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Category: Museums - Lisbon Attractions & Activities
Address: Avenida de Berna, 45, Lisbon, PT 1050039
Founded by petroleum mogul Calouste Gulbenkian and maintained by the foundation bearing his name, this stunning facility boasts three concert halls, two galleries and an orchestra. Comprehensive exhibits feature Egyptian, Oriental, Greco-Roman and European art and boast names such as Rembrandt, Ruebens, and Renoir....
Category: Museums - Lisbon Attractions & Activities
Address: Praça do Império, Lisbon 1400206
Among Europe's finest maritime centers with exhibits recalling Portugal's glorious contributions to nautical expedition. Items include naval uniforms and models of ships ranging from the 15th to the 18th centuries. There's also a nice section devoted to Portugal's pioneer aviators.
Category: Historic Sites - Lisbon Attractions & Activities
Address: Rua do Alviela, 12, Lisbon, PT 1170012
ALFAMA. The aqueduct was built between 1732 and 1748 and spans 36 miles, bridging the Alcantara valley via a series of 35 arches. At the time of construction, the arches were the world's tallest, and they remain a formidable sight to this day, having survived the massive 1755 earthquake.
Category: Museums - Lisbon Attractions & Activities
Address: Rua Dr. Nicolau de Bittemcourt, 1067, Lisbon 1000001
Superb gathering of modern Portuguese art with work ranging from the turn of the century to the present. Lisbon's first major permanent collection of modern art was established in 1980. METRO: Praça d'Espagna; BUS 16, 26, 31, 46 or 56
Category: Zoos, Aquariums & Reserves - Lisbon Attractions & Activities
Address: Praça da Estrela, Lisbon, PT 1200667
ESTRELA. This magnificent garden is a must-see in Lisbon. The flowers are beautifully scattered throughout the entire garden, and a waterside café overlooks the lake. You will enjoy feeding the ducks and the fish that are eager for a tasty treat. In summer months, you may occasionally find musicians giving live...
Category: Museums - Lisbon Attractions & Activities
Address: Praça Afonso de Albuquerque, 1300, Lisbon 130004
Lisbon's most frequented attraction, the world's best coach museum contains an impressive collection of coaches dating from the 17th to the 19th centuries. Particularly noteworthy are the three exquisite baroque carriages used by Portugal's ambassador to Italy in the 1700's.
Category: Historic Sites - Lisbon Attractions & Activities
Address: Praça da República, Sintra, PT 2710000
SINTRA. The lone surviving royal residence from the medieval age. The massive structure is accented by its two enormous conical chimneys. It originated in the 11th century as a Moorish palace, undergoing additions in the 15th and 16th centuries. Renowned for housing the world's greatest collection of Mudejar tiles, as...
Praça do Comércio (Terreiro do Paco)
Category: Sightseeing - Lisbon Attractions & Activities
Address: Lisbon, PT 1100148
BAIXA. Comprised of classical arcades and buildings, this majestic square is among Lisbon's loveliest sites. Prior to the earthquake of 1755, this was the site of the royal palace for 400 years. Present home of numerous government agencies and the stock exchange.
Category: Historic Sites - Lisbon Attractions & Activities
Address: Praça da Torre de São Vicente de Belém, Lisbon, PT 1400-038
BELÉM. This monument synonymous with Portugal was built in the mid-1500's to defend the river entrance into Lisbon harbor. Medieval architecture with Gothic and Renaissance flourishes pays homage to Portugal's nautical, military and expeditionary achievements. Bask in a glorious view from atop the tower. Accessible...
Category: Religious Sites - Lisbon Attractions & Activities
Address: Praça da Estrela, Lisbon, PT 1200667
ESTRELA. Among the city's signature landmarks, thanks in part to its lavish white dome, this church was built in the late 1700's and is marked by numerous Portuguese and Italian trappings.
