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It serves some good light meals, drinks, and desserts, but the reason everyone comes here is really for the terrace with a panoramic view over the city. You'll be standing over Lisbon's rooftops as a live DJ spins a number of upbeat sounds. It's especially popular on Sunday afternoons.
188 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Noobai
188 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
It serves some good light meals, drinks, and desserts, but the reason everyone comes here is really for the terrace with a panoramic view over the city. You'll be standing over Lisbon's rooftops as a live DJ spins a number of upbeat sounds. It's especially popular on Sunday afternoons.
Found at the top of an 1800s building facing one of the city's most beautiful lookout points, this bar and restaurant offers one of the most beautiful views of Lisbon. An old elevator takes you to the top, and the tables are spread over an interior dining area and a terrace. Inside, for rainy days, is a counter with exclusive dishes that aren't served at the tables. That's where the cocktails are also made and where you may watch the chef in action. The menu is inspired by Portuguese cuisine and is quite original. For the pre-dinner hours, you may simply order a drink.
38 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Insólito
83 R. de São Pedro de Alcântara
38 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Found at the top of an 1800s building facing one of the city's most beautiful lookout points, this bar and restaurant offers one of the most beautiful views of Lisbon. An old elevator takes you to the top, and the tables are spread over an interior dining area and a terrace. Inside, for rainy days, is a counter with exclusive dishes that aren't served at the tables. That's where the cocktails are also made and where you may watch the chef in action. The menu is inspired by Portuguese cuisine and is quite original. For the pre-dinner hours, you may simply order a drink.
Located in the building of the Pharmacy Museum by the Santa Catarina lookout terrace, this restaurant's décor is inspired by the pharmacies of the past. The menu consists of traditional Portuguese "petiscos" (tapas), and the ambiance is relaxed. There is also a bar serving cocktails of Portuguese wines. It does not close after lunch, meaning you may also show up for a mid-afternoon snack outside on the terrace. For dinner you also have the choice of a special menu of several dishes chosen daily by the chef.
106 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pharmacia
106 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Located in the building of the Pharmacy Museum by the Santa Catarina lookout terrace, this restaurant's décor is inspired by the pharmacies of the past. The menu consists of traditional Portuguese "petiscos" (tapas), and the ambiance is relaxed. There is also a bar serving cocktails of Portuguese wines. It does not close after lunch, meaning you may also show up for a mid-afternoon snack outside on the terrace. For dinner you also have the choice of a special menu of several dishes chosen daily by the chef.
The ambience and the food are both traditional, but with a few surprises on the menu and a naughty name (it means "get on line/queue" but "bicha" is also slang for a gay male). Because of the name this is inevitably a gay-friendly restaurant, attracting the gay community and some local celebrities.
Põe-te na Bicha
36 Travessa da Água da Flor
The ambience and the food are both traditional, but with a few surprises on the menu and a naughty name (it means "get on line/queue" but "bicha" is also slang for a gay male). Because of the name this is inevitably a gay-friendly restaurant, attracting the gay community and some local celebrities.
This very small but very welcoming restaurant has a menu of classic Portuguese dishes which come very well presented on the plate. It's one of the longest-established restaurants in Bairro Alto, and its success is thanks to its unpretentious cuisine, reasonable prices, and cosy low-lit interior decorated with old photos. It also has a good selection of Portuguese wines, listed on a chalkboard.
O Barrigas
31 Tv. da Queimada
This very small but very welcoming restaurant has a menu of classic Portuguese dishes which come very well presented on the plate. It's one of the longest-established restaurants in Bairro Alto, and its success is thanks to its unpretentious cuisine, reasonable prices, and cosy low-lit interior decorated with old photos. It also has a good selection of Portuguese wines, listed on a chalkboard.
Found next to the Santa Catarina lookout terrace, at the top of the Monte Belvedere hotel, this spot doubles as a bar and tapas restaurant. It opens in the afternoon for drinks and light meals in the sun or at sunset, and there’s always the option of traditional Portuguese “petiscos” (tapas). It has a covered and an outdoor space, and from both there’s a beautiful view over the Tagus crossed by the 25 de Abril Bridge. The menu is divided into meat, fish and vegetarian options to share.
66 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Madame Petisca
17 R. de Santa Catarina
66 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Found next to the Santa Catarina lookout terrace, at the top of the Monte Belvedere hotel, this spot doubles as a bar and tapas restaurant. It opens in the afternoon for drinks and light meals in the sun or at sunset, and there’s always the option of traditional Portuguese “petiscos” (tapas). It has a covered and an outdoor space, and from both there’s a beautiful view over the Tagus crossed by the 25 de Abril Bridge. The menu is divided into meat, fish and vegetarian options to share.
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 arcs and large brick oven. The menu is mainly made up of dishes from Alentejo and the north of Portugal
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
As Salgadeiras
18 R. das Salgadeiras
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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 arcs and large brick oven. The menu is mainly made up of dishes from Alentejo and the north of Portugal
The tables outside are almost always full, but that's because this is one of the most pleasant cafés in the city, surrounded by the tranquility of Praça das Flores. Whether you just want a drink, coffee, pastry, or go for a quick meal of traditional Portuguese dishes, you'll find crowds of all ages looking out to the garden. On Sunday mornings it serves a brunch buffet
115 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pão de Canela
25 Praça das Flores
115 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The tables outside are almost always full, but that's because this is one of the most pleasant cafés in the city, surrounded by the tranquility of Praça das Flores. Whether you just want a drink, coffee, pastry, or go for a quick meal of traditional Portuguese dishes, you'll find crowds of all ages looking out to the garden. On Sunday mornings it serves a brunch buffet
Between Praça das Flores and São Bento Palace is this artisanal ice cream shop which is also a “lab” for the Italian owner. That’s because he experiments with different flavors every day, mixing fresh local products and others imported from Italy, to offer new flavors daily. They’re served Roman-style, using a spatula instead of a scoop, in a cup or cone, with as many flavors as you like. Every ice cream is all-natural, with no artificial colorings or preservatives, and comes with optional whipped cream on top. There’s no place to sit in the blue-and-yellow interior, which only has space for the counter, so there’s always a line out the door.
102 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Nannarella
64A R. Nova da Piedade
102 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Between Praça das Flores and São Bento Palace is this artisanal ice cream shop which is also a “lab” for the Italian owner. That’s because he experiments with different flavors every day, mixing fresh local products and others imported from Italy, to offer new flavors daily. They’re served Roman-style, using a spatula instead of a scoop, in a cup or cone, with as many flavors as you like. Every ice cream is all-natural, with no artificial colorings or preservatives, and comes with optional whipped cream on top. There’s no place to sit in the blue-and-yellow interior, which only has space for the counter, so there’s always a line out the door.
Doce Real is an obligatory stop in Príncipe Real to pick up local pastries such as pasteis de nata and queijadas or simply to enjoy a refreshing drink. But the attraction is not necessarily the pastries or the juices, but the charming 1920s interior that is as Lisbon as it gets, with tiles, stained glass, and a beautiful ceiling filled with golden details.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Doce Real
119 R. Dom Pedro V
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Doce Real is an obligatory stop in Príncipe Real to pick up local pastries such as pasteis de nata and queijadas or simply to enjoy a refreshing drink. But the attraction is not necessarily the pastries or the juices, but the charming 1920s interior that is as Lisbon as it gets, with tiles, stained glass, and a beautiful ceiling filled with golden details.
This glass structure in the middle of a garden is a wonderful place for a drink or light meal in the shade of the greenery. There are some surprisingly creative dishes and tables placed outside to enjoy the fresh air even in winter.
10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Esplanada Cafe
Praça do Príncipe Real
10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This glass structure in the middle of a garden is a wonderful place for a drink or light meal in the shade of the greenery. There are some surprisingly creative dishes and tables placed outside to enjoy the fresh air even in winter.
Many consider this to be Lisbon's best vegetarian restaurant. It has a pleasant outdoor area in the back, and serves dishes inspired by different world cuisines. They're presented in a buffet that does not include drinks.
65 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurante Terra
15 R. da Palmeira
65 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Many consider this to be Lisbon's best vegetarian restaurant. It has a pleasant outdoor area in the back, and serves dishes inspired by different world cuisines. They're presented in a buffet that does not include drinks.
The name is inspired by the Parliament of the Portuguese Republic found on the same street. This is a place for small portions of simple and traditional Portuguese dishes or for about half a dozen choices of more elaborate dishes with international influences. The décor is in the style of "grandma's house," and the ambience is pleasant and welcoming. From time to time it also presents cultural events like book releases and live music.
Tasca República
312 R. de São Bento
The name is inspired by the Parliament of the Portuguese Republic found on the same street. This is a place for small portions of simple and traditional Portuguese dishes or for about half a dozen choices of more elaborate dishes with international influences. The décor is in the style of "grandma's house," and the ambience is pleasant and welcoming. From time to time it also presents cultural events like book releases and live music.
This restaurant belongs to a former contestant of the Portuguese version of the Masterchef TV show, and uses a wood oven to cook everything, from the meat to the desserts. It mixes Portuguese flavors and American cuisine, in an innovative menu focusing on smoked food, divided into tapas to share, meat, fish and a vegetarian option. It also has a bar with a variety of smoked gins and its own craft beer. It took over the space of an old restaurant that once had a Michelin star, and used the pots, pans and silverware that were left behind to create lamps for the ceiling. One of the walls is covered with small wooden plaques with the names of those who helped kick-start the project through crowdfunding. On Sundays it only serves brunch, with three options available until 6PM
Le Moustache Smokery
44 Praça das Flores
This restaurant belongs to a former contestant of the Portuguese version of the Masterchef TV show, and uses a wood oven to cook everything, from the meat to the desserts. It mixes Portuguese flavors and American cuisine, in an innovative menu focusing on smoked food, divided into tapas to share, meat, fish and a vegetarian option. It also has a bar with a variety of smoked gins and its own craft beer. It took over the space of an old restaurant that once had a Michelin star, and used the pots, pans and silverware that were left behind to create lamps for the ceiling. One of the walls is covered with small wooden plaques with the names of those who helped kick-start the project through crowdfunding. On Sundays it only serves brunch, with three options available until 6PM
Featuring a rather romantic interior made up of a traditional Portuguese pavement, old furnishings, and tile panels, this restaurant serves classic Portuguese cuisine in contemporary style. The menu is reasonably priced and is a good choice for a dinner for two
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurante Frei Contente
Rua de São Marçal
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Featuring a rather romantic interior made up of a traditional Portuguese pavement, old furnishings, and tile panels, this restaurant serves classic Portuguese cuisine in contemporary style. The menu is reasonably priced and is a good choice for a dinner for two
This small space, up the street from Praça das Flores, is a former grocery store from 1870, and the name is that of the original owner, whose portrait can be seen on a wall. There’s also the portrait of Mrs. Deolinda, the store’s second owner after Mrs. Quitéria. They’re both now part of the décor which has changed little for the space’s new life as a “petiscos” (tapas) restaurant. You’ll still find some products on display for sale, but the service is now essentially classic Portuguese “petiscos” at the table. They’re available for lunch and dinner, always with a welcoming ambience.
34 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dona Quitéria
1 Tv. De São José
34 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This small space, up the street from Praça das Flores, is a former grocery store from 1870, and the name is that of the original owner, whose portrait can be seen on a wall. There’s also the portrait of Mrs. Deolinda, the store’s second owner after Mrs. Quitéria. They’re both now part of the décor which has changed little for the space’s new life as a “petiscos” (tapas) restaurant. You’ll still find some products on display for sale, but the service is now essentially classic Portuguese “petiscos” at the table. They’re available for lunch and dinner, always with a welcoming ambience.
Here you’ll find the traditional “petiscos” (Portuguese “tapas”) from the north to the south of the country, accompanied by local wines or sangria. The space is small but welcoming, in the style of the classic old taverns, with wooden tables, an old cash register and other antique pieces, and a blackboard covered in popular sayings. There’s a special lunch menu with the dish of the day, as well as a list of traditional dishes, canned fish, and platters of cheese and smoked meats. All this to invite you to stay socializing, in long conversations.
Conversafiada
46 Travessa da Palmeira
Here you’ll find the traditional “petiscos” (Portuguese “tapas”) from the north to the south of the country, accompanied by local wines or sangria. The space is small but welcoming, in the style of the classic old taverns, with wooden tables, an old cash register and other antique pieces, and a blackboard covered in popular sayings. There’s a special lunch menu with the dish of the day, as well as a list of traditional dishes, canned fish, and platters of cheese and smoked meats. All this to invite you to stay socializing, in long conversations.
This restaurant facing São Bento Palace has a rather English pub style and is famous for its steaks. It's also known for being open until very late, allowing for long dinner conversations among the upper-class 40-somethings (politicians and journalists) that usually fill the space
105 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Café de São Bento
212 R. de São Bento
105 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This restaurant facing São Bento Palace has a rather English pub style and is famous for its steaks. It's also known for being open until very late, allowing for long dinner conversations among the upper-class 40-somethings (politicians and journalists) that usually fill the space
The views are of Lisbon, the décor is inspired by India, but the ambience and menu are cosmopolitan. This cafe-restaurant in a large terrace overlooking the city serves light meals throughout the day, and also operates as a bar. While everyone naturally chooses to sit at the terrace, on rainy days there's shelter in the interior rooms that are just as welcoming
182 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lost In
Nº56-D R. Dom Pedro V
182 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The views are of Lisbon, the décor is inspired by India, but the ambience and menu are cosmopolitan. This cafe-restaurant in a large terrace overlooking the city serves light meals throughout the day, and also operates as a bar. While everyone naturally chooses to sit at the terrace, on rainy days there's shelter in the interior rooms that are just as welcoming
If you're curious about the long name, it means "The Best Chocolate Cake in the World." Such audacity will make a lot of sense as soon as you try the mouth-watering chocolate cake served at this tiny shop in the Campo de Ourique neighborhood. Tourists have no reason to go to that mostly residential area unless they want to remain in tram 28 until its last stop, but chocaholics will want to make the effort to find this curious pastry shop. Go judge the cake for yourself before the rest of the world finds out about it -- and it probably will, considering the name has been expanding. The recipe has been taken across the Atlantic to New York and Brazil, with the city of São Paulo now offering more than one shop where you can try the yummy cakes. Once you have tried the chocolate one at the Lisbon shop, the cheesecake is another good option.
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
World's best chocolate cake
nº 62A R. Ten. Ferreira Durão
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
If you're curious about the long name, it means "The Best Chocolate Cake in the World." Such audacity will make a lot of sense as soon as you try the mouth-watering chocolate cake served at this tiny shop in the Campo de Ourique neighborhood. Tourists have no reason to go to that mostly residential area unless they want to remain in tram 28 until its last stop, but chocaholics will want to make the effort to find this curious pastry shop. Go judge the cake for yourself before the rest of the world finds out about it -- and it probably will, considering the name has been expanding. The recipe has been taken across the Atlantic to New York and Brazil, with the city of São Paulo now offering more than one shop where you can try the yummy cakes. Once you have tried the chocolate one at the Lisbon shop, the cheesecake is another good option.
After a stall in the Campo de Ourique Market, the “Casa dos Ovos Moles em Lisboa” opened a shop not very far -- by the Estrela basilica and garden. But the specialty is not just “ovos moles” (the famous egg pastries from the city of Aveiro), it’s also the varied Portuguese sweets with origins in the country’s convents. In the small space which used to be a drugstore you’ll find the “pão de ló” sponge cake, cheese tarts, and various other sweets from different parts of Portugal. The options vary, and you may also find Port Wine and liqueurs like the “ginjinha.” The Bordallo Pinheiro faience that you see on the shelves is not there just for decorative purposes, it’s for sale, adding an extra traditional Portuguese touch to the space.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Casa dos Ovos Moles em Lisboa
25 Calçada do Sacramento
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
After a stall in the Campo de Ourique Market, the “Casa dos Ovos Moles em Lisboa” opened a shop not very far -- by the Estrela basilica and garden. But the specialty is not just “ovos moles” (the famous egg pastries from the city of Aveiro), it’s also the varied Portuguese sweets with origins in the country’s convents. In the small space which used to be a drugstore you’ll find the “pão de ló” sponge cake, cheese tarts, and various other sweets from different parts of Portugal. The options vary, and you may also find Port Wine and liqueurs like the “ginjinha.” The Bordallo Pinheiro faience that you see on the shelves is not there just for decorative purposes, it’s for sale, adding an extra traditional Portuguese touch to the space.
This restaurant's specialty is mussels accompanied by fries and beer. It offers different dishes of mussels together with Belgian, German, Dutch, and Portuguese beer. For those who don't enjoy shellfish there's the option of beef tenderloin. The interior and ambience are inviting for their simple, relaxed vibe.
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Moules & Beer
56 R. 4 de Infantaria
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This restaurant's specialty is mussels accompanied by fries and beer. It offers different dishes of mussels together with Belgian, German, Dutch, and Portuguese beer. For those who don't enjoy shellfish there's the option of beef tenderloin. The interior and ambience are inviting for their simple, relaxed vibe.
The authentic Neapolitan pizzas that are served here are prepared in a masterpiece -- a wood oven weighing nine tons, made of volcanic rock and lined with gold, which is one of only two in the world (the other one is in New York). This oven brightens the luminous space, which also has colorful Siena dishes as decorative pieces. Each pizza is made with fresh Portuguese and Italian ingredients, and the highlight is the burrata and gold leaf pizza. To accompany the pizzas, the suggestion is craft beer, and there are several local choices together with those from Italy and other parts of the world. And for those who don’t feel like pizza, there are veal and cod dishes cooked at low temperatures -- the other house specialties
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Forno d'Oro
16b R. Artilharia 1
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The authentic Neapolitan pizzas that are served here are prepared in a masterpiece -- a wood oven weighing nine tons, made of volcanic rock and lined with gold, which is one of only two in the world (the other one is in New York). This oven brightens the luminous space, which also has colorful Siena dishes as decorative pieces. Each pizza is made with fresh Portuguese and Italian ingredients, and the highlight is the burrata and gold leaf pizza. To accompany the pizzas, the suggestion is craft beer, and there are several local choices together with those from Italy and other parts of the world. And for those who don’t feel like pizza, there are veal and cod dishes cooked at low temperatures -- the other house specialties
Fine gourmet cuisine is presented in a refined ambience that's kept a reputation of high quality food and service for over three decades. The menu lists mostly Portuguese dishes with strong international haute cuisine influences. There are three different rooms, one of them for a glass of wine and snacks, and during the warmer months guests can also dine on the lovely terrace.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Estórias na Casa da Comida
1 Travessa das Amoreiras
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fine gourmet cuisine is presented in a refined ambience that's kept a reputation of high quality food and service for over three decades. The menu lists mostly Portuguese dishes with strong international haute cuisine influences. There are three different rooms, one of them for a glass of wine and snacks, and during the warmer months guests can also dine on the lovely terrace.
Previously called “Cervejaria da Esquina,” this restaurant by well-known chef Vitor Sobral now focuses on fish prepared in different ways: in the oven, grilled, cured or marinated. It has kept a few classics and some of the seafood dishes from the old restaurant, including the famous tuna sandwich, but everything else has changed, including the decor
35 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Peixaria da Esquina
56 R. Correia Teles
35 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Previously called “Cervejaria da Esquina,” this restaurant by well-known chef Vitor Sobral now focuses on fish prepared in different ways: in the oven, grilled, cured or marinated. It has kept a few classics and some of the seafood dishes from the old restaurant, including the famous tuna sandwich, but everything else has changed, including the decor
Open since 1934, the market still offers fresh fish and vegetables. At the new food court you can eat much of what is sold. It's open every day until late, so it's more than a shopping destination.
282 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mercado de Campo de Ourique
104 R. Coelho da Rocha
282 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Open since 1934, the market still offers fresh fish and vegetables. At the new food court you can eat much of what is sold. It's open every day until late, so it's more than a shopping destination.
This is a good spot for breakfast, with lots of tempting pastries
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A Tentadora
1 R. Ferreira Borges
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This is a good spot for breakfast, with lots of tempting pastries
Modern version of traditional portuguese gastronomy
69 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Tasca da Esquina
41C R. Domingos Sequeira
69 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Modern version of traditional portuguese gastronomy
These are probably the best pizzas in Lisboa if you like the thin ones. The mushroom risotto is also quite good!
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pizzaria Lisboa
18 R. Nova da Trindade
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
These are probably the best pizzas in Lisboa if you like the thin ones. The mushroom risotto is also quite good!

Drinks & Nightlife

The beautiful inner courtyard of the Ribeiro da Cunha Palace (which was turned into the Embaixada concept store) is now a space shared by a bar and a restaurant. The bar is "Gin Lovers," presenting a long list of gins that go well with the food of “Less”, the restaurant by well-known chef Miguel Castro e Silva. There are about 60 brands of gin, some of them local, and also wines and cocktails. As for the food, there are tartares and other specialties by the chef, of Portuguese and international cuisine. Open from noon to midnight (2AM on weekends), this is a space meant for breaks at any time of the day, for just a drink or a meal.
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Gin Lovers Bar & Restaurant
26 Praça do Príncipe Real
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The beautiful inner courtyard of the Ribeiro da Cunha Palace (which was turned into the Embaixada concept store) is now a space shared by a bar and a restaurant. The bar is "Gin Lovers," presenting a long list of gins that go well with the food of “Less”, the restaurant by well-known chef Miguel Castro e Silva. There are about 60 brands of gin, some of them local, and also wines and cocktails. As for the food, there are tartares and other specialties by the chef, of Portuguese and international cuisine. Open from noon to midnight (2AM on weekends), this is a space meant for breaks at any time of the day, for just a drink or a meal.
This welcoming bar is known for a gay-friendly ambience, especially among lesbians. There's no sign (it's simply distinguished by a bright orange door), but everyone easily finds it whenever they want a laid-back Bairro Alto bar that also allows some dancing in its small area. Some weekend nights offer live DJs and the drinks are always good (the Cosmopolitan is apparently the favorite).
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Purex
28 R. das Salgadeiras
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This welcoming bar is known for a gay-friendly ambience, especially among lesbians. There's no sign (it's simply distinguished by a bright orange door), but everyone easily finds it whenever they want a laid-back Bairro Alto bar that also allows some dancing in its small area. Some weekend nights offer live DJs and the drinks are always good (the Cosmopolitan is apparently the favorite).
Open for nearly two decades, this jazz bar is now one of the few surviving classics of Bairro Alto. It opens shortly after dinnertime to offer relaxed evenings, often to the sound of live performances. You may catch new talents together with established local musicians as you sit at one of the around 80 seats available which invite conversation accompanied by cocktails and toasted sandwiches. The décor features large photographs of some of the greatest names of the jazz world.
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Páginas Tantas
85 Rua do Diário de Notícias
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Open for nearly two decades, this jazz bar is now one of the few surviving classics of Bairro Alto. It opens shortly after dinnertime to offer relaxed evenings, often to the sound of live performances. You may catch new talents together with established local musicians as you sit at one of the around 80 seats available which invite conversation accompanied by cocktails and toasted sandwiches. The décor features large photographs of some of the greatest names of the jazz world.
All of a sudden, this bar with a retro atmosphere became THE most popular in Bairro Alto. The larger-than-average interior decorated with old furnishings apparently was the main attraction, allowing you to choose between staying in a relaxed chill-out ambience indoors or joining the usually large crowds outside by the door. A wood-fired oven on one of the walls is a reminder of the space's former incarnation as a bakery, and you may still get some light snacks (cheeses, hams, etc.) along with cheap drinks
54 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Maria Caxuxa
12 R. da Barroca
54 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
All of a sudden, this bar with a retro atmosphere became THE most popular in Bairro Alto. The larger-than-average interior decorated with old furnishings apparently was the main attraction, allowing you to choose between staying in a relaxed chill-out ambience indoors or joining the usually large crowds outside by the door. A wood-fired oven on one of the walls is a reminder of the space's former incarnation as a bakery, and you may still get some light snacks (cheeses, hams, etc.) along with cheap drinks
Laid-back and welcoming, this trendy bar is what turned the street Rua da Bica Duarte Belo into a nightlife hotspot. It's a much-photographed street due to its charming yellow funicular, and works as an extension of Bairro Alto which starts across the street. This bar has long been a favorite, particularly for its weekly jazz nights and film screenings, although any time you show up you'll find an inviting chill-out space for caipirinha and mojito-drinking.
34 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bicaense
42A R. da Bica de Duarte Belo
34 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Laid-back and welcoming, this trendy bar is what turned the street Rua da Bica Duarte Belo into a nightlife hotspot. It's a much-photographed street due to its charming yellow funicular, and works as an extension of Bairro Alto which starts across the street. This bar has long been a favorite, particularly for its weekly jazz nights and film screenings, although any time you show up you'll find an inviting chill-out space for caipirinha and mojito-drinking.
You don't necessarily have to go to the city of Porto to sample all kinds of port wine. This classic bar in Bairro Alto has over 150 kinds, from reasonably-priced to expensive, served in an 18th-century building facing the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alântara. If you also want something to eat there is a selection of Portuguese cheeses and meats
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Solar do Vinho do Porto
45 R. de São Pedro de Alcântara
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You don't necessarily have to go to the city of Porto to sample all kinds of port wine. This classic bar in Bairro Alto has over 150 kinds, from reasonably-priced to expensive, served in an 18th-century building facing the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alântara. If you also want something to eat there is a selection of Portuguese cheeses and meats
The small rooftop bar of the Vintage House Hotel, between Avenida da Liberdade and Príncipe Real, opens during the spring and summer months for evenings of views over Lisbon to the sound of music. It's essencially a balcony looking out to the castle, serving tapas and a variety of cocktails from 5PM to midnight.
The V Rooftop Bar
2 R. Rodrigo da Fonseca
The small rooftop bar of the Vintage House Hotel, between Avenida da Liberdade and Príncipe Real, opens during the spring and summer months for evenings of views over Lisbon to the sound of music. It's essencially a balcony looking out to the castle, serving tapas and a variety of cocktails from 5PM to midnight.
Foxtrot is the typical early-20th century bar, inspired by the traditional English pubs. You must ring a bell to go inside, where you find four dimly-lit rooms, an Art Deco style, and a very inviting fireplace for the winter days. It offers an extensive list of drinks, from whiskeys to gin, to a variety of cocktails. From the kitchen comes the popular Foxtrot steak, hamburgers or steak sandwiches until 3AM
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Foxtrot
28 Tv. Santa Teresa
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Foxtrot is the typical early-20th century bar, inspired by the traditional English pubs. You must ring a bell to go inside, where you find four dimly-lit rooms, an Art Deco style, and a very inviting fireplace for the winter days. It offers an extensive list of drinks, from whiskeys to gin, to a variety of cocktails. From the kitchen comes the popular Foxtrot steak, hamburgers or steak sandwiches until 3AM
The bottles that cover one of the walls of this bar are all of craft beer, from Portugal and abroad, for every taste. There are around 100 types, from Belgium to Germany, at various prices (roughly from 2 to 20 euros). They’re served nice and cold inside, or you may simply grab a few bottles to take home or to enjoy outside in Praça das Flores. Those who choose to stay at the bar may order snacks to go with the beer, and stay until 2AM on weekends.
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Cerveteca Lisboa
15B Praça das Flores
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The bottles that cover one of the walls of this bar are all of craft beer, from Portugal and abroad, for every taste. There are around 100 types, from Belgium to Germany, at various prices (roughly from 2 to 20 euros). They’re served nice and cold inside, or you may simply grab a few bottles to take home or to enjoy outside in Praça das Flores. Those who choose to stay at the bar may order snacks to go with the beer, and stay until 2AM on weekends.
Recognized as the best cocktail bar in Lisbon, this lounge mixes unique drinks in a cool, sophisticated ambience. You have the choice of dozens of innovative cocktails, with new ones always being invented. It is owned by an Englishman who's worked at bars around the world (from Australia to New York) and decided to open his own in Lisbon. It's found in a quiet residential area, and is one of the top places in the city for chilling out. Snacks are also available to accompany the drinks
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Cinco Lounge
17A R. Ruben A. Leitão
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Recognized as the best cocktail bar in Lisbon, this lounge mixes unique drinks in a cool, sophisticated ambience. You have the choice of dozens of innovative cocktails, with new ones always being invented. It is owned by an Englishman who's worked at bars around the world (from Australia to New York) and decided to open his own in Lisbon. It's found in a quiet residential area, and is one of the top places in the city for chilling out. Snacks are also available to accompany the drinks
It looks like an antiques shop and could very well be a museum, but it's a bar that opens late in the afternoon. You must ring a bell to get inside, and once you do you find one of the city's most authentic spots. There's a total of five rooms decorated with curious objects (miniature trains, toy soldiers, old mugs, etc. from the owner's private collection), to admire as you sip a cocktail. There's an extensive list of drinks, from cocktails to juices, to teas and Port Wine. You may also play pool in one of the rooms.
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Pavilhao Chines
89 R. Dom Pedro V
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It looks like an antiques shop and could very well be a museum, but it's a bar that opens late in the afternoon. You must ring a bell to get inside, and once you do you find one of the city's most authentic spots. There's a total of five rooms decorated with curious objects (miniature trains, toy soldiers, old mugs, etc. from the owner's private collection), to admire as you sip a cocktail. There's an extensive list of drinks, from cocktails to juices, to teas and Port Wine. You may also play pool in one of the rooms.
This charming bar from 1972 is found hidden by Jardim das Amoreiras. You need to ring a bell to be allowed inside, where you'll find an Art Nouveau décor. The music selection ranges from jazz to blues and bossa nova
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Procopio Bar
21 Alto de São Francisco
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This charming bar from 1972 is found hidden by Jardim das Amoreiras. You need to ring a bell to be allowed inside, where you'll find an Art Nouveau décor. The music selection ranges from jazz to blues and bossa nova
The main reason is because its twenty meters up the street. It's also a smokers bar, so if you still have the habit, you'll find it friendly. The place itself its quite unique. Let us tell you its history. In the early 70's, the owner, Luis Pinto Coelho, had an antiques shop in what nowadays is the entrance hall of the bar. It was in that space that he welcomed his friends where many subversive meetings took place in favor of our revolution (25 of April of 1974) that gave us democracy. Two days after the revolution the place was officially converted to a Bar, named "A Paródia", meaning "The Parody", to honor the last satire magazine from Raphael Bordalo Pinheiro. This was a truly republican bar. Inaugurated in a very politically active and socially complex period of portuguese contemporary history. It turned out to become a gathering place for revolutionary leftwing individualities and fearing right wingers. 1975 and 1976 were very exciting, ideologically, for a bar that had the same name as a very popular satirical magazine. After the revolutionary dust settled, the bar prospered and had a huge success as a business. On the walls you will have a taste of the satirical drawings of this magazine as well as others under the same topic. This gives a unique ambience to this bar, a contrarian and un-conformed feeling, alongside with a touch of irreverence and originality. The decoration of the bar is quite unique also. The owner has also decorated some of the most well known bars in Lisbon, such as Foxtrot, Procópio and Pavilhão Chinês. The bar has a selected and relaxed ambiance, cosy and intimate that welcomes long interesting conversations. Occasionally you may find some musical events, poetry reading, a play or a workshop of some sort
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Paródia
26 R. do Patrocínio
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The main reason is because its twenty meters up the street. It's also a smokers bar, so if you still have the habit, you'll find it friendly. The place itself its quite unique. Let us tell you its history. In the early 70's, the owner, Luis Pinto Coelho, had an antiques shop in what nowadays is the entrance hall of the bar. It was in that space that he welcomed his friends where many subversive meetings took place in favor of our revolution (25 of April of 1974) that gave us democracy. Two days after the revolution the place was officially converted to a Bar, named "A Paródia", meaning "The Parody", to honor the last satire magazine from Raphael Bordalo Pinheiro. This was a truly republican bar. Inaugurated in a very politically active and socially complex period of portuguese contemporary history. It turned out to become a gathering place for revolutionary leftwing individualities and fearing right wingers. 1975 and 1976 were very exciting, ideologically, for a bar that had the same name as a very popular satirical magazine. After the revolutionary dust settled, the bar prospered and had a huge success as a business. On the walls you will have a taste of the satirical drawings of this magazine as well as others under the same topic. This gives a unique ambience to this bar, a contrarian and un-conformed feeling, alongside with a touch of irreverence and originality. The decoration of the bar is quite unique also. The owner has also decorated some of the most well known bars in Lisbon, such as Foxtrot, Procópio and Pavilhão Chinês. The bar has a selected and relaxed ambiance, cosy and intimate that welcomes long interesting conversations. Occasionally you may find some musical events, poetry reading, a play or a workshop of some sort

Sightseeing

For decades, it was here that many people stood to watch the ships go by. Today it attracts young people of different tribes, who get together on the terrace of a kiosk or sit on steps added during a renovation of the space in 2013. The atmosphere is always relaxed, with the smell of beer and weed in the air. That's often accompanied by the soundtrack of street musicians, who add to the chilled-out atmosphere, especially at sunset, when tourists join the locals. Everyone is looked over by Adamastor, the mythical giant of epic poet Luís de Camões' "The Lusiads," which is sculpted on a rock looking out to the Tagus. For this reason, the terrace is also known as "Miradouro do Adamastor." Several cafés and restaurants in the surroundings serve meals throughout the day.
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Miradouro de Santa Catarina
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For decades, it was here that many people stood to watch the ships go by. Today it attracts young people of different tribes, who get together on the terrace of a kiosk or sit on steps added during a renovation of the space in 2013. The atmosphere is always relaxed, with the smell of beer and weed in the air. That's often accompanied by the soundtrack of street musicians, who add to the chilled-out atmosphere, especially at sunset, when tourists join the locals. Everyone is looked over by Adamastor, the mythical giant of epic poet Luís de Camões' "The Lusiads," which is sculpted on a rock looking out to the Tagus. For this reason, the terrace is also known as "Miradouro do Adamastor." Several cafés and restaurants in the surroundings serve meals throughout the day.
Lisbon's most photographed street is probably Rua da Bica de Duarte Belo. It's in the historic and picturesque neighborhood of Bica, one of the city's most traditional neighborhoods, known for its small bars and especially for the iconic funicular that runs through it. Constantly photographed by tourists, the funicular has been going up and down the hill since 1892. The tiny neighborhood, found between the Bairro Alto and Cais do Sodré districts, is made up of cobbled lanes and stairways, dating back to 1597, after a landslide. The land belonged to an influential Jew with ties to King João II, and was first inhabited by fishermen and fishwives. The name comes from a 17th-century water fountain ("bica"), although there are several in the area, that belonged to Duarte Belo, a local merchant. The fountains were popular meeting places, filling the neighborhood with life. Little affected by the 1755 earthquake, Bica offers a beautiful view of the river, and maintains the colorful 17th- and 18th-century buildings, many always with open doors, flower-filled balconies and laundry out to dry.
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Ascensor da Bica - Lisbon Serviced Apartments
234 Rua de S. Paulo
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Lisbon's most photographed street is probably Rua da Bica de Duarte Belo. It's in the historic and picturesque neighborhood of Bica, one of the city's most traditional neighborhoods, known for its small bars and especially for the iconic funicular that runs through it. Constantly photographed by tourists, the funicular has been going up and down the hill since 1892. The tiny neighborhood, found between the Bairro Alto and Cais do Sodré districts, is made up of cobbled lanes and stairways, dating back to 1597, after a landslide. The land belonged to an influential Jew with ties to King João II, and was first inhabited by fishermen and fishwives. The name comes from a 17th-century water fountain ("bica"), although there are several in the area, that belonged to Duarte Belo, a local merchant. The fountains were popular meeting places, filling the neighborhood with life. Little affected by the 1755 earthquake, Bica offers a beautiful view of the river, and maintains the colorful 17th- and 18th-century buildings, many always with open doors, flower-filled balconies and laundry out to dry.
It's the bohemian quarter of Lisbon. Start here and then go down to Cais do Sodré, near the river - find the pink street.
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Bairro Alto
21 Tv. Inglesinhos
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It's the bohemian quarter of Lisbon. Start here and then go down to Cais do Sodré, near the river - find the pink street.
Also known as Paulistas Church, this magnificent building (originally part of a convent from 1647) can easily go unnoticed on the way to Chiado. Inside, however, it has one of the most beautiful and sumptuous golden baroque decorations in the city, almost all in gilt added in 1727. It's one of Lisbon's most impressive artistic constructions, including a stucco rococo ceiling and a monumental organ which is a masterpiece of gilded woodwork. The altar is considered a highlight of gilding during the reign of John V, and includes sculptures of Saint Catherine, Saint Paul and Saint Anthony of Flemish origin. On the side walls are large paintings in gilded frames, some of them by Vieira Lusitano and André Gonçalves, two of Portugal's top 18th-century painters
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Church Saint Catherine
82A Calçada do Combro
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Also known as Paulistas Church, this magnificent building (originally part of a convent from 1647) can easily go unnoticed on the way to Chiado. Inside, however, it has one of the most beautiful and sumptuous golden baroque decorations in the city, almost all in gilt added in 1727. It's one of Lisbon's most impressive artistic constructions, including a stucco rococo ceiling and a monumental organ which is a masterpiece of gilded woodwork. The altar is considered a highlight of gilding during the reign of John V, and includes sculptures of Saint Catherine, Saint Paul and Saint Anthony of Flemish origin. On the side walls are large paintings in gilded frames, some of them by Vieira Lusitano and André Gonçalves, two of Portugal's top 18th-century painters
Built in 1553, the Church of São Roque (St. Roch) is one of Lisbon's most magnificent monuments, due to its historical significance and artistic richness. A plain façade hides a rich interior, including the exuberant Chapel of St. John the Baptist, considered "the world's most expensive chapel." Built in Rome between 1742 and 1747, using the most precious materials, it was transported to Lisbon on three ships. It's now the fourth chapel on the left when facing the main altar, and is a true masterpiece of European art, mixing ivory, agate, lapis lazuli and gold. The other chapels are also rich in gilt, polychrome marbles, tiles, painting and sculpture. In São Roque Chapel is one of Lisbon's tile masterpieces, the "Miracle of St. Roch." Next to the church is the São Roque Museum, created in 1905 in a Jesuit building. It's home to a rich collection of sacred art, including sculpture, painting, jewelery, Flemish tapestry and relics that are unique in the world. In the small Asian-inspired cloister is a cafeteria serving light meals (and brunch on Sundays). You may join one of the multi-lingual guided tours (highly recommended) at no extra cost from the admission charge, so plan your visit accordingly (booking only required for groups of more than 8 people): In English - Thursdays at 3PM, Fridays at 11:30AM and 4:30PM, Saturdays at 10AM, and Sundays at 3PM
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Iglesia de San Roque
Largo Trindade Coelho
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Built in 1553, the Church of São Roque (St. Roch) is one of Lisbon's most magnificent monuments, due to its historical significance and artistic richness. A plain façade hides a rich interior, including the exuberant Chapel of St. John the Baptist, considered "the world's most expensive chapel." Built in Rome between 1742 and 1747, using the most precious materials, it was transported to Lisbon on three ships. It's now the fourth chapel on the left when facing the main altar, and is a true masterpiece of European art, mixing ivory, agate, lapis lazuli and gold. The other chapels are also rich in gilt, polychrome marbles, tiles, painting and sculpture. In São Roque Chapel is one of Lisbon's tile masterpieces, the "Miracle of St. Roch." Next to the church is the São Roque Museum, created in 1905 in a Jesuit building. It's home to a rich collection of sacred art, including sculpture, painting, jewelery, Flemish tapestry and relics that are unique in the world. In the small Asian-inspired cloister is a cafeteria serving light meals (and brunch on Sundays). You may join one of the multi-lingual guided tours (highly recommended) at no extra cost from the admission charge, so plan your visit accordingly (booking only required for groups of more than 8 people): In English - Thursdays at 3PM, Fridays at 11:30AM and 4:30PM, Saturdays at 10AM, and Sundays at 3PM
All of Lisbon's lookout points are romantic, but none more than this one, looking over all of downtown towards the castle and the river. It's a landscaped terrace with busts of historical figures, a fountain, and kiosk cafés from where you may sit and admire the beauty of the city. Going up and down the hill next to the terrace is the Gloria funicular, and across the street is the bar of the Port Wine Institute, where you may sample all types of Portugal's famous drin
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Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara
Rua de São Pedro de Alcântara
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All of Lisbon's lookout points are romantic, but none more than this one, looking over all of downtown towards the castle and the river. It's a landscaped terrace with busts of historical figures, a fountain, and kiosk cafés from where you may sit and admire the beauty of the city. Going up and down the hill next to the terrace is the Gloria funicular, and across the street is the bar of the Port Wine Institute, where you may sample all types of Portugal's famous drin
A 16th-century monastery was turned into an imposing neoclassical palace that is now Portugal's parliament. It occasionally hosts art exhibitions, which may be seen in guided tours that include the palace's interior and the sculpture-filled garden in the back.
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Palácio S. Bento
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A 16th-century monastery was turned into an imposing neoclassical palace that is now Portugal's parliament. It occasionally hosts art exhibitions, which may be seen in guided tours that include the palace's interior and the sculpture-filled garden in the back.
The building's construction began in 1677 and was completed in 1703. It's considered one of the most original 17th-century baroque convents, mixing gilt, paintings, tiles and marble. The rich baroque and rococo interior decoration contrasts with the sober exterior. Portuguese and Dutch tiles by Jan van Oort cover the walls, while eight paintings by several artists of the time have golden frames. This blending of tile and gilt is typical of Portuguese baroque and this is one of the most notable examples in Lisbon. The building is still occupied by Dominican nuns and the admission charge for the guided tour is one of the ways it raises money for renovations of its works of art.
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Convento dos Cardaes
123 Rua de O Século
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The building's construction began in 1677 and was completed in 1703. It's considered one of the most original 17th-century baroque convents, mixing gilt, paintings, tiles and marble. The rich baroque and rococo interior decoration contrasts with the sober exterior. Portuguese and Dutch tiles by Jan van Oort cover the walls, while eight paintings by several artists of the time have golden frames. This blending of tile and gilt is typical of Portuguese baroque and this is one of the most notable examples in Lisbon. The building is still occupied by Dominican nuns and the admission charge for the guided tour is one of the ways it raises money for renovations of its works of art.
This romantic little square, with its small garden, has always been one of the city’s quietest corners but is now also one of its trendiest. It remains as calm as ever, with benches surrounding a small fountain shaded by trees, but now also has several spots for eating and drinking. The first one you see is an old kiosk, now restored, but there are also small cafe terraces, and several other eateries down Rua Nova da Piedade towards São Bento Palace. Below are the places we recommend
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Praça das Flores
Praça das Flores
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This romantic little square, with its small garden, has always been one of the city’s quietest corners but is now also one of its trendiest. It remains as calm as ever, with benches surrounding a small fountain shaded by trees, but now also has several spots for eating and drinking. The first one you see is an old kiosk, now restored, but there are also small cafe terraces, and several other eateries down Rua Nova da Piedade towards São Bento Palace. Below are the places we recommend
The Estrela Basilica, is a basilica and ancient carmelite convent in Lisbon, Portugal, built by order of Queen Maria I of Portugal, as a fulfilled promise for giving birth to a son.
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Basílica da Estrela
Praça da Estrela
351 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Estrela Basilica, is a basilica and ancient carmelite convent in Lisbon, Portugal, built by order of Queen Maria I of Portugal, as a fulfilled promise for giving birth to a son.

Parks & Nature

This romantic garden, laid out in 1863, is the center of a square surrounded by elegant buildings. It's an urban refuge with a gigantic parasol-like cedar tree, under which old ladies, families, or young couples sit for a while, as old men play cards and children run around a small playground. There is also a café with outdoor seating, and two kiosks serving refreshments. Every Saturday it's also home to a farmers' market selling organic fruits and vegetables, while every last Saturday and Monday of each month there's a market of crafts and antiques. Underneath it all is a stone reservoir from the 1800s that's part of the city's Water Museum, open for visits on Saturdays. Of the mansions that surround the square, the beautiful Palácio Ribeiro da Cunha stands out the most, a Neo-Moorish palace with horseshoe windows built in 1877 that's now the Embaixada shopping gallery.
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Jardim do Principe Real
Praça do Príncipe Real
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This romantic garden, laid out in 1863, is the center of a square surrounded by elegant buildings. It's an urban refuge with a gigantic parasol-like cedar tree, under which old ladies, families, or young couples sit for a while, as old men play cards and children run around a small playground. There is also a café with outdoor seating, and two kiosks serving refreshments. Every Saturday it's also home to a farmers' market selling organic fruits and vegetables, while every last Saturday and Monday of each month there's a market of crafts and antiques. Underneath it all is a stone reservoir from the 1800s that's part of the city's Water Museum, open for visits on Saturdays. Of the mansions that surround the square, the beautiful Palácio Ribeiro da Cunha stands out the most, a Neo-Moorish palace with horseshoe windows built in 1877 that's now the Embaixada shopping gallery.
Slightly neglected, Lisbon's botanical garden is perhaps in part because of that, an enchanting sight. It's actually quite large (covering 10 acres, or 4 hectares), but you wouldn't know it from the entrance. It's accessed from a gate on one of the busiest streets of the Príncipe Real district, and only later do you notice the dense vegetation. It was considered one of the best botanical gardens in Europe when it was laid out in the 19th century, and its large collection of subtropical vegetation remains impressive today. Many of the exotic plants are neatly labeled, and one that grabs the most attention is the Australian Cycad, an unusually-shaped tree with twisting trunks. Another curiosity is the butterfly greenhouse, which is the only one in Europe that’s open to the public.
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Jardim Botânico de Lisboa
58 R. da Escola Politécnica
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Slightly neglected, Lisbon's botanical garden is perhaps in part because of that, an enchanting sight. It's actually quite large (covering 10 acres, or 4 hectares), but you wouldn't know it from the entrance. It's accessed from a gate on one of the busiest streets of the Príncipe Real district, and only later do you notice the dense vegetation. It was considered one of the best botanical gardens in Europe when it was laid out in the 19th century, and its large collection of subtropical vegetation remains impressive today. Many of the exotic plants are neatly labeled, and one that grabs the most attention is the Australian Cycad, an unusually-shaped tree with twisting trunks. Another curiosity is the butterfly greenhouse, which is the only one in Europe that’s open to the public.
Jardim da Estrela, is a beautiful park in front of Basilica da Estrela, nowadays called "Jardim Guerra Junqueiro". It was created in mid 19th century. On the weekends you can see several families gathering there to feed the ducks and the carps on the ponds. One of the landmarks is an iron cast bandstand where you can find live performances in summer time. It was built in 1884 and originally placed in another area of the city, it was only in 1936 that it was moved to its actual location. This garden is inspired in the british style and has a romantic feel to it. It has 4,6 hectares. If statues is something you appreciate, you have several elements to enjoy: Fountain of Youth Antero de Quental bust (a portuguese poet from the 19th century) dated from 1946-1951 and made by Salvador Barata Feyo. Actor Taborda (portuguese actor 1824-1909) bronze bust, made by Costa Motta in 1914. "The king's daughter keeping the ducks" or "The duck keeper", made by Costa Motta and Francisco Santos (1914), located in one of the garden's lakes. "The digger", from 1913, made by Costa Motta (uncle). "The awakening", from 1911-1921 made by José Simões de Almeida (nephew). The park is open everyday, from 7 am to midnight. IN the north face you can find the "British Cemetery" were you'll find Henry Fielding's tomb. He was a british novelist and a playwright that died in Lisbon at the age of 47 years old. His last book was published after his death and its about his trip to Portugal to regain his health. The park has six entrances but the main ones have a big forged iron gate. It has two children playgrounds, a kindergarden and a seniors day center. In the center of the park you'll find a kiosk and a public library. On the east side there is a belvedere. Nowadays and mainly on the weekends you'll find there several cultural activities. It can be a arts and crafts market, a folk music concert, a military band, a yoga class, etc. Its very eclectic. You can find a family with 5 kids, a guy playing a cello, an artist painting a picture, a group of friends playing volleyball, an old couple walking hand in hand or a teenager with his skateboard.
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Jardim Guerra Junqueiro
12 Praça da Estrela
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Jardim da Estrela, is a beautiful park in front of Basilica da Estrela, nowadays called "Jardim Guerra Junqueiro". It was created in mid 19th century. On the weekends you can see several families gathering there to feed the ducks and the carps on the ponds. One of the landmarks is an iron cast bandstand where you can find live performances in summer time. It was built in 1884 and originally placed in another area of the city, it was only in 1936 that it was moved to its actual location. This garden is inspired in the british style and has a romantic feel to it. It has 4,6 hectares. If statues is something you appreciate, you have several elements to enjoy: Fountain of Youth Antero de Quental bust (a portuguese poet from the 19th century) dated from 1946-1951 and made by Salvador Barata Feyo. Actor Taborda (portuguese actor 1824-1909) bronze bust, made by Costa Motta in 1914. "The king's daughter keeping the ducks" or "The duck keeper", made by Costa Motta and Francisco Santos (1914), located in one of the garden's lakes. "The digger", from 1913, made by Costa Motta (uncle). "The awakening", from 1911-1921 made by José Simões de Almeida (nephew). The park is open everyday, from 7 am to midnight. IN the north face you can find the "British Cemetery" were you'll find Henry Fielding's tomb. He was a british novelist and a playwright that died in Lisbon at the age of 47 years old. His last book was published after his death and its about his trip to Portugal to regain his health. The park has six entrances but the main ones have a big forged iron gate. It has two children playgrounds, a kindergarden and a seniors day center. In the center of the park you'll find a kiosk and a public library. On the east side there is a belvedere. Nowadays and mainly on the weekends you'll find there several cultural activities. It can be a arts and crafts market, a folk music concert, a military band, a yoga class, etc. Its very eclectic. You can find a family with 5 kids, a guy playing a cello, an artist painting a picture, a group of friends playing volleyball, an old couple walking hand in hand or a teenager with his skateboard.

Arts & Culture

A large part of one of the wings of Praça do Comércio was taken over by this space telling the story of Lisbon through models and multimedia displays. Organized chronologically, it focuses on the main events and personalities that shaped the city over the centuries. The exhibition highlights five of the most dramatic episodes in the city's history and is divided into six sections. The first one tells the myths and facts of the Portuguese capital's first settlers, another one focuses on the "global city" resulting from the Age of Discovery, a third space is dedicated to the Great Earthquake of 1755 followed by "Pombaline Lisbon" or the state-of-the-art city redesigned by the Marquis of Pombal. That reconstruction led to the square where this museum is found, so another area is reserved for the life in the square over time. Finally, the last space focuses on general aspects of the city and there's a gift shop to get your Lisbon souvenirs. There will also be temporary exhibitions and everything is accompanied by commentary through a multilingual audioguide
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Centro de Historia de Lisboa
78 Praça do Comércio
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A large part of one of the wings of Praça do Comércio was taken over by this space telling the story of Lisbon through models and multimedia displays. Organized chronologically, it focuses on the main events and personalities that shaped the city over the centuries. The exhibition highlights five of the most dramatic episodes in the city's history and is divided into six sections. The first one tells the myths and facts of the Portuguese capital's first settlers, another one focuses on the "global city" resulting from the Age of Discovery, a third space is dedicated to the Great Earthquake of 1755 followed by "Pombaline Lisbon" or the state-of-the-art city redesigned by the Marquis of Pombal. That reconstruction led to the square where this museum is found, so another area is reserved for the life in the square over time. Finally, the last space focuses on general aspects of the city and there's a gift shop to get your Lisbon souvenirs. There will also be temporary exhibitions and everything is accompanied by commentary through a multilingual audioguide
This museum preserves and promotes the work of Julio Pomar, one of the greatest names in Portuguese art of the last century. It holds hundreds of works, from painting to sculpture and drawings, displayed in a former warehouse with two floors of exhibition space redesigned by architect Alvaro Siza Vieira
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Atelier-Museu Julio Pomar
7 R. Vale
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This museum preserves and promotes the work of Julio Pomar, one of the greatest names in Portuguese art of the last century. It holds hundreds of works, from painting to sculpture and drawings, displayed in a former warehouse with two floors of exhibition space redesigned by architect Alvaro Siza Vieira
Amália Rodrigues is one of Portugal's biggest cultural icons and her house was turned into a museum following her death in 1999. She was a Fado diva who gained worldwide fame and acclaim, and her fans now make the pilgrimage to the space where she lived to see over 30,000 of her personal items, including her glitzy outfits, portraits, awards, and recordings in a 30-minute tour.
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Foundation Amália Rodrigues
193 R. de São Bento
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Amália Rodrigues is one of Portugal's biggest cultural icons and her house was turned into a museum following her death in 1999. She was a Fado diva who gained worldwide fame and acclaim, and her fans now make the pilgrimage to the space where she lived to see over 30,000 of her personal items, including her glitzy outfits, portraits, awards, and recordings in a 30-minute tour.
This gallery has presented young Portuguese artists locally and internationally since 1998. In 2008 the space was expanded and now its two exhibition rooms also show works by emerging and well established international artists.
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Galeria Pedro Cera
67 E R. do Patrocínio
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This gallery has presented young Portuguese artists locally and internationally since 1998. In 2008 the space was expanded and now its two exhibition rooms also show works by emerging and well established international artists.
This gallery started out organizing exhibitions in different spaces in 1999, but moved to its permanent address in 2003. Since then it has become one of the city's best-known galleries, promoting young artists.
Galeria Miguel Nabinho
18 R. Ten. Ferreira Durão
This gallery started out organizing exhibitions in different spaces in 1999, but moved to its permanent address in 2003. Since then it has become one of the city's best-known galleries, promoting young artists.
Since its inauguration in 2001, this gallery has concentrated on the work of almost two dozen contemporary artists. It presents eight or nine exhibitions per year (video installations, painting, sculpture, photography), and occasionally sponsors the publications of its artists, while also promoting their exhibitions in national and international museums.
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Cristina Guerra Contemporary Art
33 R. Santo António à Estrela
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Since its inauguration in 2001, this gallery has concentrated on the work of almost two dozen contemporary artists. It presents eight or nine exhibitions per year (video installations, painting, sculpture, photography), and occasionally sponsors the publications of its artists, while also promoting their exhibitions in national and international museums.
Maria Helena Vieira da Silva was one of Portugal's biggest artists in the 20th century. Born in Lisbon in 1908, she began exhibiting her paintings in Paris in 1930 when she married her husband Arpad Szenes, an Hungarian artist. She later made the French capital her permanent home with her husband, and became the first woman to receive the French government's Grand Prix National des Arts. Most of her work is abstract compositions, and many examples can be seen at this museum along with works by her husband. Those works were left to the Portuguese state in her will, and can be seen together with temporary exhibitions of paintings by artists who were influential to or influenced by either Vieira da Silva or Szenes. This site (a former silk factory) was chosen for the museum because before moving to Paris, Vieira da Silva and Szenes had their studio nearby.
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Vieira da Silva Foundation
nº56/58 Praça das Amoreiras
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Maria Helena Vieira da Silva was one of Portugal's biggest artists in the 20th century. Born in Lisbon in 1908, she began exhibiting her paintings in Paris in 1930 when she married her husband Arpad Szenes, an Hungarian artist. She later made the French capital her permanent home with her husband, and became the first woman to receive the French government's Grand Prix National des Arts. Most of her work is abstract compositions, and many examples can be seen at this museum along with works by her husband. Those works were left to the Portuguese state in her will, and can be seen together with temporary exhibitions of paintings by artists who were influential to or influenced by either Vieira da Silva or Szenes. This site (a former silk factory) was chosen for the museum because before moving to Paris, Vieira da Silva and Szenes had their studio nearby.
The house where poet Fernando Pessoa lived the last years of his life was turned into a cultural center in 1994. It's made up of a few personal objects and portraits by Almada Negreiros and Julio Pomar, as well as a library with books about the writer and subjects related to him. There are often special events such as temporary exhibitions and poetry readings throughout the year.
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Casa Fernando Pessoa
18 R. Coelho da Rocha
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The house where poet Fernando Pessoa lived the last years of his life was turned into a cultural center in 1994. It's made up of a few personal objects and portraits by Almada Negreiros and Julio Pomar, as well as a library with books about the writer and subjects related to him. There are often special events such as temporary exhibitions and poetry readings throughout the year.

Shopping

Turn back time and grab a classic Portuguese product as a gift. Nostalgic locals, or simply those with good taste, come here for the same soaps and gourmet products that their grandmothers used to buy, while tourists are fascinated by the retro packagings. "Genuine" is the word to describe everything you see at the original shop in Chiado and at a second space in Largo do Intendente, which is more spacious and includes homeware
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A Vida Portuguesa
23 Largo do Intendente Pina Manique
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Turn back time and grab a classic Portuguese product as a gift. Nostalgic locals, or simply those with good taste, come here for the same soaps and gourmet products that their grandmothers used to buy, while tourists are fascinated by the retro packagings. "Genuine" is the word to describe everything you see at the original shop in Chiado and at a second space in Largo do Intendente, which is more spacious and includes homeware
Those who think that hats have gone mostly out of style since the 1950s will have to rethink that after a visit to this shop. Located in Bairro Alto, if offers original one-of-a-kind hats of all shapes, sizes, and styles, for men and women, young or old. You'll likely find the perfect head accessory for you, but if you want something different, the shop can have one made or remade for you (old ones may also be resized). There are new hats coming in every week, so if you see one that you like, be sure to get it right away -- it may not be available tomorrow. Almost directly across the street is "A Fábrica dos Acessórios" for unique, handmade accessories.
A Fábrica dos Chapéus
72 Rua Nova de São Mamede
Those who think that hats have gone mostly out of style since the 1950s will have to rethink that after a visit to this shop. Located in Bairro Alto, if offers original one-of-a-kind hats of all shapes, sizes, and styles, for men and women, young or old. You'll likely find the perfect head accessory for you, but if you want something different, the shop can have one made or remade for you (old ones may also be resized). There are new hats coming in every week, so if you see one that you like, be sure to get it right away -- it may not be available tomorrow. Almost directly across the street is "A Fábrica dos Acessórios" for unique, handmade accessories.
Portugal's most unique design pieces are made of cork and you'll find many examples at this shop in Bairro Alto. There is furniture and fashion accessories made with that very Portuguese eco-friendly material, all of high quality and with a distinctive design
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Cork & Co
6 R. das Salgadeiras
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Portugal's most unique design pieces are made of cork and you'll find many examples at this shop in Bairro Alto. There is furniture and fashion accessories made with that very Portuguese eco-friendly material, all of high quality and with a distinctive design
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-century productions together with 20th-century Art Deco styles, ranging in price from just a couple dozen euros to the thousands.
Solar Antiques
70 R. Dom Pedro V
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-century productions together with 20th-century Art Deco styles, ranging in price from just a couple dozen euros to the thousands.
Found in a mansion from the 1700s, this shopping gallery describes itself as an "indoor market" consisting of 23 shops dedicated to fashion, leisure, design and food. Its goal is to support traditional shopping, small retailers and brands. The ground floor is divided into six shops, while the rest are spread over the rooms upstairs. They focus on women's fashion, toys, footwear, accessories, and home decor. In between the shopping you may take a break for a smoothie or a sweet pastry at one of the food stands.
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Entre Tanto - Indoor Market
42 Rua da Escola Politécnica
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Found in a mansion from the 1700s, this shopping gallery describes itself as an "indoor market" consisting of 23 shops dedicated to fashion, leisure, design and food. Its goal is to support traditional shopping, small retailers and brands. The ground floor is divided into six shops, while the rest are spread over the rooms upstairs. They focus on women's fashion, toys, footwear, accessories, and home decor. In between the shopping you may take a break for a smoothie or a sweet pastry at one of the food stands.
This shopping gallery, in a palatial neo-Moorish building from the 1800s, had its rooms divided into several shops. They number over a dozen, all combining tradition, creativity and innovation in design and fashion, mostly from Portuguese designers. The beautiful interior has Moorish-inspired architecture mixed with Art Nouveau details, and space dedicated to the arts, with temporary exhibitions. There are also a couple of restaurants, with outdoor seating in the backyard.
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Embaixada
26 Praça do Príncipe Real
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This shopping gallery, in a palatial neo-Moorish building from the 1800s, had its rooms divided into several shops. They number over a dozen, all combining tradition, creativity and innovation in design and fashion, mostly from Portuguese designers. The beautiful interior has Moorish-inspired architecture mixed with Art Nouveau details, and space dedicated to the arts, with temporary exhibitions. There are also a couple of restaurants, with outdoor seating in the backyard.
What looks like an art studio is really a shop selling locally-designed products made from new and recycled materials. There are also traditional Portuguese products from around the country and its biggest specialty: furniture designed to order. That all means here you can find a perfect solution to your storage, decorative, or lighting needs
Baeta Café
90 R. Saraiva de Carvalho
What looks like an art studio is really a shop selling locally-designed products made from new and recycled materials. There are also traditional Portuguese products from around the country and its biggest specialty: furniture designed to order. That all means here you can find a perfect solution to your storage, decorative, or lighting needs
It looks like any regular supermarket but the difference is that here everything is organic. The demand for healthier and eco-friendly products led to the success of the Brio stores, and those looking for a light meal may head to the adjoining Origem cafeteria in Chiado's branch. Options include salads, sandwiches, quiches, desserts and more, to be enjoyed indoors or at the tables outside.
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Go Natural Supermercado - Campo de Ourique
32 R. Francisco Metrass
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It looks like any regular supermarket but the difference is that here everything is organic. The demand for healthier and eco-friendly products led to the success of the Brio stores, and those looking for a light meal may head to the adjoining Origem cafeteria in Chiado's branch. Options include salads, sandwiches, quiches, desserts and more, to be enjoyed indoors or at the tables outside.
Lisbon's first major shopping mall opened in 1985 and remains a favorite. While Colombo eventually surpassed it in size and Centro Vasco da Gama is more popular, Amoreiras has more of an exclusive feel. In total there are over 275 retail spaces, including restaurants and a multiplex cinema. This mall is just part of the large Amoreiras complex, three mirrored towers also housing offices and luxury apartments. They were quite controversial in the 1980s due to their colossal post-modern style. An observation deck opened at the top in 2016, accessed through the mall.
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Amoreiras Plaza (Experis)
5 R. Carlos Alberto da Mota Pinto
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Lisbon's first major shopping mall opened in 1985 and remains a favorite. While Colombo eventually surpassed it in size and Centro Vasco da Gama is more popular, Amoreiras has more of an exclusive feel. In total there are over 275 retail spaces, including restaurants and a multiplex cinema. This mall is just part of the large Amoreiras complex, three mirrored towers also housing offices and luxury apartments. They were quite controversial in the 1980s due to their colossal post-modern style. An observation deck opened at the top in 2016, accessed through the mall.

Essentials

Family Health Unit Santo Condestável
60 R. do Patrocínio
Local Healthcare Unit
Pharmacy. You never know when you may need one
Farmácia Linaida
42 R. Ferreira Borges
Pharmacy. You never know when you may need one
Regular supermarket, open from 9am to 10pm.
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Pingo Doce
14 R. Ferreira Borges
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Regular supermarket, open from 9am to 10pm.