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You Are In Lisbon, Now What? ( Things to do in Lisbon )

Travellers Guide To Lisbon.
We Hate Tourism Tours has complied this Lisbon guide below full of information, places,  and sights that make this capital unforgettable.
 
 
10 Things to Do in Lisbon | What to do in Lisbon

7 hills 7 amazing views - 10 Things to do in Lisbon


 
Lisboa is made up of 7 hills and scattered at the top of each many amazing views await you. While the hills can be quite punishing on foot there are many funiculars (ascensors) and trams that connect them.
The Miradouro de Santa Catarina (right next door) , or known locally as Adamastor, is a must for its views of the river and diversity of patrons (can look quite sketchy but actually is very safe and a favortie among locals of all backgrounds). The statue "Adamastor" in the centre of the square refers to the sea giant that Luis de Camões imagined when writing "The Lusiads". Another favourite is the Miradouro da Graça (with café) nestled above the Castelo and Alfama districts. Probably the most thigh-punishing but considered one of the best places to see the entire city is the Miradouro da senhora do Monte. The 28 Tram will get you close to all three, it is quite a fun ride and an interesting way to check out the city.
 
Museu do Fado - 10 Things to do in Lisbon

 
Before hitting one of the many Fado clubs in Bairro Alto or Alfama a trip to the Casa do Fado e da Guitarra Portuguesa is a good place for a quick study of Fado´s history. Its well put together audiovisual displays allow the visitor to get lost in the sights and sounds of these bluesy melancholic chants of Portugal. The tour ends in a virtual performance that with the right kind of eyes and ears can be quite moving. Be sure to check out the ever-changing exhibitions. While the Alfama district is the home and birthplace of Fado, many of the venues are quite touristy and can be expensive. For an alternative try Bairro Alto for some good Fado venues.

Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 AM to 6 PM (last entrance: 5.30 PM).
Closed on 1st of January, 1st of May and December 25th.
3euros  Admission  1.50euros  children under
Tuesday to Sunday  10h-18h (last admissions: 17h30) ?Closed  1st of January, 1st of May and 25 of December

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Thieves Market- Feira da Ladra - 10 Things to do in Lisbon


 
Beside the Igreja de São Vincente de Fora materializes one of the best flea markets in Lisbon. Browse through old wristwatches, religious paraphernalia, cheap clothes, second hand vinyl, and unimaginable arrays of intriguing junk at this entertaining and funky extravaganza. There are also some pretty solid antique shops and stalls.

Every Tuesday morning and Saturday from 8am to about 2pm

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Visit the Clown School (Chapitô-School for Performing Arts) - 10 Things to do in Lisbon


 
This funky all purpose rendezvous point occupies the sloping premises of what was built in the 17th century as a women´s prison and that functions today a state funded school for circus entertainers. It lies in the Castelo district and its patio has spectacular views of Lisboa and the river. It is good for drinks, food or just exploring. There are many indoor and outdoor spots in which to make yourself comfortable as well as live shows. To check the agenda visit www.chapito.org. This is a nice place to have a drink after an afternoon in the Castelo neighbourhood.

Costa do Castelo, 1/7
Esplanade Bar, Tues to Sun / 10h-2h
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Cruise the streets of Alfama - 10 Things to do in Lisbon

 
For a snapshot of Lisboa´s Moorish past spend some time navigating the labyrinth like district of Alfama. This neighbourhood spanning from the Castelo to the river was once an upper class Moorish residential neighbourhood. Now it is home to a working class population where Fado was invented and the grilling sardines perfected. The best time to visit is during the Festa de Santo António around the 12th and 13th of June. During this festival the streets explode in pastel coloured streamers and amazingly grilled food.

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Belem - 10 Things to do in Lisbon

No trip to Lisbon can be called a success without a pilgrimage to Belem. Belem is where the Age of Discovery began. Ships commanded by the likes of Vasco da Gama and Henry the Navigator set their sails here returning with tales of adventure, bloodshed and riches. Discovering a sea route to India Gama helped aide in Portugal´s rise to one of the world´s greatest empires.
With the Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, Torre de Belem, Centro Cultural de Belem, and many other Museums and open spaces a full day here will not be wasted.  

Most museums closed on Monday.
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Night out in Bairro Alto - 10 Things to do in Lisbon


After stuffing yourself in one of this districts many restaurants ranging from traditional to experimental or browsing in original and independent boutique shops you should stick around and let loose a little. Whether you want to drown your sorrows at the bottom of a bottle while listening to Fado, catch some Dj´s bump electronically inspired beats, rock in an indie dive bar, cram into what looks like someone´s living room for live African Brazilian music, read Saramago to the backdrop of Jazz, pose as a mojito and cairpirinha inspector or just sample a little of everything while drinking on the streets with thousands of other revellers then a night out in Bairro Alto is highly recommended. Thursday to Saturday are the most crowded but you will always find people out at night in this area. Cheap beer and no covers guarantee that Lisboa is one of the hottest nightspots of all Europe.

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Museu Gulbenkian (and Park) - 10 Things to do in Lisbon

 
This Museum is a great collection of art spanning almost every major period in Western history. They also have some impressive Eastern Art.  Of note to all you Art Nouveau heads is the fantastical collection from designer Rene Lalique. Across the way is the Centro de Arte Moderna, which has Portugal´s best collection of 20th Century Portuguese art. Connecting the two museums is a very nice park that can serve as a refuge from the hustle and bustle that accompanies all major cities.

Wednesday to Sunday 10am- 6pm, Tuesday 2pm- 6pm. Closed Monday.
Free on Sunday.

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When I Cross That River...(Cais do Ginjal) - 10 Things to do in Lisbon


Head on down to "Cais do Sodre" and catch a ferry to "Cacilhas."  When you arrive head to Cais do Ginjal on foot.  As you walk along the river and by the abandoned buildings you will be able to make out the ever changing contours of Lisboa, and see what has to be one of the best views of the city.   If you´re hungry eat at one of the rustic, river side restaurants. Try and get one of the tables sitting out over the water.  After your belly is full pay 50 cents and take the elevator up to "Almada Velha."   Tip: Have a late lunch and try to catch the sunset...you wont forget it.

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Lisbon´s Best Bars 
Ain´t No Party Like A Lisbon Party, Because A Lisbon Party Don´t Stop!
 
Lisbon´s Night Life is no laughing matter. The Portuguese take their drinking culture seriously.  Great music, cheap drinks and late nights make this Portuguese capital one of the hottest nightspots in all of Europe 


Cinco Lounge 


Mixologist and Magician, Dave will keep you guessing with cocktails from another planet. Fruits always fresh, spirits premium and more than 100 concoctions to choose from make this place a relaxed and sofisticated watering hole.
Rua Ruben A. Leitão 17-A  (21 342 4033) 9pm-2am  Tues-Sat
www.cincolounge.com

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Mezcal


This Bairro Alto bar is the size of a shoebox, but always has a multi-lingual crowd standing around outside. Various tequilas are available and cheap skillfully crafted caipirinhas, mojitos and shots.  
Travessa da Água da Flor, 20

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Maria Caxuxa


Great place for the first drink and introduction to the Barrio Alto. Trendy place that tends to attract insouciant but laid-back beautiful people.  Lots of lounge space to get conversation going.  Music can range from hip hop to soul to electronic.  As the night wears on, the street in front of the bar gets as crowed as the bar itself.

Rua da Barroca 6/12
Bairro Alto
19h-2h  Mon-Sat

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Pavilhão Chinês


This was once a Chinese grocery store and still retains the original entrance. While a drink can be a bit expensive it is worth it to check this place out. One of the best decorated bars I have ever seen, EVER! Designed by Luis Pinto Coelho. The walls are lined with polished cabinets and filled with anything and everything collectible. Action figures, model airplanes, hats, African masks, and things I can`t even name. Also famous for its cocktails boasting the best "Singapore Sling"(the menu is worth just looking at) on the Iberian continent.

Rua Dom Pedro V, 89-91 (sometimes the door is not open and you have to ring the bell)
6pm- 2h am

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Lounge


This is the accountants(he´s crazy) favorite place to grab a drink and listen to whatever might be playing. Usually a DJ. The music ranges from breakdance 80`s beats, house, electro pop and Indie- Rock to, well just about anything electronic. It is always a gamble and always good.

Rua da Moeda 1  
10pm-4am Tues-Sun
www.barlounge.blogspot.com

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Pai Tirano

Behind a set of stairs in the Bica, this bar is one of Lisboa´s best kept secrets.  Good music, good conversation, and good drinks is what this place promises.  Inspired by the Portuguese film of the same name.  If you have the late night munchies ask for the "Frangalho"(toasted garlic chicken sandwich).  Now you just have to find it.

Travessa da Laranjeira 35
Mon to Sat / 22h-4h

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Left



This white hot and cool bar is the diamond of Santos. It features a wide range of music,  usually on the bill awesome of  Lisbon´s  best electro pop DJ´s.  David Lynch inspired bathrooms and a staircase to nowhere. 

Largo Vitorino Damasio 3F
Wed & Thurs  / 22h-2h
Fri & Sat          / 22h-4h
www.leftbar.blogspot.com

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Cabaret Maxime


Once a Luxury Cabaret, then an infamous brothel, it is now one of Lisbon´s most interesting and outrageous nightspots. Live burlesque shows, revival acts, concerts and always a party.

Praca de Alegria 58
Thur to Sat / 22h-4h
www.cabaret-maxime.com

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Night Clubs  (Let´s Dance)

Op Art


This small glass box at the "Doca de Santo Amaro" seems quite harmless by day, but like Cinderella it transforms into club when the clock strikes midnight.  In the summer, the glass walls disappear and the dancefloor extends to the River Tejo. 

Doca de Santo Amaro 6
Tue/Thu/Sun  13h-2h
Fri/Sat              13h-6h
www.opartcafe.com

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LUX



Lisbon´s answer to the best of European night clubs.  Former warehouse on the river with  two levels of dance floors and an open air terrace.   Resident DJ´s and Big International names lay down an eclectic mix of music.  If you arrive after 2am do not be overly drunk, in large groups of guys, or aggressive with door men. 

Avenida Infante D. Henrique, Cais da Pedra
Armazen A, Santa Apolonia
11h-6h Tue-Sat
www.luxfragil.com

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Europa



In one of the doggiest "looking" neighborhoods in the city sits Lisbon´s late late night spot( afterhour parties starting at 6am).  Hip and always fun. 

Rua Nova do Carvalho 18, Cais do Sodre
23h-4h // 6h-10h Tues-Sat

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Mussulo


Lisbon´s best African dance Club.  Drawing a diverse crowd this club´s DJ´s spin Lusophone Zouk and Luandan Kududuro.  Best night is Saturday.  Come dressed to impress.  No sneakers(trainers).

Rua Sousa Martins, 5D Picoas
23h-6h   Mon, Wed-Sat
www.discotecamussulo.com

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Jamiaca


Fun retro music club.  The dance floor is flooded with rock and roll and 80´s music.  Get´s busier as the night goes on. 
Rua Nova do Carvalho 8
23.30h-6h  Tues-Sat
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Mini  Mercado


 A small but fun  dive bar  where foreign university goers like to frequent.  Music is mostly house and electro.  Some nit it is bit more varied depending on DJ.  They have a sying at this bar that "you should eat more fruit," and there is always some fresh fruit laid out on the bar. 

Avenida D. Carlos 167
Santos
11h-4h   Tues-Sat
www.clubemercado.com

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BBC (Belem Bar Cafe)


Fashionable place where people go to be seen and see.  Not a casual place so put on your best bespokes and your cool face.  Music is commercial house, R&B and Hip Hop.

Avenida de Brasilia, Pavihao Poente
Belem
Tues-Wed / 20h-2h
Thur           / 20h-3h
Fri-Sat       / 20h-5h
www.belembarcafe.com

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Live Music (Hang the DJ and lets Jam)

Onda Jazz Cafe


Great Jazz venue but also lays hosts to a wide arrange of global music.  The commonality being that whoever plays there is amazing.  From Agrican, to Portuguese and Foreign Jazz, if you want a quiet evening listening to live music, this is your place.  Check the website for calendar of acts.  Also a restaurant.

Arco de Jesus 7
Alfama
www.ondajazz.com

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Tejo Bar


Tiny but packed with character.  This bar is a host to impromptu live jam sessions.  It´s like being in your musicians friends house. Be sure not to clap. 

Beco do Viágrio, 1
Alfama

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Santiago Alchimista


Great small to midsize venue for live music and top quality international bands often play.  check websites for upcoming gigs

Rua de Santiago 19c
Castelo
www.santiagoalquimista.com

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Music Box


Great place to catch international and Portuguese Bands and DJ´s nightly.  Great video projections and in house VJ´s . check website for upcoming shows.

Rua Nova do Carvalho 24
Wed-Sat
www.musicboxlisboa.com


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ZDB (Galeria Zé dos Bois)

The kind of place every city needs to be called a city.  Experimental Acts,  Strange Performances, cultural library and Cheap beer.  The last time I was here there was a band playing noise rock accompanied by a guy turning the pages of a comic book he had created.   check website for happening of weird but wonderful shows.

Rua da Barroca 59
Bairro Alto

www.zedosbois.org

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Fado (My heart aches, but I like it)

A Baiuca



In this small tavern/restaurant there is no stage, no microphone, no spotlight, not even candles here. It´s the kind of place where finding a local taxi driver who has just parked his car in the nearby square just long enough to come in and let his lungs loose is not unusual. One of the most intimate and unique fado experiences in Lisbon.

Rua de Sao Miguel 20
Thur to Mon  8h-24h // fado starts at 20h
www.fadovadioabaiuca.com

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Tasco do Chico

Free good Fado music on Mondays and Wednesdays in the Barrio Alto.  Come early as free means crowded. 

Rua Diario de Noticias 39
bairro Alto
Mon and Wed 21h-2h

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Old School Portuguese (Drink like a Tuga)

Vai Tu


A neighborhood bar that hosts everything from sardine fries, to fado nights to dinner .  Cheap beer.  Don´t be intimidated upon entering, you might be the only foreigner, but the crowd wont bite and is quite welcoming.

Rua da Bica Duarte Belo 6-8
Bica

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Ginjinha das Gáveas


Late night Ginja(cherry liquor) spot in the barrio alto.

Ruas das Gáveas 17

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"Drinking beer doesn´t make you fat, it makes you lean..against bars, tables, chairs and poles."   - Joana

 
 
Lisbon´s Best Museums 

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Tired of looking at churches hit up one of these museums for a dose of culture and art. These are the museums we believe you should see.



Gulbenkian



This museum has a great collection of art spanning almost every major period in Western history.  They also have some impressive Eastern Art.  Of note to all you Art Nouveau heads is the fantastical collectional from designer Rene Lalique.  Across the way is the Centro de Arte Moderna, which has Portugal´s best collection of 20th Century Portuguese art. Connecting the two museums is a very nice park that can serve as a refuge from the hustle and bustle that accompanies all major cities.

Wednesday to Sunday 10h-18h , Tues 14h-18h.  Closed on Monday.  Free on Sunday
Avenida de Berna 45A
Bairro Azul
www.gulbenkian.pt

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Museu do Coches (Coach Museum)



Ever wonder what Cinderella´s garage would look like if she was a free spending rock star or football god.  Now you can. Housed inside an 18th century royal riding hall this museum has 45 horse drawn coaches, elaborate and amazing.

Praca Afonso de Albuqurque
Tue-Sun  /  10h-18h
Free on Sun until 14h
admin: 5 euros // free under 15yrs
www.museudoscoches-ipmuseus.pt

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Berardo (Modern Art Collection)


This is one of the best museums for Modern Art in Lisbon, and hands down one of our favourites.  It´s also always free. The hundreds of pieces range from Picasso and Duchamp to Warhol, Bacon and Local Paula Rego. 

Centro Cultural de Belem
Praca do Imperio
Belem
Sat-Thur  // 10h-19h
Fri           //  10h-22h
Free admission
www.berardomuseum.com

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Museu Nacioanal De Arte Antiga (National Museum of Ancient Art)


Lisbon´s largest state owned museum.   Comprehensive view of Portuguese art from the 12th to 19th centuries.   Works include Nuno Goncalves´s masterpiece know as the Panel of St. Vincent.  It also has a Bosch Panel and a whole smathering of classical art.  Good Cafe and garden.

Rua de Janelas Verdes
Tues // 10h-18h
Wed-Sun // 10h-18h
admin 4euros   under 15yrs free admin
Free for all Sundays until 14h
www.mnarteantiga-ipmuseus.pt 

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Museu do Azulejo (Tile Museum)


What´s with all the tiles on the buildings you find yoursel asking to no one in particular.  Stop talking out loud and looking crazy and head to this museum for answers.  Housed in a former convent, this museum charts Portuguese tile art and its development from the 15th century till the present.  This one is definitely worth checking out just for the blue tiled alter inside.

Rua de Madre de Deus 4
Tues // 14h-18h
Wed-Sun //  10h-18h
Admin: 5 euros / under 15yrs free
Free for all Sunday until 14h.
www.mnazulejo-ipmuseus.pt

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Museu Do Fado


Before hitting one of the many Fado clubs in Bairro Alto or Alfama a trip to the Casa do Fado e da Guitarra Portuguesa is a good place for a quick study of Fado´s history. Its well put together audiovisual displays allow the visitor to get lost in the sights and sounds of these bluesy melancholic chants of Portugal. The tour ends in a virtual performance that with the right kind of eyes and ears can be quite moving. Be sure to check out the ever-changing exhibitions. While the Alfama district is the home and birthplace of Fado, many of the venues are quite touristy and can be expensive. For an alternative try Bairro Alto for some good Fado venues.

Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 AM to 6 PM
Closed on 1st of January, 1st of May and December 25th.
3euros  Admission  1.50euros

www.museudofado.egeac.pt

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MUDE (Museum of Design and Fashion)


Product design and fashion museum that should´t be missed by Eames and Nelson lovers.  Great collection of modern furniture and fashion pieces. 

Rua Agusta 24
Baixa
Tues-Thur, Sun  // 10h-20h
Fri-Sat                // 10h-22h
www.mude.pt

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Eat Your Heart Out in Lisbon


Eat Portuguese!




Principe do Calhariz



Come to where the chicken is! Traditional Portuguese restaurant specializing in bbq chicken with "Piri-Piri" (Chili sauce), but everything from the grilled octopus, to the garlic prawns are equally fantastic.  Oh yeah did we say cheap!

Calçada do Combro 28/30
Tel. +351 213 420 971
Sun to Fri  12h-15h30 // 19h-22h30



Galeto


This place has been preserved in a time capsule since 1968, this is one of those places that you love to find. A long bar wraps around the whole restaurant , giving the restaurant some kind of futuristic vision from the 50s feel. From your bar stool you will be able to do the best of people watching as the clientele here changes with every hour. I think the only way you can work here is if you have been an extra in a David Lynch or Woody Allen movie. Walls are paneled off with geometric patterned original wood. The food is simple, the experience anything but.

 

How to get there: Take Blue line from Baixa-Chiado to Marquês Pombal. There switch to the yellow line (direction Odivelas) and get off at Saldanha. When you come up look for the huge, lit up Retro sign that says "Galeto".


Av. da República 14

+351 213 544 444?

Everyday until 2h


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Cabaças


This is by far Ricardo´s favorite place to eat a steak. This place is very Portuguese and it is best to go early (about 9 pm) Friday and Saturday because it fills up fast. The specialty here is strips of succulent raw meat served on a hot stone with mustard sauces and salt. You cook it yourself. Other things here are also very good (sardines, bacalhau, etc), but if you eat meat you should make this pilgrimage of fat and drizzle a must.

Rua Das Gáveas 8
Tel. +351 213 463 443
Tues-Sat     19h-24h


Beira Gare


The Portuguese love their "snacks" (Merendas) and if you want to feel Portuguese for an afternoon or just gain a couple of pounds there is no better place to do it than here.  Try the "Bifana" (slow stewed pork sandwich) with lots of mustard and "Piri-Piri."

Rua 1 de Dezembro 116
Tel +351 213 420 405
Mon to Sat 6h-1h00



The capitals oldest pastry shop is the best place to have breakfast like we do, which means lost of sugar and sweet delights.


Praça da Figueira, 18B

www.confeitarianacional.com

everyday 8h-20h


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Something Smells Fishy ( Best Places to Eat Fish in Lisbon)


Sr Peixe



In the Expo area amid a strip of "so-so" restaurants mainly geared towards tourists lies this gem of seafood.   The sign says "Setubal in Lisbon," and its fish come fresh everyday straight form the port 50km south of the city.   Endless Fish options on the menu.  Not the cheapest place, but if its fresh fish you after then splurging here is worth it.


Rua da pimenta, Parque das Naçoes

+351 218 955 892

Mon, Sat and Sun  12h-15h30

Tue-Fri  19h-22h30 


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Cantinho do Mercado


 

Located a stone's throw from the fresh fish market, this place guarantees the fish you are eating was hand picked by the owner in the early morning hours.  A simple place were the quality is always good and where as the owner says a "ittle bit of passion" from the fishing village of Ericeira can be found in Lisbon.

Rua Engenheiro Viera da Silva, Mercado 31 de Janeiro, Saldanha.
+351 213 544233
12h-15h Mon-Fri.
Cash Only


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A Toscana Casa de Pasto



You really want to get off the beaten path and enter a real Portuguese Tasca, then look no further than this place.  The walls are adorned with photos of famous football players, and the plates with great fish at great prices. 

Rua do Sacramento a Lapa, 74
+351 213 968 633 
Closed on Sundays 

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Ramiro


One of the best places in town for shellfish and crustaceans.  Right in the center of the city this traditional cervejaria rarely disappoints.  About 35euros per person.

Avenida Almirante Reis, 1H
+351 218851024
9h-18h  Everyday except Tuesday

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Something Different, but still Portuguese

100 Maneiras


Where Intimacy, culinary genius and unpretentious service combine for the ultimate dining experience.  The tasting menu changes monthly and plates are always inventive and always Portuguese.

Rua Teixeira 35
+351  210 990 475 // 910 307 575
Mon to Sat  8h00-2h00 kitchen closes at midnight.

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A Travessa



Modern Luso-Belgian Cuisine using the best fresh produce to create exquisite meals.  The service is exceptional and it´s setting, a 17th century convent, make for an unforgettable dinning experience.

Travessa do Convento das Bernardas 12
+351 213 902 034 // 213 940 800
Mon-Sat 12h30-16h00 // 20h

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Fruitalmeidas


Snack on the delicacies of Lisbon for cheap, at this locally revered fruit drink cafe. 
Order a pasteis de massa tenra and a juice. Satisfy your sweet tooth with their homemade strawberry cake.

Avenida de Roma 45, Lisboa, 1700-342 // Rua Pedro Nunes 25, Lisboa 
+351 217 964 516




Vegetable Dreams (Vegetarian Restaurants)

Jardim dos Sentidos



Eat your greens at this restaurant and therapy center.  This vegetarian dinning spot is always crowded because of its value and garden.  Grab a massage before or after your Indian/Oriental-inspired cuisine.

Rua Mae D Agua 3
+351 213 423 670
Mon to Fri 12H00-15h00 // 19h00-23h00
Sat  19h00-23h00

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Terra


Amazing place for getting your fill of veggies.  Serves buffet style vegetarian meals made from mostly organic ingridients with many Vegan options.   If it´s sunny see if you can get a table in the garden out back.

Rua da Palmeira 15
+351 213421408
Mon to Sun 12h30-15h30   // 19h30-22h30

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Mega Vega


A great choice for a quick and inexpensive vegetarian and vegan food in the center of the city.  Several menus consisting of hot and cold dishes.

Rua do Sapateriros 113
+351 213468063
Mon to Fri / 8h30-22h00   // Sat / 10h00-22h

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Take a bite out of the Colonial Past

Estrella Morena


Settle in to this small but cozy restaurant for African Food, with Cabo Verdean Roots.  Traditional ingredients and recipes combine to make having dinner here a true multi-cultural experience.  Be sure to try the fresh gioba and ricotta dessert.

Rua da Imprensa Nacional 64 B
+351  213 963 909
Tue to Fri / 12h30-15.30 // 19h30-22h30
Mon / 12h30-15h30  Sat 19h30-22h30

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Tentacoes de Goa



Cardamom, Saffron, Indian spice, ginger and cummin mix together to take you on a gastronomical journey to the south of India, just  like the Portuguese explorers. 

Rua Sao Pedro Martir, 23 r/c
+351 218 875 824
closed: Sundays and holidays

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Gay and Lesbian,  It´s All Queer

Lisbon considers itself a "gay friendly city", but centuries of Catholic dominance still make public sentiment quite conservative.  While public opinion is changing for the better, you still don´t see many public displays of affection outside of a couple of neighborhoods.  The most gay-friendly neighborhoods, are the Chiado, Principe Real, Bairro Alto and Santa Catarina.

Mar Adentro



This cafe and bar is located between the Bairro Alto and Cais do Sodré is gay owned and run.  Great for lunch and pre going out drinks.  Free Wi-Fi  


Rua do Alecrim 35 (21 346 9641) 

10am-11pm daily   2pm-midnight Saturdays


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Portas Largas




In the confines of a typical Portuguese tavern you will find a popular place for flirting in the Bairro Alto.  

Rua da Atalaia 103/105  (21 346 6379)

8am-3:30am daily


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Purex



Great mixed and party girl meeting point in the Bairro Alto.  


Rua das Salgadeiras 28 (21342 1942)

11pm-4am daily


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Setimo Céu



Sophitiscated boys night out in the Bairro Alto.  DJ´s and good crowds.


Travessa da Espera 54 (21 346 6471)

10pm-2am daily


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Finalmente




Kitch drag queen shows beginning  around 3am.  After the show its dancing and cruising. 


Rua da Palmeira 38 (21 346 9158)

10pm-5am daily


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Maria Lisboa



A big club with plenty of women in Alcantara  One of the most fun larger clubs in town.


Rua das Fontaínhas 86 (21 362 2560)

11pm-6am Fri-Sat

http://marialisboadiscoteca.blogspot.com


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Trumps



2 Dance Floors, 3 Bars, pop music and young crowds. 27years and still going! Hetero Friendly.

Rua da Impresa Nacional 104B (21 397 1059)

11:45pm-6am Fri-Sat  Admission 10?

www.trumps.pt


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Fragil



Good dance club, grandfather of the scene.  A great option if you want to keep partying in the Bairro Alto after thing start to wind down(for gay and straight).

Rua da Atalaia 126 (21 346 9578)

11:30pm-4am Wed-Sat

www.fragil.com.pt


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Tattoos, Green Spaces Spaces, and Drugs



Getting Inked ( Tattoo Parlors in Lisbon )


This is a list of places where you can get clean and quality tattoo work done.  Each one is different and the best option is to drop by a few and speak with artists and check out their work. 


Atomic Tattoo

Rua Conceicao da Gloria 46 1stD
Liberdade
(+351)  213433832
www.myspace.com/atomictattoostudio


Bad Bones

Rua do Norte, 85
Bairro Alto
(+351) 213460888
www.bad-bones.com


Inkdelight

Rua da Oliveira ao Carmo, Escadinhas do Oliveira, 3
Baixa / Chiado
(+351)961412005
Inkdelight video


Estudio Edith

Rua da Venezuela, 41A
Benfica
(+351) 217156442
www.odeith.com


Lisboa Ink

Rua do Telhal, 8C
Liberdade
(+351) 213462181
www.myspace.com/lisboaink


Queen of Hearts

Rua Luiza Todi, 12-14
Bairro Alto
(+351) 2133423732
www.myspace.com/queen_of_hearts_tattoos


Triparte

Rua da Prata, 88
Baixa / Chiado
+351 218862994
www.triparte-tattoo.com


El Diablo

Largo Rafael Borda lo Pinheiro 30A
Baixa / Chiado
+351 213476126
www.myspace.com/eldiablotattooclub


La Diabla

Avenida Duque de Loule, 66
Liberdade
(+351) 213539454
www.ladiablatattoo.com


Parks

The Grass is always greener in Lisbon.  When the sun is out and the birds are singing there is no better place than the Portuguese capital to spend a day outside. Below is a list of some of our favorite parks.

Jardim Franca Borges


This is one of the best small parks in Lisbon.   The highlight is a 100 year old tree whoose branches have grown out horizontally to shade the park.   A playground, outdoor cafe, and kiosk make this place a park you should not miss. If you´re lucky you´ll catch retirees playing heated games of Portugese bridge. 

Praça Principe Real
Everyday
Free

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Jardim do Gulbenkian


Great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, or just to lay in the grass and make out.  A large lake and streams run thoughout this park that sits between 2 museums.  Coy fish, bamboo shrowded trails and modern art make this place a special day out.

Avenida de Berna, 45A
Praça de Espana
Everyday
Free

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Jardim de Sao Pedro de Alcantara


Split level viewing point near the bairro alto.  The top level is adorned with a fountain, cafe, and benches.  The bottom level has a beautiful cut out lawn in typical imperial Lisbon style.  Also a calming grotto with running water.  During the day a picture of calm and at night the cafe on the plaza plays audible but not loud electronic music.

Rua de São Pedro de Alcantara
Bairro Alto
Everyday
Free

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Jardim do Estrela


With the Basilica da Estrella in the background, this is a perfect place to take a book and enjoy the day among the trees and grass.  Plenty of space for the kids to play and small enough to keep an eye on them.  In the summer they have lots of live music, fairs and outdoor movie cycles.

Praça da Estrella
Everyday 7h-24h
Free

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Estufa Fria

 
Perfect for an anventurous romantic walk in the center of the city.  Full of large and small plants, some exotic and some local varieties.  It´s split into a Cold House, a Hot house and a Cacti House.   After exploring the stone paths, small lakes and waterfalls head up to the top od Parque eduardo VII for a breathtaking view of downtown Lisbon and the river.

Parque Eduardo VII
Marques de Pompal
9h-17h 
admin: 1.50 euros

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Miradouro de Santa Catarina


This is one of our favorite viewing points in the city of Lisbon.  While it is small grassy knoll could hardly classify it as a park, when the sun is out this viewing point fills up with people of all ages and backgrounds who want to take in the suns rays, have a beer, and maybe break out their guitar.

Adamastor
Santa Catarina
Baixa/Chiado Metro

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Parque Das Naçoes


In many parts of the world former World Expo sites are lain to waste once the celebrations end and are monuments to bad city planning.  Not in Lisbon.  The site of the 98 Expo is still bustling with people and a great place to get out and stretch your legs.   This much needed public space opens up along the river Tejo, now know as the Parque of Nations.  Besides the Ocenarium , it has gardens with giant percussion nstruments and similar hands on playthings.  Theres a climing wall, a bird refuge, and many cafes and other activities such as bike rentals, a train and pedal boat hire. 

Parque de Naçoes
Everyday
Free

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Parque Florestal de Monsanto


190 mile of walking and cycling trails and seveal playgrounds.  This huge park hugs  southern Lisbon with its green blanket of trees.  The most popular is the hilltop Parque Recreativo Alto Serafina, an adveture park near the Roman Aquaduct.  It is loaded with Picnic areas, kids driving circuit, climing walls, boats , running track and restaurant.  On the other side of the forest , the Parque Infantil de Alvito has several safe and fun play areas for children of all ages.

Metro Jardim Zoologico
then take any of these buses: 70, 24, 723, 727, or 732

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Drugs


While we here at We HateTourismTours do not condone the use of drugs while visiting the Portuguese capital, we do know drugs exists, and believe a little information can go along way to having a safe visit.

Drug consumption in Portugal is discrete, and if you are going to "light up" or anything else make sure you follow this etiquette.  Never "smoke" indoors or at bars or clubs. 

The Law

Personal consumption is no longer a criminal offense in Portugal.   "Personal consumption" is defined by quantity. The law rather vaguely states that you can have in your possession enough for personal use for a few days.  If you decide you need to carrying anything on you the best best is to have a little as possible. 

Do not buy drugs from anyone that approaches you on the streets, especially in the Baixa and Bairro Alto areas.   

Again, to be completely safe you should avoid the use of drugs all together while visiting our beautiful Portuguese city.
 
 


Football  (O Abritro Esta Comprado!)

Even though Portugal is a small country we have a tremendous love for all things football.  From Cristiano Ronaldo to Jose Mourinho Portugal hold its own among  football´s elite. 

Going to a game in Lisboa can be lots of fun especially since you have 2 (Sporting Club de Portugal and Benfica) of the big three "big teams" in this city.  



 Benfica (Sport Lisboa E Benfica)


Recently crowned Portuguese Champions, a game in the "Cathedral" or Stadium of Light should not be missed by Footbal Lovers.  Benfica is according to Wikipedia the biggest Football club in the world, with more paying members than any other team.   Arrive early and grab some terribly unhealthy food and cold beer in one of the food carts surrounding the stadium.  Before the game don´t be suprised when a huge Eagle "Vitoria" swoops down onto the field.  Keep an eye out for Portuguese legend Eusebio.  Leave the car and take the metro(Alto dos Moínhos)as parking when there is a game can be a nightmare.

Esatdio de Luz
Avenida General Norton de Matos
(+351) 217219500 box office

National League 12euros-45euros
European Matches 15euros-55euros
you can get tickets from machines at the stadium that take credit cards.
They also sell online for a fee from the website
www.slbenfica.pt

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Sporting (Sportig Club de Portugal)



Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Figo, Ricardo Quaresma, Nani, and many other big Portuguese names got their start at this Club and their world famous youth development school.  The clubs stadium was designed by Portuguese architect Tómas Taveira has been dubbed "the bathroom" by Benfica supporters because of its external tiling.  Don´t call it that infront of any "Lion" supporter though.  The compact intimate stadium creates a great game atmosphere.

Estadio Jose de Alvalade
Rua Fernando da Fonseca
(+351) 217516000
Metro: Campo Grande (leaves you at the entrance to the stadium)
Portuguese League:  10euros-55euros
European Games: 25euros-65euros
you can buy tickets online from their website
www.sporting.pt

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Belenenses (Os Belenenses)



This is Brunos favorite team, but the last time this team won the league was in 1946. Tickets are cheap, pride is high from local supporters and the Stadium has a great view out over the river Tejo.  Atmosphere is freindly and good for the whole family. 

Estadió de Restelo
Avenida do Restelo
(+351)  213017881
Belem
you have to buy tickets at the stadium grounds, they do not sell online.
Tickets 7euros-15euros
www.osbelenenses.pt

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