Guidebook for Lisbon
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Guincho strönd
windsurf / Kitesurf beach
Praia das Maçãs
Tram from Sintra. Swimming Pool. Terraces. Restaurants.
Is one of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal!
Close to Praia das Maças.
Restaurant.
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Adraga-strönd
Is one of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal!
Close to Praia das Maças.
Restaurant.
Traditional seaside village on a cliff. Seafood restaurant. Ocean water swimming pool.
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Azenhas do Mar
Traditional seaside village on a cliff. Seafood restaurant. Ocean water swimming pool.
Lighthouse Museum of Santa Marta
Praceta FarolLighthouse.
Pestana Cidadela Cascais
Avenida Dom Carlos IRenaissance fort.
Carcavelos strönd
Surf beach. First ocean beach of the Greater Lisbon.
Museum. Most important roman site of Sintra.
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Archaeological Museum of San Miguel de Odrinhas
Avenida Professor Doutor Dom Fernando de AlmeidaMuseum. Most important roman site of Sintra.
The castle was constructed during the 8th to 9th century. Taken by Christian forces from the Moors after the fall of Lisbon. By 1838, the towers were already in ruins. 1939 started the reconstruction.
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Mavur kastali
The castle was constructed during the 8th to 9th century. Taken by Christian forces from the Moors after the fall of Lisbon. By 1838, the towers were already in ruins. 1939 started the reconstruction.
In 1856 was fully rehabilitated, under the supervision of english architect James T. Knowles, into summer residence of the Cook family. The building is a unique example of the eclectic spirit.
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Park og höll Monserrate
Rua Visconde de MonserrateIn 1856 was fully rehabilitated, under the supervision of english architect James T. Knowles, into summer residence of the Cook family. The building is a unique example of the eclectic spirit.
The Neoclassical Palace was built between 1783 and 1787 for the Dutch consul Daniel Gildemeester, on lands granted by the Marquis of Pombal, surrounded with a large garden with fruit trees.
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Tivoli Palácio de Seteais
8 R. Barbosa du BocageThe Neoclassical Palace was built between 1783 and 1787 for the Dutch consul Daniel Gildemeester, on lands granted by the Marquis of Pombal, surrounded with a large garden with fruit trees.
In 1910 the Italian architect Luigi Manini recreated Monteiro's 4-hectare estate adding enigmatic buildings that held symbols related to alchemy, Masonry, the Knights Templar, and the Rosicrucians.
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Quinta da Regaleira
5 R. Barbosa du BocageIn 1910 the Italian architect Luigi Manini recreated Monteiro's 4-hectare estate adding enigmatic buildings that held symbols related to alchemy, Masonry, the Knights Templar, and the Rosicrucians.
It is the best preserved medieval Royal Palace in Portugal, having been inhabited more or less continuously at least from the early 15th up to the late 19th century.
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Sintra National Palace
Largo Rainha Dona AméliaIt is the best preserved medieval Royal Palace in Portugal, having been inhabited more or less continuously at least from the early 15th up to the late 19th century.
At Almada, close to the ferry harbour, it is easy to find a cheap and good fish / seafood restaurants.
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Almada
At Almada, close to the ferry harbour, it is easy to find a cheap and good fish / seafood restaurants.
Just 15 minutes by car from the center of Lisbon you will find this village full of great beaches.
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Costa Da Caparica
10/12 Praça de 9 de JulhoJust 15 minutes by car from the center of Lisbon you will find this village full of great beaches.
The Lisbon Oceanarium has a large collection of marine species, totaling about 16,000 individuals of 450 species. The Lisbon Oceanarium is one of the few aquariums in the world to house a sunfish.
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Lisabon sjávarheimafræðistofnun
s/nº Esplanada Dom Carlos IThe Lisbon Oceanarium has a large collection of marine species, totaling about 16,000 individuals of 450 species. The Lisbon Oceanarium is one of the few aquariums in the world to house a sunfish.
The park covers the Arrábida Hills, the Mediterranean-like vegetation and microclimate of which resemble Adriatic locations. The bay is an important zone for the maritime fauna.
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Arrábida náttúrufar
The park covers the Arrábida Hills, the Mediterranean-like vegetation and microclimate of which resemble Adriatic locations. The bay is an important zone for the maritime fauna.
Is one of the 13 Natural Parks of Portugal. It includes the Serra de Sintra Mountain Range but extends all the way to the coast and Cabo da Roca, continental Europe's westernmost point.
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Náttúrufar Sintra-Cascais
Is one of the 13 Natural Parks of Portugal. It includes the Serra de Sintra Mountain Range but extends all the way to the coast and Cabo da Roca, continental Europe's westernmost point.
Wwas founded in 1560, consisting of eight monks that arrived from the Convent of Arrábida under the authority of D. Álvaro de Castro, counsellor of state and administrator for King Sebastian,
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Kapúkínaklaustrið
Wwas founded in 1560, consisting of eight monks that arrived from the Convent of Arrábida under the authority of D. Álvaro de Castro, counsellor of state and administrator for King Sebastian,
Lagoa de Albufeira
Nice place to kitesurfing.
Sado Estuary Natural Reserve is a nature reserve in Portugal. It is one of the 30 areas which are officially under protection in the country. Located between the municipalities of Alcácer do Sal.
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Náttúruverndarsvæðið Sado Estuary
Sado Estuary Natural Reserve is a nature reserve in Portugal. It is one of the 30 areas which are officially under protection in the country. Located between the municipalities of Alcácer do Sal.
Big square situated near the river is still commonly known as Terreiro do Paço, because it was the location of the Paços da Ribeira (Royal Ribeira Palace) until it was destroyed by the 1755 Earthquake
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Viðskiptatorg
Praça do ComércioBig square situated near the river is still commonly known as Terreiro do Paço, because it was the location of the Paços da Ribeira (Royal Ribeira Palace) until it was destroyed by the 1755 Earthquake
Rossio railway station. Was designed between 1886 and 1887. This line connects Lisbon with Sintra.
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Rossio - Lisboa station
125 R. 1º de DezembroRossio railway station. Was designed between 1886 and 1887. This line connects Lisbon with Sintra.
Ride on vintage Elevador da Glória from Praça dos Restauradores to this terrific hilltop viewpoint. Open-air cafe doles out wine, beer and snacks, which you can enjoy while taking in the castle views.
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Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara
Rua de São Pedro de AlcântaraRide on vintage Elevador da Glória from Praça dos Restauradores to this terrific hilltop viewpoint. Open-air cafe doles out wine, beer and snacks, which you can enjoy while taking in the castle views.
This romantic garden is the center of a square surrounded by elegant buildings. It's an urban refuge with a gigantic parasol-like cedar tree. There is also a café with outdoor seating, and two kiosks.
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Jardín Príncipe Real
Praça do Príncipe RealThis romantic garden is the center of a square surrounded by elegant buildings. It's an urban refuge with a gigantic parasol-like cedar tree. There is also a café with outdoor seating, and two kiosks.
The mediaeval convent was ruined in the 1755 Lisbon Earthquake, and the ruins of its Gothic church are the main trace of the great earthquake still visible in the city.
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Karmo klaustur
27 Largo do CarmoThe mediaeval convent was ruined in the 1755 Lisbon Earthquake, and the ruins of its Gothic church are the main trace of the great earthquake still visible in the city.
Is an opera house in Lisbon, Portugal. It was opened on July 30, 1793 by Queen Maria I as a replacement for the Tejo Opera House, which was destroyed in the 1755 Lisbon earthquake.
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Þjóðleikhúsið í São Carlos
9 R. Serpa PintoIs an opera house in Lisbon, Portugal. It was opened on July 30, 1793 by Queen Maria I as a replacement for the Tejo Opera House, which was destroyed in the 1755 Lisbon earthquake.
Is a nucleus of a rich heritage of architecture, not just in quantity, but also in the importance historically. Most of the buildings, if not the facades, are representative of the 18th Century-style.
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Santa Catarina
Is a nucleus of a rich heritage of architecture, not just in quantity, but also in the importance historically. Most of the buildings, if not the facades, are representative of the 18th Century-style.
One of the nicest views of Lisbon, and have a drink in the afternoon. Festival atmosphere. sit on the grass, and enjoy the view while listening to people playing music.
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Miradouro de Santa Catarina
One of the nicest views of Lisbon, and have a drink in the afternoon. Festival atmosphere. sit on the grass, and enjoy the view while listening to people playing music.
It is one of the most remarkable examples of 18th-century Portuguese engineering. The main course of the aqueduct covers 18 km, but the whole network of canals extends through nearly 58 km.
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Aqueduto das Áquas Livres
It is one of the most remarkable examples of 18th-century Portuguese engineering. The main course of the aqueduct covers 18 km, but the whole network of canals extends through nearly 58 km.
This magnificent building (originally part of a convent from 1647). It has one of the most beautiful and sumptuous golden baroque decorations in the city, almost all in gilt added in 1727.
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Church Saint Catherine
82A Calçada do CombroThis magnificent building (originally part of a convent from 1647). It has one of the most beautiful and sumptuous golden baroque decorations in the city, almost all in gilt added in 1727.
The top of a car park at the doorstep of Bairro Alto instantly became an afternoon and night hotspot. Wooden tables and small potted trees create the feeling of a garden suspended above the city.
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Park
58 Calçada do CombroThe top of a car park at the doorstep of Bairro Alto instantly became an afternoon and night hotspot. Wooden tables and small potted trees create the feeling of a garden suspended above the city.
Aims are in the fields of arts, charity, education, and science. There is an auditorium, an exhibition space, a congress area, the Museum and the art library. The entire complex is set in a Park.
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Calouste Gulbenkian safn
45A Av. de BernaAims are in the fields of arts, charity, education, and science. There is an auditorium, an exhibition space, a congress area, the Museum and the art library. The entire complex is set in a Park.
Also known as Church of Jesus - the interior hides a vaulted ceiling completely covered with Baroque tiles by Antonio de Oliveira Bernardes, one of the masters of tiled art. Still little-known - 1714.
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Church of Nossa Senhora das Mercês
Largo de JesusAlso known as Church of Jesus - the interior hides a vaulted ceiling completely covered with Baroque tiles by Antonio de Oliveira Bernardes, one of the masters of tiled art. Still little-known - 1714.
Originally Lisbon's famous funiculars ran on water but are now powered by electricity, making them still the most environmentally-friendly way to go up and down the city's many hills.
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Elevador da Gloria
Originally Lisbon's famous funiculars ran on water but are now powered by electricity, making them still the most environmentally-friendly way to go up and down the city's many hills.
Public Movie theater. You always have a film festival here. There is also a cafe- terrace over the boulevard, where you can drink a tea or eat a pizza.
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Cinema Sao Jorge
175 Avenida da LiberdadePublic Movie theater. You always have a film festival here. There is also a cafe- terrace over the boulevard, where you can drink a tea or eat a pizza.
Archaeological museum. Here you can see the remains of ancient Lisbon from iron age, under a 18th century building foundations.
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Fundação Millennium BCP - Núcleo Arqueológico
9 R. dos CorreeirosArchaeological museum. Here you can see the remains of ancient Lisbon from iron age, under a 18th century building foundations.
Making beautiful tiles by hand since 1741, this is where to go for something original for your home. The fact that they're handmade means that no two pieces are exactly alike and they're not exactly
Sant' Anna
4 R. do AlecrimMaking beautiful tiles by hand since 1741, this is where to go for something original for your home. The fact that they're handmade means that no two pieces are exactly alike and they're not exactly
This 19th century shop seems to have every single Portuguese wine label which can be reasonably priced or cost a fortune. They also has other tempting gourmet choices, from hams and cheeses to chocola
Manuel Tavares
1AB Rua da BetesgaThis 19th century shop seems to have every single Portuguese wine label which can be reasonably priced or cost a fortune. They also has other tempting gourmet choices, from hams and cheeses to chocola
Romanesque and Gothic styles cathedral built over an old mosque in the 12th cent. Mixes. 14th-cent. cloisters revealing Roman, Visigothic and Moorish remains. In the treasury the 18th-cent. monstrance
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Lisabon dómkirkja
1 Largo da SéRomanesque and Gothic styles cathedral built over an old mosque in the 12th cent. Mixes. 14th-cent. cloisters revealing Roman, Visigothic and Moorish remains. In the treasury the 18th-cent. monstrance
Ceramic tile decoration originated in Persia, adopted throughout the Moorish world to southern Spain and much of Iberia. But it was in Portugal that the art of tile decoration really evolved.
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Þjóðminjasafn Azulejo
4 R. Me. DeusCeramic tile decoration originated in Persia, adopted throughout the Moorish world to southern Spain and much of Iberia. But it was in Portugal that the art of tile decoration really evolved.
An 18th century palace facing the Portas do Sol viewpoint is home to the Ricado Espirito Santo Foundation whose collection shows how nobility lived in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Fundação Ricardo do Espírito Santo Silva
90 R. São ToméAn 18th century palace facing the Portas do Sol viewpoint is home to the Ricado Espirito Santo Foundation whose collection shows how nobility lived in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Meaning "Monastery of St. Vincent Outside the Walls" was founded in 1147. Now remains what was a the 17th-century church and monastery. One of the most important mannerist buildings in the country.
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Kirkja São Vicente de Fora
Largo de São VicenteMeaning "Monastery of St. Vincent Outside the Walls" was founded in 1147. Now remains what was a the 17th-century church and monastery. One of the most important mannerist buildings in the country.
Lisbon's flea market is a destination for bargains and treasure hunting every Saturday and Tuesday mornings. Has more junk than real treasures, but it can be fun finding some oddities in between it al
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Santa Clara markaðsstöð
Campo de Santa ClaraLisbon's flea market is a destination for bargains and treasure hunting every Saturday and Tuesday mornings. Has more junk than real treasures, but it can be fun finding some oddities in between it al
It's impossible to talk about nightlife in Lisbon without mentioning Lux – hands down the city's most stylish venue – skilled resident DJs and a weekly line-up of top international acts.
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LuxFrágil
It's impossible to talk about nightlife in Lisbon without mentioning Lux – hands down the city's most stylish venue – skilled resident DJs and a weekly line-up of top international acts.
The Lisbon Synagogue, called Shaaré Tikvah is a historical synagogue in the city of Lisbon, in Portugal. The project was entrusted to the architect Miguel Ventura Terra, and the works began in 1902.
Synagogue Shaaré Tikvá
59 R. Alexandre HerculanoThe Lisbon Synagogue, called Shaaré Tikvah is a historical synagogue in the city of Lisbon, in Portugal. The project was entrusted to the architect Miguel Ventura Terra, and the works began in 1902.
From outside, this is Lisbon's prettiest and most monumental church. It's a neoclassical basilica with a large rococo dome built in 1790. This is one of the main stops of trams 28 and 25.
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Estrela basilika
Praça da EstrelaFrom outside, this is Lisbon's prettiest and most monumental church. It's a neoclassical basilica with a large rococo dome built in 1790. This is one of the main stops of trams 28 and 25.
A 16th century monastery was turned into an imposing neoclassical palace that is now Portugal's parliament. The interior of the palace and the sculpture-filled garden in can be seen in guided tours...
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Assembly of the Republic
Praça da Constituição de 1976A 16th century monastery was turned into an imposing neoclassical palace that is now Portugal's parliament. The interior of the palace and the sculpture-filled garden in can be seen in guided tours...
A lovely little wine bar, in a former drug shop where you are able to taste wines from all over Portugal and try some very traditional cheeses and chouriços (pork sausages) from small producers.
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Graca Do Vinho
10 A Calçada da GraçaA lovely little wine bar, in a former drug shop where you are able to taste wines from all over Portugal and try some very traditional cheeses and chouriços (pork sausages) from small producers.
This patisserie is a sweet temptation in the neighborhood of Principe Real.
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Poison d'Amour
This patisserie is a sweet temptation in the neighborhood of Principe Real.
Lisbon's most famous landmark stands in the middle of the Tagus River from where it once protected the city in the 16th century.
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Belém turninn
Av. BrasíliaLisbon's most famous landmark stands in the middle of the Tagus River from where it once protected the city in the 16th century.
This 16th century monastery is Lisbon's must-see marvel, flashing back to the days of the Age of Discovery when the spices of the East paid for the impressive architecture.
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Hieronymosar klaustur
This 16th century monastery is Lisbon's must-see marvel, flashing back to the days of the Age of Discovery when the spices of the East paid for the impressive architecture.
The Coaches Museum is one of Lisbon's most popular attractions, and it is easy to understand why when you see its fairytale collection that is believed to be the most valuable of its kind in the world
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Þjóðarsafn Bíla
136 Av. da ÍndiaThe Coaches Museum is one of Lisbon's most popular attractions, and it is easy to understand why when you see its fairytale collection that is believed to be the most valuable of its kind in the world
It includes model ships from the Age of Discovery, ancient globes, old maps and the plane that made the first crossing of the South Atlantic in 1922 piloted by Portuguese aviators Coutinho and Cabral
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Sjóminjasafn
Praça do ImpérioIt includes model ships from the Age of Discovery, ancient globes, old maps and the plane that made the first crossing of the South Atlantic in 1922 piloted by Portuguese aviators Coutinho and Cabral
Lisbon's most acclaimed modern and contemporary art collection is also recognized as one of Europe's best. It belongs to businessman Joe Berardo, a portuguese millionaire.
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Safn Berardo-safnsins
Praça do ImpérioLisbon's most acclaimed modern and contemporary art collection is also recognized as one of Europe's best. It belongs to businessman Joe Berardo, a portuguese millionaire.
It showcases innovative design and fashion pieces from the 20th century to the present, a collection put together by Portuguese businessman Francico Capelo.
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MUDE
24 R. Augusta It showcases innovative design and fashion pieces from the 20th century to the present, a collection put together by Portuguese businessman Francico Capelo.
Its main façade faces Praça do Comércio. It's a triumphal arch designed in 1775 as a gateway to the city, but the version seen today dates from a century later, 1875.
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Arco da Rua Augusta
2 R. AugustaIts main façade faces Praça do Comércio. It's a triumphal arch designed in 1775 as a gateway to the city, but the version seen today dates from a century later, 1875.
The large collection of artillery and war-related pieces are displayed in sumptuous rooms, most of them named after national heroes such as Vasco da Gama and Prince Henry the Navigator.
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Hernámsafn Lissabon
51 R. Museu da ArtilhariaThe large collection of artillery and war-related pieces are displayed in sumptuous rooms, most of them named after national heroes such as Vasco da Gama and Prince Henry the Navigator.
Housed in an 18th century convent since 2001, this museum takes you to a fantasy world through a wonderful collection of puppets from around the globe.
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Dukkuteymid
146 Rua da EsperançaHoused in an 18th century convent since 2001, this museum takes you to a fantasy world through a wonderful collection of puppets from around the globe.
As the European city to make the first cultural and trade contacts with much of Asia, Lisbon had to have a space dedicated to the art and culture of the Orient, explaining the role it played in it.
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Austur-Múseum
Avenida BrasíliaAs the European city to make the first cultural and trade contacts with much of Asia, Lisbon had to have a space dedicated to the art and culture of the Orient, explaining the role it played in it.
Portugal's National Gallery is the Ancient Art Museum, housed in a 17th century palace.
The main highlight is a 15th century masterpiece, called the Panels of Saint Vincent.
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Þjóðminjasafn Portúgals
Rua das Janelas VerdesPortugal's National Gallery is the Ancient Art Museum, housed in a 17th century palace.
The main highlight is a 15th century masterpiece, called the Panels of Saint Vincent.
Slightly run-down but an enchanting sight. It is actually quite large , but you wouldn't know it from the entrance.Was seen as the best botanical garden in southern Europe.
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Lisabonar bótagarðurinn
58 R. da Escola PolitécnicaSlightly run-down but an enchanting sight. It is actually quite large , but you wouldn't know it from the entrance.Was seen as the best botanical garden in southern Europe.
This romantic terrace overlooking the city is a popular hangout for young groups thanks to its kiosk café and fantastic views that go from the castle down to the river. Behind it is an 18th c. church.
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Graça
This romantic terrace overlooking the city is a popular hangout for young groups thanks to its kiosk café and fantastic views that go from the castle down to the river. Behind it is an 18th c. church.
Sightseeing
Lighthouse.
Is a cape which forms the westernmost extent of mainland Portugal and continental Europe (and by definition the Eurasian land mass).
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Cabo da Roca
s/n Estrada do Cabo da RocaLighthouse.
Is a cape which forms the westernmost extent of mainland Portugal and continental Europe (and by definition the Eurasian land mass).
Cascais
Lighthouse.
The estuary of the Tagus River is the largest wetland in the country and is the largest estuary in western Europe. A sanctuary for birds that stop-over on their migration between Europe and Africa.
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Tagus Estuary Natural Reserve
1 Av. dos Combatentes da Grande GuerraThe estuary of the Tagus River is the largest wetland in the country and is the largest estuary in western Europe. A sanctuary for birds that stop-over on their migration between Europe and Africa.
Public garden at the top of a hill with a view over Avenida da Liberdade and all of downtown. It can be reached with the help of Elevador do Lavra, the city's oldest funicular.
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Torel garðurinn
Rua Júlio de AndradePublic garden at the top of a hill with a view over Avenida da Liberdade and all of downtown. It can be reached with the help of Elevador do Lavra, the city's oldest funicular.
It was built by a disciple of Gustave Eiffel in 1902 (just a few years after the Eiffel Tower), with the purpose of taking people between downtown and the Bairro Alto and Chiado districts.
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Santa Justa Lyfta
R. do OuroIt was built by a disciple of Gustave Eiffel in 1902 (just a few years after the Eiffel Tower), with the purpose of taking people between downtown and the Bairro Alto and Chiado districts.
Arts & Culture
A monumental Baroque and Italianized Neoclassical palace-monastery located in Mafra, Portugal. 28 km from Lisbon. Was built between 1707 and 1750. Is similar to the spanish Escorial but bigger.
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Mafra þjóðpallurinn
Terreiro Dom João VA monumental Baroque and Italianized Neoclassical palace-monastery located in Mafra, Portugal. 28 km from Lisbon. Was built between 1707 and 1750. Is similar to the spanish Escorial but bigger.
The Romanticist palace stands on the top of a hill above the town of Sintra. It can be easily seen from Lisbon and much of its metropolitan area. The palace's history started in the Middle Ages...
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Pena Park og þjóðlega höllin
Estrada da PenaThe Romanticist palace stands on the top of a hill above the town of Sintra. It can be easily seen from Lisbon and much of its metropolitan area. The palace's history started in the Middle Ages...
The 18th-century palace was conceived as a summer retreat for the king. Is representative of the final extravagant period of Portuguese culture that followed the discovery of Brazilian gold in 1690.
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Queluz þjóðarhöllin
The 18th-century palace was conceived as a summer retreat for the king. Is representative of the final extravagant period of Portuguese culture that followed the discovery of Brazilian gold in 1690.
On a 17th century palace, right in the historical center of the suburban Town of Almada, is located a cultural center with a amazing view over the capital. One needs to take a ferry from Cais do Sodre
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Casa da Cerca
Rua da CercaOn a 17th century palace, right in the historical center of the suburban Town of Almada, is located a cultural center with a amazing view over the capital. One needs to take a ferry from Cais do Sodre
Over a millennium-old and still Lisbon's most splendid sight: Spectacularly sited on the city's tallest hill, St. George's Castle offers a breathtaking view over Lisbon. It was first built in the 6th
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São Jorge kastali
Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo
Over a millennium-old and still Lisbon's most splendid sight: Spectacularly sited on the city's tallest hill, St. George's Castle offers a breathtaking view over Lisbon. It was first built in the 6th
From international art-house films and classic blockbusters to national productions, Lisbon's film museum shows several features throughout the week in their original language.
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Portúgalska Kvikmyndasafnið - Bíómyndasafn
39 R. Barata SalgueiroFrom international art-house films and classic blockbusters to national productions, Lisbon's film museum shows several features throughout the week in their original language.
Drinks & Nightlife
Queijadas da Sapa
12 Volta do DuchePortuguese Cheesecake Tarts.
This small, attractive wine bar with a very relaxed atmosphere is located up the hill from Avenida da Liberdade on the way to Príncipe Real. It has a small but very pleasant patio in the back.
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Os Goliardos
91 R. Gen. TabordaThis small, attractive wine bar with a very relaxed atmosphere is located up the hill from Avenida da Liberdade on the way to Príncipe Real. It has a small but very pleasant patio in the back.
is the oldest jazz club in Portugal and has uninterruptedly developed its activity since 1948. It occupies a cellar in Praça da Alegria in Lisbon. With an almost daily programming of concerts.
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Hot Clube de Portugal
48 Praça da Alegriais the oldest jazz club in Portugal and has uninterruptedly developed its activity since 1948. It occupies a cellar in Praça da Alegria in Lisbon. With an almost daily programming of concerts.
Found at the top of the Tivoli Hotel, this is a lounge area with sofas where you may gaze out to the river, to the castle and downtown. It offers a good list of cocktails (including non-alcoholic).
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Sky Bar Lisboa by SEEN
185 Av. da LiberdadeFound at the top of the Tivoli Hotel, this is a lounge area with sofas where you may gaze out to the river, to the castle and downtown. It offers a good list of cocktails (including non-alcoholic).
This colorful terrace faces east, also through its exotic décor inspired by India and zen ambiences. The service includes light meals and drinks for a relaxed afternoon or evening.
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Lost In
Nº56-D R. Dom Pedro VThis colorful terrace faces east, also through its exotic décor inspired by India and zen ambiences. The service includes light meals and drinks for a relaxed afternoon or evening.
An eclectic club, bar and concert venue, is the place to get down in Cais do Sodré, Lisbon’s old red light district and now an area favoured by the capital's hip young things.
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Musicbox
24 R. Nova do CarvalhoAn eclectic club, bar and concert venue, is the place to get down in Cais do Sodré, Lisbon’s old red light district and now an area favoured by the capital's hip young things.
If you're prepared to get sweaty, Lounge won't disappoint – you'll have a hard time getting to the bar, but this spot with free live music and excellent DJs is hard to beat on a weekend.
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Lounge
1 R. MoedaIf you're prepared to get sweaty, Lounge won't disappoint – you'll have a hard time getting to the bar, but this spot with free live music and excellent DJs is hard to beat on a weekend.
One of the many antique shops in the neighborhood. Undoubtedly the most unique bar in the city, stepping into Pavilhão Chinês is almost like entering a museum.
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Pavilhao Chines
89 R. Dom Pedro VOne of the many antique shops in the neighborhood. Undoubtedly the most unique bar in the city, stepping into Pavilhão Chinês is almost like entering a museum.
This café inside a glassed cube by the Ancient Art Museum is made up of white chairs and tables facing the river. It serves light meals and finger food, as well as some original cocktails.
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Le Chat
This café inside a glassed cube by the Ancient Art Museum is made up of white chairs and tables facing the river. It serves light meals and finger food, as well as some original cocktails.
Food Scene
Casa Piriquita
1 R. PadariasPortuguese Cheesecake Tarts.
A restaurant with a splendid view over Lisbon. Take the ferry to Cacilhas from Cais do Sodre, turn right after disembarkation and follow the quay for 800 mts.
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Atira-te ao Rio
69 R. do GinjalA restaurant with a splendid view over Lisbon. Take the ferry to Cacilhas from Cais do Sodre, turn right after disembarkation and follow the quay for 800 mts.
Velha Gaiteira
17 R. Pedras NegrasSpanish cooker.
What a wonderful place indeed. Beautiful inside with a plush conservatory area and garden. The buffet here is excellent value here at €8.90 (2013) and of excellent quality with huge vegan choice.
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Jardim dos Sentidos
3 R. da Mãe de ÁguaWhat a wonderful place indeed. Beautiful inside with a plush conservatory area and garden. The buffet here is excellent value here at €8.90 (2013) and of excellent quality with huge vegan choice.
The menu embraces the Mediterranean cuisines, a mixt between good Portuguese cuisine and some of the best specialties from Spain, France and Italy. The card has a different choice everyday.
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Quermesse Restaurante
85 Rua da GlóriaThe menu embraces the Mediterranean cuisines, a mixt between good Portuguese cuisine and some of the best specialties from Spain, France and Italy. The card has a different choice everyday.
Food from the Alentejo region in generous doses, a rustic décor and friendly service.
Before the meal, be sure to enjoy the warm bread placed at the table.
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Zé Varunca
16 Tv. MercêsFood from the Alentejo region in generous doses, a rustic décor and friendly service.
Before the meal, be sure to enjoy the warm bread placed at the table.
This restaurant is right by the funicular - Elevador do Lavra. The menu is quite extensive, with focus on seafood, and a wide variety of it, Nothing fusiony, just honest, delicious and fresh food.
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Solar dos Presuntos
150 R. das Portas de Santo AntãoThis restaurant is right by the funicular - Elevador do Lavra. The menu is quite extensive, with focus on seafood, and a wide variety of it, Nothing fusiony, just honest, delicious and fresh food.
Reservoir of the 18th century Lisbon aqueduct, the largest of the water reservoirs, was finished in 1834. It is now deactivated and can be visited as part of the Museu da Água (Water Museum).
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Mãe D' Água
Reservoir of the 18th century Lisbon aqueduct, the largest of the water reservoirs, was finished in 1834. It is now deactivated and can be visited as part of the Museu da Água (Water Museum).
Senhor Vinho, which has played host to legends like Gisela João and Aldina Duarte. For a mellower slice of the capital don't leave without hearing some fado.
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Sr. Vinho
18 R. do Meio à LapaSenhor Vinho, which has played host to legends like Gisela João and Aldina Duarte. For a mellower slice of the capital don't leave without hearing some fado.
Five kiosks, each with its own specialty, are scattered along the city's main boulevard. You may sit in the open air enjoying wraps, pizzas, pastries, smoothies, and even "the best chocolate cake...".
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Kiosk The World's Best Chocolate Cake
Rua das PretasFive kiosks, each with its own specialty, are scattered along the city's main boulevard. You may sit in the open air enjoying wraps, pizzas, pastries, smoothies, and even "the best chocolate cake...".
This Lisbon institution open since 1936 is found right in the center of the city. This one is one of Lisbon's top restaurants, and a must for seafood lovers. The most famous dish - sopa rica de peixe.
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Gambrinus
23 Rua das Portas de Santo AntãoThis Lisbon institution open since 1936 is found right in the center of the city. This one is one of Lisbon's top restaurants, and a must for seafood lovers. The most famous dish - sopa rica de peixe.
The tables outside are almost always full, but that's because this is one of the most pleasant cafés in the city, surrounded by the tranquility of Praça das Flores garden.
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Pão de Canela
25 Praça das FloresThe tables outside are almost always full, but that's because this is one of the most pleasant cafés in the city, surrounded by the tranquility of Praça das Flores garden.
The quality and variety of sushi quickly turned this restaurant from a neighborhood secret to city favorite, and since early 2012 it's on the Principe Real neighborhood's busiest street.
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Origami Sushi Bar
The quality and variety of sushi quickly turned this restaurant from a neighborhood secret to city favorite, and since early 2012 it's on the Principe Real neighborhood's busiest street.
With an outdoor terrace facing the river and deliciously thin and crispy oven-baked pizzas, this restaurant has become one of the most popular pizzerias in Lisbon.
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Casanova
Avenida Infante Dom HenriqueWith an outdoor terrace facing the river and deliciously thin and crispy oven-baked pizzas, this restaurant has become one of the most popular pizzerias in Lisbon.
The hippest restaurant in Lisbon for over a decade is still the place to see and be seen. Has remained popular mostly for its excellent gourmet cuisine and attractive minimalist space.
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Bica do Sapato
Av. Infante Dom Henrique Armazém B, Cais da Pedra, Santa ApolóniaThe hippest restaurant in Lisbon for over a decade is still the place to see and be seen. Has remained popular mostly for its excellent gourmet cuisine and attractive minimalist space.
Shopping
Nostalgic Lisboetas come here for the same soaps, toothpastes, and gourmet products their grandmothers used to buy, while tourists are fascinated by the retro packagings.
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A Vida Portuguesa
23 Largo do Intendente Pina ManiqueNostalgic Lisboetas come here for the same soaps, toothpastes, and gourmet products their grandmothers used to buy, while tourists are fascinated by the retro packagings.
Tourists love this old-fashioned shop that has been offering cans of fish since the 1930s. Looking just like it did eight decades ago, with a mosaic stone floor and a wooden cash register.
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Conserveira de Lisboa
34 Rua dos BacalhoeirosTourists love this old-fashioned shop that has been offering cans of fish since the 1930s. Looking just like it did eight decades ago, with a mosaic stone floor and a wooden cash register.
Grab a drink at this eccentric Bar – a refurbished fishing equipment store where you can snack on tinned tuna and sardines with your beer.
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Sol e Pesca
44 R. Nova do CarvalhoGrab a drink at this eccentric Bar – a refurbished fishing equipment store where you can snack on tinned tuna and sardines with your beer.
This shop specializes in high-quality all-natural chocolate and coffee from São Tomé and Príncipe, a former Portuguese colony in Africa. Now, a few meters, at Rua da Escola Politecnica 4.
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Claudio Corallo Cioccolato e Caffè
85 Rua Cecílio de SousaThis shop specializes in high-quality all-natural chocolate and coffee from São Tomé and Príncipe, a former Portuguese colony in Africa. Now, a few meters, at Rua da Escola Politecnica 4.
Located not far from Avenida da Liberdade, this Tibetan-inspired restaurant serves vegetarian meals. It's one of the oldest veggie restaurants in the city and includes tables in the backyard.
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Os Tibetanos
117 R. do SalitreLocated not far from Avenida da Liberdade, this Tibetan-inspired restaurant serves vegetarian meals. It's one of the oldest veggie restaurants in the city and includes tables in the backyard.
It often presents world-class performances and has the city's largest auditorium for an excellent musical program.
It's also home to the Berardo Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art.
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Menningar Miðstöð Belém
Praça do ImpérioIt often presents world-class performances and has the city's largest auditorium for an excellent musical program.
It's also home to the Berardo Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art.
Entertainment & Activities
This romantic 19th century park is a lovely spot for reading, jogging, and for children to play. It is found across from Basilica da Estrela, and has ponds, a children's playground, an old bandstand,
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Jardim Guerra Junqueiro
12 Praça da EstrelaThis romantic 19th century park is a lovely spot for reading, jogging, and for children to play. It is found across from Basilica da Estrela, and has ponds, a children's playground, an old bandstand,