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Passeio turístico
A much-loved summertime hang-out of lisboêtas, this miradouro (lookout) sidles up to the baroque Igreja da Graça. It has an incredible view of the castle sitting plump on the hillside, the river and the Ponte 25 de Abril. Sunset is prime-time viewing at the kiosk terrace.
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Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresenova vyhlídka
Calçada da GraçaA much-loved summertime hang-out of lisboêtas, this miradouro (lookout) sidles up to the baroque Igreja da Graça. It has an incredible view of the castle sitting plump on the hillside, the river and the Ponte 25 de Abril. Sunset is prime-time viewing at the kiosk terrace.
With its grand 18th-century arcades, lemon-meringue facades and mosaic cobbles, the riverfront Praça do Comércio is a square to out-pomp them all. Everyone arriving by boat used to disembark here, and it still feels like the gateway to Lisbon, thronging with activity and rattling trams.
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Praça do Comércio
Praça do ComércioWith its grand 18th-century arcades, lemon-meringue facades and mosaic cobbles, the riverfront Praça do Comércio is a square to out-pomp them all. Everyone arriving by boat used to disembark here, and it still feels like the gateway to Lisbon, thronging with activity and rattling trams.
Don't leave the city without riding popular tram 28E from Largo da Graça, just 5 minutes walking from the apartment. This rickety, screechy, gloriously old-fashioned ride from Praça Martim Moniz to Campo de Ourique provides 45 minutes of mood-lifting views and absurdly steep climbs. With its polished wood panelling, bee-yellow paint job and chrome fittings, the century-old tram is like the full-scale model of a fastidious Hornby Railways collector.
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Largo da Graça
Largo da GraçaDon't leave the city without riding popular tram 28E from Largo da Graça, just 5 minutes walking from the apartment. This rickety, screechy, gloriously old-fashioned ride from Praça Martim Moniz to Campo de Ourique provides 45 minutes of mood-lifting views and absurdly steep climbs. With its polished wood panelling, bee-yellow paint job and chrome fittings, the century-old tram is like the full-scale model of a fastidious Hornby Railways collector.
Towering dramatically above Lisbon, these mid-11th-century hilltop fortifications sneak into almost every snapshot. Roam its snaking ramparts and pine-shaded courtyards for superlative views over the city’s red rooftops to the river. Three guided tours daily (in Portuguese, English and Spanish), at 10.30am, 1pm and 4pm, are included in the admission price (additional tours available).
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Hrad sv. Jiří
Rua de Santa Cruz do CasteloTowering dramatically above Lisbon, these mid-11th-century hilltop fortifications sneak into almost every snapshot. Roam its snaking ramparts and pine-shaded courtyards for superlative views over the city’s red rooftops to the river. Three guided tours daily (in Portuguese, English and Spanish), at 10.30am, 1pm and 4pm, are included in the admission price (additional tours available).
Jutting out onto the Rio Tejo, this Unesco World Heritage–listed fortress epitomises the Age of Discoveries. You'll need to breathe in to climb the narrow spiral staircase to the tower, which affords sublime views over Belém and the river.
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Věž Belém
Av. BrasíliaJutting out onto the Rio Tejo, this Unesco World Heritage–listed fortress epitomises the Age of Discoveries. You'll need to breathe in to climb the narrow spiral staircase to the tower, which affords sublime views over Belém and the river.
This triumphal arch was built in the wake of the 1755 earthquake. A lift whisks you to the top, where fine views of Praça do Comércio, the Rio Tejo and Castelo de São Jorge await. Admission for kids under five is free.
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Arco da Rua Augusta
2 R. AugustaThis triumphal arch was built in the wake of the 1755 earthquake. A lift whisks you to the top, where fine views of Praça do Comércio, the Rio Tejo and Castelo de São Jorge await. Admission for kids under five is free.
The monolithic Padrão dos Descobrimentos, looking like a caravel ship frozen in midswell, was inaugurated in 1960 on the 500th anniversary of Henry the Navigator’s death. The 56m-high limestone giant is chock-full of Portuguese bigwigs. At the prow is Henry, while behind him are explorers Vasco da Gama, Diogo Cão, Fernão de Magalhães (Ferdinand Magellan) and 29 other greats.
Do take the lift (or puff up 267 steps) to the windswept miradouro for 360-degree views over the river. The mosaic in front of the monument charts the routes of Portuguese mariners.
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Památník objevitelů
Av. BrasíliaThe monolithic Padrão dos Descobrimentos, looking like a caravel ship frozen in midswell, was inaugurated in 1960 on the 500th anniversary of Henry the Navigator’s death. The 56m-high limestone giant is chock-full of Portuguese bigwigs. At the prow is Henry, while behind him are explorers Vasco da Gama, Diogo Cão, Fernão de Magalhães (Ferdinand Magellan) and 29 other greats.
Do take the lift (or puff up 267 steps) to the windswept miradouro for 360-degree views over the river. The mosaic in front of the monument charts the routes of Portuguese mariners.
Immerse yourself in the life and work of Portuguese modernist founder and author Fernando Pessoa as you wander through his old apartment, browse through his book collection (digitised), attempt to decipher some of his handwritten notes, and admire paintings and tapestries of the author by fellow members of the movement, such as painter Júlio Pomar.
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Dům Fernanda Pessoy
18 R. Coelho da RochaImmerse yourself in the life and work of Portuguese modernist founder and author Fernando Pessoa as you wander through his old apartment, browse through his book collection (digitised), attempt to decipher some of his handwritten notes, and admire paintings and tapestries of the author by fellow members of the movement, such as painter Júlio Pomar.
For years Cais do Sodré was the haunt of whisky-slugging sailors craving after-dark sleaze. Then in late 2011 the district went from seedy to stylish. Rua Nova do Carvalho was painted pink and the call girls were sent packing, but the edginess and decadence on which Lisbon thrives remains. Now party central, its boho bars, live-music venues and burlesque clubs are perfect for a late-night bar crawl. When someone refers to Pink Street, they mean here!
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Pink Street
24 R. Nova do CarvalhoFor years Cais do Sodré was the haunt of whisky-slugging sailors craving after-dark sleaze. Then in late 2011 the district went from seedy to stylish. Rua Nova do Carvalho was painted pink and the call girls were sent packing, but the edginess and decadence on which Lisbon thrives remains. Now party central, its boho bars, live-music venues and burlesque clubs are perfect for a late-night bar crawl. When someone refers to Pink Street, they mean here!
It’s a miracle that this baroque church dating to 1241 still stands, having barely survived the 1755 earthquake, then fire in 1959. Its sea of tea lights illuminates gashed pillars, battered walls and ethereal sculptures in its musty yet enchanting interior.
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Kostel sv. Dominika (Santa Justa a Rufina)
Largo São DomingosIt’s a miracle that this baroque church dating to 1241 still stands, having barely survived the 1755 earthquake, then fire in 1959. Its sea of tea lights illuminates gashed pillars, battered walls and ethereal sculptures in its musty yet enchanting interior.
Cena gastronómica
Lisbon's hub of cutting-edge creativity hosts a dynamic menu of events from live concerts and film screenings to fashion shows and art exhibitions. There's a rustically cool cafe as well as a bookshop, several restaurants, design-minded shops and cultural spaces. On weekend nights there are parties with a dance- and art-loving crowd.
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LX továrna
103 R. Rodrigues de FariaLisbon's hub of cutting-edge creativity hosts a dynamic menu of events from live concerts and film screenings to fashion shows and art exhibitions. There's a rustically cool cafe as well as a bookshop, several restaurants, design-minded shops and cultural spaces. On weekend nights there are parties with a dance- and art-loving crowd.
Doing trade in fresh fruit and veg, fish and flowers since 1892, this domed market hall has been the word on everyone's lips since Time Out transformed half of it into a gourmet food court in 2014. Now it's Lisbon in chaotic culinary microcosm: Garrafeira Nacional wines, Café de São Bento steaks, Manteigaria Silva cold cuts and Michelin-star chef creations from Henrique Sá Pessoa.
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Time Out Market Lisbon
49 Avenida 24 de JulhoDoing trade in fresh fruit and veg, fish and flowers since 1892, this domed market hall has been the word on everyone's lips since Time Out transformed half of it into a gourmet food court in 2014. Now it's Lisbon in chaotic culinary microcosm: Garrafeira Nacional wines, Café de São Bento steaks, Manteigaria Silva cold cuts and Michelin-star chef creations from Henrique Sá Pessoa.
Sweet-tooths the world over come to Lisbon to sample the city's real-deal pastel de nata, the famous egg-custard tarts invented by Catholic monks at Mosteiro dos Jerónimos and most famously served (as pastéis de Belém) at Antiga Confeitaria de Belém since 1837 (and everywhere else in town these days). These crisp pastry nests, filled with custard cream, are baked at 200°C until crusted golden, then lightly dusted with cinnamon on their way to a happy ending in nearly 15,000 mouths per day (50,000 on Sunday).
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Pastéis de Belém
84 R. de BelémSweet-tooths the world over come to Lisbon to sample the city's real-deal pastel de nata, the famous egg-custard tarts invented by Catholic monks at Mosteiro dos Jerónimos and most famously served (as pastéis de Belém) at Antiga Confeitaria de Belém since 1837 (and everywhere else in town these days). These crisp pastry nests, filled with custard cream, are baked at 200°C until crusted golden, then lightly dusted with cinnamon on their way to a happy ending in nearly 15,000 mouths per day (50,000 on Sunday).
Bairros
Graça dates back to the foundation of an Agostinhos Convent ,a thirteenth century construction under the name of St. Augustine. In 1305, this convent became Convento da Nossa Senhora da Graça, after which the neighbourghood was then named. Today Graça is this charming neighborhood we know: a mixture of old and new, where the spirit of old Lisbon is felt and the renewal brought about by the new inhabitants.
Because Graça is located on the highest hill of Lisbon, this is where the best viewpoints are. In fact, it has not one, but two viewpoints: the viewpoint of Graça and the viewpoint of Senhora do Monte that despite being packed with weekenders and tourists every day, always allow an unobstructed view over the capital.
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Graça
Graça dates back to the foundation of an Agostinhos Convent ,a thirteenth century construction under the name of St. Augustine. In 1305, this convent became Convento da Nossa Senhora da Graça, after which the neighbourghood was then named. Today Graça is this charming neighborhood we know: a mixture of old and new, where the spirit of old Lisbon is felt and the renewal brought about by the new inhabitants.
Because Graça is located on the highest hill of Lisbon, this is where the best viewpoints are. In fact, it has not one, but two viewpoints: the viewpoint of Graça and the viewpoint of Senhora do Monte that despite being packed with weekenders and tourists every day, always allow an unobstructed view over the capital.
Wedged between Bairro Alto and Rato, Príncipe Real is an open-minded, bohemian-flavoured corner of Lisbon, perfect for lazy days spent exploring markets, antique stores and hip boutiques. Artists, up-and-coming designers and the gay community all call this enclave home.
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Príncipe Real
Wedged between Bairro Alto and Rato, Príncipe Real is an open-minded, bohemian-flavoured corner of Lisbon, perfect for lazy days spent exploring markets, antique stores and hip boutiques. Artists, up-and-coming designers and the gay community all call this enclave home.
Wander downhill (to save your legs) through Alfama's steep, narrow, cobblestoned streets and catch a glimpse of the more traditional side of Lisbon before it too is gentrified. Linger in a backstreet cafe along the way and experience some local bonhomie without the tourist gloss.
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Alfama
Wander downhill (to save your legs) through Alfama's steep, narrow, cobblestoned streets and catch a glimpse of the more traditional side of Lisbon before it too is gentrified. Linger in a backstreet cafe along the way and experience some local bonhomie without the tourist gloss.