CCB)
Food with a view. Stay on for late night drink, music and a great atmosphere. Mid-ranged. Outdoor terraces and fab views over the Bridge and river. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio towards Algés or Belém and get off at Calvário)
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Rio Maravilha
103 R. Rodrigues de FariaFood with a view. Stay on for late night drink, music and a great atmosphere. Mid-ranged. Outdoor terraces and fab views over the Bridge and river. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio towards Algés or Belém and get off at Calvário)
A riverside Lisbon institution with great views over the river with al fresco options. Around 20 years old and still THE place to be seen and star spot. Owned by John Malkovich and a regular haunt of Cristiano Ronaldo. Expensive. (Metro: Santa Apolónia or a 20 minute walk)
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Bica do Sapato
Av. Infante Dom Henrique Armazém B, Cais da Pedra, Santa ApolóniaA riverside Lisbon institution with great views over the river with al fresco options. Around 20 years old and still THE place to be seen and star spot. Owned by John Malkovich and a regular haunt of Cristiano Ronaldo. Expensive. (Metro: Santa Apolónia or a 20 minute walk)
Drinks & Nightlife
The Metrosexual place to go after 2 AM for a dance. Can get really crowded. (Bairro Alto, Tram: 28)
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Fragil
126 R. da AtalaiaThe Metrosexual place to go after 2 AM for a dance. Can get really crowded. (Bairro Alto, Tram: 28)
My favourite bar in Lisbon in years gone by. Friendly, lively and has great music. Quieter during the week. (Bairro Alto, Tram: 28)
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Portas Largas
105 R. da AtalaiaMy favourite bar in Lisbon in years gone by. Friendly, lively and has great music. Quieter during the week. (Bairro Alto, Tram: 28)
Regular haunt of journalists, creatives and cultured set. (Bairro Alto, Tram: 28)
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Majong
3 R. da AtalaiaRegular haunt of journalists, creatives and cultured set. (Bairro Alto, Tram: 28)
Huge, riverside club to go for cool music and a dance. Next door to Bica do Sapato (see restaurants) if you want to combine with dinner. Walkable to and from the apartment. (Metro: Santa Apolónia but you can also walk from the apartment in 20 minutes)
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Bica do Sapato
Av. Infante Dom Henrique Armazém B, Cais da Pedra, Santa ApolóniaHuge, riverside club to go for cool music and a dance. Next door to Bica do Sapato (see restaurants) if you want to combine with dinner. Walkable to and from the apartment. (Metro: Santa Apolónia but you can also walk from the apartment in 20 minutes)
Clube de Fado
94 R. de São João da PraçaTo listen to women wail to Fado, this is your hang out.
The Bica funicular and the neighbourhood it crosses is a typical Lisbon Scene... and a lively place at night to grab a drink just a short walk from Bairro Alto, its more mature elder sister (Tram: 28 towards Prazeres, get off at Bica)
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Elevador da Baixa
3 Largo Chão do LoureiroThe Bica funicular and the neighbourhood it crosses is a typical Lisbon Scene... and a lively place at night to grab a drink just a short walk from Bairro Alto, its more mature elder sister (Tram: 28 towards Prazeres, get off at Bica)
In a street full of bars and clubs (Pensão Amor and Bar da Velha Senhora are worth a visit too), Jamaica is a classic. (Metro Cais do Sodré, Tram 15, Short walk)
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Jamaica
1 R. Nova do CarvalhoIn a street full of bars and clubs (Pensão Amor and Bar da Velha Senhora are worth a visit too), Jamaica is a classic. (Metro Cais do Sodré, Tram 15, Short walk)
Fishing shop turned into bar, in this recently trendy area of Lisbon. (Metro Cais do Sodré, Tram 15, Short walk)
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Sol e Pesca
44 R. Nova do CarvalhoFishing shop turned into bar, in this recently trendy area of Lisbon. (Metro Cais do Sodré, Tram 15, Short walk)
In the heart of Bairro Alto, this is a great bar to have a drink or just hang out on the street and watch the world go by. (Bairro Alto)
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Maria Caxuxa
12 R. da BarrocaIn the heart of Bairro Alto, this is a great bar to have a drink or just hang out on the street and watch the world go by. (Bairro Alto)
This ex-brothel for sailors and the like, is perhaps one of the most popular places to go for a drink at the moment. Lively atmosphere, crowded and full of nooks and crannies. Enter from Rua Nova do Carvalho (Pink street) A short 15 minute walk.
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Pensao Amor
19 R. do AlecrimThis ex-brothel for sailors and the like, is perhaps one of the most popular places to go for a drink at the moment. Lively atmosphere, crowded and full of nooks and crannies. Enter from Rua Nova do Carvalho (Pink street) A short 15 minute walk.
Arts & Culture
Large arts centre. Concert hall and musem of contemporary art as well as temporary exhibitions. Houses the Coleção Berardo of contemporary art. (Tram: 15 from Praça Comércio to Belém)
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Centro Cultural de Belém
Praça do ImpérioLarge arts centre. Concert hall and musem of contemporary art as well as temporary exhibitions. Houses the Coleção Berardo of contemporary art. (Tram: 15 from Praça Comércio to Belém)
The National Theater. This is the site of the old medieval hospital and where public executions would take place. Unless you speak portuguese, probably quite useless...
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Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II
Praça Dom Pedro IVThe National Theater. This is the site of the old medieval hospital and where public executions would take place. Unless you speak portuguese, probably quite useless...
The Gulbenkian Modern Art Musem is a fantastic art collection including some exquisit Renée Lalique Art Nouveau jewellery. Peaceful tranquil gardens and a good cantine. (Metro: São Sebastião)
Centro De Arte Moderna Jose De Azeredo Perdigao
The Gulbenkian Modern Art Musem is a fantastic art collection including some exquisit Renée Lalique Art Nouveau jewellery. Peaceful tranquil gardens and a good cantine. (Metro: São Sebastião)
The place to see modern and contemporary dance. (Metro: Oriente)
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Theatre Camões
Passeio NeptunoThe place to see modern and contemporary dance. (Metro: Oriente)
One of Lisbon's most popular museums, the tile museum is well worth a visit, even though its a bit out of the way. (Metro: Sta. Apolonia)
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Museu Nacional do Azulejo
4 R. Me. DeusOne of Lisbon's most popular museums, the tile museum is well worth a visit, even though its a bit out of the way. (Metro: Sta. Apolonia)
The Opera House: São Carlos. If you have a chance get tickets. The building is beautiful on the inside. The performances are hit and miss. (Metro: Chiado)
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Nationaal Theater van São Carlos
9 R. Serpa PintoThe Opera House: São Carlos. If you have a chance get tickets. The building is beautiful on the inside. The performances are hit and miss. (Metro: Chiado)
Lisbon's newest architectural icon. The MAAT (Museu de Arte, Architectura e Technologia) is scheduled to open officially in March 2017 but you can already admire the riverfront building from the outside. The excellent Museu da Electricidade next door frequently hosts good design-related exhibitions too. (Take Tram 15 to Belém from Praça do Comércio)
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Maat
Avenida BrasíliaLisbon's newest architectural icon. The MAAT (Museu de Arte, Architectura e Technologia) is scheduled to open officially in March 2017 but you can already admire the riverfront building from the outside. The excellent Museu da Electricidade next door frequently hosts good design-related exhibitions too. (Take Tram 15 to Belém from Praça do Comércio)
The finest collection of objets d'arte in the land including a collection of Herynomous Bosch. The museum is located on a hillside and has some good river views from the Café. Good for rainy days (Tram 15 towards Algés, get off at Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga).
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Nationaal Museum van Oude Kunst
Rua das Janelas VerdesThe finest collection of objets d'arte in the land including a collection of Herynomous Bosch. The museum is located on a hillside and has some good river views from the Café. Good for rainy days (Tram 15 towards Algés, get off at Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga).
Entertainment & Activities
Probably the best commercial cinema in Lisbon. Generally all movies in Portugal are screened in original language and are sub-titled in Portuguese. (Metro: São Sebastião)
CESS Centro de Seguros El Corte Inglés
Probably the best commercial cinema in Lisbon. Generally all movies in Portugal are screened in original language and are sub-titled in Portuguese. (Metro: São Sebastião)
Art house and European cinema always in original language with portuguese subtitles. (Metro: Avenida)
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Portugese Cinematheque - Filmmuseum
39 R. Barata SalgueiroArt house and European cinema always in original language with portuguese subtitles. (Metro: Avenida)
If you have kids under the age of 18 you will not want to miss Lisbon's grand Oceanarium. Located in the new part of town, it is a great afternoon or morning out for Kids. (Metro: Oriente)
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Oceanário de Lisboa
s/nº Esplanada Dom Carlos IIf you have kids under the age of 18 you will not want to miss Lisbon's grand Oceanarium. Located in the new part of town, it is a great afternoon or morning out for Kids. (Metro: Oriente)
Lisbon Zoo is well kept. It is probably not as depressing as most zoos I've been to... (Metro: Sete Rios)
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Jardim Zoológico de Lisboa
Praça Marechal Humberto DelgadoLisbon Zoo is well kept. It is probably not as depressing as most zoos I've been to... (Metro: Sete Rios)
Sightseeing
Stunning views over the city. Best visited during a sunset. 10 minute walk away if you are adventurous to finding some short-cuts. Tram: 28 or 10 min. walk from the apartment
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Castelo de S. Jorge
Rua de Santa Cruz do CasteloStunning views over the city. Best visited during a sunset. 10 minute walk away if you are adventurous to finding some short-cuts. Tram: 28 or 10 min. walk from the apartment
Less than a minute's walk away. 12th century Romanesque style building and the oldest church in the city. (Short walk)
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Lisbon Cathedral
1 Largo da SéLess than a minute's walk away. 12th century Romanesque style building and the oldest church in the city. (Short walk)
Dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua, the city's (Lisbon's) patron saint. (Short walk)
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St Anthony's Church
Largo Santo António da SéDedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua, the city's (Lisbon's) patron saint. (Short walk)
Example of Portuguese Manueline 16th century architecture. (Tram: 28, Short walk from flat)
Igreja da Madalena
1 Largo MadalenaExample of Portuguese Manueline 16th century architecture. (Tram: 28, Short walk from flat)
16th Century Monastery and Church. Well worth a visit. Especially since it can be combined with the flea market on Saturday mornings. (Tram: 28 towards Graça, get off at São Vicente)
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Kerk van São Vicente van Fora
Largo de São Vicente16th Century Monastery and Church. Well worth a visit. Especially since it can be combined with the flea market on Saturday mornings. (Tram: 28 towards Graça, get off at São Vicente)
Undoubtedly, Lisbon's finest view! Easy to get to from the end of Tram 28 (L. Graça).
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Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
Largo MonteUndoubtedly, Lisbon's finest view! Easy to get to from the end of Tram 28 (L. Graça).
Design by Eiffel, takes passengers between the downtown and uptown shopping districts. Its adjacent to the Carmo convent destroyed in the earthquake of 1755. Great lookout. (Short walk from flat)
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Santa Justa-Lift
R. do OuroDesign by Eiffel, takes passengers between the downtown and uptown shopping districts. Its adjacent to the Carmo convent destroyed in the earthquake of 1755. Great lookout. (Short walk from flat)
This was Lisbon's prime shopping district. Today a little tatty, but still impressive with the arch at Comércio Square. A good place to grab breakfast at Casa Brasileira and watch the world go by. (Walking distance from the apartment)
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Rua Augusta
64 R. de São NicolauThis was Lisbon's prime shopping district. Today a little tatty, but still impressive with the arch at Comércio Square. A good place to grab breakfast at Casa Brasileira and watch the world go by. (Walking distance from the apartment)
In this manueline 15th century monastery are buried the explorer and navigator Vasco da Gama and the poet Luis de Camoes. The impressive vaulted ceilings are worth appreciating. (Tram: 15 towards Algés and get off at Jerónimos)
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Comboio de Belém
In this manueline 15th century monastery are buried the explorer and navigator Vasco da Gama and the poet Luis de Camoes. The impressive vaulted ceilings are worth appreciating. (Tram: 15 towards Algés and get off at Jerónimos)
This monument marks the spot where the discoverers like Vasco da Gama departed to the far east. (Tram: 15 towards Algés and get off at Jerónimos)
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Padrão dos Descobrimentos
Av. BrasíliaThis monument marks the spot where the discoverers like Vasco da Gama departed to the far east. (Tram: 15 towards Algés and get off at Jerónimos)
Historical fort defending the city. Symbol of the city. At the time it was built, it was located in the middle of the river. It now sits on the bank of reclaimed land. Not really worth going inside. (Tram: 15 towards Algés and get off CCB)
Cais do Sodré - Seixal
Cais do Sodré - SeixalHistorical fort defending the city. Symbol of the city. At the time it was built, it was located in the middle of the river. It now sits on the bank of reclaimed land. Not really worth going inside. (Tram: 15 towards Algés and get off CCB)
Lisbon's largest basilica opposite a quaint city park that shares the same name. Worth a visit for an authentic Lisbon experience. On Tram route 28 towards Prazeres and get off at Estrela.
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Basílica da Estrela
Praça da EstrelaLisbon's largest basilica opposite a quaint city park that shares the same name. Worth a visit for an authentic Lisbon experience. On Tram route 28 towards Prazeres and get off at Estrela.
Formerly a convent built by an influential Portuguese family, now the Parliament Building. (Tram: 28 towards Prazeres, get off at São Bento)
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Assembly of the Republic
Praça da Constituição de 1976Formerly a convent built by an influential Portuguese family, now the Parliament Building. (Tram: 28 towards Prazeres, get off at São Bento)
A quiet lookout where youngsters hang out. It has a little cafe where you can have a refreshment. Noobai, the trendy little cafe is just to right of the belvedere. (Tram: 28 towards Prazeres, get off at Bica)
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Miradouro de Santa Catarina
A quiet lookout where youngsters hang out. It has a little cafe where you can have a refreshment. Noobai, the trendy little cafe is just to right of the belvedere. (Tram: 28 towards Prazeres, get off at Bica)
Named after our great poet. Pretty little square with trams buzzing around. Good for a pit stop. (Metro: Chiado)
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Praça Luís de Camões
Praça Luís de CamõesNamed after our great poet. Pretty little square with trams buzzing around. Good for a pit stop. (Metro: Chiado)
Beautiful view of the city and castle. Right next to the Gloria funicular, an attraction in its own right and a Lisbon icon. (Bairro Alto, Elevador da Gloria)
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UItkijkpunt São Pedro de Alcântara
Rua de São Pedro de AlcântaraBeautiful view of the city and castle. Right next to the Gloria funicular, an attraction in its own right and a Lisbon icon. (Bairro Alto, Elevador da Gloria)
A short walk from the apartment up the hill along the tram track just beyond the Cathedral. This Belvedere sports a tiny church and a lovely tiled façade opposite the Tagus and the spawling Alfama District.
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Uitzichtpunt Santa Luzia
Largo de Santa LuziaA short walk from the apartment up the hill along the tram track just beyond the Cathedral. This Belvedere sports a tiny church and a lovely tiled façade opposite the Tagus and the spawling Alfama District.
This Belvedere is not called the Doors of the Sun by chance. Wake up early (I mean really early), take the short walk up the hill from the apartment and watch magical the sun rise over the bay. Priceless.
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Portas Do Sol
Beco de Santa HelenaThis Belvedere is not called the Doors of the Sun by chance. Wake up early (I mean really early), take the short walk up the hill from the apartment and watch magical the sun rise over the bay. Priceless.
A church from 1515 destroyed and rebuilt after the big earthquake of 1755. The current church resembles the Monastery of Jerónimos a llittle further down the coast in Belém. (Walking distance from the apartment)
Old Church of Our Lady of the Conception
108 Rua da AlfândegaA church from 1515 destroyed and rebuilt after the big earthquake of 1755. The current church resembles the Monastery of Jerónimos a llittle further down the coast in Belém. (Walking distance from the apartment)
Shopping
Street flea market on Saturday mornings. Go early. Fizzles out at just after lunch-time. Bargain hunters will enjoy the experience. (Tram: 28 towards Graça to São Vicente)
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Campo de Santa Clara
Campo de Santa ClaraStreet flea market on Saturday mornings. Go early. Fizzles out at just after lunch-time. Bargain hunters will enjoy the experience. (Tram: 28 towards Graça to São Vicente)
Perhaps Lisbon's most pleasant shopping district. Here you will find clothing, accessories, bookshops, fine dining, street cafés and a large FNAC. (Metro: Chiado)
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Rua Garrett
Rua GarrettPerhaps Lisbon's most pleasant shopping district. Here you will find clothing, accessories, bookshops, fine dining, street cafés and a large FNAC. (Metro: Chiado)
Worldwide famous canned fish. Conserveira de Lisboa is a short walk from the apartment and is one of it's most traditional stores. It's products make memorable souvenirs. (Short walk)
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34 Rua dos BacalhoeirosWorldwide famous canned fish. Conserveira de Lisboa is a short walk from the apartment and is one of it's most traditional stores. It's products make memorable souvenirs. (Short walk)
Great little design shop with lots of classic Portuguese brands and small gifts. Well worth a browse. (Metro: Chiado, Tram: 28)
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A Vida Portuguesa
23 Largo do Intendente Pina ManiqueGreat little design shop with lots of classic Portuguese brands and small gifts. Well worth a browse. (Metro: Chiado, Tram: 28)
Lisbon's new trendy shopping district awash with local designer stores, furniture shops, surrounding a beautiful garden and relaxing cafés. Don't miss Embaixada: a 19th century designer shopping mall! (No Metro)
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Jardim do Principe Real
Praça do Príncipe RealLisbon's new trendy shopping district awash with local designer stores, furniture shops, surrounding a beautiful garden and relaxing cafés. Don't miss Embaixada: a 19th century designer shopping mall! (No Metro)
If you are looking for upmarket shopping, Avenida da Liberdade is where you should head to find Prada, Gucci & Company. (Metro: Avenida)
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Avenida da Liberdade
Avenida da LiberdadeIf you are looking for upmarket shopping, Avenida da Liberdade is where you should head to find Prada, Gucci & Company. (Metro: Avenida)
Okay the building isn't a masterpiece of architecture, but the mall here is very central and quite good on rainy days. The wide selection of cinemas and food court will help munch the hours away. (Metro: Marques de Pombal)
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Amoreiras Shopping Center
Avenida Engenheiro Duarte PachecoOkay the building isn't a masterpiece of architecture, but the mall here is very central and quite good on rainy days. The wide selection of cinemas and food court will help munch the hours away. (Metro: Marques de Pombal)
Perhaps one of the most striking bookshops in the world. Housed in an old industrial printing warehouse. Books in Portuguese, English and French. Located in LX Factory, in itself, well worth a visit. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio to Calvário)
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Ler Devagar
103 - G R. Rodrigues de FariaPerhaps one of the most striking bookshops in the world. Housed in an old industrial printing warehouse. Books in Portuguese, English and French. Located in LX Factory, in itself, well worth a visit. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio to Calvário)
Lisbon's alternative creative hub located in a post-industrial chique dream. Lots of shops, an extraordinary bookshop, bars with views and restaurants. Particularly good on Sundays. Its all here. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio to Calvário)
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LX Factory
103 R. Rodrigues de FariaLisbon's alternative creative hub located in a post-industrial chique dream. Lots of shops, an extraordinary bookshop, bars with views and restaurants. Particularly good on Sundays. Its all here. (Tram 15 from Praça Comércio to Calvário)
Getting Around
This is Lisbon's Regional and International Railway Station. Luggage storage service (Metro: Santa Apolónia)
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Santa Apolónia
This is Lisbon's Regional and International Railway Station. Luggage storage service (Metro: Santa Apolónia)
Train to Sintra. Takes about 30 minutes. Spend the whole day and go early. In Sintra, visit: Village Palace, Regaleira Palace and Pena Palace. If you only have time for one, visit Regaleira. Also has a luggage storage service. (Metro: Rossio)
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Rossio - Lisboa station
125 R. 1º de DezembroTrain to Sintra. Takes about 30 minutes. Spend the whole day and go early. In Sintra, visit: Village Palace, Regaleira Palace and Pena Palace. If you only have time for one, visit Regaleira. Also has a luggage storage service. (Metro: Rossio)
Take Tram 28 in both directions (L. Graça and Prazeres) for a great experience. Good shopping at Prazeres end and good views at Graça end.
Largo da Madalena station
Take Tram 28 in both directions (L. Graça and Prazeres) for a great experience. Good shopping at Prazeres end and good views at Graça end.
Luchthaven Lissabon-Portela
Alameda das Comunidades PortuguesasLisbon Airport (Metro: Aeroporto)
Catch trains to the beaches of Carcavelos, Estoril or Cascais. Cascais is a small seaside town worth spending half day. Best beach is probably Carcavelos. (Metro: Cais do Sodre)
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Cais do Sodre station
Catch trains to the beaches of Carcavelos, Estoril or Cascais. Cascais is a small seaside town worth spending half day. Best beach is probably Carcavelos. (Metro: Cais do Sodre)
Long-term cheap parking located under Pavilhão Carlos Lopes on Av. Sidónio Pais. Costs about €6 per day (Metro: Parque)
Avenida António Augusto de Aguiar
Long-term cheap parking located under Pavilhão Carlos Lopes on Av. Sidónio Pais. Costs about €6 per day (Metro: Parque)
Short-term parking 2 minutes from the apartment. Very expensive overnight. I suggest you leave the car on the street between 7 PM and 8 AM.
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Calçada do Marquês de Tancos
Calçada do Marquês de TancosShort-term parking 2 minutes from the apartment. Very expensive overnight. I suggest you leave the car on the street between 7 PM and 8 AM.