Discover the beauty of Lisbon
A postcard-perfect city, Lisbon is situated in the hills and full of pastel colored buildings. The cobblestone streets create a fun way to explore, while the old fashioned trams speed up travel and maintain the fun. Don’t forget to visit the ruins and ancient cathedrals!
Lisbon
Welcome to Lisbon. We’ll start here at the castle,before wandering down the hill a short way to enjoy one the best views across theRiver Tagus. Then we’ll carry on further down to see two very different churches.After that we’ll arrive in the Baixa district of the city where you’ll hear about the greatPraca do Comercio. Next we’ll walk up to another neighbourhood which is differentagain – this is the Chiado. Finally, we’ll take one of the city’s elevators back to theBaixa district to finish up at Lisbon’s two other most famous squares.
Web Summit Lisbon Tour
This Web Summit Lisbon demo tour has been prepared completely remotely to present SmartGuide app. Anytime you get a feeling you would like to break away from all the hassle of the conference and just get out on the fresh air and explore the neighbourhood for a moment, just turn on the app in your phone and I will take you for a 30-40 minute walk around this beautiful area of Lisbon.
Urbirun Lisbon - Highlights
Distance: 9.1km / 5.65miElevation: highDirection: clockwiseParks/pedestrian: ca. 1.4km (15%)Urban constraint: low, watch the cobblestone and the tramwaysSuggested start: Don Pedro IV Square (Rossio).As any urbirun route, you can start wherever you want. Watch for the route rotation direction.Public transportation: Subway, Rossio Station (green line) or Restauradores Station (blue line), and many tramwaysLisbon spreads over several
St. George's Castle
An example of Moorish architecture standing on the highest hill of Portugal. It dates back to the 10th century, although excavations show that first fortifications were built here much earlier. It served as a royal residence in the past and now it is open to all visitors who want to learn about th
Santa Justa Lift
Santa Justa Elevator is the only vertical public lift of Lisbon and is 45 meters high. This glass and metal structure was designed by Raoul Mesnier du Ponsard and it is beautifully decorated with Neo-Gothic features. It was completed in 1902, and not only is it still operating but in 2002, it was al
Belém Tower
Built in 1519, this tower is one of the most prominent landmarks of Lisbon. It used to serve as a defence tower during the Age of Discoveries and it is now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Designed by Francisco de Arruda, this fortified tower serves as an example of Portuguese Manueline arc
Comércio Square
Praça do Comércio is a huge waterfront square, where the royal palace was located until the 1755 Great Earthquake. It is one of the most renowned squares in Lisbon and its location near the Tagus river makes it also one of the most beautiful places to stroll around. The square is home to some impo
Jerónimos Monastery
Located in the Belém district and designed in Portuguese late-Gothic style, this spectacular religious complex was associated with early explorers in the past. It is also said that Vasco da Gama spent his last night here, before traveling to the Far East. His tomb can now be seen in the lower choir
Carmo Convent
Completed in the 15th century, this large convent with an ornate interior is a burial site of several members of the Portuguese royal family. Even though it was ruined during the 1755 earthquake, you can still walk through the remnants of what used to be the largest church in Lisbon. Nowadays, the
House of the Spikes
Noticeable for its unique facade, covered with diamond-shaped stones. It was destroyed in the 1755 earthquake and restored after that. The inside of the house has undergone vast changes, but the original marble staircase and contrasting dark walls are still its highlights. During its history, the
Lisbon Cathedral
Built during the 12th and 13th centuries, Lisbon Cathedral is the oldest church in the city. Originally built in Late Romanesque style, it is now a mixture of different architectural styles due to frequent earthquakes and following renovations. Try to spot its Gothic, Baroque and also Neoclassical f
Monastery of Sao Vicente de Fora
This 17th-century Mannerist church boasts a splendorous Baroque altarpiece and nice wall and ceiling decorations. It is one of the most important monasteries in Portugal and it served as a burial site of the Braganza monarchs. Their tombs are now housed in Braganza Pantheon, which is part of the com
Time Out Market Lisboa
Time Out Market Lisboa is a food hall located in the Mercado da Ribeira at Cais do Sodre in Lisbon, Portugal. It opened in May 2014, and is the first of several planned food hall ventures for Time Out. The Lisbon market has 35 kiosks selling regional specialities, such as Azeitão sheep's cheese, Ale
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