This is such a cute little colorful section of street in Lisbon!…read more A short section of the street is painted hot pink, and there's colorful umbrellas hanging all above- great for color AND some extra shade during the day! Because it's a relatively short part of the road (especially the part with the umbrellas) it can get a little busy, but it's still fun to check out and get a little photo! There's a couple restaurants that are on this street if you want to stay a bit longer than just a quick sighting or a simple walk through.

Jamie W and I had heard about Lisbon's so-called "Pink Street" but didn't know anything about the…read morebusinesses that operate on this short, 500-foot block. With the rainbow umbrellas and painted pink pavement, we were thinking it might be a collection of raucous gay bars much like Calle del Pecado ("Street of Sin") in Sitges. However, we arrived in the late afternoon before the nightlife activities began. What we observed were mainstream cafes and bars that apparently draw throngs of straight tourists after dark. In the light of day, it was a relative dead zone. We didn't come back in the evening for the purported debauchery since we subsequently discovered the Principe Real neighborhood, Lisbon's gay epicenter. Meantime, take your Instagram shot and move on (Photo 4). RELATED - Exploring Lisbon? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/JE8LVXSTR7

We walked in this neighborhood and it was surrounded by many nightclub and bar options. Most…read morebecome alive later in the night but walking through the streets is a treat. We came back later and the place was thriving with vendors and an awesome DJ! The food was amazing and i had the best churros I've ever tasted! Walking around the park and dancing to the incredible music the DJ played made for a very memorable evening. And you can see a beautiful view of the entire city!

Man, what a great discovery. We had an amazing evening there enjoying a fantastic live band that…read moreplayed everything from amazing blues to Jimi Hendrix' foxy lady. Great music loving crowd. Inexpensive drinks. If you're in Lisbon you've got to visit this place.

You want some Portugal History starting from the 11th…read morecentury! Cone here and read and see from all the viewing areas lots of pics!

The elevator was closed when Jamie W and I attempted to visit it this past summer. In fact, it had…read morebeen closed for over a year due to major renovations. I had ridden it before sixteen years prior, and what I mostly remember is waiting in line for over an hour to get on the lift. You'd think I would've been bummed when I saw it was closed this time. Not really. That's because there's a workaround hack at Largo do Carmo next to the open-air convent. From there, we climbed a modest set of stairs to the upper terrace that connects to the elevator tower. The views are mostly the same overlooking the iconic terracotta rooftops (Photo). Yes, there was a bit of elbow jostling but no worse for wear. We could also better appreciate the ornate detail of the elevator tower (Photo). It was designed by an apprentice of Gustave Eiffel in the same style as the Eiffel Tower and the Dom Luis I Bridge in Porto. CORRESPONDING REVIEWS Museu Arqueológico do Carmo: https://yelp.to/0BJXBwbu62 Ponte Dom Luis I: https://yelp.to/wjvmtHdV7m RELATED - Exploring Lisbon? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/Hf7ZIP6_r7

You won't get the most spectacular city landscape views here, but this miradouro does provide…read morepanoramic views over the Tagus River and the 25 de Abril Bridge (Video). With a wide open concrete platform, it's a lot more laid back than the more crowded vista points at Miradouro das Portas do Sol and Miradouro de Santa Luzia in Alfama. I presume tourists are less inclined to scale the hillside streets that lead here because it definitely feels more like a locals' spot. Fortunately there's an adjacent kiosk cafe (Quiosque do Adamastor) should you need nourishment for your trekking efforts. It'll help make your climb down easier. CORRESPONDING REVIEWS Miradouro das Portas do Sol: https://yelp.to/pdn6dAdjN5 Miradouro de Santa Luzia: https://yelp.to/tEeimT9V6H RELATED - Exploring Lisbon? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/5pEUTw6es1

I am SO glad someone from our hostel took us here! Not only is the view absolutely amazing, but…read moreit's a perfect place to hang out with a couple of beers and enjoy the live music. Even though it was packed, everyone seemed to find a place to sit, perch, or dance, and there were just generally good vibes all the way around. Don't be surprised if you run into familiar faces! Sunset seems to be the most popular time to be there, so if you're looking to get a bit more space to sit or are with a larger group, definitely get there early. It got cooler at night, also, so you could always just layer up and bring a sweater with you. I would also recommend a mini stash of toilet paper/tissue and some hand sanitizer, as the washrooms are pretty gnarly if you plan on squatting :)

Ah gosh!! This area of Lisbon is so much fun!…read more Similar look and feel to the East Village in NY with variety of restaurants, quirky shops and attractions. I had so much fun just walking around - felt super safe, even late at night! Yelp 2019

We enjoyed this part of Lisbon very much (together with Baixa, hard to see where one ends and the…read moreother one starts anyways). There are several streets which are enjoyable. Countless restaurants, bakeries, chains and independent stores. Besides Rua Augusta and its side streets the Rua Garrett is surely worth checking out. Like mentioned in another reviews, the restaurants on Rua Augusta are good for drinks and people-watching, but I would avoid eating here. Menu, quality and value are just not good enough.... but there is lots of good food in this city. Rossio and the Praca Do Comercio are surely other must-dos. But make sure to walk along the smaller streets in the west of Chiado too (close to Bairro Alto), lots of charm here! Some of the parallell streets to Rua Augusta get pretty quiet at night. Nothing scary, but not much to see or do though. From some angles you also can get nice views of the Castelo, especially at night a colorful sight!

If you're looking for Ground Zero in Lisbon, this might be the spot. Located at the crossroads…read morebetween the bohemian atmosphere of Bairro Alto and the elegant commercialism of Chiado, it's a unique public square covered in traditional black-and-white Portuguese cobblestones. Dominated by a bronze statue of Luís de Camões, Portugal's legendary 16th-century epic poet (Photo 3), the plaza is constantly circled by the city's iconic tram cars. There's an outdoor refreshment kiosk here, though Jamie W and I bypassed it for the comfort of a bench when we explored the heart of the city. The people watching was awesome. RELATED - Exploring Lisbon? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/CNwoGTSkL1

This is one of Lisbon's major squares and in the evenings, it's quite crowded. I was here in…read moremid-December and it was decorated with a huge lighted Christmas ball. So very pretty! The trams and buses circle the plaza, the tourists are walking all through and there are restaurants all around. There is underground parking here and a public toilet. I suggest popping in to O Trevo for "bifana e cerveja" - it's a pork sandwich and a small beer. It was one of Anthony Bourdain's stops during his only visit to Lisbon. Pour some peri peri sauce on it for a kick. [Review 18996 overall - 194 in Portugal - 2520 of 2022.]

A beautiful castle in the hills of Lisbon. Its free to enter with the Lisboa card. Has been there…read moresince the 12th century and has served as an important part of Portuguese history. I love the fact that you can walk the walls. See the archer slits from the archers point of view. Walk up the stairs that the invading armies would've used. Walk the courtyards that has been there for centuries. And to sit on the stone walls and see a birds eye view of the city with the sun setting. So many historical features to see and photograph and admire. The route up to the castle itself is an adventure all on its own. With narrow streets and steep inclines. Fortunately you can take the tram or the bus up there with ease. Its also really nice that peacocks have made the castle their home now. So you can see them wandering the cobbled walkways. And at night they are all up in the trees which adds to the charm and awe of this castle. I would definitely recommend visiting this castle at least once when your in Lisbon!!

Definitely a castle you should visit when you're visiting Lisbon. If you're staying in Lisbon,…read moreyou'll see it when you are in the downtown area. Do you see it? Seeing a piece of Portuguese history in person is something I've always wanted to do. Since this castle is atop the city, it offers some of the best views of this bustling town. You probably just need a couple of hours to tour the grounds.

Praça do Rosário. I just checked in here because every city needs that one random square where…read moreabsolutely nothing happens and yet somehow you still end up there. A couple palm trees, a bench or two, and the ghost of someone's Wi-Fi signal. Blink and you'll miss it.

People's square to be center of gathering!…read more City lights of Lisbon. Rustic and charming. One can be here to admire and lounge!

When Jamie W and I arrived in Lisbon, the first thing we did was take a long walk on the…read morecobblestone streets to Alfama, the city's historic center. This spot was the destination I had in mind as I knew the sunset view from here would provide the ideal introduction to Lisbon for Jamie. Alfama's rustic cityscape is full of red rooftops and whitewashed buildings, which provides ripe Instagram material. As you'd expect, the wide terrace gets crowded during magic hour when selfie-itis reaches epidemic proportions. There's an open-air cafe, but we didn't bother trying it since we realized edible temptations awaited us after our obligatory stop here. The adjacent Miradouro de Santa Luzia is just a few steps below and offers a terrace colonnade where buskers play their music for tips. RELATED - Exploring Lisbon? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/6UdREADBcP

The viewpoint is steps away from the more popular Santa Luzia viewpoint. The big balcony above…read moreAlfama gives you views of the red tiled rooftops. Honestly, you can find this view in many locations around Lisbon so I didn't feel as if it's a must stop.