Ideas for Lisbon

Lisbon is the only European capital located so close to sandy beaches. Although the waters are not as warm as in the south of the

You will find several cafes (Padarias Pastelarias) along Rua da Graça, our favorites are these three: Saga Breakfast and lunch served all day. Good quality

Bus lines from Graça (Sapadores) #734   to Apolonia train and metro station / Martim Moniz #726   to Pontinha Centro (CALOUSTE GULBENKIAN GALLERY) #797

Casa dos Bicos is an unusual structure built in the early part of the 16th century. It was partly destroyed during the earthquake in 1755,

Fado (fate in Portuguese) is a musical style, which arose during the early 19th century in Lisbon and is believed to have its origins in

Despite being relatively restricted to an Atlantic sustenance, the Portuguese cuisine has many Mediterranean influences. Most of all the Portuguese cuisine is famous for seafood. The influence of Portugal’s former colonial possessions is also notable,

Sé de Lisboa The Lisbon Cathedral, often called simply the Sé, is located in Alfama. The oldest church in the city is worth a visit.

Feira da Ladra is by far the biggest market in Lisbon and is held every Tuesday and Saturday all through the year. It is said

The closest metro (underground) stations to Graça are INTENDENTE and MARTIM MONIZ on the green line. From Intendente you can get to Graça using tram

Museu do Palácio Nacional da Ajuda   Is a big neoclassical structure which is now a museum. It was built at the site of the

Estrela d’Ouro The apartments are located in a small private community in the heart of Graça. Bairro Estrela d’Ouro was originally built for the employees

O Cardoso do Estrela d’Ouro A traditional Portuguese tasca, a small local restaurant at the edge of the Estrela d’Ouro community, only 50 meters from the apartment.

Sintra – Cabo da Roca – Guincho Mafra – Praia da Adraga – Azenhas do Mar Fonte da Telha – Cabo Espichel – Sesimbra Mafra

A) Miradouro da Senhora do Monte is the highest and the most incredible viewpoint in Lisbon and also the closest one to the apartment. A

Portugal is the seventh largest wine producer in the world and has a variety of wines including the famous Port and Madeira. Wine was introduced