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The Alfama
Lisbon's famed old quarter, with its narrow labyrinth of streets and Moorish designed buildings
sits in the heart of the city, is popular for its laid back attitude and timeless appeal.
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St. George's Castle (Castelo de Sao Jorge)
Perched over the Alfama, this old fortress is popular with both locals and tourists for the panoramic views if offers over the city.
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Opening
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April to
September: dailym 9am to 9pm; October to March: daily, 9am to 6pm
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Pricing:
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Free admission
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Contact:
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Telephone: 21 887 7244 |
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Getting
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Bus 37 or tram 12.
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Tower of Belem (Torre de Belem)
The Tower of Belém was a defensive structure built to defend the estuary of the river Tagus,
and is a fine example of Manueline architecture. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Details
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Opening
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October to April: Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 5pm;
May to September: 10am to 6.30pm
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Pricing:
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EUR3
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Contact:
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21 362 0034 |
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Getting
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Avenida de Brasilia. Bus 27, 28, 29, 43, 49 or 51. Tram 15 |
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Elevador de Santa Justa
This wrought-iron lift takes the visitor up to the Bairro Alto district above the downtown Baixa,
and is attached to a rooftop café offering fantastic views of the city.
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Bairro Alto
A historic enclave reached by the Elevador de Santa Justa from the lower city, the ancient buildings offset the modern character of the district, which comes alive at night when party-goers crowd its streets and the famed fado houses, where Portugal's unique music is played each night.
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Baixa
The busy commercial downtown area of Lisbon, the Baixa's wide avenues and the pedestrian-friendly Rue Augusta are known as a great place to shop.
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Jeronimos Monastery (Mosteiro dos Jeronimos)
This sixteenth century monastery was ordered built by Dom Manuel I to celebrate the discovery
of the sea route to India. It is one of the most important buildings in Portugal, symbolic of the nation's period of wealth and conquest, and has been classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
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Details
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Opening
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May-September:
Tuesday - Sunday, 10am-6pm; October to April: Tuesday -
Sunday, 10am-5pm
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Pricing:
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Church free.
Cloisters: Adults EUR 3; Over 65 and under 12, free
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Contact:
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21/362-00-34 |
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Getting
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1400-206 Lisbon.
Train: Bélem Station. Tram: 15. Bus: 27, 28, 29,
43, or 49
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Monument to the Discoveries
This great limestone statue near the Tagus River commemorates Portugal's Age of Discoveries, when Portuguese sailors set sail to explore the world, and immortalizes all the historic figures
who were prominent during this period of history. A favourite photo opportunity.
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Details
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Opening
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September to June:
Tuesday to Sunday, 9.30am to 5pm; July and August: Tuesday
to Sunday, 9.30am to 9pm
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Pricing:
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EUR1.90
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Contact:
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21 303 1950 |
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Getting
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Bus 27, 28, 43 or 49 |
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Se Cathedral
Built by the first king of Portugal, Dom Afonso Henriques (1109-1185), this was the first church to be built in Lisbon. Its interior takes the form of a Latin cross with three naves and features fine treasures such as the font where St Anthony of Padua was baptised in 1195, and numerous notable relics, images and icons.
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Details
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Opening
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Tuesday to Saturday: 9am to 7pm; Sunday and Monday: 9am to 5pm.
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Pricing:
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Free
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Contact:
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21 886 6752 |
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Getting
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Tram 28
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Parque das Nacoes
Lisbon's exhibition park features several attractions, not least of which is the Lisbon Oceanarium with its 15,000 living examples of marine life, and the Virtual Reality Pavilion, which showcases the Portuguese age of discovery. Other attractions include a science centre, cable car, the Vasco da Gama Tower and numerous bars and restaurants offering Portuguese cuisine.
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Details
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Opening
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daily 10am to 8pm (until 7pm in winter)
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Pricing:
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Adults: EUR 10,
children 4-12: EUR 5
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Contact:
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Telephone: 21 891 9333 or 21 891 9898; E-mail: info@parquedasnacoes.pt |
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Getting
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Avenue D. João II, Lote; Transport: Buses, trains and the metro go to Oriente Station; |
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