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Do you want to know the best things to see in Lisbon? Said to be built on 7 hills, Lisbon is an amphitheatre of many cool things to do that looks down onto the Tagus, the river it has always depended on. In Lisbon there's many things to do and see in it's history oozing out of its romantic avenues, old Moorish quarters, Roman underpinnings and Manueline, Baroque and Gothic monuments, off-set by some of the boldest modern buildings by local and international architects.


Church of Santa Luzia

Church of Santa Luzia

The building is of the eighteenth century. They include two panels, representing the conquest of Lisbon from the Moors and the Commerce Square.

Santa Justa Elevator

Santa Justa Elevator

It was designed in 1900 by Gustave Eiffel apprentice. At the top, guests enjoy a fantastic view over the city.

National theater

National theater

St. Charles Coliseum of neo-classical style and Italian influences. Noteworthy is the facade and José Raposo paintings in the ceiling of Salão de Nobre.

Armazéns do Chiado

Armazéns do Chiado

A Shopping Centre that recovered the architecture of one of the most famous shops in Lisbon, destroyed in the 1988 fire.

Pena Palace

Pena Palace

Maximum exponent of Portuguese Romanticism of the nineteenth century. It's a mixture of several styles, including neo-Moorish and neo-Manueline.

St. George Castle

St. George Castle

The castle of St. George dates from 138 BC and its name is related to the martyr St. George.

Jeronimos Monastery

Jeronimos Monastery

Manueline Monastery of the sixteenth century, built by King Manuel I. Its an example of portuguese art in the Age of Discovery .

Belém Tower

Belém Tower

Fortress that defended the city of Lisbon. Built by King D. Manuel I, between 1515 and 1521.

Town Palace

Town Palace

Originating in an Arab fortress, it was rebuilt in the fifteenth century. It has the largest collection of Mudejar tiles of the Iberian Peninsula.

Palace of Queluz

Palace of Queluz

Baroque and Rococo style palace, built by King consort Pedro III. The French-style gardens are emphasized.

Seteais Palace

Seteais Palace

Palace in neoclassical style, built in the eighteenth century. Some of the highlights are the Arch of Triumph, the decorations and fresco paintings.

Palace and Park of Monserrate

Palace and Park of Monserrate

Built in 1863 as a summer residence of the English millionaire, Sir Francis Cook. In the park, you can find the noteworthy botany collection.

Estrela Basilica

Estrela Basilica

Erected in 1779 by Queen Maria I, as a fulfillment of a promise. The Basilica combines baroque and neoclassical styles.

Monument to the Discoveries

Monument to the Discoveries

Monument erected in honor of the Discoveries. It is shaped like a caravel and boasts 33 statues of important personalities.

Rossio Square

Rossio Square

Also known as Praça D. Pedro IV. Meeting point for anyone visiting Lisbon, it is surrounded by numerous cafés and terraces.

Praça Marquês de Pombal

Praça Marquês de Pombal

Square dedicated to the minister who idealized the reconstruction of Lisbon after the earthquake. It also hosts entertainment and political events.

Commerce Square

Commerce Square

Offers a privileged view of the Tagus and the south bank. In the center is the statue of King José I.

Monastery of São Vicente de Fora

Monastery of São Vicente de Fora

Mannerist style building, the Monastery of São Vicente de Fora was founded in 1147 and then rebuilt between 1582 and 1629.

Lisbon Cathedral

Lisbon Cathedral

Built in 1147, the Lisbon Cathedral is located over the site of an ancient Muslim mosque. The predominant style is the Romanesque-Gothic.

Portas do Sol (Gates of the Sun) Viewpoint

Portas do Sol (Gates of the Sun) Viewpoint

The Belvedere Portas do Sol is a balcony over the Tagus, which overlooks the typical Alfama District.

Park of Nations

Park of Nations

Where the World Expo of 1998 was held. One of the new residential areas of the city with many green spaces.

Pavilion of Portugal

Pavilion of Portugal

It received a presentation on the Discoveries during the Expo 98. Today, the interior spaces can be rented for events and exhibitions.

Gare do Oriente

Gare do Oriente

One of the most important train and bus stations of Lisbon, which also has an underground line. It was designed by Santiago Calatrava.

Vasco da Gama Bridge

Vasco da Gama Bridge

It is one of the largest bridges in Europe, with 17,2 km in length. Inaugurated in 1998, connects Montijo to Lisbon.

Oceanarium

Oceanarium

Designed for the Expo 98, it was one of the main attractions of the exhibition. Houses 15,000 animals and over 450 plant species.

Campo Pequeno

Campo Pequeno

It is a Bull Ring and venue for concerts for up to 10.000 people. It has a shopping arcade in the underground floor.

House-Museum Amália Rodrigues

House-Museum Amália Rodrigues

House where the singer Amália Rodrigues lived. It was turned into a museum and has over 30.000 exhibits.

Museu do Fado

Museu do Fado

The museum is a tribute to the traditional song of Lisbon. The permanent exhibition recreates Fado environments such as alleys and taverns.

Palácio Nacional da Ajuda

Palácio Nacional da Ajuda

It is a neoclassical building dating back from the first half of the XIX century that served as residence for the royal family. In 1968 opened as a museum.

Museum of electricity

Museum of electricity

Housed in the building of a power station, the museum exhibits pieces as high pressure boilers and electricity production machines.

Navy Museum

Navy Museum

Built by order of King Luís, the museum focuses on the history of the Portuguese Navy. It has fourteen rooms.

Coaches Museum

Coaches Museum

The museum has a wide range of ride coaches, as well as gala ones, from the XVII, XVIII and XIX centuries.

Centro Cultural de Belém

Centro Cultural de Belém

It is a Cultural Center that hosts jazz music and opera performances as well as theater, dance, film and art exhibitions.

Botanical Garden

Botanical Garden

It was created by order of King José I as a leisure place for the royal family. It has a large variety of tropical trees.

Pastéis de Belém

Pastéis de Belém

World famous, are handcrafted according to an ancient secret recipe. May only be purchased in this space of Old National Confectionery.

Casino of Lisbon

Casino of Lisbon

Casino opened in 2006, contains about 1100 top–of–the–line slot machines. Contains a concert hall, restaurants and bars.

Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation

Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation

Located in a park of 7,5 hectares, the Foundation account with a museum, an Orchestra, a Modern Art Centre and emblematic gardens.

National Museum of the Costume

National Museum of the Costume

Museum composed of women, men and children's costumes belonging to various times and with a wide variety of styles.

Zoo

Zoo

The Zoo is home to over 2000 animals of 350 species. It also offers diverse attractions.

House of Fado Senhor Vinho

House of Fado Senhor Vinho

This typical restaurant was founded in 1975 and besides gastronomy it offers animation. Great legends of Fado played here.

Fado House A Severa

Fado House A Severa

Company founded in 1955, named in tribute to Maria Severa, founder of Fado. There is the typical decoration and tile panels.

House of Fado Adega Machado

House of Fado Adega Machado

Inaugurated in 1937, the Fado house is traditionally decorated, consisting of oil paintings, Portuguese tableware and old photographs.

House of Fado Café LUSO

House of Fado Café LUSO

Typical Fado House founded in 1927. Big names like Amália, Alfredo Marceneiro and Tony de Matos have passed through here.

Mercado da Ribeira

Mercado da Ribeira

Market located in a building from 1882, which was famed for his charismatic florists. It also has shops and restaurants.

Triumphal Arch of Rua Augusta

Triumphal Arch of Rua Augusta

Monument in honor of important national figures. Here are also symbolically represented the Douro, Tagus, the Glory, the Genius and the Value.

Elevador da Glória

Elevador da Glória

Work of the engineer Mesnier de Ponsard, the Elevator of Glória makes the trip between downtown and Bairro Alto.

Liberty Avenue

Liberty Avenue

Avenue inspired by the design of Campos Elísios. It is one of the most elegant of the capital, combining leisure, culture, business and commerce.

Parque Eduardo VII

Parque Eduardo VII

It is the largest park in Lisbon. Integrates the Cold Greenhouse, the Carlos Lopes Pavilion, the monument to the New State and a Viewpoint.

Casa dos Bicos

Casa dos Bicos

Sixteenth century building of unique architecture, with influences of the Italian Renaissance. It is the headquarter of the José Saramago Foundation and it is open to the public.

Alfama Neighborhood

Alfama Neighborhood

A typical neighborhood of narrow streets where you can find grocery stores, restaurants, taverns, coffee shops and the famous Fado Houses.

Lisbon Airport

Lisbon Airport

It is the largest Portuguese airport with two civil terminals and a military terminal. It is connected to the public transport network.

Vasco da Gama Shopping Centre

Vasco da Gama Shopping Centre

Mall of unique and modern design. It has more than 170 stores, including restaurants, movie theaters, gym and hypermarket.

Church of S. Roque

Church of S. Roque

A church of the sixteenth century, in honor of São Roque. Highlights such as the decorations in gilt and the painted ceiling to the mannerist style.

National Theater D. Maria II

National Theater D. Maria II

One of the most famous and important theaters in the city. Designed by the Italian Fortunato Lodi, is a neoclassical building.

National Archaeological Museum

National Archaeological Museum

Museum where is based the main center for archaeological research of Portugal, with pieces from all over the country.Museu onde está sediado o principal centro de investigação arqueológico de Portugal, com peças provenientes de todo o país.

The Memorial Church

The Memorial Church

Church of neoclassical moth, dedicated to Our Lady. Of Deliverance. It was founded by King José I and features marble decorations.

Knowledge Pavilion

Knowledge Pavilion

Interactive museum that combines science and technology. It houses major thematic and interactive exhibits, temporary exhibitions and workshops.

Altice Arena

Altice Arena

MEO Arena is the country's largest performance hall, with a capacity of 20 000 standing spectators .

Jardins D

Jardins D' Agua (Water Gardens)

Gardens whose main theme is water. They include a series of educational and sports equipment and rare old trees.

Camões Theater

Camões Theater

The theater's program is defined by the National Ballet Company and offers the facilities to hold congresses.

Marina Parque Nações

Marina Parque Nações

Urban nature Marina with 400 berths. It is an important nautical tourism hub of Lisbon.

Garden and Viewpoint São Pedro of Alcântara

Garden and Viewpoint São Pedro of Alcântara

Garden of the nineteenth century with geometrically designed beds according to the French tradition. It has a viewpoint that offers a fabulous view of the city.

Museum of Pharmacy

Museum of Pharmacy

Opened in 1996, the museum depicts 5000 years of health history in the world through about 13 thousand pieces.

Principe Real (Royal Prince) Garden

Principe Real (Royal Prince) Garden

Municipal garden rich in tree species, of which highlights the Cedro-do-Buçaco, with more than 20 meters in diameter.

Bica Elevator

Bica Elevator

Traditional lift of Lisbon that makes the connection between Rua de São Paulo and Calçada do Combro.

National Coliseum Museum

National Coliseum Museum

It opened in 1985 and has a collection of over 250.000 pieces related to the history of the performing arts.

Water Museum

Water Museum

The museum was created in 1880. It is dedicated to the history of the city's water supply and integrates four cores.

Tile Museum

Tile Museum

Museum inserted into the Convent of the Mother of God. Noteworthy are the Baroque tiles in the church and a panel with the representation of Lisbon.

Hard Rock Café

Hard Rock Café

Rock and roll bar. It features an exhibition that includes pants of David Bowie and a Rolling Stones guitar.

Restaurant Travessa do Fado

Restaurant Travessa do Fado

Restaurant integrated in the Fado Museum, which offers a view over the Alfama district. Specialized in traditional Portuguese snacks.

Livraria Bertrand

Livraria Bertrand

The famous Bertrand bookstore is the largest bookstore chain in Portugal. The first opened in Chiado, in 1732.

International Wine Cellar

International Wine Cellar

One of the oldest Lisbon wine shops. It is dedicated to trade of national and international wines. It also organizes wine tasting.

Bora-Bora

Bora-Bora

The Bora Bora is a bar with an exotic concept and relaxed atmosphere, with decor inspired by Polynesia.

Carmo Convent ruins

Carmo Convent ruins

Mendicant Gothic convent ruins built by order of King Nuno Álvares Pereira. Now houses the Archaeological Museum of Carmo.

Restauradores Square

Restauradores Square

It is one of the most emblematic squares of Lisbon. In the center there is a memorial obelisk of the end of the Spanish rule in 1640.

Figueira Square

Figueira Square

One of the busiest squares in Lisbon, Figueira Square is surrounded by hotels, traditional shops and distinctive coffees.

Papa Açorda Restaurant

Papa Açorda Restaurant

Restaurant of contemporary Portuguese cuisine, famous for bread soup and the chocolate mousse. The decor blends the classic and modern.

Zé dos Bois Gallery

Zé dos Bois Gallery

Non-profit cultural organization, established in 1994. Creates and promotes contemporary art through exhibitions and other initiatives.

Bar Maria Caxuxa

Bar Maria Caxuxa

Bar with a retro feel, decorated with antique furniture. Noteworthy is a wood-fired oven, which was sustained to remember the past of this establishment.

Torel Garden

Torel Garden

Romantic garden of the nineteenth century with flower beds and quiet corners. It has a kiosk with a terrace, serving wine and snacks.

Garden Campo de Santana

Garden Campo de Santana

Garden located in an area full of history. It has a playground, a lake and has a café-restaurant with terrace.

Lavra Elevator

Lavra Elevator

Opened in 1884, the Lavra Elevator is the oldest lift of Lisbon. It was classified as a National Monument in 2002.

Restaurant Mesa de Frades

Restaurant Mesa de Frades

Set in an old chapel lined with tiles from the XVIII century, this traditional Portuguese cuisine restaurant offers Fado performances.

Church of Santa Engrácia

Church of Santa Engrácia

Its construction took 350 years and because of that it was born the term works of Santa Engrácia," which designates those that have no end."

Graça Convent

Graça Convent

Church and Convent of the thirteenth century. Highlights include the bell tower, the tiles of the sixteenth to the eighteenth century and the gilt.

Viewpoint of Graça

Viewpoint of Graça

Viewpoint surrounded by pine trees. A popular place in town, it offers a panoramic view of Lisbon and its typical roofs.

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

A viewpoint overlooking Alfama and the Tagus. It has two floors and the ground floor is occupied by a restaurant with a terrace.

Church of Santa Cruz do Castelo

Church of Santa Cruz do Castelo

Dating from 1147, linked to the cult of St. George. It features an organ played by António Xavier Machado and Cerveira.

Palácio das Necessidades

Palácio das Necessidades

Palace built on the site of a convent, following a promise of King João V to Our Lady of the Necessities.

Museum of Decorative Arts

Museum of Decorative Arts

Museum dedicated to the Decorative Arts of the fifteenth century to the eighteenth century. It has several core themes, such as furniture, textiles and tiles.

Brewery Ramiro

Brewery Ramiro

Exists since 1956 and is one of the most famous seafood restaurants in Lisbon. In addition to seafood, we recommend the small beefsteak on the bread.

Restaurant «Solar dos Presuntos»

Restaurant «Solar dos Presuntos»

Family business for about 40 years, the restaurant is specialized in regional cuisine of Minho and is recognized by the seafood.

Military Museum

Military Museum

Oldest museum in Lisbon. Contains an extensive exhibition of weapons, uniforms and historical documents, featuring the collection of artillery.

Museu da Marioneta (Puppet Museum)

Museu da Marioneta (Puppet Museum)

Founded in 1987, the Museu da Marioneta was the first Portuguese space entirely dedicated to puppets. It features puppets from all over the world.

Feira da Ladra (Flea Market)

Feira da Ladra (Flea Market)

The older market in Lisbon, originated in the thirteenth century. It is opened on Tuesdays and Saturdays and has all kinds of antiques.

National Museum of Ancient Art

National Museum of Ancient Art

It contains a meaningful collection of Portuguese art throughout the 14th and 19 th centuries with collections of Fine Arts and decorative Arts.

City Museum

City Museum

Museum documenting the evolution of the city of Lisbon. It is rich in archaeological collections, painting, ceramics, drawing, engraving, lapidary and pottery.

Chapel S. Jerónimo

Chapel S. Jerónimo

Constructed in 1514, this manueline architecture chapel evokes the Discoveries. The highlights are a real shield, a crown and two armillary spheres.

Vasco da Gama Tower

Vasco da Gama Tower

Tower with about 145 meters high built for the Expo 98. Comprises a hotel and a restaurant on top.

Cable car

Cable car

The cable car connects the Oceanarium and the Vasco da Gama Tower and provides a fabulous view of the Tagus.