Miradouro de Santa Catarina (Adamastor Viewpoint)īest time to visit: The evening - for a social drink Insider Tip: Don’t forget to explore Graça after visiting the viewpoint although the district has few noteworthy tourist attractions, it is authentically Portuguese with cafes, bakeries and family run shops. The Miradouro da Graça can be reached by travelling on the number 28 tram and exiting at the Graça tram stop, from which it’s a level walk around the Convento da Graça to the view point. The viewpoint is in front of the imposing Igreja e Convento da Graça complex and on the edge of the tree-lined Jardim Augusto Gil park, which provides shaded seating and drinks kiosks. The Miradouro da Graça viewpoint (also known as the Miradouro Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen) is popular with tourists as it offers some of the best views of the castle and is situated in a pleasant section of the city, which is relatively easy to travel to. Miradouro da Graça (Miradouro Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen)Īccess: Street access, no steep climb from Graça

The best method to travel there is to catch the number 28 tram and exit at the Rua da Graça tram stop and then walk up the Rua da Senhora do Monte, which is a steep street. Insider tip: The Nossa Senhora do Monte was popular with young lovers because it is difficult to get to. The Miradouro da Nossa Senhora do Monte still retains this romantic ambience, but sees many more visitors since the influx of the Tuk-Tuk tours. Historically this was where young Portuguese couple would meet up for romantic liaisons, without the interference of parents or gossiping neighbours. From the summit, there are amazing views over the castle and central Lisbon, while the setting is beneath the shade of trees and next to a charming little church. It is located on the highest hill of Lisbon, has a delightful setting and is virtually unknown by foreign tourists. In our opinion, the Miradouro da Nossa Senhora do Monte is the best viewpoint of Lisbon. Main sights: River Tejo and suspension bridge Related articles: The Padrao dos Descobrimentos – Belem guideīest time to visit: Morning or early eveningĪccess: Street access, but it is a steep street! Photographer tip: This location can provide the wonderful photo opportunity of a cruise ship passing beneath the suspension bridge, with the Christ Statue clearly in view an amazing photo. Our advice, is to visit early in the day. Insider Tip: As with everything in Belem during the tourist season the Padrao dos Descobrimentos will be very busy, and as the number of visitors is limited, there can be a slow queue to enter. The Padrao dos Descobrimentos viewing platform is reached via a lift, but there is a short staircase to reach the roof. There is an entrance fee of €5, but the stunning 360 degree view is worth the admission fee. The Miradouro Padrao dos Descobrimentos is at the top of the 52-meter-high monument and provides outstanding panoramic views over the entire Belem district. Main sights: Belem, the Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, the Torre de Belem and the Tejo Estuary Miradouro Padrao dos Descobrimentos Monument

Related articles: Elevador de Santa Justa - Baixa guide This church was left as a haunting ruin to act as a permanent reminder to Lisbon of the devastation of the 1755 earthquake. Insider tip: While at the top do not miss the ruins of the Carmo Church, which is to the rear of the platform. The viewpoint can only take 29 visitors, therefore during the day there can be a long wait to access the viewing roof. The viewing platform is accessed from the top level of the Elevador de Santa Justa, either by a ride up it (€5.30 return) or from the Largo do Carmo, which is the square behind the top of the lift. The viewpoint has an admission fee of €1.50, is open from 7:00 until 23:00 (7:00 to 21:00 winter), and is an amazing location to view Lisbon by night. This viewpoint may not be the highest of Lisbon, but its prime location provides stunning views over the avenues and plazas of the Baixa district, and up to the castle. The Elevador de Santa Justa viewpoint is located on the roof of the beautiful Santa Justa lift in the centre of Baixa. Main sights: Castle, Rossio Square and Central Lisbon Best time to visit: Early evening or at night

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