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- Rossio Square
- Santa Justa Elevator
- Tram 28
Viewpoints
- Miradouro de Santa Catarina
- Miradouro de Santa Luzia
- Miradouro das Portas do Sol
- Miradouro São Pedro Alcântara
Castles & Palaces
- Ajuda Palace
- Belém Palace
- Belém Tower
- Castle of São Jorge
- Fronteira Palace
- Neccessidades Palace
- Queluz Palace
- São Bento Palace
Religious Buildings
- Carmo Convent
- Cathedral (Sé)
- Conceição Velha Church
- Estrela Basilica
- Graça Church
- Jeronimos Monastery
- Memória Church
- National Pantheon of Santa Engracia
- Saint Anthony Church
- São Domingos Church
- São Roque Church
- São Vicente de Fora Monastery
Zoological
- Aquario Vasco da Gama
- Lisbon Zoo
- Oceanarium
Museums and Galleries
- Calouste Gulbenkian Museum
- Carris Transport Museum
- Fado Museum
- Interactive Science Museum
- Lisbon Museum
- MAAT (Museum of Art,
Architecture and Technology) - Military Museum
- MUDE
- National Archeology Museum
- National Coach Museum
- National Museum of Ancient Art
- National Tile Museum
- Orient Museum
- Planetarium Calouste Gulbenkian
- Roman Theatre and Museum
- Water Museum (Mãe d’Água das Amoreiras Reservoir)
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MISCELLANEOUS
- Capuchos Convent
- Parque da Pena (Pena Park)
- Peninha Sanctuary
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Arrâbida Coast (Costa Azul)
Where the Arrábida Natural park meets the sea, one can find a series of unspoiled beaches, most of which have Blue Flag status. Often marketed as Portugal's Dream Coast or Costa Azul, this dramatic and beautiful coastline offers white sands, clear waters and stunning views. The Costa Azul south of Lisbon is becoming one of the most talked-about tourist regions in Portugal. The Costa Azul attracts visitors who not only seek a slower pace of life but also draws those searching for an authentic Portuguese experience.
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Sesimbra
Traditional fishing boat in Sesimbra
The delightful seaside resort and the fishing village of Sesimbra lies a mere 25 miles (40 km) south of Lisbon. Over the last few years has become increasingly popular with visitors both national and international. The town maintains much of its fishing heritage, although you'd have to get up very early to watch the fishermen land their catch. The fishermen's colourful boats left on the beaches add oodles of charm to the seafront.
Sesimbra markets itself as a family-friendly destination and has amenities to suit all ages. There's a calm persona to the town. It is devoid of noisy revellers, sports bars and stag parties which other more popular resorts are marred with. Protective headlands ensure only the gentlest of waves lap up onto the soft pristine sands. Only the lightest of breezes blow, thus providing a safe bathing environment for the little ones. Children are also welcome at all local restaurants that also attract lovers of fresh fish, for which the town is renowned and revered. So much so the locals have gained the name "Pexitos". Look out for the swordfish (espadarte), which is common in these waters. It also provides sport for anglers. [ More About ► ]
Sesimbra markets itself as a family-friendly destination and has amenities to suit all ages. There's a calm persona to the town. It is devoid of noisy revellers, sports bars and stag parties which other more popular resorts are marred with. Protective headlands ensure only the gentlest of waves lap up onto the soft pristine sands. Only the lightest of breezes blow, thus providing a safe bathing environment for the little ones. Children are also welcome at all local restaurants that also attract lovers of fresh fish, for which the town is renowned and revered. So much so the locals have gained the name "Pexitos". Look out for the swordfish (espadarte), which is common in these waters. It also provides sport for anglers. [ More About ► ]
Palmela
Situated 27 miles south of Lisbon on the North-Eastern corner of the Arrábida National Park is the ancient, yet small, town of Palmela has to a large degree has been overlooked by foreign tourists and remains somewhat unspoiled. Its main attraction is the medieval castle which dominates the skyline for miles around. Perched on a precipice 1200 metres high, the castle has been of strategic importance throughout Portugal's colourful history. Blessed with rich fertile soils the area around Palmela lies in the heart of a highly respected and prosperous wine-growing region. Each September the wine harvest is celebrated with the vibrant Festa das Vindimas (Grape Harvest Festival) which is a major draw for locals and visitors alike. The crowds adorned in traditional attire dance in the street, there's also processions, fireworks, grape-treading and the running of bulls.
The old quarter clings to the edge of the Arrábida foothills and retains much of its original character with narrow cobbled streets and whitewashed houses. Sadly in places, buildings are in desperate need of renovation. Although the Praça Duque de Palmela contains a 17th-century pillory and town hall at its head, the square isn't quite the cultural hub it ought to be. Close by is the 16th-century Baroque style church of Igreja de São Pedro, famed for its azulejos depicting the life of Saint Peter. [ More About ► ]
The old quarter clings to the edge of the Arrábida foothills and retains much of its original character with narrow cobbled streets and whitewashed houses. Sadly in places, buildings are in desperate need of renovation. Although the Praça Duque de Palmela contains a 17th-century pillory and town hall at its head, the square isn't quite the cultural hub it ought to be. Close by is the 16th-century Baroque style church of Igreja de São Pedro, famed for its azulejos depicting the life of Saint Peter. [ More About ► ]
Palmela Castle
