Guidebook for Lisbon
Sightseeing
The resting place of Vasco da Gama is a church built in the 1500s as part of a magnificent monastery. Its cloisters are considered among the most beautiful in the world. World Heritage by Unesco.
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Monasterio de los Jerónimos
The resting place of Vasco da Gama is a church built in the 1500s as part of a magnificent monastery. Its cloisters are considered among the most beautiful in the world. World Heritage by Unesco.
The city's icon is also a symbol of the Age of Discovery. Built in the early 1500s, this ornate watchtower has been declared a World Heritage monument by UNESCO.
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Belém Tower
Av. BrasíliaThe city's icon is also a symbol of the Age of Discovery. Built in the early 1500s, this ornate watchtower has been declared a World Heritage monument by UNESCO.
Top attraction, from the age of discovery.
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Monumento a los Descubrimientos
Av. BrasíliaTop attraction, from the age of discovery.
Bairro Alto is a picturesque working class quarter dating from the 16th century that has traditionally been the city's bohemian haunt of artists and writers. Full of Restaurants and Bars.
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Bairro Alto
21 Tv. InglesinhosBairro Alto is a picturesque working class quarter dating from the 16th century that has traditionally been the city's bohemian haunt of artists and writers. Full of Restaurants and Bars.
The Castle of São Jorge is a Moorish castle occupying a commanding hilltop overlooking the historic centre of the Portuguese city of Lisbon and Tagus River.
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Castelo de São Jorge
Rua de Santa Cruz do CasteloThe Castle of São Jorge is a Moorish castle occupying a commanding hilltop overlooking the historic centre of the Portuguese city of Lisbon and Tagus River.
One of the most typical districts of Lisbon, steps away from the Cathedral and the São Jorge Castle. Fado Restaurants/Houses. Hidden nooks, castle-facing miradouros (viewpoints).
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Alfama
One of the most typical districts of Lisbon, steps away from the Cathedral and the São Jorge Castle. Fado Restaurants/Houses. Hidden nooks, castle-facing miradouros (viewpoints).
The elevator travels up and down a steep hill in the city. The whole journey is 265 meters long, connecting the Restauradores Square in the downtown area with the Sao Pedro de Alcantara belvedere.
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Elevador da Gloria
The elevator travels up and down a steep hill in the city. The whole journey is 265 meters long, connecting the Restauradores Square in the downtown area with the Sao Pedro de Alcantara belvedere.
Santa Justa elevator (Elevador, in portuguese), also referred to as Carmo Lift, is more than just a public mode of transport. For one, it’s well-known for its grand architectural style and filigree.
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Ascensor de Santa Justa
R. do OuroSanta Justa elevator (Elevador, in portuguese), also referred to as Carmo Lift, is more than just a public mode of transport. For one, it’s well-known for its grand architectural style and filigree.
Hilltop sites presenting unobstructed views of Lisbon are called Miradouros, Portuguese for panoramic viewpoints. These miradouros are usually the highest point of each peak in Lisbon.
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Miradouro de Santa Catarina
Hilltop sites presenting unobstructed views of Lisbon are called Miradouros, Portuguese for panoramic viewpoints. These miradouros are usually the highest point of each peak in Lisbon.
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.
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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.
All roads lead to Praça Dom Pedro IV, which lisboêtas nickname Rossio. The square has a 24-hour buzz: office workers, hash-peddlers and sightseers drift across its wave-like cobbles.
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Rossio Square
All roads lead to Praça Dom Pedro IV, which lisboêtas nickname Rossio. The square has a 24-hour buzz: office workers, hash-peddlers and sightseers drift across its wave-like cobbles.
Basílica da Estrela
Praça da EstrelaCathedral
Assembly of the Republic
Praça da Constituição de 1976Portuguese Parliament
The site that hosted the last world fair of the 20th century, Expo 98. Great river side walks; Restaurants; Casino; Bars; Shopping Center; Lisbon Aquarium (Oceanário)
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Parque das Nações
The site that hosted the last world fair of the 20th century, Expo 98. Great river side walks; Restaurants; Casino; Bars; Shopping Center; Lisbon Aquarium (Oceanário)
Bull fight ring; Shopping Center; Modern Lisbon
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Campo Pequeno
Bull fight ring; Shopping Center; Modern Lisbon
Miradouro Santa Luzia
Largo de Santa LuziaGreat Lisbon views
Slightly run-down, Lisbon's botanical garden is perhaps in part because of that, an enchanting sight. It is actually quite large (covering 10 acres), but you wouldn't know it from the entrance.
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Jardim Botânico de Lisboa
58 R. da Escola PolitécnicaSlightly run-down, Lisbon's botanical garden is perhaps in part because of that, an enchanting sight. It is actually quite large (covering 10 acres), but you wouldn't know it from the entrance.
Largo dos Jerónimos
Largo dos JerónimosNice garden
A lovely village with glorious beaches, great seafood restaurantes and a vibrant nightlife wait for your visit. Do not miss Estoril...
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Cascais
A lovely village with glorious beaches, great seafood restaurantes and a vibrant nightlife wait for your visit. Do not miss Estoril...
The magnificent village of Sintra is all her magic and full of splendour. A romantic realm where majestic palaces, a fairytale Castle and glamorous mansions properties emerge in the midst of mountains
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Sintra
The magnificent village of Sintra is all her magic and full of splendour. A romantic realm where majestic palaces, a fairytale Castle and glamorous mansions properties emerge in the midst of mountains
One of the most beautiful beaches of Portugal. A Mecca for surfers and kite surfers and a paradise for swimmers and sunbathers of cascais, when they are lucky... :-)
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Praia do Guincho
One of the most beautiful beaches of Portugal. A Mecca for surfers and kite surfers and a paradise for swimmers and sunbathers of cascais, when they are lucky... :-)
Cabo da Roca is the westernmost point of the European continent or, as wrote Luís Vaz de Camões, the place "Where the land ends and the sea begins" (in Os Lusíadas, Canto VIII)
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Cabo da Roca
s/n Estrada do Cabo da RocaCabo da Roca is the westernmost point of the European continent or, as wrote Luís Vaz de Camões, the place "Where the land ends and the sea begins" (in Os Lusíadas, Canto VIII)
The National Palace of Queluz and its historic gardens are one of the most extraordinary examples of harmonious link between landscape and palatial architecture in Portugal. Built in 1747
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Queluz National Palace
The National Palace of Queluz and its historic gardens are one of the most extraordinary examples of harmonious link between landscape and palatial architecture in Portugal. Built in 1747
Built by D. João V to fulfill a vow of succession, is the most important monument of Baroque in Portugal.
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Palacio Nacional de Mafra
Terreiro Dom João VBuilt by D. João V to fulfill a vow of succession, is the most important monument of Baroque in Portugal.
Ex-libris of Sintra. Combine the pursuit of exoticism to the fascination with nature. Between exotic and native species trees, discover many monuments that form a set not to be missed.
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Parque y Palacio Nacional de Pena
Estrada da PenaEx-libris of Sintra. Combine the pursuit of exoticism to the fascination with nature. Between exotic and native species trees, discover many monuments that form a set not to be missed.
The Citadel of Nossa Senhora da Luz, is part of the military forts built between the 15th and 17th centuries for coast defense. Completely remodeled, is now home of an Hotel, shops and terrace rests
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Fortress of Our Lady of Light
246 Av. Dom Carlos IThe Citadel of Nossa Senhora da Luz, is part of the military forts built between the 15th and 17th centuries for coast defense. Completely remodeled, is now home of an Hotel, shops and terrace rests
There, you can find heaven on the sea shore. Breathe. Relax. Feel... The time goes slowly around here.
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Azenhas do Mar
There, you can find heaven on the sea shore. Breathe. Relax. Feel... The time goes slowly around here.
One of the most beautiful architectural and landscape Romantic creations in Portugal. It was built in 1858 for Sir Francis Cook.
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Parque y palacio Monserrate
Rua Visconde de MonserrateOne of the most beautiful architectural and landscape Romantic creations in Portugal. It was built in 1858 for Sir Francis Cook.
Food Scene
The best Custart Tarts in the world :-)
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Pastéis de Belém
84 R. de BelémThe best Custart Tarts in the world :-)
Lovely Restaurantes and Terraces by the river side
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Doca de Alcântara
Lovely Restaurantes and Terraces by the river side
An urban fragment, kept hidden for years, is now returned to the city in the form of LXFactory. A creative island occupied by restaurants, stores and designers/artists, in a fashion atmosphere.
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Napron Love - thinking designers
Rua Rodrigues de FariaAn urban fragment, kept hidden for years, is now returned to the city in the form of LXFactory. A creative island occupied by restaurants, stores and designers/artists, in a fashion atmosphere.
The menu is all tapas-sized dishes of traditional Portuguese cuisine with the chef Vitor Sobral personal touch, and almost all under 10 euros. Sophisticated yet informal.
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Tasca da Esquina
41C R. Domingos SequeiraThe menu is all tapas-sized dishes of traditional Portuguese cuisine with the chef Vitor Sobral personal touch, and almost all under 10 euros. Sophisticated yet informal.
After Michelin star recognition at the historic Tavares restaurant, chef José Avillez decided to create his own little spot where he could present a simpler and varied cuisine.
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Cantinho do Avillez
7 R. Duques de BragançaAfter Michelin star recognition at the historic Tavares restaurant, chef José Avillez decided to create his own little spot where he could present a simpler and varied cuisine.
Nice and trendy Fish Restaurante in the heart of Chiado/Bairro Alto
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Sea Me
21 Rua do LoretoNice and trendy Fish Restaurante in the heart of Chiado/Bairro Alto
A Trempe
11 R. Coelho da RochaNice typical Portuguese restaurant
Restaurante Confraria Lx
12A R. do AlecrimGreat Sushi
Because it faces the parliament building, this sophisticated restaurant often attracts politicians, but everyone enjoys its superb soufflés and fried specialties. The wine list is excellent.
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Restaurante XL
57 Calçada da EstrelaBecause it faces the parliament building, this sophisticated restaurant often attracts politicians, but everyone enjoys its superb soufflés and fried specialties. The wine list is excellent.
Peixaria da Esquina
56 R. Correia TelesNice restaurant
The restaurant responsible for turning Bairro Alto into Lisbon's trendiest dining neighborhood is still the most famous in the area. you must book ahead.
213 464 811
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Pap'Açorda
49 Av. 24 de JulhoThe restaurant responsible for turning Bairro Alto into Lisbon's trendiest dining neighborhood is still the most famous in the area. you must book ahead.
213 464 811
Ramiro
1 Av. Alm. ReisBest Sea Food Restaurant in Lisbon
If you're curious about the long name, it means "The Best Chocolate Cake in the World." it´s a residential area but if you remain in tram 28 until its last stop, you can judge the cake for yourself.
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World's best chocolate cake
nº 62A R. Ten. Ferreira DurãoIf you're curious about the long name, it means "The Best Chocolate Cake in the World." it´s a residential area but if you remain in tram 28 until its last stop, you can judge the cake for yourself.
One of our favorites Pizza restaurants, with a great river view
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Casanova
Avenida Infante Dom HenriqueOne of our favorites Pizza restaurants, with a great river view
Family restaurant with Nice Pizzas with a very good price.
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Restaurante di Casa
13 Avenida Infante SantoFamily restaurant with Nice Pizzas with a very good price.
Nice Sea Food restaurants; Great Lisbon views; A nice ferry trip from Belém
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Porto Brandão
Nice Sea Food restaurants; Great Lisbon views; A nice ferry trip from Belém
Probably, the best ice cream in the world (at least, for us...).
You can also try it in Cascais and Time Out Mercado da Ribeira
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Gelados Santini
88 R. do CarmoProbably, the best ice cream in the world (at least, for us...).
You can also try it in Cascais and Time Out Mercado da Ribeira
Nice Sea Food restaurants; Great Lisbon views; A nice ferry trip from Belém
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Trafaria
Nice Sea Food restaurants; Great Lisbon views; A nice ferry trip from Belém
Probably the best sirloin steaks in town (not cheap...).
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Café de São Bento
212 R. de São BentoProbably the best sirloin steaks in town (not cheap...).
The building used to be a 17th century convent. Set in the very peaceful quarter in Santo (Lapa) this is one of the most atmospheric restaurants in Lisbon. Not cheap... but unique!
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A Travessa
12 Tv. do Convento das BernardasThe building used to be a 17th century convent. Set in the very peaceful quarter in Santo (Lapa) this is one of the most atmospheric restaurants in Lisbon. Not cheap... but unique!
One of the best Sushi restaurants in Lisbon.
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Estado Líquido Sushi Lounge
Largo Santos 5One of the best Sushi restaurants in Lisbon.
It offers a sunny terrace and a traditional Portuguese cuisine.
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31 d'Armada
31 Praça da ArmadaIt offers a sunny terrace and a traditional Portuguese cuisine.
A cozy and familiar Italian restaurante with candle lights. Ideal for a romanting dinner.
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Come Prima
258 R. do OlivalA cozy and familiar Italian restaurante with candle lights. Ideal for a romanting dinner.
A traditional Lisbon pastry, with very good "Pasteis de Nata"
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Pastelaria Cristal Lda
A traditional Lisbon pastry, with very good "Pasteis de Nata"
A sophisticated restaurante with a mediterranean creative cuisine. Great terrace to enjoy on summer days.
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Clube de Jornalistas
129 Rua das TrinasA sophisticated restaurante with a mediterranean creative cuisine. Great terrace to enjoy on summer days.
From the Chef Henrique Sá Pessoa. Recreates the old Portuguese récipes with a very contemporary twist (only dinner).
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Alma-Henrique Sa Pessoa
15 Rua AnchietaFrom the Chef Henrique Sá Pessoa. Recreates the old Portuguese récipes with a very contemporary twist (only dinner).
The best Russian restaurante in town, with a certain exotic aura.
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Restaurante A Tapadinha
41 Calçada da TapadaThe best Russian restaurante in town, with a certain exotic aura.
This is the classiest Fado space in Lisbon, serving traditional Portuguese cuisine and a couple of vegetarian options.
Those who just want to hear the Fado will pay an admission charge.
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Sr. Vinho
18 R. do Meio à LapaThis is the classiest Fado space in Lisbon, serving traditional Portuguese cuisine and a couple of vegetarian options.
Those who just want to hear the Fado will pay an admission charge.
With over 30 types of bread and pastries, this is a revival of the traditional bakeries but with a contemporary ambiance. You can take the bread and pastries home or enjoy light meals .
Rua 4 de Infantaria 30A
With over 30 types of bread and pastries, this is a revival of the traditional bakeries but with a contemporary ambiance. You can take the bread and pastries home or enjoy light meals .
A warehouse that formerly housed cars is now one of Lisbon's trendiest cafés and Gourmet shops. It's especially popular during weekend brunches, with the outdoor patio on sunny days.
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DeliDelux
A warehouse that formerly housed cars is now one of Lisbon's trendiest cafés and Gourmet shops. It's especially popular during weekend brunches, with the outdoor patio on sunny days.
The tables outside are almost always full, but that's because this is one of the most pleasant cafés in the city,
Drink a coffee, try the pastry or a quick meal of traditional Portuguese dishes.
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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,
Drink a coffee, try the pastry or a quick meal of traditional Portuguese dishes.
Facing the river, serving meals throughout the day. Three different menus, one for lunch,one for the afternoon, and one for dinner. Expect lighter meals in the daytime menus and elaborate for dinner
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Darwin's Café
Facing the river, serving meals throughout the day. Three different menus, one for lunch,one for the afternoon, and one for dinner. Expect lighter meals in the daytime menus and elaborate for dinner
After his Michelin-starred restaurant (Belcanto) and a pizzeria (Pizzaria Lisboa), chef José Avillez decided to open a café for light meals, also in the Chiado district.
Largo de São Carlos
After his Michelin-starred restaurant (Belcanto) and a pizzeria (Pizzaria Lisboa), chef José Avillez decided to open a café for light meals, also in the Chiado district.
It was one of the first trendy restaurants in Lisbon to offer fusion cuisine, and remains an outstanding place today.
The refined food is served in a tastefully designed space.
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Alcântara Café
15 R. Maria Luísa HolsteinIt was one of the first trendy restaurants in Lisbon to offer fusion cuisine, and remains an outstanding place today.
The refined food is served in a tastefully designed space.
The tradicional portuguese "Prego" (steak sandwiche) transformed with sea specialties. From the same owners of "Sea Me", in Bairro Alto.
Rua da Escola Politécnica 40
The tradicional portuguese "Prego" (steak sandwiche) transformed with sea specialties. From the same owners of "Sea Me", in Bairro Alto.
It is a blend of Buenos Aires, Paris and Lisbon. Make sure you book your table in advance and, if the weather allows, sit at a table outside from where you get a fantastic view of the Castle.
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Café Buenos Aires
31B Calçada do DuqueIt is a blend of Buenos Aires, Paris and Lisbon. Make sure you book your table in advance and, if the weather allows, sit at a table outside from where you get a fantastic view of the Castle.
Charming restaurant in the heart of old Alfama (it's found facing a lovely courtyard filled with vines). It is often full, specially the tables in the lovely terrace. You should book a table.
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Santo António de Alfama
7 Beco São MiguelCharming restaurant in the heart of old Alfama (it's found facing a lovely courtyard filled with vines). It is often full, specially the tables in the lovely terrace. You should book a table.
Found in The Independente Hostel in Príncipe Real, serves good Portuguese cuisine using seasonal ingredients. The prices are quite reasonable, serves lunch, afternoon snacks, dinner and Sunday brunch.
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The Decadente
81 R. de São Pedro de AlcântaraFound in The Independente Hostel in Príncipe Real, serves good Portuguese cuisine using seasonal ingredients. The prices are quite reasonable, serves lunch, afternoon snacks, dinner and Sunday brunch.
It has a very inviting courtyard with fantastic city views where you can be served a mix of Portuguese and Int. cuisine, and a more formal and romantic interior dining area with even better views.
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Chapitô à Mesa
7 Costa do Castelo It has a very inviting courtyard with fantastic city views where you can be served a mix of Portuguese and Int. cuisine, and a more formal and romantic interior dining area with even better views.
It's always full. Presents an Italian menu in a contemporary interior and in a large terrace overlooking the city. The ambience is laid-back but with a sensible refinement. 213 881 892
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Restaurante Tapisco
81 R. Dom Pedro VIt's always full. Presents an Italian menu in a contemporary interior and in a large terrace overlooking the city. The ambience is laid-back but with a sensible refinement. 213 881 892
This is one of the most popular cafés in Lisbon and once inside you'll see why.
It's a charming, low-lit space with exposed stone walls decorated with old furnishings like sewing machines as tables.
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Fábulas
nº14 Calçada Nova de São FranciscoThis is one of the most popular cafés in Lisbon and once inside you'll see why.
It's a charming, low-lit space with exposed stone walls decorated with old furnishings like sewing machines as tables.
Whether as a meeting spot for friends or a place for solitary reading, many Lisboetas will say this is their favorite café.
National and international periodicals are available to accompany your meal
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Pois Café
93 R. de São João da PraçaWhether as a meeting spot for friends or a place for solitary reading, many Lisboetas will say this is their favorite café.
National and international periodicals are available to accompany your meal
The hippest restaurant in Lisbon for over a decade is still the place to see and be seen. It's known for being co-owned by actor John Malkovich, but has remained popular mostly for its gourmet cuisine
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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. It's known for being co-owned by actor John Malkovich, but has remained popular mostly for its gourmet cuisine
A glassed, white rectangle of minimalist design between the Discoveries Monument and Altis Belém Hotel on the way to the Tower of Belém, is the space for a pleasant café serving light meals.
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À margem
A glassed, white rectangle of minimalist design between the Discoveries Monument and Altis Belém Hotel on the way to the Tower of Belém, is the space for a pleasant café serving light meals.
This restaurant in a former salt warehouse facing the river offers a gastronomic voyage to the former Portuguese colony of Mozambique.
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IBO Restaurante
Cais do SodréThis restaurant in a former salt warehouse facing the river offers a gastronomic voyage to the former Portuguese colony of Mozambique.
This contemporary restaurant wants to bring back the old Lisbon tradition of a relaxed place for get-togethers accompanied by traditional Portuguese dishes.
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Taberna Tosca
21 Praça São PauloThis contemporary restaurant wants to bring back the old Lisbon tradition of a relaxed place for get-togethers accompanied by traditional Portuguese dishes.
It dates from 1922 but the palatial interior actually makes it seem even older. Mirrors, glass and art nouveau touches make up the décor, serving the biggest variety of pastries in Lisbon.
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Versailles
528 R. da JunqueiraIt dates from 1922 but the palatial interior actually makes it seem even older. Mirrors, glass and art nouveau touches make up the décor, serving the biggest variety of pastries in Lisbon.
This café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and afternoon snacks every day of the week.
It's also a grocery store with traditional Portuguese and international products, a bakery and pastry shop.
Avenida da República 25A
This café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and afternoon snacks every day of the week.
It's also a grocery store with traditional Portuguese and international products, a bakery and pastry shop.
Classic Portuguese dishes are the specialty at this refined rustic-style restaurant in Bairro Alto.
It's found in an attractively renovated space of a former bakery, where it kept the original stone.
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As Salgadeiras
18 R. das SalgadeirasClassic Portuguese dishes are the specialty at this refined rustic-style restaurant in Bairro Alto.
It's found in an attractively renovated space of a former bakery, where it kept the original stone.
Many Lisboetas choose this as their favorite tea spot.
It used to have a rather rustic décor but a makeover has given it a more classic and sophisticated look.
Cultura do Chá
38 R. das SalgadeirasMany Lisboetas choose this as their favorite tea spot.
It used to have a rather rustic décor but a makeover has given it a more classic and sophisticated look.
It's almost two centuries old (it was founded in 1829) but holds on to its reputation as one of Lisbon's best cafés and pastry shops.
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Confeitaria Nacional
18B Praça da FigueiraIt's almost two centuries old (it was founded in 1829) but holds on to its reputation as one of Lisbon's best cafés and pastry shops.
Even if you don't plan to eat here, be sure to pass by this restaurant simply to admire its beautiful Moorish courtyard. It serves traditional dishes from the Alentejo region.
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Casa do Alentejo
58 R. das Portas de Santo AntãoEven if you don't plan to eat here, be sure to pass by this restaurant simply to admire its beautiful Moorish courtyard. It serves traditional dishes from the Alentejo region.
A huge chandelier made of three thousand cans hanging from the ceiling reveals what this contemporary space is all about. It's a café and "petiscos" (tapas) restaurante.
Can the Can Lisboa
82 Praça do ComércioA huge chandelier made of three thousand cans hanging from the ceiling reveals what this contemporary space is all about. It's a café and "petiscos" (tapas) restaurante.
Ever felt like what you ate at a restaurant wasn't worth the price? At "Cantina da Estrela" you'll never leave feeling like you were ripped off because you decide what each dish is worth.
Cantina da Estrela
35 R. Saraiva de CarvalhoEver felt like what you ate at a restaurant wasn't worth the price? At "Cantina da Estrela" you'll never leave feeling like you were ripped off because you decide what each dish is worth.
Traditional/modern market (San Miguel - Madrid style). Together with fish, seafood, meat, and fruits, there are spaces specializing in pastries, pizza, sushi, burgers, steakes and drinks.
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Rua Coelho da Rocha
Rua Coelho da RochaTraditional/modern market (San Miguel - Madrid style). Together with fish, seafood, meat, and fruits, there are spaces specializing in pastries, pizza, sushi, burgers, steakes and drinks.
The latest trendy spot. The merger of the traditional activity of a market, retaining its genuine character, with radically different activities of gastronomy, culture, leisure and commerce.
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Travessa Ribeira Nova
The latest trendy spot. The merger of the traditional activity of a market, retaining its genuine character, with radically different activities of gastronomy, culture, leisure and commerce.
A block west of the park, this handsomely set pastelaria and restaurant impresses with its teas, sandwiches, daily specials and pastries. The best "Pastel de Nata" of the world! Do not miss it! :-)
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Pastelaria Garrett
54 Av. de NiceA block west of the park, this handsomely set pastelaria and restaurant impresses with its teas, sandwiches, daily specials and pastries. The best "Pastel de Nata" of the world! Do not miss it! :-)
One of our favorites. With a privileged location on the Atlantic, a modern design and a warm atmosphere, the restaurant offers you excellent choices of fish and seafood dishes with a great view.
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Restaurante Furnas do Guincho Lda.
One of our favorites. With a privileged location on the Atlantic, a modern design and a warm atmosphere, the restaurant offers you excellent choices of fish and seafood dishes with a great view.
The oldest of the famous Sintra's cheesecakes, whose first historical references date back to the year 1756. Currently a pastry shop and tea room, is the perfect place to experience these typical cake
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Queijadas da Sapa
12 Volta do DucheThe oldest of the famous Sintra's cheesecakes, whose first historical references date back to the year 1756. Currently a pastry shop and tea room, is the perfect place to experience these typical cake
For many, no visit to Sintra is complete without a stop at Piriquita, a café known for selling the best Sintra specialties - the "Travesseiro" and the "Queijada" (cheese tart).
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Casa Piriquita
1 R. PadariasFor many, no visit to Sintra is complete without a stop at Piriquita, a café known for selling the best Sintra specialties - the "Travesseiro" and the "Queijada" (cheese tart).
A great fish and seafood restaurante in one of the beautiful beachs in Portugal (Praia da Adraga)
74 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurante d'Adraga
Rua da Praia da AdragaA great fish and seafood restaurante in one of the beautiful beachs in Portugal (Praia da Adraga)
The best Sushi in town in a great ambience... You have to book 00351214834614
47 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Confraria
14 R. Luís Xavier PalmeirimThe best Sushi in town in a great ambience... You have to book 00351214834614
Much like a stage, with a superb view of Rossio ,
The place conveys the inspiration and the concept in the fusion of traditional and sophisticated. Nice and afordable. lunch(menu 15 €) and dinners.
Internacional Design Hotel
3 Rua da BetesgaMuch like a stage, with a superb view of Rossio ,
The place conveys the inspiration and the concept in the fusion of traditional and sophisticated. Nice and afordable. lunch(menu 15 €) and dinners.
Everything Else
Top attraction - National Palace
178 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Palacio Nacional da Ajuda
Largo da AjudaTop attraction - National Palace
Provides a satisfying slive of daily life at leafy squares, French-flavoured patisseries, avant-garde design shops, antique stores and retro-cool cafés. Perfect for a lazy brunch or afternoon mooch.
466 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Príncipe Real
Provides a satisfying slive of daily life at leafy squares, French-flavoured patisseries, avant-garde design shops, antique stores and retro-cool cafés. Perfect for a lazy brunch or afternoon mooch.
This romantic 19th century park is a lovely spot for reading, jogging, and for children to play.
556 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Jardim Guerra Junqueiro
12 Praça da EstrelaThis romantic 19th century park is a lovely spot for reading, jogging, and for children to play.
To catch the Train to Sintra; Great arquitecture
383 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rossio - Lisboa station
125 R. 1º de DezembroTo catch the Train to Sintra; Great arquitecture
Wide and romanting garden dated back to the 18th Century.
110 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque de Necessidades
Calçada NecessidadesWide and romanting garden dated back to the 18th Century.
Arts & Culture
Fascinating Oriental and European art makes up the collection of Portugal's "National Gallery." Much of it is related to the Age of Discovery, illustrating Portugal's links with Asia and Africa.
781 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga
Rua das Janelas VerdesFascinating Oriental and European art makes up the collection of Portugal's "National Gallery." Much of it is related to the Age of Discovery, illustrating Portugal's links with Asia and Africa.
National Golden Coaches Museum
483 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Nacional del Automóvil
136 Av. da ÍndiaNational Golden Coaches Museum
A Portuguese millionaire has put together one of Europe's greatest modern art collections which includes works by Andy Warhol, Picasso, and Dali among others. Best of all, it's free.
211 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Colección Berardo
Praça do ImpérioA Portuguese millionaire has put together one of Europe's greatest modern art collections which includes works by Andy Warhol, Picasso, and Dali among others. Best of all, it's free.
One of the 20th century’s great philanthropists, Armenian Calouste Gulbenkian, left much of his art and historic artefacts to his favoured city, Lisbon.
779 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museu Calouste Gulbenkian
45A Av. de BernaOne of the 20th century’s great philanthropists, Armenian Calouste Gulbenkian, left much of his art and historic artefacts to his favoured city, Lisbon.
The house where the great Portuguese Poet lived for his last 15 years.
89 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Casa Fernando Pessoa
18 R. Coelho da RochaThe house where the great Portuguese Poet lived for his last 15 years.
Lisbon's Design and Fashion Museum showcases innovative design and fashion pieces from the 20th century to the present, a collection put together by Portuguese businessman Francico Capelo.
221 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
MUDE
24 R. AugustaLisbon's Design and Fashion Museum showcases innovative design and fashion pieces from the 20th century to the present, a collection put together by Portuguese businessman Francico Capelo.
Not only is this one of the largest aquariums in the world, it also has one of the best designs for such a space. It stands in the middle of the river and contains over 25,000 sea creatures.
571 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Oceanário de Lisboa
s/nº Esplanada Dom Carlos INot only is this one of the largest aquariums in the world, it also has one of the best designs for such a space. It stands in the middle of the river and contains over 25,000 sea creatures.
This monumental station was designed by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava. It was built to provide access to the site of the World Fair in 1998, now a business and residential district.
126 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Estação do Oriente
Av. Dom João IIThis monumental station was designed by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava. It was built to provide access to the site of the World Fair in 1998, now a business and residential district.
Some of the work of the great Portuguese artist Paula Rego. The Museum was designed by the great portuguese architect Eduardo Souto and Moura and it's worth just for it.
280 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Casa de las Historias Paula Rego
300 Av. da RepúblicaSome of the work of the great Portuguese artist Paula Rego. The Museum was designed by the great portuguese architect Eduardo Souto and Moura and it's worth just for it.
Shopping
The first big shopping center in the City. Shops, hipermarket, restaurantes and cinemas.
205 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Vista panorámica de 360 grados de Amoreiras
1070 Av. Eng. Duarte PachecoThe first big shopping center in the City. Shops, hipermarket, restaurantes and cinemas.
The top stores in Lisbon; Nice walk
621 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Avenida da Liberdade
Avenida da LiberdadeThe top stores in Lisbon; Nice walk
Turn back time and grab a classic Portuguese product as a gift. Some "Lisboetas" come here for the same soaps, toothpastes and gourmet products their grandmothers used to buy.
310 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A Vida Portuguesa
23 Largo do Intendente Pina ManiqueTurn back time and grab a classic Portuguese product as a gift. Some "Lisboetas" come here for the same soaps, toothpastes and gourmet products their grandmothers used to buy.
Visiting this shop is a true cultural experience. It presents authentic Portuguese crafts, from puppets to Arraiolos carpets to hand-painted azulejos.
The interior itself is quite beautiful.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A Arte da Terra
84 Rua da Senhora do MonteVisiting this shop is a true cultural experience. It presents authentic Portuguese crafts, from puppets to Arraiolos carpets to hand-painted azulejos.
The interior itself is quite beautiful.
This shopping gallery in a palatial neo-Moorish building from the 1800s had its rooms divided into several shops, all combining tradition, creativity, and innovation in design fashion.
30 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Praça do Príncipe Real
This shopping gallery in a palatial neo-Moorish building from the 1800s had its rooms divided into several shops, all combining tradition, creativity, and innovation in design fashion.
In business since 1956, this shop offers top-quality antique tiles, many of them salvaged from old churches and palaces.
You'll find Moorish-style 15th-cent. productions together with 20th-cent. Art.
Rua Dom Pedro v 68
In business since 1956, this shop offers top-quality antique tiles, many of them salvaged from old churches and palaces.
You'll find Moorish-style 15th-cent. productions together with 20th-cent. Art.
Designers João Branco and Luis Sanchez have created a fairytale shop for their fairytale fashions in Chiado.
Their imaginative creations have caught international attention for their great details.
Storytailors Concept Store & Atelier
Designers João Branco and Luis Sanchez have created a fairytale shop for their fairytale fashions in Chiado.
Their imaginative creations have caught international attention for their great details.
Portugal's most unique design pieces are made of cork and you'll find many examples at this shop in Bairro Alto.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cork & Co
6 R. das SalgadeirasPortugal's most unique design pieces are made of cork and you'll find many examples at this shop in Bairro Alto.
Tourists love this old-fashioned shop that has been offering cans of fish since the 1930s.
The attraction is the precious retro packaging and the charm of the kept interior.
53 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Conserveira de Lisboa
34 Rua dos BacalhoeirosTourists love this old-fashioned shop that has been offering cans of fish since the 1930s.
The attraction is the precious retro packaging and the charm of the kept interior.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cais do Sodré / Rua Nova do Carvalho. Chic bars, terraces and discos. The Pink Street.
67 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rua Nova do Carvalho
Rua Nova do CarvalhoCais do Sodré / Rua Nova do Carvalho. Chic bars, terraces and discos. The Pink Street.
The right place for those who love live music. Jazz and Blues with a good meal.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Speakeasy
The right place for those who love live music. Jazz and Blues with a good meal.
Have a drink with a nice view and a good ambience. Beside the National Museum of Ancient Art.
125 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Le Chat
Have a drink with a nice view and a good ambience. Beside the National Museum of Ancient Art.
When the sun is shining, this is one of the places to be in Lisbon.
Sit at a table or on a lounge chair and feel the fresh air coming from the river and palm trees. Order a salad or asandwich. Enjoy.
29 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Meninos do Rio
255 Ciclovia Lisboa CidadeWhen the sun is shining, this is one of the places to be in Lisbon.
Sit at a table or on a lounge chair and feel the fresh air coming from the river and palm trees. Order a salad or asandwich. Enjoy.
Undoubtedly the most unique bar in the city, stepping into Pavilhão Chinês is almost like entering a museum. Ring the bell and the door opens to reveal five rooms decorated with curious objects.
299 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pavilhao Chines
89 R. Dom Pedro VUndoubtedly the most unique bar in the city, stepping into Pavilhão Chinês is almost like entering a museum. Ring the bell and the door opens to reveal five rooms decorated with curious objects.
The views are of Lisbon, the décor is inspired by India, but the ambience and menu are cosmopolitan. This café in a large terrace overlooking the city serves light meals throughout the day .
182 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lost In
Nº56-D R. Dom Pedro VThe views are of Lisbon, the décor is inspired by India, but the ambience and menu are cosmopolitan. This café in a large terrace overlooking the city serves light meals throughout the day .
Weather permitting, this rooftop bar is open every day from 6:30p.m-0am-It's on the 9th floor of the Mundial Hotel downtown (it's open to hotel non-guests),has some of the most magnificent views.
Largo Martim Moniz 2
Weather permitting, this rooftop bar is open every day from 6:30p.m-0am-It's on the 9th floor of the Mundial Hotel downtown (it's open to hotel non-guests),has some of the most magnificent views.
One of our favorites! The small terrace on the top floor of Bairro Alto Hotel is filled with comfortable sofas to offer great river views, cocktails and light meals.
Perfect for an afternoon drink.
231 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Praça Luís de Camões
Praça Luís de CamõesOne of our favorites! The small terrace on the top floor of Bairro Alto Hotel is filled with comfortable sofas to offer great river views, cocktails and light meals.
Perfect for an afternoon drink.
The undisputed king of all Clubs in Lisbon, Lux is home to the city's hottest nights.
It is owned by Jonh Malkovitch and has fabulous interiors and a spectacular rooftop terrace overlooking the river
697 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
LuxFrágil
The undisputed king of all Clubs in Lisbon, Lux is home to the city's hottest nights.
It is owned by Jonh Malkovitch and has fabulous interiors and a spectacular rooftop terrace overlooking the river
With one of the best views over the city, this rooftop bar accessed through the 9th flr of the Tivoli Lisboa Hotel offers a variety of cocktails, salads, wraps and soups. Stay for the sunset. May-Oct.
93 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sky Bar Lisboa by SEEN
185 Av. da LiberdadeWith one of the best views over the city, this rooftop bar accessed through the 9th flr of the Tivoli Lisboa Hotel offers a variety of cocktails, salads, wraps and soups. Stay for the sunset. May-Oct.
An 18th-century building that was once a boarding house with rooms rented by the hour to prostitutes and their clients is now occupied by various spaces, from ateliers to bars.
398 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pensao Amor
19 R. do AlecrimAn 18th-century building that was once a boarding house with rooms rented by the hour to prostitutes and their clients is now occupied by various spaces, from ateliers to bars.
It used to be a shop of fishing equip. and that past now inspires the décor. In addition to the drinks (beer and local wines) it also offers tin cans of a variety of fish that accompanied by bread.
57 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sol e Pesca
44 R. Nova do CarvalhoIt used to be a shop of fishing equip. and that past now inspires the décor. In addition to the drinks (beer and local wines) it also offers tin cans of a variety of fish that accompanied by bread.
It could be just another pestiscos/tapas bar but it's actually an "artistic tavern" where you hear Fado together with other music genres like flamenco, tango or zarzuela. It's a very simple space.
Rua Nova do Carvalho 32
It could be just another pestiscos/tapas bar but it's actually an "artistic tavern" where you hear Fado together with other music genres like flamenco, tango or zarzuela. It's a very simple space.
Live concerts and DJs have turned this eclectic club in the shabby-chic Cais do Sodré neighborhood into one of Lisbon's hottest addresses.
It offers a calendar rich in jazz, rock and house.
124 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Musicbox
24 R. Nova do CarvalhoLive concerts and DJs have turned this eclectic club in the shabby-chic Cais do Sodré neighborhood into one of Lisbon's hottest addresses.
It offers a calendar rich in jazz, rock and house.
It's found hidden in a street between downtown and the Santos district, behind a trio of trendy restaurants. It's a great place to catch some live music and DJs.
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Lounge
1 R. MoedaIt's found hidden in a street between downtown and the Santos district, behind a trio of trendy restaurants. It's a great place to catch some live music and DJs.
The city's most fabulous bar is found on the rooftop of a Chiado building.
It offers nearly 360-degree views of Lisbon and the most sophisticated and exclusive ambience in the city.
Rua da Misericórdia 14
14 Rua da MisericórdiaThe city's most fabulous bar is found on the rooftop of a Chiado building.
It offers nearly 360-degree views of Lisbon and the most sophisticated and exclusive ambience in the city.
Essentials
In this grocery store of Campo de Ourique, the smells and the tastes are Portuguese. They mix colors and flavors, opening doors to the world.
Rua Francisco Metrass 2A
In this grocery store of Campo de Ourique, the smells and the tastes are Portuguese. They mix colors and flavors, opening doors to the world.