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Monuments in Lisbon
Lisbon is a city with dozens of centuries of History. Be surprised by its most emblematic monuments.
There are many types of monuments in Lisbon that attract all kinds of people due to their characteristic aspects.
Get to know, on this page, some of the monuments you might discover on this beautiful city:
Jerónimos Monastery
The Jerónimos Monastery is one of the most symbolic monuments in Lisbon, meet its history and visit it.
Belem Tower (Torre de Belém)
Discover this important tower whether for military purposes, strategic and even as part of the landscape.
Discoveries Pattern
Visit the third of the great monuments in Belém, Lisbon and don’t miss the opportunity of going to the top and see the magnificent view.
São Jorge Castle
Visit São Jorge Castle, one of Lisbon's oldest monuments and a symbol of Christian victory over the Moors.
Lisbon’s Cathedral
Discover the magical history of the beautiful Lisbon’s Cathedral.
National Pantheon
Descubre cómo es el Panteón Nacional y no dejes de visitarlo durante tus vacaciones en Lisboa.
Carmo’s Archaeological Museum
Come and visit the ruins of the majestic Carmo Convent visible on the opposite hill of S. George Castle.
Santa Justa Lift
Experiment ascending on the old Santa Justa lift and take a few minutes to enjoy this beautiful panoramic view from its viewpoint.
Commerce Square
Discover the most central square in Lisbon, open to the river and inviting you for a relaxing walk.
Basílica da Estrela
Magnificent monument near the Estrela Garden in Lisbon.
São Roque Museum
Discover a large collection of Portuguese and European Art at São Roque Museum, Lisbon.
Nozzles House (Casa dos Bicos)
Discover this historic house, with a peculiar architecture where the José Saramago Foundation is now functioning.
Marquês de Pombal statue
he Marquês de Pombal statue is an wide mark at the entrance of Lisbon. Discover this symbolic icon.
Restauradores Obelisk
Discover the meaning of the magnificent obelisk on the Restauradores square in Lisbon.
25th April Bridge
Discover the history behind this iconic bridge which unites the North and the South margin of Lisbon.
National Palace of Ajuda
Visit the National Palace of Ajuda, in Belém, Lisbon.
Belém National Palace
Get to know the Belém National Palace, official residence of the President of the Portuguese Republic.
Palace of São Bento
Discover the History of the monumental building of the Portuguese Parliament.
Rossio Train Station
Discover the history of this uncommon train station.
D. Maria II National Theatre
Discover the beautiful theatre D. Maria II National Theatre in the Rossio Square, centre of Lisbon.
Vasco da Gama Bridge
Discover this modern bridge which links the Oriental region of Lisbon to Montijo, one of the biggest bridges in the world.
Free Waters Aqueduct
If you pass through this monument you won’t certainly be indifferent, discover the history and function of the Free Waters Aqueduct
Campo Pequeno Bullfight Arena
Come and watch a show of lisbon’s tradition on the only bullfight arena in Lisbon.
Recommended Excursions:
Lisbon
What to see:
- Monuments
- Parks and Gardens
- Museums
- Viewpoints
- Baixa Pombalina / Rossio:
- Commerce Square
- Rossio Train Station
- Santa Justa Lift
- D. Maria II National Theatre
- Chiado:
- Carmo’s Archaeological Museum
- Chiado Museum
- Bairro Alto:
- São Pedro de Alcântara Viewpoint
- São Roque Museum
- National Museum of Natural History
- Alfama:
- São Jorge Castle
- Lisbon’s Cathedral
- National Pantheon
- Santa Luzia Viewpoint
- Fado Museum
- The Roman Theatre Museum (Museu do Teatro Romano)
- Saint Anthony Museum (Museu Antoniano)
- Nozzles House (Casa dos Bicos)
- Water Museum
- Azulejo (Tile) National Museum
- Museu Escola de Artes Decorativas Portuguesas
- Belém:
- Jerónimos Monastery
- Belem Tower
- Discoveries Pattern
- Carriages National Museum (Museu Nacional dos Coches)
- Calouste Gulbenkian Planetarium
- Berardo Collection Museum
- Belem Cultural Centre
- 25th April Bridge
- Afonso Albuquerque Garden
- Marine Museum
- National Archaeology Museum
- National Ethnology Museum
- National Palace of Ajuda (Palácio Nacional da Ajuda)
- Ajuda Botanic Garden (Jardim Botânico da Ajuda)
- Belém National Palace
- Electricity Museum
- Nations Park (Parque das Nações):
- Lisbon Oceanarium
- Knowledge Pavillion (Pavilhão do Conhecimento)
- Parque das Nações Gardens
- Vasco da Gama Bridge
- other places:
- Lisbon Zoological Garden
- Penha de França Viewpoint
- Bordalo Pinheiro Museum
- Olivais Pedagogical Farm
- Alto da Serafina Recreational Park
- Marquês de Pombal Square
- Palace of São Bento / Parliament
- Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Building
- Arpad Szenes - Vieira da Silva Foundation
- City Museum (Museu da Cidade)
- Museum of the Scientific and Cultural Center of Macau
- Oriente Museum
- Music Museum
- Amália Rodrigues Garden
- Cold Greenhouse (Estufa Fria)
- Estrela Basilica
- Estrela Garden (Jardim da Estrela)
- Costumes National Museum (Museu Nacional do Traje)
- Cinema Museum (Cinemateca)
- Ancient Art National Museum (Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga)
- Eduardo VII Park
- Mirador da Graça
- Graça Viewpoint
- Senhora do Monte Viewpoint
- Free Waters Aqueduct
- Campo Pequeno Bullfight Arena
- Dom Afonso Henriques Avenue
- Restauradores Obelisk
- National Theatre Museum
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