Guidebook for Lisboa
Sightseeing
With stunning views of the city, the belvedere of Monte Agudo establishes a pedestrian connection between the Rua Heliodoro Salgado where is the main entrance, and Rua Ilha do Príncipe
76 locals recommend
Viewpoint of Monte Agudo
42 PC Novas NaçõesWith stunning views of the city, the belvedere of Monte Agudo establishes a pedestrian connection between the Rua Heliodoro Salgado where is the main entrance, and Rua Ilha do Príncipe
This garden is located in the center of Lisbon and is about 5 hectares. Ideal lawn space for children's play.The main element of this garden is the giant fountain
16 locals recommend
Garden Alameda Dom Afonso Henriques
Alameda Dom Afonso HenriquesThis garden is located in the center of Lisbon and is about 5 hectares. Ideal lawn space for children's play.The main element of this garden is the giant fountain
Igreja e Convento da Graça
94 Largo da GraçaCapela de Nossa Senhora de Monserrate
Praça das AmoreirasSanta Justa Lift
R. do OuroPlay detective and search for little villas, eat fresh fish and have a toast with sparkling sangria, you'll fit right in. Afterwards, walk around the neibourghood and visit one of the most famous Lisbon Castle and take it all in - this is as typically Portuguese as it gets. There is plenty to see beyond the Great Castle.
160 locals recommend
Graça
Play detective and search for little villas, eat fresh fish and have a toast with sparkling sangria, you'll fit right in. Afterwards, walk around the neibourghood and visit one of the most famous Lisbon Castle and take it all in - this is as typically Portuguese as it gets. There is plenty to see beyond the Great Castle.
Situated on the slope between São Jorge Castle and Tejo River, Alfama is the oldest neighbourhood in Lisbon and one of the most photogenic. Not only do the hills provide impeccable views of the city and waterside, but the cobbled Medieval alleys are beautifully quaint. Prepare for an Instagram-worthy avalanche.
829 locals recommend
Alfama
Situated on the slope between São Jorge Castle and Tejo River, Alfama is the oldest neighbourhood in Lisbon and one of the most photogenic. Not only do the hills provide impeccable views of the city and waterside, but the cobbled Medieval alleys are beautifully quaint. Prepare for an Instagram-worthy avalanche.
The hilltop was fortified even before the arrival of the Roman legions; in later centuries the castle walls were strengthened by Visigoths and Moors, before falling to Portugal's first king, Afonso Henriques, in 1147. His statue stands in the square just past the main gate. From the 14th to the 16th centuries, Portugal's kings resided in the Palácio de Alcaçovas, the remains of which now house a snack bar and a display of finds from the ongoing archaeological digs. The castle itself has undergone numerous transformations. Back in the 1930s, several government offices and a firehouse were removed from the grounds, exposing the walls...
1774 locals recommend
Castelo de S. Jorge
Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo The hilltop was fortified even before the arrival of the Roman legions; in later centuries the castle walls were strengthened by Visigoths and Moors, before falling to Portugal's first king, Afonso Henriques, in 1147. His statue stands in the square just past the main gate. From the 14th to the 16th centuries, Portugal's kings resided in the Palácio de Alcaçovas, the remains of which now house a snack bar and a display of finds from the ongoing archaeological digs. The castle itself has undergone numerous transformations. Back in the 1930s, several government offices and a firehouse were removed from the grounds, exposing the walls...
In June, during the Santos Populares festival, this place is the setting of one of the best fairs in the city. The rest of the year, it’s a very typical neighbourhood to visit in the heart of Graça. Vila Berta, with its small buildings, iron bar balconies and ceramic tiles, was built at the start of the 20th century and used to serve as accommodation for local workers. It was derelict for a while, but after various remodellings of the buildings’ façades, it has found new life, and is definitely worth a visit.
33 locals recommend
Vila Berta
Vila BertaIn June, during the Santos Populares festival, this place is the setting of one of the best fairs in the city. The rest of the year, it’s a very typical neighbourhood to visit in the heart of Graça. Vila Berta, with its small buildings, iron bar balconies and ceramic tiles, was built at the start of the 20th century and used to serve as accommodation for local workers. It was derelict for a while, but after various remodellings of the buildings’ façades, it has found new life, and is definitely worth a visit.
Food Scene
3-floor seafood and beer drinking eatery established in the 1950s, it is one of the most popular seafood restaurants of Lisbon
746 locals recommend
Ramiro
1 Av. Alm. Reis3-floor seafood and beer drinking eatery established in the 1950s, it is one of the most popular seafood restaurants of Lisbon
At Portugália the steaks and beer are served quickly in smaller portions and at pocket-friendly prices
166 locals recommend
Portugália
117 Av. Alm. ReisAt Portugália the steaks and beer are served quickly in smaller portions and at pocket-friendly prices
R. de São João da Praça 93
93 Rua de São João da PraçaAv. Alm. Reis 205A
205A Avenida Almirante ReisR. Damasceno Monteiro 8A
8A Rua Damasceno MonteiroBica do Sapato
Av. Infante Dom Henrique Armazém B, Cais da Pedra, Santa ApolóniaEspumantaria do Petisco
1 Costa do Castelo28 Café
45 R. de Santa Cruz do CasteloFrom Graça to Senhora do Monte, from Mouraria to Martim Moniz, the huge viewpoint window from Teatro Taborda’s café shows it all. The landscape, reflected on the huge interior window is only one of the many good reasons to know this location, where many people from Lisbon study and work. There’s a piano, glass lamps of all shapes and sizes and smoked sausage and cheese boards.
29 locals recommend
Café da Garagem
75 Costa do Castelo From Graça to Senhora do Monte, from Mouraria to Martim Moniz, the huge viewpoint window from Teatro Taborda’s café shows it all. The landscape, reflected on the huge interior window is only one of the many good reasons to know this location, where many people from Lisbon study and work. There’s a piano, glass lamps of all shapes and sizes and smoked sausage and cheese boards.
one of the most popular destinations in the neighborhood of the Anjos. And among the essential is, of course, the brunch, whether in the normal dose (€ 11.95) or miniature (€ 6.50). Both include a selection of cold meats, cheeses and scrambled eggs, the most expensive offering more variety of breads, salmon, bacon (with eggs), fish from the vegetable garden and a caprese salad. Accompanying her, a cold drink and a hot drink.
The lunches are cheap, great and healthy!
100 locals recommend
Brick Cafe Lisboa
2 Rua de Moçambique one of the most popular destinations in the neighborhood of the Anjos. And among the essential is, of course, the brunch, whether in the normal dose (€ 11.95) or miniature (€ 6.50). Both include a selection of cold meats, cheeses and scrambled eggs, the most expensive offering more variety of breads, salmon, bacon (with eggs), fish from the vegetable garden and a caprese salad. Accompanying her, a cold drink and a hot drink.
The lunches are cheap, great and healthy!
Carvoaria Jacto
6A R. Maria AndradeTaberna Sal Grosso
22 Calçada do ForteZé da Mouraria 2
60 R. Gomes FreireVia Graça
9 b R. Damasceno MonteiroNoobai
Manteigaria Silva
It is one of the best known restaurants in Penha de França, mainly for value for money. The traditional Portuguese cuisine is the focus, with some details given to the minhotos flavors. The doses, these, are well served, as is the friendliness in the service. Cod to the minhota, beans to the Portuguese, hand of cow with grain and petinga with rice of grelos are of the dishes more requests. The best part? The lunch menu, which includes couvert, dish, drink and coffee, costs only € 6.5.
12 locals recommend
Lal Qila Restaurante
151 Rua da Penha de França It is one of the best known restaurants in Penha de França, mainly for value for money. The traditional Portuguese cuisine is the focus, with some details given to the minhotos flavors. The doses, these, are well served, as is the friendliness in the service. Cod to the minhota, beans to the Portuguese, hand of cow with grain and petinga with rice of grelos are of the dishes more requests. The best part? The lunch menu, which includes couvert, dish, drink and coffee, costs only € 6.5.
VALSA
13 R. Angelina Vidal It's a pub that's a record store and a cafe that's a ballroom and a bookstore.
Vegan and healthy options are the poster heads of space, opened six months ago. Daily there is a buffet for lunch at 6.90 euros and for dinner, a more expensive euro, with drinks, dessert and coffee being paid separately. You can also take it home. Empadão with corn flour, soybeans and nuts, lentil pie, brown rice, grain salad, red bean soup and carrots and red fruit cheesecake with soy cream are some of the examples of the offer.
6 locals recommend
Lisbon Vegan Restaurante
177 Rua de ArroiosVegan and healthy options are the poster heads of space, opened six months ago. Daily there is a buffet for lunch at 6.90 euros and for dinner, a more expensive euro, with drinks, dessert and coffee being paid separately. You can also take it home. Empadão with corn flour, soybeans and nuts, lentil pie, brown rice, grain salad, red bean soup and carrots and red fruit cheesecake with soy cream are some of the examples of the offer.
POLPETTA - almondegaria artesanal
81 Regueirão AnjosGood "petiscos", the Portuguese word for tapas, and traditional Portuguese food, with a very enthusiastic and fun team! Inside one of the true original markets of Lisbon, pick up some fresh produce and have a great lunch here afterwards!
Why you should visit it
Really good food, vibrant surroundings and amazing wine!
Special tip
Ask the owner, Miguel, to choose the wine for you!
10 locals recommend
Tasca do Mercado
Rua Ângela Pinto Good "petiscos", the Portuguese word for tapas, and traditional Portuguese food, with a very enthusiastic and fun team! Inside one of the true original markets of Lisbon, pick up some fresh produce and have a great lunch here afterwards!
Why you should visit it
Really good food, vibrant surroundings and amazing wine!
Special tip
Ask the owner, Miguel, to choose the wine for you!
Graça 77
77 Largo da GraçaFirst came the lemonade cart, parked at the Senhora do Monte viewpoint. Then came a nice little café in Graça, with an extended offering based on fresh local produce – and lemonade, of course – and an everyday brunch. What does it include? Greek yogurt with granola and fresh fruit, pancakes with honey, Nutella or berries, avocado, salmon, ham and cheese or tomato mozzarella toast and the lemonade of the day (we recommend strawberry). For an extra €2 you can get fried or scrambled eggs
6 locals recommend
Maria Limão Brunch, Crepes, Limonadas Lisboa
127 Rua da GraçaFirst came the lemonade cart, parked at the Senhora do Monte viewpoint. Then came a nice little café in Graça, with an extended offering based on fresh local produce – and lemonade, of course – and an everyday brunch. What does it include? Greek yogurt with granola and fresh fruit, pancakes with honey, Nutella or berries, avocado, salmon, ham and cheese or tomato mozzarella toast and the lemonade of the day (we recommend strawberry). For an extra €2 you can get fried or scrambled eggs
“Good evening, we have mushrooms as appetizers, the main course is mushrooms, and if you want to split some snacks, we have some – they're mushrooms.” This could be the script for a comedy sketch about Santa Clara dos Cogumelos, a place where fungi reign. There are many species (cultivated, wild and dehydrated) and all dishes are creative. An example? The forest salmon tataki, with fish on a layer of portobello mushrooms; the pumpkin soup with shiitake mushrooms, the mushrooms in vinegar sauce or the Bulhão Pato-style mushrooms.
Tue-Fri 7.30pm-11pm; Sat 1pm-3.30pm & 7.30pm-11pmPrice: Up to €30
72 locals recommend
Santa Clara dos Cogumelos
Campo de Santa Clara“Good evening, we have mushrooms as appetizers, the main course is mushrooms, and if you want to split some snacks, we have some – they're mushrooms.” This could be the script for a comedy sketch about Santa Clara dos Cogumelos, a place where fungi reign. There are many species (cultivated, wild and dehydrated) and all dishes are creative. An example? The forest salmon tataki, with fish on a layer of portobello mushrooms; the pumpkin soup with shiitake mushrooms, the mushrooms in vinegar sauce or the Bulhão Pato-style mushrooms.
Tue-Fri 7.30pm-11pm; Sat 1pm-3.30pm & 7.30pm-11pmPrice: Up to €30
“Art, food and drink.” That’s the motto of Estaminé, the little house that can only accommodate eight people, but where you can enjoy all of these things. The artwork (ceramics, photographs and postcards) is exposed for everyone to look at. So are the kitchen and owners, Luís and Joice, who prepare their dishes calmly, as if they were in their own house. The mojitos (€5) are delicious. You’ll pay about €20 for two people at this restaurant, which has been number one on TripAdvisor for over a year.
9 locals recommend
Estaminé art food drink
86A Calçada do Monte“Art, food and drink.” That’s the motto of Estaminé, the little house that can only accommodate eight people, but where you can enjoy all of these things. The artwork (ceramics, photographs and postcards) is exposed for everyone to look at. So are the kitchen and owners, Luís and Joice, who prepare their dishes calmly, as if they were in their own house. The mojitos (€5) are delicious. You’ll pay about €20 for two people at this restaurant, which has been number one on TripAdvisor for over a year.
Everything Else
A cultural area with restaurants, galleries and other points of interest
106 locals recommend
Largo do Intendente Pina Manique
Largo do Intendente Pina ManiqueA cultural area with restaurants, galleries and other points of interest
Arts & Culture
From contemporary art exhibitions to dance and theater performances, this cultural institution offers a rich lineup of events throughout the year.
65 locals recommend
Culturgest
50 R. Arco do CegoFrom contemporary art exhibitions to dance and theater performances, this cultural institution offers a rich lineup of events throughout the year.
The Madre de Deus Convent is situated in Xabregas, on the western area of Lisboa. The National Azulejo Museum represents the importance of this type of art in the culture, art and architecture of Portugal, that since early times recognized the utility and esthetical beauty of this privileged material, improving its technique of ancestral knowledge.
Founded in 1980, the Museum houses some of the most significant exemplars of national Azulejos since the 15th century until nowadays.
477 locals recommend
Museu Nacional do Azulejo
4 R. Me. DeusThe Madre de Deus Convent is situated in Xabregas, on the western area of Lisboa. The National Azulejo Museum represents the importance of this type of art in the culture, art and architecture of Portugal, that since early times recognized the utility and esthetical beauty of this privileged material, improving its technique of ancestral knowledge.
Founded in 1980, the Museum houses some of the most significant exemplars of national Azulejos since the 15th century until nowadays.
Museu do Fado
1 Largo do Chafariz de DentroArquivo Municipal de Lisboa - Fotográfico
246 R. da PalmaCasa dos Bicos / José Saramago Foundation
10 Rua dos BacalhoeirosLisbon Cathedral
1 Largo da SéPlanetario Calouste Gulbenkian
Praça do ImpérioEKA Palace
12 Calçada Dom GastãoGaleria Filomena Soares
80 Rua da ManutençãoMuseu Santo António
22 Largo de Santo António da SéMuseu Nacional de Arte Antiga
Rua das Janelas VerdesGaleria 111
5B R. Dr. João SoaresMunicipal Library of St. Lazarus
1 R. do SacoInaugurated in 1969 the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation has a garden that has become one of the symbols of the capital, as a place of rest and reading. It receives concerts (almost always of classical music or jazz), has a museum dedicated to contemporary art, auditoriums, libraries, even has an orchestra.
185 locals recommend
Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation
45 A Av. de BernaInaugurated in 1969 the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation has a garden that has become one of the symbols of the capital, as a place of rest and reading. It receives concerts (almost always of classical music or jazz), has a museum dedicated to contemporary art, auditoriums, libraries, even has an orchestra.
Founded in 2010 in a huge warehouse in the neighbourhood of Braço de Prata, it displays artwork by the most publicised artists of this time - from Wasted Rita to Alexandre Farto, who was discovered by Vhils, probably one of the most respected names in Portugal when it comes to urban interventionism. It’s as much an exhibition space as a venue for artistic residences and, since we’re on the theme of versatility, it has a sister in Cais do Sodré: Art Store opened in 2014 and there you can not only buy art, but also eat a bagel or drink craft coffee.
26 locals recommend
Underdogs Gallery
56 R. Fernando PalhaFounded in 2010 in a huge warehouse in the neighbourhood of Braço de Prata, it displays artwork by the most publicised artists of this time - from Wasted Rita to Alexandre Farto, who was discovered by Vhils, probably one of the most respected names in Portugal when it comes to urban interventionism. It’s as much an exhibition space as a venue for artistic residences and, since we’re on the theme of versatility, it has a sister in Cais do Sodré: Art Store opened in 2014 and there you can not only buy art, but also eat a bagel or drink craft coffee.
Drinks & Nightlife
When you step inside, it looks like you’re in some old movie scenario, everything has come back to life. The old rooms beautifully decorated, outside, the terrace is excellent for a cold beer or a hot chocolate. This is a place where you can find everything and easily spend the whole afternoon, and maybe stay for dinner and live music!
238 locals recommend
Casa Independente
45 Largo do Intendente Pina Manique When you step inside, it looks like you’re in some old movie scenario, everything has come back to life. The old rooms beautifully decorated, outside, the terrace is excellent for a cold beer or a hot chocolate. This is a place where you can find everything and easily spend the whole afternoon, and maybe stay for dinner and live music!
If you are exploring Graça by foot and would love to have a little rest then this is just the place, located a stone throw away from Miradouro da Graça. Enjoy a cup of coffee in this retro designed cafe with a lot of attitude. For those who are staying around this area could come back here during the night and enjoy a drink or two.
12:00PM to 2:00AM daily
92 locals recommend
Botequim da Graça
79 Largo da GraçaIf you are exploring Graça by foot and would love to have a little rest then this is just the place, located a stone throw away from Miradouro da Graça. Enjoy a cup of coffee in this retro designed cafe with a lot of attitude. For those who are staying around this area could come back here during the night and enjoy a drink or two.
12:00PM to 2:00AM daily
Topo is a chic, trendy and unpretentious place among the Lisbon rooftop bars, located on the 6th floor of a multiethnic commercial center, right next to Martim Moniz Plaza. Up here you get lovely views over the city, from São Jorge Castle and Mouraria, to the viewpoints of Graça and Senhora do Monte.
With a glass-hut indoor space where a long wood counter acts as both dining table and cocktail bar, and an outdoor terrace with multi-level wooden boxes working as seating areas, Topo is both a rooftop restaurant and bar. Ideal for many settings, like after work, late dinners or evening cocktails...Monday to Thursday:12.00 - 00.00;
Friday:12.00 - 02.00
Saturday:12.00 - 02.00
Sunday:2.00 - 00.00
448 locals recommend
Martim Moniz station
Topo is a chic, trendy and unpretentious place among the Lisbon rooftop bars, located on the 6th floor of a multiethnic commercial center, right next to Martim Moniz Plaza. Up here you get lovely views over the city, from São Jorge Castle and Mouraria, to the viewpoints of Graça and Senhora do Monte.
With a glass-hut indoor space where a long wood counter acts as both dining table and cocktail bar, and an outdoor terrace with multi-level wooden boxes working as seating areas, Topo is both a rooftop restaurant and bar. Ideal for many settings, like after work, late dinners or evening cocktails...Monday to Thursday:12.00 - 00.00;
Friday:12.00 - 02.00
Saturday:12.00 - 02.00
Sunday:2.00 - 00.00
Several days have either activities, or concerts of various musical styles.
Particularly jazz with live musicians and singers. The malta that frequents dance various styles, it seems that they have classes in other places and they are there.
They have mats.
All this confers a uniqueness to the space that reveals to be some age above.
10 locals recommend
BUS Paragem Cultural
73 R. MariaSeveral days have either activities, or concerts of various musical styles.
Particularly jazz with live musicians and singers. The malta that frequents dance various styles, it seems that they have classes in other places and they are there.
They have mats.
All this confers a uniqueness to the space that reveals to be some age above.
Dois Corvos
94 R. Cap. LeitãoMá Lingua
1C Rua da Senhora do MonteCapitao Leitao
5B R. Cap. LeitãoBar, cultural association, record store and live music. Open every day 3pm-12pm
47 locals recommend
Crew Hassan - Cultural Cooperative C. L. R.
8A R. Andrade Bar, cultural association, record store and live music. Open every day 3pm-12pm
The Workers' Voice
13 R. da Voz do OperárioAs Damas, which has been open since 2015, is responsible for the migration of hundreds of night birds to what was formerly a sleepy neighbourhood. Late night petiscos, craft beer, free concerts, DJ sets until 4am, and a crowd spilling onto the street: this is one of the top nightlife spots in Lisbon.
160 locals recommend
Damas
60 R. da Voz do OperárioAs Damas, which has been open since 2015, is responsible for the migration of hundreds of night birds to what was formerly a sleepy neighbourhood. Late night petiscos, craft beer, free concerts, DJ sets until 4am, and a crowd spilling onto the street: this is one of the top nightlife spots in Lisbon.
On the city's eastern fringe, on the road to Parque das Nações, the hulking former headquarters of an arms manufacturer now houses this thriving cultural centre. As well as nightly dance classes, it hosts concerts of everything from fado to classical music on Wednesdays, Fridays (normally jazz night) and Saturdays. On Thursdays there are free jam sessions and at other times anyone can play the bar piano. There are also film screenings and talks on philosophy, and exhibitions by local artists. The restaurant serves tasty snacks and does well-priced set menus.
67 locals recommend
Fábrica Braço de Prata
On the city's eastern fringe, on the road to Parque das Nações, the hulking former headquarters of an arms manufacturer now houses this thriving cultural centre. As well as nightly dance classes, it hosts concerts of everything from fado to classical music on Wednesdays, Fridays (normally jazz night) and Saturdays. On Thursdays there are free jam sessions and at other times anyone can play the bar piano. There are also film screenings and talks on philosophy, and exhibitions by local artists. The restaurant serves tasty snacks and does well-priced set menus.
Essentials
Av. Gen. Roçadas 62B
62B Avenida General RoçadasAv. Cel. Eduardo Galhardo 3
3 Avenida Coronel Eduardo GalhardoFarmácia Dalton - Medipar - Comercio De Medicamentos, Lda
7 Av. Mouzinho de AlbuquerqueFarmácia
Lidl Lisboa - Cor.Galhardo
2 Avenida Coronel Eduardo GalhardoMercado de Sapadores
3 Av. Gen. RoçadasMarket with fish, meat, vegetables and fresh fruit
Getting Around
Praça Paiva Couceiro
Praça Paiva CouceiroPraça do Chile
Praça do ChileAvenida General Roçadas
Avenida General RoçadasSapadores station
Rua Morais Soares
Rua Morais SoaresbaaBeat
4 Praça Olegário MarianoPentacar
3A R. de Angra do HeroísmoArroios station