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5 VIEIRA PORTUENSE 6 MUSEU DO FADO / FADO MUSEUM 6 PAVILHÃO DO CONHECIMENTO /
6 MUSEU DA ELECTRICIDADE / ELECTRICITY MUSEUM 7 CASTELO DE SÃO JORGE KNOWLEDGE PAVILION
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8 PASTÉIS DE BELÉM / BELÉM CUSTARD CAKES 9 ELEVADOR ST. JUSTA / SANTA JUSTA LIFT 8 ESTAÇÃO ORIENTE / ORIENTE STATION
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Map 02 Cascais / Estoril 12
Introduction to Lisbon 04 Sintra 13
Baixa / Chiado 06 Setúbal / Tróia 14
Historical Neighbourhoods 07 Mafra / Ericeira 15
Bairro Alto 08 Oeiras 16
Santos 09 Tram 28 17
Belém 10 Gastronomy 18
Parque das Nações 11 Ask Me 19
LISBOA
DiverCiTY BAIXA HISTORICAL RIVERSIDE PARQUE SINTRA MAFRA
CHIADO NEIGHBOURHOODS ZONE DAS NAÇÕES ERICEIRA
(Mouraria, Alfama, Castelo)
Lisbon provides a multitude of experiences. TOWARDS THE CITY CENTRE
A capital like no other in the world, with so much to offer, in The centre of Lisbon, in the very heart of the millenary city,
a truly magical setting. is where a gateway to the world was opened in the 15th
century.
Visitors to Lisbon will take a boatload of wide-ranging
memories back home with them. Today it is Terreiro do Paço, in bygone times a powerful
square where anything could happen, and still today a stage
It is also a city of contrasts, where modernity lives side by
for important events.
side with vestiges of History, like a living museum.
This is the ideal starting point for a journey of discovery
But Lisbon does not end here… within just a few
through Lisbon.
kilometres are towns that offer a world of emotions, in their
own particular way. Following the river to Santos, we find 1001 ways to enjoy
the night.
The neighbouring Sintra is known as the capital of
romanticism and was described by the timeless Lord Byron Further ahead is Belém and time to rediscover the
as a “glorious eden”, an enchanting place. History of Portugal, without forgetting Lisbon’s historical
neighbourhoods, before emerging into the new city.
Shrouded by the mysteries of Mafra and refreshed by the sea
breeze from the Cascais line, Lisbon is and always was a city We invite you to walk along the streets where the city
shaped by History and diversity. grew, to get to know the monuments that recount its
history, to learn what the authentic alfacinhas (nickname for
Lisbon dwellers) are made of, and to discover the modern
metropolis looking to the future.
Prepare yourselves for an intense and surprising city. A
city of contrasts where the antiquity of the Historical
Neighbourhoods sits harmoniously with the vibrant
modernity of the opposite end of town, the Parque das
Naçoes.
www.visitlisboa.com Above all we invite you to feel the heartbeat of this city and
experience Lisbon from the inside.
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BAIXA
PONTOS
NOT TO BE MISSED…
DE ENCONTRO
completely rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake.
THE PAST AND THE FUTURE The Rua Augusta Arch, which has opened to the public and
IN THE SAME STREET from which one has a breathtaking view over Lisbon and the
River Tagus.
FROM THE BAIXA TO CHIADO ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN. The Lisbon Story Centre, which recounts over twenty
centuries of the history of this singular city, via sensorial,
An essential quarter of the city, the cradle of Lisbon’s soul, entertaining and fun experiences.
rich in vestiges from bygone times, traditional shops, urban NOT TO BE MISSED...
Terreiro do Paço, a refurbished location with café patios that Lisbon is a city that imbibes its river.
art, entertainment, youthful zest, shows, music and surprises
around every corner. invite one to socialise. Continuing to hug the River Tagus, we follow the riverside The numerous fado houses, bars, taverns and culture and sports
Traditional shopping with a wide variety of traditional and zone in the direction of the historical neighbourhoods. associations, as well as commercial establishments of Chinese
Here the fertile streets live and breathe the real Lisbon. No and Indian origin, among others.
surprise, therefore, that it is the birthplace of the Lisbon alternative stores. Before visiting the Castle, take time out to listen to the city
dwellers’ identity. through the Fado songs that usher you to Alfama. Near Graça the National Pantheon and the Feira da Ladra
Lisboa Story Centre (Flea Market), held on Tuesdays and Saturdays, are must
Drinking a “bica” (strong coffee) on a café patio almost 100 Here the houses exude authenticity, with clothes hanging visits. The fair sells all manner of items including antiques and
years old, imbued with stories and memories of past poets, Terreiro do Paço outside and residents looking out of the window in a truly vintage articles, in an eclectic atmosphere with a healthy mix
who remain alive in popular memory... this is living in Lisbon. Rua Augusta Arch poetic image. of generations.
Santa Justa Lift Sitting atop one of the famous seven hills of the city is the The Santos Populares (Popular Saints) festivities, in June, when
St. George’s Castle, overlooking Lisbon from high above. Lisbon goes onto the street to dance, sing, eat grilled sardines,
Carmo Ruins
Built in the 7th century AD, it represents the origin of the city drink and lap up the best that life has to offer.
Rua Garret / Largo do Chiado
after D. Afonso Henriques, the first King of Portugal.
MUST-DO ROUTE Café “A Brasileira”
Strolling down the hill we discover Mouraria, a true melting
pot where the air is filled with exotic aromas that take us on
Terreiro Rua Augusta Rossio /
Rua GarretT
café a journey all around the world. MUST-DO TRAM
Carmo Ruins / Largo
do Paço Arch Santa Justa Lift
do Chiado
“A Brasileira” ROUTE 28
Mouraria is today a meeting place of different people and
cultures, without ever losing its time-honoured popular
traditions. SÃO VICENTE
Alfama
DE FORA CHURCH
From Alfama, the ideal way to take in the neighbourhoods of
Castelo and Mouraria is to catch the tram. Route 28 will take
you on a journey to the most important historical sites of the
city, from the hilltop to the Baixa and Chiado. Castelo GRAÇA
But if you want to immerse yourself in the very core of
Lisbon, let your feet do the wandering.
SENHORA
Mouraria DO MONTE
BELVEDERE
HISTORICAL
NEIGHBOURHOOD
Alfama, Mouraria and Castelo
Genuine people
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Bairro Alto
Cais do Sodré
FESTIVAL SPIRIT
RIVERSIDE
Bairro Alto is a neighbourhood open to the
world, open to diversity, open to the joy of life.
MUST-DO ROUTE
ZONE
The streets fill with people from all over the country and
all over the world, of all ages and creeds, of all styles and
rua do
Alecrim / LUÍS DE Camões Rua da Rua da Happy days
mannerisms, all with a common goal: To socialise.
Cais
do Sodré
SQUARE Atalaia Rosa
intense nights
Music can be heard emanating from every corner and
people come together to hold never-ending conversations.
After warming one’s soul in the
neighbourhood, it’s worth descending the Rua We leave Bairro Alto but continue in high spirits. Avenida 24 de Julho, Santos and the Docks, Santo Amaro and
DA BICA to Cais do Sodré, where the partying Alcântara, all beside the River Tagus, these are ideal meeting points.
In Santos euphoria and glamour are commonplace, with intense
goes on. Plenty of alternative ways to spend the night in Lisbon, where you
days and simply brilliant nights.
will find some of the most well-known bars and nightclubs of the
Upon daybreak, a different life wakes up the neighbourhood. Small intimate and welcoming places invite capital and a vibrant youth scene.
Shops selling art and alternative articles, cosmopolitan intense nights until the first sunrays of
But Santos is more than just nightlife. It also breathes art and
fashion, design ideas, music stores and international brands, dawn.
culture in the studios and alternative shops, where contemporary
stores selling second-hand items, hairdressers, and much Known as the zona ribeirinha (riverside zone), encompassing creativity inhabits old houses.
more.
Bairro Alto is an indispensable, unmistakeable and
inspirational place. More than a neighbourhood it is a way of
life that lives and breathes bohemia and poetry. MUST-DO ROUTE
NOT TO BE MISSED...
AvENIDA CRUISE
SANTOS Santo Amaro Docks Alcântara
Rua do Norte and its shops. 24 Julho TERMINAL
ENDLESS
CONVERSATIONS
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OPEN-AIR Parque das Nações
MUSEUM A World
of possibilities
We invite you to discover Belém, the starting teeming with timeless memories; a stroll along the River Welcome to Modern Lisbon, a contemporary After exercising your mind in the Knowledge Pavilion, one
point of the epic Discoveries, over 500 years Tagus, the mirror of the city with which the Lisbon dwellers city! of the points of interest in the Parque das Nações, it is time to
ago. retain a very strong relationship. feed the body. Just choose from among the huge selection
The whole of the Parque das Nações affords beautiful views
of restaurants, bars or shops in the park.
A place of great symbolic value for Portugal, where fragile The whole zone has been redesigned and is today used over the River Tagus, where the water and sky blend into a
adventurers set off in their ships bound for the unknown. for sports and leisure activities, with an authentic open-air merged horizon. Why not try you luck inside Casino Lisboa, and end the day
museum as the backdrop. by nourishing your soul with a concert in the now mythical
One of the vestiges exemplifying the magnitude of the quest Catering for a range of interests, from the architecture to the
Atlantic Pavilion.
to conquer, the Jerónimos Monastery, in the “Praça do Do not pass up a visit to the Coach Museum for a trip cultural activities on offer, there is much to explore on this
Império” square, is among the most beautiful monuments through history that reveals the surprising story and detail of side of the city.
of the capital. Another is Belém Tower, another majestic this means of transport. Right “on top of” the river we have a small sample of the NOT TO BE MISSED...
example of Manueline architecture. Both monuments are Ocean: the Oceanarium. An immeasurably valuable jewel of
After this journey in time, the cherry on top of the cake The Parque das Nações supplies a world of experiences, from
UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Lisbon, this authentic oasis allows visitors to see sea-life up
comes in the form of the Pastel de Belém (Custard Cake), cable cares and bicycles, from restaurants to walks in the great
Today, there is also plenty to discover in Belém: the Belém a closely guarded culinary secret that has achieved fame close, through the meticulous reconstruction of the natural
outdoors.
Cultural Centre stages a variety of cultural events catering beyond Portugal’s borders. habitat of animal and plant species. The oceanarium gives
for all tastes and ages; splendid gardens and a museum the public the opportunity to dive into the everyday life of a It is worth keeping tabs on the different events that take place
variety of living animals. at the Lisbon International Fair.
BELÉM
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MUST-DO TRIP THAT ENCOMPASSES THE BEST OF THE NOT TO BE MISSED... It is well worth taking a 25-km trip out of Lisbon to visit Sintra. NOT TO BE MISSED...
SEA AND THE GLAMOUR of an unique coastal zone. Paula Rego Museum Pena Palace
A Unesco World Heritage site, a passionate
Around 20 km from the capital, the Cascais Line is the Lisbon Water sports town that has inspired artists and writers Moors’ Castle
dwellers’ resort. It is here where the city’s residents escape from the world over. Sintra National Palace
Sintra-Cascais Nature Parks
the commotion of the capital to enjoy its wonders.
A climb to the top of the Serra de Sintra will take you to Pena Tram ride to Maçãs beach
Some of the best Golf courses in Europe
As well as the magnificent beaches for sport and leisure, Palace. Perched on the mountaintop, it is the most complete Quinta da Regaleira
culture, nature and gastronomy are also on offer all along Restaurants of fresh fish and shellfish example of Portuguese romanticism architecture.
Monserrate Palace
the coast from Lisbon to Cascais, with a unique charm. Estoril Casino, the largest in Europe In the thickset and sharp relief of the Serra de Sintra Toy Museum
It is here where the river turns into the sea. At the mouth of landscape, vestiges of a more remote past can be found:
Regional Sweets
the Tagus Estuary we have the Bugio Fort, forever guarding the Castelo dos Mouros (Moors’ Castle) and its ruins that tell
the entrance of vessels into the harbour. stories from other epochs.
Moving westwards we get to Carcavelos and its extensive Let yourself be taken on a journey through time, on foot
beaches, which are ideal for water sport lovers. or in a horse-drawn carriage from a bygone era. Discover
resplendent gardens replete with secrets and the magical
Estoril has the best of both worlds: on the one hand it has
charm of this mysterious town. Right in the centre of Sintra,
the beach, and on the other the entertainment at the Casino.
the Palácio da Vila (Town Palace) stands tall, often shrouded
Cascais is the next town along the coast, nestling besides in an enigmatic blanket of mist that is typical of the zone’s
the sea, extending to the Sintra-Cascais Nature Park which microclimate. Sintra is much more than a tourist destination.
occupies 1/3 of its area. With a picturesque historical centre, It’s an illustrated story with sublime landscapes, unparalleled
its own marina and a powerful ocean presence, as can be delights and an ambience that cannot be found anywhere
seen with a visit to the Boca do Inferno (Hell’s Mouth) and else in the world.
Guincho Beach, Cascais is ideal for water sport lovers. A meal
of fresh fish completes the experience...the sea at the table. An authentic work of art of Nature and Mankind.
Cascais
Estoril SINTRA
SUBLIME Capital of
COAST Romanticism
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MAFRA
Ericeira
AN IMPOSING PAST
with the sea so close
SETúBAL The town of Mafra, located around 35 km north of Lisbon And while Mafra provides us with rustic pleasures, nearby is
TRÓIA is one of the oldest towns in Portugal. Its origin dates back
to the mists of time, with the magical Serra de Sintra to the
Ericeira, a fishing town besides the sea, with internationally
renowned beaches perfect for surfing, such as the Coxos
Blue on green southwest of it. and Ribeira d’Ilhas beaches, which are the venues for surf
competitions attended by people from all over the world.
Just a few kilometres from the capital the The stage of great feats, Mafra Municipality
scenario changes colour and Nature offers has a singular character: the monumentality In Ericeira one eats the freshest of fish and feels the sea
us the perfect reason to escape the urban of its history. running through the veins of the town.
environment: Setúbal/Tróia. The richness and diversity of its natural heritage and the
A region embraced by the River Sado, with a natural estuary lifestyle of its peoples, perpetuating its arts and trades, the
NOT TO BE MISSED...
of great ecological importance, rich in fauna and flora. knowledge and aromas of other times.
Mafra National Palace
Upon arrival we are greeted by the Forte de São Filipe (São It is unpardonable not to visit Mafra National Palace, a
Mafra Woodland Estate
Filipe’s Fortress) which can be seen from afar. building shrouded in many mysteries, as well as the “Tapada
de Mafra” (Mafra woodland estate), a natural area teeming Ericeira – World Surfing Reserve
Embedded in the midst of mountains and trees of Arrábida with fauna and flora. Beaches
Nature Park is a secret, a precious jewel, the “Nossa Senhora
da Arrábida” Convent, which dates back to 1538-39.
Once in Setúbal, one has to respond to the calling of the sea.
It is almost a sin not to descend to the small Arrábida Port,
and just a few kilometres ahead we get to Forte da Arrábida
(Arrábida Fortress).
Back to the centre of Setúbal, it’s worth exploring the River
MISTS OF
TIME
Sado estuary and diving into the tastes of its gastronomy.
Embarking on a quest of emotions, the ideal thing to do is
to catch the ferry to Tróia peninsula where the beaches and
sand-dunes reign.
Here, in this idyllic landscape, one can appreciate marvels of
Nature such as flamingos and dolphins.
This is the magic of Setúbal e Tróia
NOT TO BE MISSED...
Natural Estuary
São Felipe’s Fortress
Arrábida Nature Park
Arrábida Beach Port
Arrábida Fortress
Dolphins
Tróia Peninsula
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UNSPOILT Lisboa
HORIZON ON 28
OEIRAS Tram 28
BETWEEN When the tram
THE RIVER AND THE SEA goes by, time stops…
Also in the Greater Lisbon area do not pass up The best way to feel the spirit of Lisbon is to As we descend to the Baixa, an authentic open-air shopping
the chance to visit the beautiful municipality travel through the city on tram 28. centre, the tram passes the Rua Augusta Arch, the gateway
delimited to the south by the River Tagus to the city, and continues onwards through the winding
A trip on the tram is a journey through time. Slide through
estuary. streets of old Lisbon, passing by the old Cathedral (Sé) and
the city, as its residents have done so for over 100 years.
the beauty spots that offer us breathtaking views of Lisbon.
In a natural amphitheatre setting, where the proximity to
The line 28 route takes you past Lisbon’s most emblematic
the river ensures mild temperatures, humid breezes and an Next stop: Graça, also with its own beauty spot, not forgetting
sites as the tram calmly shuttles through places that cannot
unspoilt horizon, with a climate influenced by the waters the one perched on Senhora do Monte.
be ignored by the city’s visitors.
between the river and the ocean, these singular traits
Afterwards the tram slides down to Martim Moniz, the
underpin the production of the famous Carcavelos Wine. Starting at Prazeres, it descends to Estrela, where the
meeting point of all cultures.
It is highly recommended that you experience the aromas imposing Basilica dominates the view, before continuing to
and tastes it offers and get to know its unique characteristics. the Parliament Building. The journey allows passengers to
Oeiras also has a harmonious set of beaches blessed by Yet Oeiras has more than an enticing climate, seductive tastes, observe the movement in the streets and life in the city as it
Nature, as well as a contemporary town where you can find landscape, history and dreams. It is also a council geared is, as we get to Chiado and the theatres, with the River Tagus
everything a modern society needs. towards the future. The organisation of the territory reflects always providing the backdrop.
the forward-thinking orientations for the development of the
Oeiras is also steeped in history. Dating back to 1759, it has
council, through a business component that places a strong
preserved its vestiges of the past that constitute striking
emphasis on the tertiary sector, especially Information and
testaments to the council’s history.
Communication Technologies.
Well worth a visit is the Marquês de Pombal Palace, and MUST-DO ROUTE
numerous other estates of singular beauty scattered around NOT TO BE MISSED...
the region.
Ocean Swimming Pool Martim
Prazeres Estrela São BENTO Chiado Baixa Graça
But Oeiras also carries you on a dreamy journey, through Moniz
Marquês de Pombal Palace
poetry and art, in the luxurious green Parque dos Poetas
(Poets’ Park). Quinta Real de Caxias
Parque dos Poetas
Carcavelos Wine – Conde de Oeiras
Museum and Collections open to visits
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ASK ME
Museums and monuments
CASA-MUSEU DA FUNDAÇÃO MEDEIROS MUSEU DO COMBATENTE – FORTE DO BOM PALÁCIO NACIONAL DA PENA
E ALMEIDA SUCESSO www.parquesdesintra.pt
www.casa-museumedeirosealmeida.pt www.ligacombatentes.org.pt
PALÁCIO NACIONAL DE QUELUZ
CASA-MUSEU DR. ANASTÁCIO GONÇALVES MUSEU DAS COMUNICAÇÕES www.parquesdesintra.pt
www.cmag-ipmuseus.pt www.fpc.pt
PALÁCIO NACIONAL DE SINTRA
CENTRO CIENTÍFICO E CULTURAL DE MACAU MUSEU DE MARINHA www.parquesdesintra.pt
www.cccm.pt www.museumarinha.pt
PAVILHÃO DO CONHECIMENTO – CIÊNCIA
CENTRO DE ARTE MODERNA JOSÉ AZEREDO MUSEU DE SÃO ROQUE VIVA
PERDIGÃO www.museu-saoroque.com www.pavconhecimento.pt
www.gulbenkian.pt
MUSEU DO ORIENTE QUINTA DA REGALEIRA
GABINETE MUSEOLÓGICO E DOCUMENTAL www.museudooriente.pt www.regaleira.pt
DA RÁDIO E TELEVISÃO
www.museu.rtp.pt MNAC - MUSEU DO CHIADO TORRE DE BELÉM
www.museudochiado-ipmuseus.pt www.torrebelem.pt
GASTRONOMY
FUNDAÇÃO ARPAD SZENES - VIEIRA DA
SILVA MUSEU MILITAR DE LISBOA MUSEU DO FADO
www.fasvs.pt www.exercito.pt www.museudofado.pt
FUNDAÇÃO JOSÉ SARAMAGO MUSEU NACIONAL DE ARQUEOLOGIA MUSEU ANTONIANO
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