Lisbon[1] is the capital of Portugal. Lisbon is a recommended destination and praised by numerous national and international publications, referred to as unmissable, dynamic, trendy and cosmopolitan, recognized for the art of hospitality and characterized by a high quality offer and great attractiveness.
City of seven hills, the Portuguese capital offers a wide range of options. From the much appreciated neighborhoods of the Historic Center, where Fado is the soundtrack of choice, to Parque das Nações, symbol of modern Lisbon, tourists are challenged to experience a metropolis of contrasts, in an intimate and unrepeatable way.
From the numerous gardens to the viewpoints, passing by the vibrant Cais do Sodré, Bairro Alto, Intendente and Martim Moniz, to the renovated Terreiro do Paço, there is much to see and do in Lisbon.
Understand
Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and the largest city in the country.
Located on the Atlantic coast of Europe, on the right bank of the Tagus River estuary, it is the westernmost capital of the European continent. The Lisbon Region has approximately 3 million inhabitants and, in the city alone, there are approximately 600 thousand people.
It is a safe and dynamic city, with an attractive annual calendar of events for all ages and tastes.
The Festas de Lisboa - also known as Santos Populares - are among the most appreciated initiatives and Santo António is the target of great veneration. On the night before the 13th of June, the day dedicated to this Saint and municipal holiday, an authentic crowd gathers on both sides of Avenida da Liberdade - one of the main thoroughfares of the city - to see the Popular Marches parade on behalf of the popular neighborhoods of the city. Music, grilled sardines and good wine are essential to celebrate the occasion.
Despite being venerated, Santo António is not the patron saint of Lisbon. This function belongs to Saint Vincent, deacon and martyr, celebrated on 22 January.
Thanks to the richness and diversity of its tourism offer, the Portuguese capital is ideal for both those who want a "city break" and those traveling on business, or looking to reconcile the two situations. From the richness of its Heritage to the Gastronomy, from the annual calendar of events to the infrastructures capable of receiving the most diverse initiatives, Lisbon reveals itself as a destination of choice, where every tourist can live a unique experience.
Lisbon is located near the mouth of the Tagus River, where it flows into the Atlantic Ocean. With about 500,000 inhabitants in the center and a total of 3,000,000 in the Metropolitan Region of Lisbon, it is the largest city in Portugal, its political, cultural and economic center and is also one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
The climate is oceanic or Atlantic, with rainfall throughout the year.
History
The legend has immortalized that the mythical hero Ulysses was the founder of beautiful Lisbon. However, recent archaeological discoveries, made near the Castle of São Jorge and the city's Cathedral, prove that the foundation of Lisbon was due to the Phoenicians.
The name Lisbon comes from "Olissipo", which has its origins in the Phoenician words "Allis Ubbo", that is, "enchanting port".
At the beginning of the Discoveries period, Lisbon was an important center for the jewelry and spice trade. The big step for Portuguese expansion came, however, when Vasco da Gama discovered the sea route to India and made Lisbon the “Senhora dos Mares”.
In 1755, modern Lisbon was shaken by an earthquake, having been rebuilt under the direction of Marquês de Pombal. Then, the so-called Baixa Pombalina was born, a commercial area that still maintains a large part of the original layout.
Lisbon is currently a historical capital, but "trendy", with an unusual character and charm, where hundreds of years of cultural influences merge with the most modern trends and lifestyles, creating truly spectacular contrasts.
Tourism Services
- Telephone number for tourist information: 808 781 212
- Lisbon Card, [2]. The Lisboa Card allows the visitor to discover Lisbon in an easy and convenient way, offering the holder the following advantages:
- Free movement in public transport, namely: Lisbon Underground, CARRIS buses, trams and elevators, trains on the Sintra - Sete Rios - Oriente line, and the Cascais - Cais do Sodré line.
- Free entry to 27 museums, monuments and other places of interest.
- 10 to 50 percent discount on places and services of tourist and cultural interest.
- 5 to 10 percent discount at participating genuinely Portuguese article stores.
- The Lisboa Card is available for 24, 48 and 72 hours and can be purchased at the Lisbon Tourism Offices or through the portal. At the time of purchase, updated information will be made available on all locations and equipment covered by the Lisboa Card.
- O Travel Planner[3] is a virtual tool hosted on the Lisbon Tourism portal, which allows visitors to plan tourist itineraries, to be carried out during their stay in the city. In the Travel Planner section, users have at their disposal five infograms and seven virtual itineraries that reveal the history of Lisbon in detail. Visitors can choose from the suggested itineraries or create their own itineraries. Travel Planner information is presented in Portuguese and English and all points of interest are referenced on Google Maps.
To arrive
By airplane
Lisbon has air connections with the main cities in Europe and some of the America, Africa and Asia. Of Brazil, flights depart from 9 cities, including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Campinas and Brasilia, all operated by TAP.
O Lisbon-Portela international airport it is 6 km from the city centre. To reach the center, you can use buses from the rails (lines 5, 22, 44, 45, 83 with a tariff of €1.40), the Shuttle from Carristur (line 91 and 96 with a fare of €3.00), or the Lisbon Metro (1 hour tickets for €1.40 which also allow the use of the Carris service or a 1-trip ticket for €1.25 Zapping Carris or Metro), with connections to practically the entire city. The same journey, by taxi, costs approximately €10-15.
Of boat
The city has several communication points by sea due to its proximity. Throughout the year there are several boats, ships or cruises in progress that stop at the great port of Lisbon.
By train
Lisbon has several connections between points in the city, other cities in Portugal and Europe. The main train stations are:
- Saint Apollonia, where the main route (South-North) passes, connecting Faro, Coimbra, Harbor and Braga. From there, the international lines also leave for Madrid is for Hendaye, where there is a TGV connection to Paris.
- east, where the main bus station in the city is located.
- Entrecampos, with arrivals from the Northern Line.
- Rossio, with suburban lines to sintra.
- Cais do Sodré, suburban lines to Cascais.
by bus
Many bus/bus lines arrive and depart from Oriente station and Jardim Zoológico/Sete Rios station.
By car
The main highways that reach Lisbon are the A1 and A8, which come from the North; A2 and A12, from Alentejo and South.
If using the car, avoid entering Lisbon at times of greatest traffic congestion, especially between 7:30 am and 9:30 am; and between 17:00 and 19:00 hours.
It is also advantageous to have a GPS for orientation, as the streets in the center of Lisbon are not always easily identified, the street identification plates are old and difficult to detect, and sometimes do not exist. The topography of the city of Lisbon also makes traffic difficult, with steep, narrow and one-way streets in the Baixa.
The vast majority of parking spaces (street parking) are charged: reserve coins for this purpose. On weekends there are car parks that are not charged.
Car Hire Auto Jardim Lisbon
Car rental in Lisbon
circle
Very difficult at rush hour. You should avoid crossing the 25 de Abril Bridge, north-south from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm.
By train/subway
The city has 4 metro lines, connecting the main train stations and various neighborhoods and points of interest. There are also several suburban tram lines that cross the outskirts of the city. The construction of two new stations on the green line is planned, in Rato and Santos.
by bus
A good option to move from one end to the other and discover the interesting places is the 1 day ticket - Network (24 h) that allows the circulation of Metro or Trams (rails) freely for a period of 24 hours.
Of boat
Inside the city it will be difficult to get around by boat, but you can enjoy the views of the Tagus River towards the city by taking the "Cacilheiro" (boat to Cacilhas), departing from the river station at Cais do Sodré. At Terreiro do Paço station you can take modern boats to Barreiro while Belém station serves boats bound for Trafaria.
By car
Riding a car in Lisbon is an adventure... as car traffic has increased substantially in recent years. Therefore, it is advisable to use public transport which is reasonable. The Metro is the fastest way to get to your destination. At night, use a taxi, but be careful, find out about taxi fares because there are those who take advantage of tourists in Lisbon. Taxis in Lisbon have a meter and its value is visible.
Taxi Voucher is a prepaid taxi service from Lisbon International Airport to any point in the city, the country or even abroad.
by electric
You can take a ride on the 28E tram [4], which runs a route between Prazeres and Martim Moniz, passing through the city's most traditional neighborhoods, including several of the hills that surround the city. You just have to be careful with pickpockets who work a lot on this electric. If you have less time to enjoy the smells of Lisbon, you can opt for the tourist circuits. Besides the 28, there are other very interesting lines. Line 15 goes along the waterfront, passing through the traditional neighborhood of Belém.
![[4]](http://www.carris.pt/downloads/planta_lx.jpg){kind=link}
When you get tired of going up and down, take the opportunity to enjoy going up one of the elevators (Bica, Lavra and Glória) that Lisbon has, in addition to the Elevador de Sta. Justa (the same architectural line as the Eiffel Tower).
A ticket valid for metro, trams, buses, elevators and lifts (funicular) for 24 hours costs €3.75, plus €0.50 for the ticket itself, which is rechargeable and lasts for one year.
Look
The São Jorge Castle, the Jerónimos Monastery, the Belém Tower and the Lisbon Oceanarium are the most visited facilities in the city, while, outside the Portuguese capital, preferences fall on the Pena Palace, in Sintra.
The Lisboa Story Center – Memórias da Cidade, located in Lisbon's main square - Terreiro do Paço - is the most recent attraction in the city. It is an interpretation center dedicated to the history of the Portuguese capital, with special emphasis on the 1755 earthquake and plans of what is today the Baixa Pombalina.
Promoted by the Lisbon Tourism Association and the Lisbon City Council, the Lisbon Story Center is an unprecedented project and a platform for knowledge and technology that, inspired by the facts and events that shaped Lisbon, invites visitors to discover the heritage in a playful way and interactive.
This structuring equipment in the tourist and cultural offer of the city provides a visit of about 60 minutes, guided by an audio guide - in several languages - that accompanies the entire route. The exit is through a tourist information office where the visitor can collect all the necessary elements for the preparation and planning of a visit to Lisbon's cultural-tourist offer.
In Terreiro do Paço there are also several terraces, restaurants, cafes and a kiosk, with a unique offer, spaces with varied capacities able to host the most diverse events and a disco, in a renovated leisure center that reinforces the Lisbon offer and dynamizes the experience of Baixa Pombalina, thus contributing to increase the competitiveness and attractiveness of the destination.
In the center of Lisbon, on one of the longest avenues in Europe, all kinds of shops emerge. To buy there are also several other points of interest such as the Colombo Shopping Centre, Vasco da Gama or Amoreiras, offering the most varied offers.
- , Rua da Misericórdia nº 14, 2nd Floor 1200-273 Lisbon. Fado In Chiado - Daily show lasting 40 minutes. Voices that sing Fado to the sound of the Portuguese guitar, an encounter with tradition in the historic center of Lisbon.
- Jerónimos Monastery[5] - Praça do Império, Belém. Tel: 351 21 362 00 34 (fax: 351 21 363 91 45, [email protected]). Commissioned by King Manuel I and founded in the 16th century, this monastery is the high point of Manueline architecture and the most important monastery of that period in Portugal. Open from October to April from 10am to 5pm and from May to September from 10am to 6pm. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Tickets €4.50, free on Sundays and holidays until 2pm.
- Belém Tower
- National Palace of Ajuda
- Botanical Garden
- Rua Augusta Arch
- Santa Justa Elevator
- Viewpoint São Pedro de Alcântra
- Oceanarium
- Portas do Sol Viewpoint
- Cold greenhouse
- Berardo Museum
- Bairro Alto
- Sao Jorge's Castle, from where you can see almost the entire city. Ticket €7
- Nations' park
- Oceanarium
- BES Art & Finance[6], an innovative multi-purpose space located in the financial district of Lisbon, mainly dedicated to Photography. Free access. Open weekdays from 9 am to 7 pm.
Lisbon's urban and cosmopolitan culture coexists in perfect harmony with its historical heritage. The areas of Belém, the Historic Center and Parque das Nações are proof of a dynamic, young and welcoming Lisbon.
Belém is synonymous with grandeur, materialized in the monuments that testify to the Portuguese Discoveries and the bravery of the navigators. From here departed the caravels and the men who, five centuries ago, dared to face the seas in search of new places, peoples and cultures. To stroll through the extensive gardens and out of sight, to admire the Tagus River or simply to relax or enjoy a delicious custard tart, Belém is the ideal suggestion.
For tourists who choose walking tours as the main activity during their stay in the Portuguese capital, the Historic Center is at the top of their preferences, due to the diversity of options it offers. Here, in the heart of Lisbon, the historic districts - Alfama, Mouraria, Graça, Bairro Alto, Bica and Castelo - stand out as a structural part of Lisbon's identity. The life and spirit that is lived in them and emanates from them, the unique traces and beauty, make them a “must-see” stop.
In the eastern part of the city, stands the Parque das Nações, which reflects the contemporaneity of Lisbon. Through a requalification process that became an international case study, the 1998 World Exposition (EXPO'98) took place here, applauded both here and abroad. Currently, in addition to a residential area and a space for culture and leisure, several multinationals and other large companies have chosen this pleasant place, along the Tagus River, to set up their offices.
Knife
Golf
Courses with the signature of the most renowned architects, stunning landscapes, infrastructure and services that exceed the expectations of the most demanding - professionals or amateurs -, and the mild climate throughout the year, make the offer of the Lisbon Region a Golf Destination exceptional and available 365 days.
surf
The Lisbon Region has some of the best beaches in Europe for surfing. The West Coast is recognized worldwide for its waves, unique in the world, such as the famous Supertubos de Peniche, the powerful Direita da Ericeira - the first World Surfing Reserve in Europe - or the Cannhão da Nazaré, a submarine canyon of tectonic origin, with an extension of about 200 kilometers, which gives rise to the amplification of the wave.
Recently, this fishing village saw its name go round the world after Hawaiian surfer Garrett McNamara surfed a 78-foot (23.77-meter) wave at Praia do Norte, definitively entering Nazaré in the Guinness records.
Buy
Recently considered by an international ranking as one of the best European cities for shopping – ahead of Amsterdam, Milan and Venice – Lisbon stands out for its diversity of offer, excellent value for money and pleasant and inviting tourist environment, which pleases visitors so much. From traditional commerce to shopping centers, in the city you can find high quality Portuguese and foreign brands.
The most glamorous avenue in Lisbon, Avenida da Liberdade, is sought after by the biggest international brands for the opening of luxury stores. Cosmopolitan and elegant, it is one of the main arteries of the city and one of the most popular tourist spots in Lisbon.
Considered the 35th most expensive avenue and the 10th most luxurious in the world, Avenida da Liberdade offers, to those who visit it, a varied and quality offer, through several leisure, commercial and service areas. It is here that the best stores and brands in the world are installed, such as Louis Vuitton, Prada, Miu Miu, Dolce & Gabbana, TOD's, Gucci, Burberry, but also more alternative commercial spaces and traditional stores, where the uniqueness of the offer and attention custom are common features.
- handicraft items - hand-painted tiles, typical ceramics, fabric work, including bed and table linen.
- Clothes - Avenida da Liberdade and Chiado have the most sophisticated stores. Rua do Norte and others in Bairro Alto offer more alternative and trendy clothes.
- Flea Market - this "marché aux puces" in Alfama is open on Tuesday and Saturday mornings. You'll find a little bit of everything for sale there.
With the
Portuguese cuisine is a temptation and Lisbon presents itself as a tourist destination conducive to experimenting with flavors, with numerous and varied restaurants in the city.
From Mediterranean cuisine to world cuisine, every day tourists can “adventure” and taste a new delicacy, a new taste and enjoy an intoxicating aroma. Imagination and desire are the limit. From traditional to more sophisticated spaces, the menu is always in tune with a cosmopolitan and welcoming environment, to which an important factor is added: price versus quality. And Lisbon is just like that: a pleasant surprise.
Every year, the Portuguese capital hosts a nationally renowned gastronomic event, Peixe em Lisboa, a festival that showcases the mastery of the most prestigious Portuguese and foreign chefs in the art of cooking fish and seafood.
For ten days, the kitchen wizards participate in live presentations, debates and workshops, interacting with the audience that has the opportunity to learn how to cook with the best chefs in the world.
The initiative includes the participation of some of the best restaurants in Lisbon and the program also includes gastronomic debates and a gourmet market, which showcases the best products in the region - sweets, preserved fish, oils and wines. Portuguese cuisine is famous for its fish and seafood dishes, namely cod. In the north of the country, beef dishes stand out, while in the Alentejo pork is widely used in regional cuisine. Traditional cod is one of the best dishes on earth.
In Lisbon the custard tarts - of which the best known are those from Belém - these are very popular and easy to find delicacies.
Economic
- National Confectionery. Very traditional, located at Praça da Figueira, 18b/c, tel. 213 424 470
Medium
- A Confraria Restaurant, York House - Rua das Janelas Verdes,32, 1200-691 Lisbon (Near the Museum of Ancient Art), Tel. 351 213 962 435 ([email protected]), [7]. Open all year for lunch and dinner. Seasonal menu following the freshness and quality of ingredients available daily in the market. With a traditional Portuguese cuisine inspired by the hand of Chef Nuno Diniz, from which we highlight: Cream of Asparagus, Poultry Liver, Turbot, Iberian Pork Tenderloin and a delicious Burnt Cream of Passion Fruit.
- wide, Rua Serpa Pinto, 10A, Chiado, tel. 21 347 72 25. In addition to an incredibly well-prepared menu, the atmosphere is very pleasant, with an aquarium of jellyfish.
- Restaurant "O Piteu" , Largo da Graça nº 95, tel:218871067. Traditional Portuguese food.
waste
drink and go out
As soon as the sun sets, Lisbon is transformed. It is the night face of the city that reveals itself, effervescent, extroverted and with a contagious energy, which lasts until dawn. Lisbon's nightlife is known as one of the longest and most vibrant in Europe and the world. Following the habits of Lisboners, a night out never happens before 9 pm and almost always starts with a dinner, enjoyed in the company of friends. A good suggestion is to have dinner in a space where, in addition to good cuisine, there is live music or a bar to relax. The night continues in one of the city's numerous discos and nightclubs.
- The Alcântara Docks are an interesting place to go out at night. However, for a few years now, interest in that area has been declining and if what you want from Lisbon is to meet young people in a social, conversational environment, the place of choice is Bairro Alto (metro station : Low-Squeak - green or blue line).
- Fado houses in Bairro Alto or Alfama are the best places for those who want to eat while listening to traditional Portuguese music.
- theaters- National Theater of S. Carlos - Opera
- Teatro da Trindade - Plays for the general public - Teatro Nacional D. Maria II - National theater with classical plays
- Discos and Pubs
- Prince Royal, above Chiado, is the "gay district" of Lisbon, with several options of bars and clubs aimed at this audience.
- Chinese pavilion, Rua D. Pedro V, 89/91, tel. 21 342 4729. This is a museum-like bar, in which collections of knickknacks and junk are exhibited, with refined curatorship. Beautiful place with great weather. It's really worth it.
sleep
Lisbon has a wide range of hotels, with good value for money. There are 192 hotel units in the Region, totaling 44,170 beds. According to recent indicators, the city has 26 five-star units (8,149 beds), 76 four-stars (21,745 beds), 51 three-stars (9,547 beds) and 39 two-stars (4,729 beds).
Lisbon is also a reference for younger tourists, with an informal and relaxed spirit, and it should be noted that some of the best hostels in the world are located in the Portuguese capital. At the same time, tourists can also opt for another type of accommodation, also available in the Portuguese capital: apartments, inns, inns, housing and rural tourism, camping, among others.
Economic
- . Completely renovated with a modern style and located in the best neighborhood in Lisbon - Chiado. Accessible walking distances to the main sights, restaurants, shops and transport.
- . It is located in a completely renovated building in Baixa, on Rua da Vitória, almost on the corner of Rua Augusta, very close to the Baixa/Chiado metro station and the Santa Justa elevator. Reservations only through the internet on the website above. Average of €70 per night or house.
- , wheezing, ☎351 213 461 951.
- , Largo S. Domingos, 18 S/L (on the right side of Teatro D. Maria II), ☎( 351)211529313, email: [email protected].
- , Avenida José Malhoa LT H, ☎( 351)21 723 5700.
- , Avenida Casal Ribeiro 23, ☎( 351)21 319 1690.
- , Rua Barata Sagueiro 53, ☎( 351)21 330 0630.
- , Costa Do Estoril Motorway Service Area-A5 KM 9,6, ☎( 351)21 423 07 30.
- , Alto de Cabreira Estrada da Circunvalação - AMADORA, ☎( 351)21 391 16 99. The Ibis Lisboa Alfragide is a new, completely non-smoking hotel located 5 km from the center of Lisbon, in the business and commercial area of Alfragide. It is located 10 km from Lisbon international airport, close to the tourist attractions of Cascais, Estoril and Sintra. Book one of our 129 rooms for your vacation or business trip in the Lisbon area. The hotel offers a restaurant, 24-hour snack service, private parking, Internet and meeting rooms
Medium
- , Rua da Oliveirinha 14, ☎( 351) 96 52, email: [email protected]. Lisbon Oasis has nine apartments, all located in the historic center of Lisbon. All rooms have Wi-Fi access and they are all in restored old buildings. Many apartments have air conditioning, balcony, view, etc.
- , Calçada Nova do Colégio,19, ☎( 351)218 886 072, email: [email protected].
- , Rua del Castilho, 41.
- , Av. Luís Bívar, 67, ☎351 213 199 000, email: [email protected].
- , Rua Ramalho Ortigão, 41, ☎351 213 822 900, email: [email protected].
- , José Malhoa Avenue, ☎( 351)21 720 80 00, email: [email protected].
- , Avenida José Malhoa 1-1A, ☎( 351)21 724 48 00, email: [email protected].
- , Conde da Ponte's Crossbar, ☎( 351) 213 605 400, email: [email protected]. A promoter of tourism in Lisbon, at the Hotel Vila Galé Ópera you can feel the music in the air. Next to the Congress Center and Docks Zone. Online reservations.
- , Rua das Janelas Verdes, 32, 1200-691 Lisbon, ☎( 351) 213 962 435, email: [email protected]. York House, a boutique hotel with a lot of charm, housed in a former convent from the 17th century, stands out for a careful and personalized service that gives each guest the feeling of a unique stay. It includes in its facilities the Restaurant A Confraria and the Enomania Wine Shop.
- , Avenida da Liberdade, 185, ☎351 21 319 8900.
- , Rua de Santa Marta, 48, email: [email protected].
- Hotel Golf Mar Praia do Porto Novo, Vimeiro, 2560-100 Maceira On top of the cliff, over the Atlantic Ocean, stands the Ô Hotel Golf Mar, in a wide landscape with direct access to 3 beaches.
- Olaias Park Hotel Avenida Engenheiro Arantes e Oliveira, 9, 1900-221 Lisbon This hotel comprises a total of 300 rooms, of which 15 are suites, spread over 18 floors.
waste
- , Rua Jau, 54, ☎351 21 361 5600.
- , Largo do Queluz National Palace - D. Maria I, ☎ 351-214 356 158 / 214 356 172, fax: 351-214 356 189, email: [email protected]. Historic Inn.
- , Rua Tomás Ribeiro, 115, ☎351 213 199 500, email: [email protected].
- , Liberty avenue, ☎( 351)21 322 8300, email: [email protected].
- , Luis de Camões Square, 2, ☎351 21 3408288.
Safety
Avoid withdrawing money at night ATMs in isolated areas.
Health
everyday
Calls to Brazil
To make calls from a conventional telephone (landline, public), use the following number format:: 55 (city code) (phone number)
- Example: to call the Planalto Palace, in Brasília, call: "0055 61 34111221".
The public telephone system works as in Brazil, with a telephone card that can be sold at newsstands, stationers, tobacconists.
Leave
There are some interesting places near the city:
- Mafra— A charming village with a wonderful monastery. In Mafra is one of the most important testimonies of Baroque Art in the country, the National Palace, which requires a long stop to admire its architectural beauty and also the famous carillons, a unique set in the world due to its dimensions and mechanical characteristics. It is, without a doubt, a trip through the world of Art that should be included in any traveller's tourist itinerary.
- Ericeira— A beautiful resort near Mafra, known among surfers all over the world. Located a short distance from Lisbon and with excellent accessibility, Ericeira is recognized as the first World Surfing Reserve in Europe. Endowed with a unique natural beauty, it is internationally identified by surf lovers as a must.
- sintra - A magnificent World Heritage, known as the Palácio da Pena. and for its many other castles and palaces. Sintra, the “Capital of Romanticism”, combines the splendor of Nature with the magnificence of the monuments that enrich it. The village is also referred to as an ideal destination to discover the flavors of typical Lisbon sweets, including the famous pillows, queijadas and fluffies. Muse of poets and other artists, Sintra is considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Cascais— A city in the bay of the same name, on the Estoril coast. The Cascais/Estoril area, for example, is often chosen to hold large events of a diverse nature, which annually attract hundreds of tourists. It is here that initiatives of great notoriety and worldwide projection take place in the modalities of Equestrian, Tennis and Golf.
- Seixal - It emerged as a fishing village and developed as a county seat, it has a connection with Almada and consequently with Lisbon via the A2 and then the 25 de Abril bridge. The most important places to visit are the Moinho de Maré de Corroios, the Quinta da Fidalga, the Coreto da Amora, the Forum do Seixal (this is a cultural forum comprising a library, an auditorium and an exhibition gallery ). It is recommended to take a walk through the historic center and there are several restaurants where you can have a good lunch, especially fish or seafood.
- oeiras— The municipality of Oeiras has a vast architectural and landscape heritage representing many centuries of history, of which the Marquês de Pombal Palace is an example. For fans of outdoor activities, Oeiras offers a 4000-metre Maritime Promenade, where you can run, walk or simply enjoy the view of the sea, and an Oceanic Swimming Pool, with salt water, which is open between May and September and has capacity for 700 people.
- Praia das Maçãs - A small and surprisingly quiet seaside resort about 30km west of Lisbon, close to Sintra.
- Almada - Connected to Lisbon by the 25 de Abril and Vasco da gama bridges, as well as by a ferry boat. The Cristo-Rei Monument is located here.
- Setúbal— District capital, and entry point to Arrábida, troy and the River Sado. You can see dolphins in the river and in the bay. In a well isolated location on the slopes of Serra da Arrábida, there is the Convento da Arrábida, by Frades Arrabidinos Franciscanos who built, in 1542, a group of cells, a church and other dependencies.
- palmela— A town on a hill, with a castle and great views, near Setubal.
- Sesimbra— A fishing village near Arrábida, a good diving spot, with good seafood restaurants. It is also known as the entry point to Cabo Espichel.
- olive - Near Setúbal, this small region consists of a series of beautiful villages, the best known of which are Vila Nogueira de Azeitão and Vila Fresca de Azeitão. Azeitão is located between the Arrábida Natural Park and the coast. In the park you can see what remains of the original Mediterranean flora. You can also visit the famous Arrábida Convent and enjoy the wonderful views from the hills to the peak.
- troy— Uma encantadora península com quilómetros de praias inexploradas, e com um resort turístico a ser desenvolvido numa das suas estremidades. Na margem Sul do Tejo, Setúbal/ Troia integra três reservas botânicas e paisagísticas integrais: a Reserva do Solitário, a Reserva Integral da Mata Coberta e a Reserva dos Vidais.
- Almada— Em Almada ergue-se um dos mais emblemáticos monumentos construídos no último século: o Santuário do Cristo-Rei.
- West— Também na zona Oeste, a Rota dos Vinhos dá a conhecer os seus extensos vinhedos e adegas. Peniche, com as suas praias excepcionais para a prática de surf, pesca ou mergulho, ou Óbidos, uma magnífica Vila Medieval, são exemplos da riqueza da região.
- Ribatejo— Banhado pelo rio Tejo, o Ribatejo tem como paisagem de referência as lezírias, por onde correm touros e cavalos, que fizeram a cultura destas terras, únicas em Portugal. Berço do cavalo puro-sangue Lusitano, animal nobre e de postura altiva, inteligente e dócil, que vive em plena liberdade nos campos e pastagens, é o local ideal para um passeio recheado de aventura.
- Fatima— Fátima é, certamente, outro local a visitar. Destaque para o Santuário de Nossa Senhora de Fátima, um dos principais centros de peregrinação do mundo, onde milhares de peregrinos encontram conforto espiritual.
- To take— Já o Convento de Cristo, em Tomar, é o maior exemplo da riqueza dos monumentos da região, tendo sido considerado Património Mundial pela UNESCO, em 1983. Intimamente ligado à Ordem dos Templários, Tomar conserva vestígios e edificações que testemunham a sua passagem. Destaque, ainda, para a muito apreciada Festa dos Tabuleiros, que se realiza de quatro em quatro anos.
| This article is outlined and need more content. It already follows a suitable model but does not contain enough information. Plunge forward and help it grow ! |