Lisbon

Attractions and sights

25th April Bridge

The 25th of April Bridge is one of the landmarks of the city of Lisbon. The name of the imposing suspension bridge commemorates the day in 1974 when the so-called "Carnation Revolution" ended the authoritarian regime of the Estado Novo in Portugal for almost half a century.

Christ the King

One of the many sights near Lisbon is the imposing Cristo Rei statue, located on the south bank of the Tagus River in Almada, next to the Ponte 25 Abril bridge.

Elevator of Santa Justa

An exceptional sight in Portugal is the Elevador de Santa Justa, an elevator located in the middle of the old town of Lisbon, on Rua Santa Justa near Rossio Square. The elevator connects here the lower city Baixa with the upper city called Chiado and Bairro Alto.

Tower of Belém

The Torre de Belém is one of the most famous sights of Lisbon and a very popular photo motif. The tower has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983 and is located in the Belém district, next to the Monument to the Discoveries.

Monument to the Discoveries

One of Lisbon's many sights is the Monument to the Discoveries (Portuguese: Padrão dos Decobrimentos). It is located at the foot of the Tagus River in the Belém district, next to the Torre de Belém.

Sao Roque Church

The Igreja de Sao Roque is a Catholic church in the Portuguese capital Lisbon. The foundation stone was laid in 1506. At that time it served as a manageable chapel for local Jesuits. The monks gave the initial impulse for an extensive extension. Work began in 1566 and the church was completed ...

Águas Livres Aqueduct

High above the valley of Alcântara, the 14 Gothic pointed arches of the Aqueduto das Águas Livre are visible from afar. King John V commissioned the construction in the 18th century in order to cope with the chronic water shortage in the city. From 1744, the "Aqueduct of Free Waters" supplied ...

The Lisbon Zoo

The Portuguese capital Lisbon offers numerous possibilities for all travelers to make the free time interesting. For travelers who are traveling with children, for example, a visit to the zoo of Lisbon (Jardim Zoológico de Lisboa) is an absolute must, so that the children also get their money's worth ...

Jerónimos Monastery

Rich in relationships and facets, the 180 m long limestone building rises up, radiant in the glow of the Portuguese sun. In the district of Belém, (in German, Bethlehem) the breathtaking, filigree construction awaits astonished tourists and culture enthusiasts. The facade, the south portal, the large interior of the church, ...

LX Factory

An insider tip in Lisbon is the LX Factory, located in the Alcântara district, which is very popular with locals. It is an old factory site that has been transformed into a small modern relaxed oasis for creatives. Here you can find various designer shops, restaurants, bars and art ...

Estrela Basilica

It sits enthroned like a queen on one of Lisbon's hills: the Basilica da Estrela. And in the course of its history, it was indeed elevated to the status of a regent, because the complete name of this mighty place of worship in the Portuguese capital is "Real Basílica ...

Oceanàrio

The Oceanário de Lisboa is the largest indoor aquarium in Europe and is located on the former EXPO site directly on the Tagus. The building is surrounded by water and was built on the occasion of the world exhibition, which had the theme of oceans in 1998.

Park of the Nations

In the very northeast of Lisbon, the Park of Nations (Parque das Nações) covers an area of 5.4 square kilometres and is one of the 24 districts of the Portuguese capital known as "Freguesia". This youngest district of Lisbon, in which more than 20,000 people live, represents a striking contrast to the ...

Campo Pequeno

One thing in advance: Bullfighting is controversial in Portugal, because especially the younger generation perceives the fight between the bull and the torero as cruel and as cruelty to animals. But in Campo Pequeno, in the north of the capital Lisbon, the tradition has survived, even if the archaic-looking duel ...

Vasco da Gama Bridge

The cityscape of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, includes not only a multitude of historical sights but also a technical masterpiece in the form of the Ponte Vasco da Gama. The bridge, 12.3 km long without access roads, spans the Tagus, the country's largest river, which widens into a delta near ...

Patriarchal See

A charming sight with a long history is the main church Sé Patriarcal. It is the oldest sacred building in Lisbon and is located in the old town, just 200 metres from the River Tagus.

Commerce Square

Worth seeing in the capital Lisbon is the gigantic square Praça do Comércio (German: Handelsplatz) in the Baixa district. The square is located at the end of the Rua Augusta and is bordered by the river Tejo.

Convent of Carmo

If you're in Portugal's capital Lisbon, it's hard to miss the Convento do Carmo. The ruins of the former monastery of the Carmelite order are one of the most impressive sights of the city.

Ribeira Market

An institution for gourmets and lovers of high-quality food in Lisbon is the Mercado da Ribeira, located right next to the Cais do Sodré train station on the north bank of the Tagus. Since 1892, market traders have presented their products here at market stalls that have often been passed down ...

Calouste Gulbenkian Museum

For those interested in culture, the city of Lisbon has a special highlight in store. The Calouste Gulbenkian Museum houses one of the largest private art collections in the world. Opened in 1969 after five years of construction, the visitor is greeted by an impressive exhibition with more than 6000 exhibits.

MAAT: Museu de Arte, Arquitetura e Tecnologia

The newest attraction in Lisbon is the Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology, or MAAT for short, which opened in fall 2016. It is located in the Belém district directly on the banks of the Tagus River.

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Sun-drenched, charismatic and close to the beach: Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, attracts emigrants and tourists alike, thanks primarily to its fantastic location and mild climate. Built directly on the Atlantic coast, it easily manages the balancing act between beach life and historical sights.

Lisbon’s picturesque old town with its pastel-colored houses is especially worth a visit. The imposing Ponte 25 de Abril suspension bridge is a marvel of engineering. It is not far from the city to the water: several beaches invite you to sunbathe on the picturesque Atlantic coast.