Top Things to do in Lisbon District
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What to do and see in Lisbon District, Central Portugal: The Best Scenic Walking Areas
Discover the best top things to do in Lisbon District, Portugal including Parque do Tejo, Waterfront Promenade Belem, Cabo da Roca, Quay Cascais, Vila Sassetti, Circuito do Alqueidao, Cais das Colunas, Palacio Nacional e Jardins de Queluz, 5th of October Square, Escadinhas Damasceno Monteiro.
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1. Parque do Tejo
2. Waterfront Promenade Belem
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Mairwen1
One of the best things about a day trip to Belem is that all the main sights are within easy walking distance of each other and most are linked by this beautiful waterside promenade. Having visited the Jeronimos monastery and church, we walked straight across to the Discoveries Monument, where the promenade starts. It was from this very point that the 15th century explorer, Vasco da Gama set sail for India, returning with news of a new sea trading route and treasures that would ultimately help turn Portugal into a global empire and establish it as a 15th century super-power. We walked from here, alongside the Tagus River, to the Belem Tower. Along the way there is a marina, a couple of restaurants, an unusual lighthouse and the Coutinho monument (a replica of the bi-plane that crossed the South Atlantic almost 100 years ago). Walking back, you look towards the 25 April Bridge and the Discoveries Monument looms large, most of the way. Mostly though it is just a beautiful stretch to walk along and the wide, flat path makes it suitable for small children and pushchairs
3. Cabo da Roca
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,019 reviews
Reviewed By jgoodnow
Cabo da Roca is the westernmost point in Europe and is well worth the trip from wherever you are on the Iberian peninsula. Windy, craggy, magnificent views of of the crashing surf; we could have spent hours here. Sadly, we were on an otherwise fabulous bus tour and only had 40 minutes. Bring lunch and take your time!
4. Quay Cascais
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By amqhamilton - Leeds, United Kingdom
Visited Boxing day 2019, weather really nice for the time of year, this is a beautiful part of Portugal,only 20 miles or so from Lisbon. Well worth a visit.
5. Vila Sassetti
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By GoBlueTeacher - Ann Arbor, United States
We didn't visit the villa itself, but took the footpath that goes through the grounds up to the Pena Palace and loved every step! The footpath is incredibly well designed to get you up the hillside without too much effort and the grounds and landscaping are so beautiful that you're distracted from the climb and reach the top before you know it (less than an hour from the main part of town)! The path was very well marked and easy to follow, and has restrooms and a snack bar along the way! Definitely a wonderful way to avoid the insane car traffic and reach the palace (or Moorish Castle) in a much happier state of mind!
6. Circuito do Alqueidao
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Alqueidão Circuit offers a route through well preserved archaeological, natural landscape and military heritage. It is an outdoor visit circuit, nestled in the Olmeiro Hills, lies 5 km south of the Sobral de Monte Agraço village with foot paths (GR30 / PR1) connecting the Forts of Alqueidão, Machado, Novo and Simplício and the military road. It has directional and bilingual interpretative signage.
7. Cais das Colunas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By Mairwen1
A beautiful spot to watch the sunset across the Tagus River. People gathered around the pier as the last of the day faded and colours of the setting sun spread across the sky. During the day, the pier is fairly nondescript. However it is a part of the magnificent plaza, Praca do Commercio and everything about the plaza is grand. The gleaming triumphal arch is perfectly aligned with the the pier columns so that your eye is immediately drawn to the central statue of King Jose I then to the water and beyond. Historically this is a significant site. The royal palace stood here but both the palace and pier were destroyed by the devastating 1755 Earthquake and tsunami. The earthquake, with a 8.5-9.0 magnitude, opened enormous fissures, up to 15ft wide, and the entire quay, along with the Cais De Pedra, disappeared into the river. 40 minutes later an enormous tsunami wave engulfed the harbour and downtown, sweeping away people, boats and buildings. It's difficult to imagine, when you stand here on a sunny afternoon in such a beautiful area. The pier was eventually rebuilt with marble steps and the two columns that we see today. They are symbolic of the columns from Solomon’s temple, representing wisdom and devotion. For many years, this was the point where state dignitaries and visiting royalty were received. Later, I found some old B&W photos of Queen Elizabeth II’s visit in 1957, showing a fresh, young queen with the classic 1950s circle skirt and teeny weeny wasp waist being escorted up the pier.
8. Palacio Nacional e Jardins de Queluz
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
The palace is one of the most beautiful in Portugal. A beautiful palace located between Lisbon and Sintra. Built in 1747 by the future D. Pedro III, spouse of D. Maria I, the Queluz Palace was initially conceived as a summer residence, becoming a privileged place of rest and entertainment for the royal family, which permanently settled in 1794 until his departure to Brazil in 1807 after the French invasions. Very rich interiors. Inside, there are important art collections that reflect the style of the court from the 17th to the 19th century, in baroque, rococo and neoclassical styles. A place of undeniable beauty and historical value. You can take pictures and film inside. An attraction not much appreciated . We were alone in some parts of the palace. Huge space and wonderful atmosphere. Beautiful gardens that allow a very pleasant walk. Peace and quiet above all, no crowds. A must visit, impressive.
9. 5th of October Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By Mairwen1
This is a wonderfully striking plaza in the centre of Cascais. The best part is the distinctive black and white wavy paving that makes you feel almost dizzy. The plaza is only a 5 min walk from the train station and you’ll find Information Centre here too, making it a is a very good starting point for exploring Cascais on foot. Ribeira Beach is directly opposite the plaza and the citadel is just up the hill above the beach. Most other tourist attractions can be reached within a minute or two from here. The plaza itself has a number of points of interest: * the pastel yellow Our Lady of Navigators Church * O’Neills Irish pub. * the large, bronze statue of King Pedro I, who was known as both Pedro the Just and Pedro the Cruel. Perhaps he was just one of those guys you either loved or hated? * the town hall, a former palace with colourful tiled panels of different saints * free museum inside the town hall that tells the story of Cascais, from fishing village to royal seaside resort to modern times. . If you have extra time, this is worth a visit. * the name of the square commemorates the date in 1910 when the monarchy was abolished and the First Republic of Portugal was established.
10. Escadinhas Damasceno Monteiro
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