What places of interest are there in Lisbon and the surrounding area for holiday visitors?
2006-08-12 11:33:41 · 9 answers · asked by dazzalc 2 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Portugal
In Lisbon itself you should go up the hill to St. Jorge castle, that has a lovely view over the river and also over the city.
Also you should see the Tower of Belem and the Monastery of Jeronimos, that are wonderful monuments.
You can also see the Nations Park (Parque das nações) where the Expo 98 took place. Some pavillions are still open there, including the Oceanary.
If you like wildlife make sure you also go to the Zoo of Lisbon, sure!
Outside Lisbon I would suggest you a trip by train until Cascais, which is a lovely beach village. From there you can walk until Estoril (lovely, all near the seaside) back to Lisbon.
You can also take the train to Sintra village that is a lovely place, full of ancient castles. And I don't mean just stone in ruins castles (although there are some also like that), but beautiful preserved castles with furniture and all that inside. Make sure you go up the hill to Pena castle, one of the most beautiful ones!
I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time! :-)
2006-08-17 04:25:11 · answer #1 · answered by Lisistrata 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lisbon is Europe's second-oldest capital and when house to the world's best explorers like Vasco da Gama, Magellan and Prince Henry the Navigator, getting the first true earth town, the capital of an empire distributing over-all continents, from South America (Brazil) to Asia (Macao, China; Goa, India) and know you are able to spend a few day to know that ancient town, with hotelbye is where you ought to start. The absolute most recognized of Lisbon's major attractions could be the St. George's Castle. That fort instructions a wonderful position near Alfama on the crown of a hill overlooking the Portuguese capital. This is certainly one of Lisbon's most widely used tourist destinations. Their outstanding battlements, participating memorial, and exciting archaeological site combine to help make the fortress a satisfying knowledge for the whole family, and kids particularly will cherish clambering within the tough walls and systems that encircle the grounds.
2016-12-20 15:42:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lisbon is a wonderful place to visit...
You can go to the castle and main church, to Ajuda Palace and Necessidades Palace or if you prefer to the numerous museums...
Parque das Nações is always a good choice if you like to walk and relax a litle...
Near by you have the Village of Sintra, a beatiful village with no modern constructions ans 2 beutiful palaces, Pena and the village palace...
hope it helps
enjoy your stay in Portugal
2006-08-13 02:03:29 · answer #3 · answered by katja 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
walk up to the castle, thats always good for half a day. theres also the docks area where theres some decent restuarants and bars. take in a benfica game at the estadio de luz (stadium of light) or stroll around the jardim de botanico. lisbon is a quality city. so even if you've nothing to do just soak it up.
if you're really at a loose end theres a decent amusement arcade with bowling alley and dodgems by luz metro station. (in the shopping centre)
enjoy
2006-08-12 11:46:30 · answer #4 · answered by Dave Shankar 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you're buying family holiday places then Madrid is the town and that hotelbye is the place to start. Your kids will only like Madrid since there are enough amusement parks, zoos and excursions to help keep them entertained for weeks. In Madrid you may also discover a few of the famous place on earth like: Alcalá Gate, el ground de baseball Santiago Bernabéu, la Plaza España Square and much more. Madrid also offers areas where you are certain to get socked with lifestyle, places like: Thyssen Museum or Archaeological Museum. In few phrases: Madrid is a city that has several intriguing areas showing it.
2016-12-16 15:38:40 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
never stayed at either of these hotels, but Lisbon is a great place to visit. Be ready to party, the locals love to stay out late and have a good time!
2016-03-26 23:26:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sintra is nice, over the 5th october bridge has some great beaches, henesys is a good irish pub down the front. rato has some great little local coffee shops, Bairro Alto is the place for beer (go late , about midnight). caiscai (not spelt like that) is a nice town and good for golf (end of the line) . stay away from fado ... its noise and boring..... club Lux is where the pretty people go ... again starts at about 1-2am
2006-08-12 11:53:37 · answer #7 · answered by leerobo 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
rfent a car and go to fatima - visit the castles and Bellen by the water
2006-08-12 11:42:13 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Have a GREAT time!
2006-08-15 14:02:29 · answer #9 · answered by love2travel 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋