Tagus Route

Built in the mid 11th century, this fortification still preserves its eleven towers, and features architectural elements from the military fortifications built under Islamic rule. The sets of stairs leaning against the castle’s walls provide access to the battlements and towers, which can be visited all around its perimeter. Due to its exceptional location, St. George’s Castle stands out from all of Lisbon’s viewpoints thanks to the unique and majestic views it offers its visitors.

Address: R. de Santa Cruz do Castelo, 1100-129 Lisbon

How to get there:

Train:

Azambuja - Santa Apolónia,

Oeiras - Cais do Sodré (du),

Sintra - Rossio

Tram: 28E

Bus: 711, 728, 732, 736, 737, 759, 760

Metro: Blue Line, Green Line

Ferry: Terreiro do Paço Terminal: Lisbon-Barreiro

Opening Hours:

Mon to Sun: 9:00AM-6:00PM

Price:

Children: €5

Adults: €8.50

Family: €20

Seniors: €5

Disabled: €5

An Ideal location to combine two things that really must be done in Lisbon: catch the 28 tram to Graça and sit at the Miradour da Graça taking in the view. The shadow created by the church and surrounding pine trees brings a feeling of spiritual retreat to those sitting on the terrace or surrounding walls. Located on the castle’s neighbouring hill, the view over Lisbon is both stunning and charming. With the city at its feet, everyday day life happening in in the surrounding historic neighbourhoods and the Tagus River flowing in the background, the sounds of the city dissapear, making this place as quiet as it is sought after by those who love exploring in Lisbon.

Address: Calçada da Graça Lisbon

How to get there: 

Train:

Cascais - Cais do Sodré - Express,

Mira Sintra - Meleças - Rossio,

Oeiras - Cais do Sodré (DU),

Sintra - Rossio

Tram: 28E

Bus: 712, 726, 734, 737

Metro: Green Line

The Lisbon Cathedral is one of the city’s most iconic images and its most important church. Supposedly built over Lisbon’s main mosque at the time of the Christian Reconquest, its construction was completed at the beginning of the 13th century. The Romanesque style is predominant, but Gothic and Baroque have also left their marks on this church, which has undergone various modifications over the centuries.

Address: Largo da Sé 1100-585Lisboa

How to get there:

Train:

Azambuja - Santa Apolónia,

Cascais - Cais do Sodré - express,

Mira Sintra - Meleças - Rossio,

Sintra - Rossio

Tram: 28E

Bus: 711, 714, 728, 732, 736, 782

Metro: Blue line

Ferry: Terreiro do Paço - Terminal: Lisbon-Barreiro

Opening Hours:

Mon to Sat: 10:00am - 06:00pm

Sun: Closed

The National Pantheon – or Church of Santa Engrácia – is an impressive Baroque monument that houses the tombs of the country’s most notable citizens.

Address: Campo de Santa Clara - 1100-471Lisboa

How to get there:

Train:

Azambuja - Santa Apolónia,

Cascais - Cais Do Sodré - Express,

Oeiras - Cais Do Sodré (Du)

Tram: 28E

Bus: 712, 728

Metro: Blue Line

Opening Hours:

Tue to Sun: 10:00am - 13:00pm / 02:00pm - 05:00pm

Mon: Closed

At the Triumphal Arch of Rua Augusta, visitors can climb to the top of this unique monument and enjoy a truly impressive and singular view of Lisbon's Baixa and its River Tagus.

Address: Rua Augusta, 2 1100-053 Lisboa

How to get there:

Train:

Mira Sintra-Meleças - Rossio,

Sintra - Rossio

Tram: 28E

Bus: 728, 732, 736, 782

Metro: Blue Line, Green Line

Ferry:

Terreiro do Paço Terminal: Lisbon-Barreiro

Cais do Sodré Terminal: Lisbon-Cacilhas | Lisbon-Seixal | Lisbon-Montijo

Opening Hours: (temporarily closed)

Price:

Adults €8

Children €4.50

Praça do Comércio, formerly known as Terreiro do Paço, is a square in Lisbon's Baixa right on the Tagus. The palace of the kings of Portugal stood here for roughly two centuries, but it is now home to various governmental departments. As one of Europe's largest squares, it covers an area of approximately 36,000 m², and is limited by 79 arches.

Address:  Praça do Comércio, 1100-148 Lisboa

How to get there:

Train:

Mira Sintra-Meleças - Rossio,

Sintra - Rossio

Tram: 28E

Bus: 728, 732, 736, 782

Metro: Blue Line, Green Line

Ferry:

Terreiro do Paço Terminal:

Lisbon-Barreiro

Cais do Sodré Terminal:

Lisbon-Cacilhas

Lisbon-Seixal |

Lisbon-Montijo

Ribeira da Naus is one of the most interesting places in Lisbon. Recently rehabilitated, the former shipyard, where Portuguese sailing ships were once built, is now a surprising river beach, with a large garden area and a sweeping staircase leading down to the river. Although bathing isn’t allowed, this area is ideal for long sunbathes and putting your feet up after exploring the city. It also connects with Cais das Colunas, Praça do Comércio and Cais do Sodré.

Address:  Av. Ribeira das Naus, Lisbon

How to get there:

Train:

Mira Sintra-Meleças - Rossio,

Sintra - Rossio

Tram: 28E

Bus: 728, 732, 736, 783

Metro:Blue Line, Green Line

Ferry:

Terreiro do Paço Terminal:

Lisbon-Barreiro

Cais do Sodré Terminal:

Lisbon-Cacilhas

Lisbon-Seixal

Lisbon-Montijo

With the renovation of the South and Southeast Station, Lisbon has gained new areas for cultural and leisure activies, and new connections between both riverbanks. With maritime tourism services offering several river tours, eveything is in place for exploring the Tagus and its shores, from 9:00am to 8:00pm.

The “Tejo Centre”, integrated in the South Southeast Station, is a multimedia presentation focusing on the environmental interpretation, appreciation and awareness of the Tagus’ riverbanks. Showcasing several locations with different views of Lisbon waiting to be discovered, it's ideal for those who want to learn more about the Tagus and its life.

This area also offers restaurants and entertainment, besides promenades and bicycle lanes. 23 different traditional boats, including “Catraios”, “Varinos” or “Muletas”, are also available to sail you along the Tagus.

Address: Terreiro do Paço, 1100-016 Lisboa

How to get there:

Train:

Mira Sintra-Meleças - Rossio,

Sintra - Rossio

Tram: 28E

Bus: 728, 732, 736, 782

Metro: Blue Line, Green Line

Ferry:

Terreiro do Paço Terminal:

Lisbon-Barreiro

Cais do Sodré Terminal:

Lisbon-Cacilhas

Lisbon-Seixal

Lisbon-Montijo

Opening Hours:

Boat Tour on the Tagus:

Mon to Sun: 10:00am-07:00pm

Located next to the Tagus River, Poço do Bispo is one of Lisbon's most traditional neighbourhoods, with a strong working and industrial tradition. Many sites are worthy of mention, including the dock, the palaces of the Marquises of Olhão and the Duke of Lafões, and the old factories, which manufactured military equipment, matchsticks, and various other commodities. The Abel Pereira da Fonseca wine company facilities are also noteworthy, its buildings being one of the area’s most renowned landmarks.

Address:  Poço do Bispo, Lisboa

How to get there:

Train:

Alcântara - Castanheira Do Ribatejo (Du),

Sintra - Oriente

Bus: 728, 755, 781

Metro: Red Line

Jardim do Parque das Nações is made up of a series of unique green spaces in Lisbon. Its planning and construction, just as the rest of the city area, was entirely thought out to create Lisbon’s widest, most complete and beautiful green area. Amongst autonomous and exotic vegetation, terraces and paved streets, the various gardens compose a third of the entire area. Visit this amazing part of town, where green vegetation is inspiringly balanced against the blue River Tagus.

Address:  Parque das Nações Lisbon

How to get there:

Train:

Alcântara - Castanheira Do Ribatejo (Du),

Sintra - Oriente

Bus: 728, 744, 750, 782

Metro: Red Line

Enjoy one of Lisbon’s maritime experiences and cross the river in a cacillheiro ferry, a city icon with its bright orange colours contrasting against the Tagus’ many shades of blue and grey. The crossing is smooth and perfect for seeing the city’s various sites and monuments, as well as the line of the horizon out at sea and the river’s northern bank. Allow yourself a few moment of contemplation and get to know one of Lisbon’s most traditional means of transport.

Address:  R. da Cintura do Porto de Lisboa, 1249-249 Lisbon

How to get there:

Train:

Cascais - Cais Do Sodré - Express,

Oeiras - Cais Do Sodré (Du)

Tram: 15E, 18E, 25E

Bus: 728, 732, 736, 758, 760

Metro: Green Line

Ferry:

Cais do Sodré Terminal:

Lisbon-Cacilhas

Lisbon-Seixal

Lisbon-Montijo

Opening Hours:

Mon to Sun: 05:15am-01:40am

Price:

1,30 €

The port area below the 25 de Abril Bridge is located in Alcântara, between Baixa and Belém, and is one of the most pleasant places in the city for a late afternoon drink due to its lively atmosphere at night. Old warehouses overlooking an attractive yacht marina have been transformed into a variety of cosmopolitan bars and restaurants, catering to every taste. For those who enjoy walking, it is also possible to stroll along the riverbank’s green lawns, all the way to the monuments in Belém (30 minute walk approx).

Address: Doca de Santo Amaro, 1350-353 Lisbon---cais do sodré - oeiras (du),

How to get there

Train:

Cais Do Sodré - Oeiras (Du),

Cascais - Cais Do Sodré - Express,

Castanheira Do Ribatejo - Alcântara,

Oeiras - Cais Do Sodré (Du)

Tram: 15E

Bus:159, 728, 732, 751

The Jerónimos Monastery, both a scheduled monument and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1983, is a remarkable work of architecture and an integral part of the Portuguese identity and culture.

Address: Praça do Império 1400-206 Lisboa

How to get there

Train:

Cais Do Sodré - Oeiras (Du),

Oeiras - Cais Do Sodré (Du)

Tram: 15E, 18E

Bus: 113,149, 727,728, 729, 751

Ferry:

Trafaria - Porto Brandão - Belém

Opening Hours:

Tue to Sun: 10:00am - 06:00 pm

Mon: Closed

Price:

Children (under 12): Free

Adults: €10

Seniors: €5

Several museums can be visited in this area: National Archaeological Museum (within the Jerónimos Monastery), Berardo Collection Museum (CCB), Navy Museum, National Coach Museum, Combatant’s Museum, National Museum of Ethnology, Museum of the Presidency of the Republic.

Address: Belém, Lisboa

How to get there

Train:

Cais Do Sodré - Oeiras (Du),

Oeiras - Cais Do Sodré (Du)

Tram: 15E, 18E

Bus: 113, 149, 727, 728, 729, 751

Ferry: Trafaria - Porto Brandão - Belém

The Monument to the Discoveries, which is prominently positioned on the right bank of the River Tagus, was erected in 1940 to honour the historical figures involved in the Portuguese Discoveries. This huge stone caravel was built in 1940 for the Portuguese World Exhibition, a joint-venture between architect Cottinelli Telmo and sculptor Leopoldo de Almeida.

Address: Av. Brasília 1400-038 Lisbon

How to get there

Train:

Cais Do Sodré - Oeiras (Du),

Oeiras - Cais Do Sodré (Du)

Tram: 15E, 18E

Bus: 113, 149, 727, 728, 729

Ferry: Trafaria - Porto Brandão - Belém

The Tower of Belém is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Lisbon’s most outstanding monuments. A symbol of a seafaring country that set out to discover of the world. To protect the city of Lisbon, King D. João II conceived a pioneering maritime defence project, which became concluded in 1514, with the construction of the Tower of Belém, by architect Francisco de Arruda.

Address: Av. Brasília 1400-038 Lisbon

How to get there

Train:

Cais Do Sodré - Oeiras (Du),

Oeiras - Cais Do Sodré (Du)

Tram: 15E, 18E

Bus: 149, 729, 79B

Ferry: Trafaria - Porto Brandão - Belém

Opening Hours:

Tue to Sun: 10:00am - 06:30pm

Mon - Closed

Price:

Children (under 12): Free

Adults: €6

Families: (-50%)

Seniors: €3

A museum dedicated to researching and presenting the neo-realistic movement, one of the most decisive cultural movements of the Portuguese 20th century, with the aim of preserving and dignifying decades of artistic and cultural creation along with political and social intervention. The museum, which initially evolved around the neo-realistic movement's archives and bibliography, is structured between two major wings: the Documentation Centre, which includes the library, estate collections of the movement’s most significant authors, and a visual arts collection; and the Exhibition Area.

Address: Rua Alves Redol, 45 2600-099 Vila Franca de Xira

How to get there

Train:

Alcântara - Castanheira Do Ribatejo (Du),

Santa Apolónia - Azambuja

Bus:03, 39, 41, 901

Opening Hours

Mon to Sat: 10:00am-06:30pm

Dom. Closed

The new public library and cultural facility named “Factory of Words”, by architect Miguel Arruda, is a unique and astonishing work of architecture located by the river. Here visitors can continuously connect with the surrounding environment with the city on one side, and the river and marshland on the other.

Address: Largo Mário Magalhães Infante | Cais de Vila Franca de Xira

2600-187 Vila Franca de Xira

How to get there

Train:

Alcântara - Castanheira Do Ribatejo (Du),

Santa Apolónia - Azambuja

Bus: 03, 39, 41, 902

Opening Hours

Tue to Sun: 10:00am - 07:00pm

Mon - Closed

The Manuel Cargaleiro Art Workshop, an architectural project by Siza Vieira, aims to heighten contemporary art in general and the work of master Manuel Cargaleiro in particular. It also strives to promote the Manuel Cargaleiro Foundation collections by including temporary exhibitions and educational activities in its programme, and through partnerships with similar establishments.

Address: Quinta da Fidalga, 2571, Av. República, Arrentela

How to get there

Train:

Roma-Areeiro - Coina-

Bus: 114.2F

Opening hours:

From June to September

10:00am-12:30pm and 02:00pm-06:00pm

From October to May

Tue to Sat: 10:00am-12:30pm and 02:00pm to 05:00pm.

Closed on Sundays, Mondays and public holidays.

Casa da Cerca is home to a comprehensive cultural project which promotes initiatives committed to in-depth research and dissemination of contemporary art, by means of regular exhibitions (individual, collective and theme-oriented). These goals are pursued using its internal resources: Educational Service, Documentation and Information Centre and Botanical Garden.

Address: Rua da Cerca, 2800-050 Almada

How to get there

Train:

Roma-Areeiro - Coina

Bus: 101,102,125,160,176

Ferry: Cais do Sodré Terminal Lisbon-Cacilhas

Opening hours:

Tue to Sun: 11:00am-07:00pm

Mon: Closed

Built in 2000, this elevator connects the historic part of Almada, also known as “Almada Velha”, to the old Olho de Boi shipyards, which have recently been transformed into a leisure area called Jardim do Rio, offering a variety of restaurants and terraces. An excellent view over the Tagus Estuary and the city of Lisbon can be enjoyed from the panoramic elevator.

Address: Largo da Boca de Vento, 2800 Almada

How to get there:

Train: Roma-Areeiro - Coina

Bus: 101, 102, 125, 160, 176

Ferry: Cais do Sodré Terminal: Lisbon-Cacilhas

Opening Hours: Temporarily Out of Service

Price: Free