Guidebook for Lisbon
Places not to miss
5 min walking distance from the apartment. The train will get you to Sintra (Unesco World Heritage Site) in about 35 minutes.
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Rossio - Lisboa station
125 R. 1º de Dezembro5 min walking distance from the apartment. The train will get you to Sintra (Unesco World Heritage Site) in about 35 minutes.
15 min walking distance is Lisbon's vibrant nightlife quarter; You may bar-hopping through the cobbled lanes or stand outside with a drink in hand in this XVI Century neighbourhood.
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Bairro Alto
21 Tv. Inglesinhos15 min walking distance is Lisbon's vibrant nightlife quarter; You may bar-hopping through the cobbled lanes or stand outside with a drink in hand in this XVI Century neighbourhood.
While riding in an antique tram, you will see the most picturesque Lisbon neighbourhoods.
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Tram 28 Apartment
nº29 R. Mal. SaldanhaWhile riding in an antique tram, you will see the most picturesque Lisbon neighbourhoods.
20min Walk Dist.Situated on top of the highest hill in Lisbon, it was built by Moors in the mid-eleventh century. Afonso Henriques captured it in 1147became the main residence of the Portuguese Kings.
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Castelo de S. Jorge
Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo20min Walk Dist.Situated on top of the highest hill in Lisbon, it was built by Moors in the mid-eleventh century. Afonso Henriques captured it in 1147became the main residence of the Portuguese Kings.
Imposing and notable monument. Great view from its rooftop. It was built immediately after the city was recaptured from the Moors following a vow made by King Afonso Henriques to São Vicente
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Kirken til São Vicente of Fora
Largo de São VicenteImposing and notable monument. Great view from its rooftop. It was built immediately after the city was recaptured from the Moors following a vow made by King Afonso Henriques to São Vicente
Less than 10 min walking, it´s Baixa District's main artery (Rua Augusta), leading north from Terreiro do Paço (known as Black Horse Square), to the beautiful Praça do Rossio (Praça Dom Pedro IV).
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Rua Augusta
64 R. de São NicolauLess than 10 min walking, it´s Baixa District's main artery (Rua Augusta), leading north from Terreiro do Paço (known as Black Horse Square), to the beautiful Praça do Rossio (Praça Dom Pedro IV).
Less than 10 min walking, it´s Baixa District's main artery (Rua Augusta), leading north from Terreiro do Paço (known as Black Horse Square), to the beautiful Praça do Rossio (Praça Dom Pedro IV).
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baixa pombalina
Less than 10 min walking, it´s Baixa District's main artery (Rua Augusta), leading north from Terreiro do Paço (known as Black Horse Square), to the beautiful Praça do Rossio (Praça Dom Pedro IV).
The most important building bordering Praça dos Restauradores was built in Baroque style between 1755 and 1777; Absolutely magnificent interior, especially the Mirror Room (in Louis XIV style).
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Foz-palasset
13 Calçada da GlóriaThe most important building bordering Praça dos Restauradores was built in Baroque style between 1755 and 1777; Absolutely magnificent interior, especially the Mirror Room (in Louis XIV style).
Lisbon's old medieval district is more like a village within the city. Its white houses and churches descend a hill towards the river, with beautiful views along the way.
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Alfama
Lisbon's old medieval district is more like a village within the city. Its white houses and churches descend a hill towards the river, with beautiful views along the way.
Situated on top of the highest hill in Lisbon, it was built by Moors in the mid-eleventh century. Afonso Henriques captured the castle in 1147became the main residence of the Portuguese Kings.
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Marquês de Pombal
Situated on top of the highest hill in Lisbon, it was built by Moors in the mid-eleventh century. Afonso Henriques captured the castle in 1147became the main residence of the Portuguese Kings.
Lisbon's most monumental district is a homage to Vasco da Gama, Prince Henry the Navigator and the explorers of the city's Age of Discovery. It's home to World Heritage architecture and museums.
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Belém
Lisbon's most monumental district is a homage to Vasco da Gama, Prince Henry the Navigator and the explorers of the city's Age of Discovery. It's home to World Heritage architecture and museums.
You can get a panorama of almost the entire city from here, but not too many people seem to know that.
The only company you'll likely have here is one or two young couples.
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Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
Largo MonteYou can get a panorama of almost the entire city from here, but not too many people seem to know that.
The only company you'll likely have here is one or two young couples.
The port of Lisbon and the landmark 25 de Abril Bridge are seen from this terrace, where you can also sit and watch the cruise ships navigating by.
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Miradouro de Santa Catarina
The port of Lisbon and the landmark 25 de Abril Bridge are seen from this terrace, where you can also sit and watch the cruise ships navigating by.
Standing on the spot, you see the spot where Vasco da Gama left for his world-changing voyage to India.Be sure to look down to see visitors standing on the top of the world (a map on the pavement).
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Padrão dos Descobrimentos
Av. BrasíliaStanding on the spot, you see the spot where Vasco da Gama left for his world-changing voyage to India.Be sure to look down to see visitors standing on the top of the world (a map on the pavement).
This shaded terrace on a hill directly across from the castle allows you to gaze down on all of downtown towards the river.
It's also one of the most romantic spots in the city.
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Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara
Rua de São Pedro de AlcântaraThis shaded terrace on a hill directly across from the castle allows you to gaze down on all of downtown towards the river.
It's also one of the most romantic spots in the city.
The monumental stonework of the cloisters of this monastery glorifies the period when West met East and the man who brought those worlds together -- Vasco da Gama -- lies in the interior of the church
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Jerónimos-klosteret
The monumental stonework of the cloisters of this monastery glorifies the period when West met East and the man who brought those worlds together -- Vasco da Gama -- lies in the interior of the church
Lisbon's most famous landmark looks like a small castle out of a fairy-tale. It's a romantic architectural gem from the Age of Discovery that's classified as a World Heritage monument.
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Belém-tårnet
Av. BrasíliaLisbon's most famous landmark looks like a small castle out of a fairy-tale. It's a romantic architectural gem from the Age of Discovery that's classified as a World Heritage monument.
The story of the first contacts between the Old and the New World, and the cultural mix of the East and the West is told through the art of Portugal's national gallery.
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Nasjonalmuseet for antikk kunst
Rua das Janelas VerdesThe story of the first contacts between the Old and the New World, and the cultural mix of the East and the West is told through the art of Portugal's national gallery.
Magnificent convent from the 1500s is now also a museum that's unique in the world in showcasing the art of ceramic tile. Tilework is Portugal's national art, and this museum is a singular attraction.
Convento da Madre de Deus - Museu Nacional do Azulejo
1B R. Me. DeusMagnificent convent from the 1500s is now also a museum that's unique in the world in showcasing the art of ceramic tile. Tilework is Portugal's national art, and this museum is a singular attraction.
1st center of romantic architecture in Europe Sintra is a magically green town dotted with fantasy palaces and an exquisite, exotic feel that's been recognized by UNESCO as aWorld Heritage Site
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Sintra
1st center of romantic architecture in Europe Sintra is a magically green town dotted with fantasy palaces and an exquisite, exotic feel that's been recognized by UNESCO as aWorld Heritage Site
Pastéis de Belém
84 R. de BelémThe most famous pastries in the city. A must-eat!!
You may sample some of the best Portuguese wines. Very laid-back place serving local cheeses and hams to accompany the wines. Try the most famous Portuguese wine of all, Port!
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Chafariz do Vinho - Enoteca
Rua da Mãe d'Água à Praça da AlegriaYou may sample some of the best Portuguese wines. Very laid-back place serving local cheeses and hams to accompany the wines. Try the most famous Portuguese wine of all, Port!
It's one of the oldest buildings in the city, originally constructed in the twelfth century shortly after the reconquest of the city. With its Romanesque towers, i's an iconic Lisbon landmark.
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Lisboa katedral
1 Largo da SéIt's one of the oldest buildings in the city, originally constructed in the twelfth century shortly after the reconquest of the city. With its Romanesque towers, i's an iconic Lisbon landmark.
Sightseeing
For 2,50€/person, go upstairs (elevator) and enjoy a breathtaking view of the emblematic Terreiro do Paço public square, the Baixa district, Sé Cathedral, São Jorge Castle and the river Tagus.
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Augustusbuen
2 R. AugustaFor 2,50€/person, go upstairs (elevator) and enjoy a breathtaking view of the emblematic Terreiro do Paço public square, the Baixa district, Sé Cathedral, São Jorge Castle and the river Tagus.
Less than 1 min walking distance is Lisbon's "Champs Élysées". This main boulevard is lined with luxury shops (prada, Miu Miu, M.Kors,...), kiosks, gardens, and covered in beautiful mosaic pavements
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Avenida da Liberdade
Avenida da LiberdadeLess than 1 min walking distance is Lisbon's "Champs Élysées". This main boulevard is lined with luxury shops (prada, Miu Miu, M.Kors,...), kiosks, gardens, and covered in beautiful mosaic pavements
20 meters from the apartment. It hosts the oldest elevator in Lisbon (Lavra Elevator) - XIX Century, and one of our top 10 Lisbon Restaurants: Solar dos Presuntos (€€).
Largo da Anunciada
Largo da Anunciada20 meters from the apartment. It hosts the oldest elevator in Lisbon (Lavra Elevator) - XIX Century, and one of our top 10 Lisbon Restaurants: Solar dos Presuntos (€€).
This E"Elevador" (lift), designed by a disciple of Gustave Eiffel, connects the districts of Carmo & Baixa, and boasts impressive views over the Baixa and Lisbon.
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Santa Justa heisheis
R. do OuroThis E"Elevador" (lift), designed by a disciple of Gustave Eiffel, connects the districts of Carmo & Baixa, and boasts impressive views over the Baixa and Lisbon.
Next to the Chiado,It hosts the Carmo Convent and Carmo Church, fascinating historical sites in the city, which maintain their elegance and grandeur.
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Largo do Carmo
Largo do CarmoNext to the Chiado,It hosts the Carmo Convent and Carmo Church, fascinating historical sites in the city, which maintain their elegance and grandeur.
10 min walking distance is Baixa, the city's traditional shopping district where visitors can stroll around the streets and find dozens of shops offering a wide range of temptations.
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Baixa-Chiado station
10 min walking distance is Baixa, the city's traditional shopping district where visitors can stroll around the streets and find dozens of shops offering a wide range of temptations.
The Restauradores monument, an obelisk erected in 1886 which commemorates the restoration of Portuguese Independence from Spain in 1640, after 60 yrs under Spanish administration.
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Praça dos Restauradores
Praça dos RestauradoresThe Restauradores monument, an obelisk erected in 1886 which commemorates the restoration of Portuguese Independence from Spain in 1640, after 60 yrs under Spanish administration.
21st century Lisbon showcases futuristic architecture and has a maritime theme.
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Parque das Nações
21st century Lisbon showcases futuristic architecture and has a maritime theme.
You can look over the terracota rooftops of Alfama and the river from this incredibly charming terrace.
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Miradouro Santa Luzia
Largo de Santa LuziaYou can look over the terracota rooftops of Alfama and the river from this incredibly charming terrace.
All of downtown Lisbon built between two hills can be seen from the top of this sloping park. With a view of the castle and the river, this is a picture-perfect spot.
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Observasjonsdekkparken Eduardo VII
Alameda Cardeal CerejeiraAll of downtown Lisbon built between two hills can be seen from the top of this sloping park. With a view of the castle and the river, this is a picture-perfect spot.
Outstanding view of the city. With a kiosk café and views of the castle, it is also a popular meeting point, mixing locals and tourists.
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Graça
Outstanding view of the city. With a kiosk café and views of the castle, it is also a popular meeting point, mixing locals and tourists.
Found not far from the castle, this terrace offers the best postcard views (and photos) of Lisbon.
It overlooks the domes and rooftops of the city's oldest historical district and the river.
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Portas Do Sol
Beco de Santa HelenaFound not far from the castle, this terrace offers the best postcard views (and photos) of Lisbon.
It overlooks the domes and rooftops of the city's oldest historical district and the river.
Food Scene
One of the best restaurants in the city. A bit expensive, but in food and service, ir sure is worth it.
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Solar dos Presuntos
150 R. das Portas de Santo AntãoOne of the best restaurants in the city. A bit expensive, but in food and service, ir sure is worth it.
If you like spicy food, this is the place to come!! A mixture of Goese and Portuguese Food. Spicy Delicious!!
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Jesus é Goês
23 R. São JoséIf you like spicy food, this is the place to come!! A mixture of Goese and Portuguese Food. Spicy Delicious!!
Drinks & Nightlife
Undoubtedly the most unique bar in the city, stepping into Pavilhão Chinês is almost like entering a museum! Unique! Offers an extensive list of teas, Port Wine, cocktails and juices.
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Pavilhao Chines
89 R. Dom Pedro VUndoubtedly the most unique bar in the city, stepping into Pavilhão Chinês is almost like entering a museum! Unique! Offers an extensive list of teas, Port Wine, cocktails and juices.