Defensive tower built in the Manueline style in 1520 by F. de Arruda, originally on an island. One of Lisbon's defining landmarks. See it early morning or late afternoon. Explore the dungeon gallery.
Built in the 16th century by Boytac and later Jerónimo de Ruão. It is a monument to Portuguese identity in the national style and housing tombs of great Portuguese like Vasco da Gama & Luís de Camões.
Earliest Lisbon settlements here in 6th cen. BCE; oldest castle remains from the Moorish era. Captured from Moors by A. Henriques in 1147. Royal residence until 1511. See views and historical tours!
Housed in the old horse riding arena of the Belém Palace, formerly royal and now official resident of the president, this museum has one of the finest collections of historical carriages anywhere.
Oldest city district of Lisbon and home to several of the city's landmarks. Alfama suffered little damage in the 1755 earthquake, so you can wander the original narrow, crooked, medieval street plan.
The "upper district" was organized development caused by the social and economic transformation of Lisbon in the 15th cen. and reflecting planning modernization through the early 20th century.
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Once the most elegant shopping district, it is now the city's most varied and interesting, mixing quiet streets with lively squares and many different types of goods.
Built in 1902 by a pupil of Gustave Eiffel, this was one of three elevators to facilitate commercial deliveries in the hilly city. Admire the design and the views it offers of Baixa and Rossio.
This is the main bull ring of Lisbon, built in 1892 in the neo-Mudéjar romantic style, inspired by the now-lost Madrid ring. It features summer bullfights every couple of weeks and many other events.
Built after Lisbon was taken from Moors in 1147 on site of the main mosque. Has Romanesque style, rebuilt after several disasters. See the cloister and church during the day & daily religious service.
Portugal's national gallery housed in 17th century palace built for the Count of Alvor. See the most complete collection of Portuguese works in the world, including the Painéis de São Vicente de Fora.
A 16th century convent and one of the most beautiful, converted to serve as a museum of ceramic tiles: a distinctive part of Portuguese culture, inherited from the Moors.
Rococo palace built in 1752 as a summer residence for a son of Dom João V, it then became the main royal residence until Napoleon took Portugal in 1807. Tour the opulent gardens and rooms.
Sintra is an isolated village that served as the summer retreat of kings from the 13-19th centuries. It retains the classic qualities of a hill station - cool climate and romantic landscapes.
Among the oldest bars in Lisbon, it is set in a small alley, in a very peaceful neighborhood close to Jardim das Amoreiras and presents careful decoration and impeccable service.
Established 1784, oldest restaurant in Portugal. Formal dining with meals > €40. The ornate dining room is filled with gilded antique mirrors. Has at times been one of the best restaurants in Lisbon.
Established 1829. It was praised as one of most elegant in Europe at the time. Antique mirrored interior with marble counters. Go for glazed pastries, or at Christmas, traditional "Bolo Rei."
Monastery established 1294, but demolished several times. Brewery opened 1834 after the liberal revolution, with public service in the refectory of the Trinos Friars in 1840. Made royal brewery 1854.
One of Lisbon's oldest churches. Built in 1242 and damaged several times, but still with large original sections.
Augustinian monastery dating from 1271, but rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake. Features a famous figure of Christ bearing the cross, which is carried in a procession at Lent.
Glass modern pavilion by the river which is a café-restaurant during the day and a discerning DJ bar at night.
Most successful warehouse conversion club with a slightly older and more relaxed crowd.
Restaurant that brings the bounty of the Alentejo region to Lisbon, with a view overlooking a beautiful Moorish interior courtyard. Their soups, rice dishes, and fish are best.
Established in 1837 by monks after the liberal revolution shut down all monasteries, who had created a new popular custard tart, o Pastel de Belém. Try it with uma bica served by charming old waiters.
Established 1922. Most famous teahouse in Lisbon. In older days, the specialty was licungo, the famed black tea of Mozambique. Snacks include codfish balls and toasted ham & cheese sandwiches
Bakery and pastry shop named for its machinery and featuring art-nouveau style.
Built out of Lisbon's Expo 98 world exposition, which marked the 500th anniversary of Vasco de Gama's voyage, it features new architecture, amusements, nightlife, concert venues, and a casino.
Museum based on private collections of Calouste Gulbenkian, which span 4000 years of art history and are housed in a 1960s modernist complex. See art and don't forget the modern art section.
Established in 1732 and moved after the earthquake, in 1773. This is allegedly the oldest continuously-operating bookstore in the world, predating Paris' Galignani by several decades.
Like Bavaria's Neuschwanstein, this was built by royalty in the mid-19th century to mimic a romantic fairytale castle, long after castles had lost their usefulness. Tour this colorful fantasy land.
8th century castle that was partially rebuilt by Dom Fernando II in the 19th century. It includes a ruined chapel and Moorish cistern. See one of Portugal's medieval treasures and take in the views.
Restaurant run by the Cape Verde association where you can try the one-pot wonders of the island's cuisine - open only for lunch, but with live music Tues. & Thurs.
