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LISBONFALL & WINTER GUIDE 2011 – 2012The best places to eat, sleep and playin Lisbon this fall and winterWith more than 50 million reviews and opinions, TripAdvisor makes travelplanning a snap for the 50 million travelers visiting our site each month.Think before you print. And if you do print, print double-sided.
INTRODUCTIONTripAdvisor, the most trusted source for where to eat, sleep and play in thousands of destinations aroundthe world, has collected the best insider tips from its 50 million monthly visitors to produce a uniqueseries of travel guides. In addition to the best hotels, restaurants and attractions for every type of traveler,you’ll get great advice about what to pack, how to get around and where to find the best views. Be sureto check out the guides at www.tripadvisor.com.You’ll find reviews for more than520,000 hotels, 125,000 vacation rentals,155,000 attractions and 715,000 restaurants onTripAdvisor.com. Learn from other travelerswhat to expect before you make your plans.PACKING TIPS1. “Bring an umbrella, just in case.”—TripAdvisor Member, Portugal2. “Wear comfortable shoes! Lisbonis built on seven hills, and theAlfama district is all up and down.”—TripAdvisor Member, Portugal3. “Should you go out at night lookingfor a club” or to a nice dinner, wear “asmart casual outfit. No tennis shoes,and try to avoid jeans and T-shirts.”—TripAdvisor Member, Porto, PortugalInsideLISBONFrom cafés where fado singers draped in black shawls expressthe nation’s deepest sentiments to breathtaking cathedrals andcastles, Lisbon is a city with soul. The neighborhoods of thePortuguese capital, which lies on the north bank of the TagusRiver, pulse with history and modern sophistication.Visit Alfama, one of the oldest quarters in Lisbon, toexperience St. George’s Castle and its sweeping hilltop view.Head down to bustling Baixa, a traditional shopping district orprowl the fashionable Chiado. Spend a family day at Parquedas Nacoes, site of Expo ‘98 and the Oceanarium. BairroAlto, the “high quarter,” lures nightlife lovers with its abundantrestaurants and clubs. Lovely Belem is linked to Portugal’sGolden Age of Discoveries and houses a vibrant CulturalCenter and the Jeronimos Monastery. Exploring the riches ofLisbon is as easy as boarding a tram and slipping away.tripadvisor.com2
TopVIEWSLISBON’S BEST VIEWS“If you want great views of the city, then visitSt. George’s Castle. You get to see mostof the city from the castle, which is highabove the city center, but still close to it.”—TripAdvisor Member, Crewe, EnglandSt. George’s Castle (Castelo de São Jorge),Largo do Chao da FeiraWheretoLocated inside a Gothic-style tower, theSanta Justa Elevator provides “wonderfulviews of the city, particularly the castle andIgreja do Carmo.”—TripAdvisor Member,Avon, Conn.“Visit Parque Eduardo VII during the day.There is a magnificent city view from the topof the park.”—TripAdvisor Member, LisbonEdward VII Park (Parque Eduardo VII), Inthe São Sebastião da Pedreira parishSanta Justa Elevator (Elevador de SantaJusta), Rua Aurea and Rua de Santa JustaPLAYTOP 10 Attractions1. Oceanarium (Oceanario de Lisboa), Esplanada D. Carlos I, Doca dos Olivais,21 891 70026. Alfama District2. Gulbenkian Museum (Museu Calouste Gulbenkian), Avenida de Berna 45a,21 782 30008. Cristo Rei Statue, Suedufer des Tejo3. Cascais, 30 kilometers west of Lisbon4. Belem, 6 kilometers west of the city centre5. Berardo Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Praca do Imperio, 21 361 29137. Tram 28, 21 361 30009. Basilica da Estrela, Largo da Estrela10. St. George’s Castle (Castelo de Sao Jorge), Largo doChao da Feira, 21 887 7244FAMILIES“Children of all ages would enjoy a trip to theOceanarium. The exhibits have informativeexplanations, and the penguins and otterscan be seen diving underwater from thelower level.”—TripAdvisor Member, Estoril,PortugalThe Lisbon Zoo is “a great day out for thefamily. The zoo is a conservation wildlifepark, and there are open enclosures for boththe primates and the lions. A wide range ofanimals, including dolphins and sea lions.”—TripAdvisor Member, Plymouth, U.K.Oceanarium (Oceanario de Lisboa), Parquedas Nacoes, 21 891 7002Lisbon Zoo (Jardim Zoologico de Lisboa),Estrada de Benfica 158-160, Sete Rios 1500,21 723 2900“Walk around Parque das Nacoes, whereExpo ‘98 took place. Normally, there area lot of street shows. It is possible to rentbikes, and you also can find a huge mall” anda science center.—TripAdvisor Member,PortugalParque das Nacoes, Avenida D. Joao II,21 891 9333“A great day out for the family.”ROMANCEThe beautiful Edward VII Park offers theperfect location for a romantic picnic.Edward VII Park (Parque Eduardo VII), Inthe São Sebastião da Pedreira parishTake a day trip to Sintra, a UNESCO WorldHeritage site filled with parks, gardensand charming architecture. “The romanticvillage is a must-see!”—TripAdvisorMember, LisbonSpend a leisurely afternoon surroundedby beautiful fountains and inviting cafes inRossio Square. “Take the time to just sitand soak in the atmosphere!”—TripAdvisorMemberSintraRossio SquareCall an Expedia Travel Specialist now 877 633 3716tripadvisor.com 3
WheretoPLAYBUDGETVisit the Centro Cultural de Belem forcontemporary exhibitions and musicalperformances. The CCB often presents freeor low-cost concerts and family activities.Centro Cultural de Belem (CCB), Praca doImperio, 21 361 2400Built in 1960, to commemorate theachievements of Portuguese explorers, thePadrão dos Descobrimentos monumentfeatures a cortege of thirty-two of themost important figures from Portugal’s Eraof Discoveries. “The views are great, andthere is an elevator which will take you tothe top of the monument to see the viewsof Lisbon.”—TripAdvisor MemberPut on those walking shoes and step intohistory in Alfama, one of the oldest quartersof the city. “We’ve walked up through thewonderful narrow streets of this old partof town and then walked back down afterreaching the St. George castle on top. Not tobe missed!”—TripAdvisor Member, MinnesotaAlfamaPadrão dos Descobrimentos, Santa Mariade Belém, 21 303 1950“ go radical”ADVENTUREDive into local nightlife in Bairro Alto, anarea filled with “fun and lively bars thatwere bursting with people hanging out andpeople-watching.”—TripAdvisor Member,Toronto, OntarioBoredom is not an option at ParqueFlorestal de Monsanto, which has anobstacle course, skate park, rock-climbingwall and about 300 kilometers. of paths forrunning or cycling.Bairro AltoParque Florestal de Monsanto, Estrada doBarcal, Monte das Perdizes, 21 817 0200“Step into Guincho Beach, where it’s windyalmost all year, and go radical: wind surf,surf, bodyboard or kite surf.”—TripAdvisorMember, LisbonGuincho BeachTripAdvisor members have posted morethan 8,000,000 traveler photos on thesite. The good, the bad and the verycandid. It’s almost like being there!EDUCATIONAL/HISTORICAL“An interesting museum that kids reallylike is the Coach Museum in the areaof Belem,” which features “ancient kings’carriages.”—TripAdvisor Member, Lisbon“If you are into ceramics, the National TileMuseum is a must.” The site, originally aconvent, dates to the 1500s.—TripAdvisorMember, LisbonCoach Museum (Museu Nacional dosCoches), Praca Afonso de Albuquerque,21 361 0850National Tile Museum (Museu Nacional doAzulejo), Rua da Madre de Deus 4,21 810 0340“custard pastries hotfrom the oven.”The Jeronimos Monastery is “a must-seein Lisbon. The architecture is absolutelystunning. Additionally, you’ll see the tombsof Vasco da Gama and the poet Camoes.”—TripAdvisor Member, Vancouver, BritishColumbiaJeronimos Monastery/Chapel of St. Jerome(Mosteiro dos Jeronimos), Praca do Imperio,Belem, 21 362 0034RELAXATION“The Museu Calouste Gulbenkian is agem, easily accessible and surrounded bypretty, relaxing grounds.” Combine a visit tothe collection, which “runs the gamut frompaintings to tapestries to furniture,” with apicnic.—TripAdvisor Member, Iowa City,IowaVisit the legendary Pasteis de Belemnear Jeronimos Monastery and savor anafternoon snack of “custard pastries hotfrom the oven.”—TripAdvisor Member,Boston, Mass.Pasteis de Belem, Rua de Belem 84a 92,21 363 7423Get away to Setubal, a beach town 30minutes from Lisbon. “One end facesthe Atlantic coast and the other, theriver Sado. It’s a fantastic place that is nothugely touristy. Mostly locals go there.”—TripAdvisor MemberSetubalCalouste Gulbenkian Museum (MuseuCalouste Gulbenkian), Avenida de Berna 45A,21 782 3000Call an Expedia Travel Specialist now 877 633 3716tripadvisor.com 4
What’stheTOURHow to Get AroundPublic transport is reliable and a goodvalue. Buy a single-day ticket or multi-daypass, which covers the entire network ofbuses, trams, funiculars, the Elevador deSanta Justa and the metro.Book “day trips with Inside Lisbon Tours.They offer tours with a minimum of threepeople and maximum of eight people ina passenger van, rather than a big tourbus. It’s wonderful! Look for brochuresanywhere in the city or tourism booths.”—TripAdvisor Member, New JerseyWHEREtoeat“Tram 28 is one of the best ways toget an overview of the city. Because ofpickpockets, avoid it when it’s too crowded.It’s ideal to board the tram at the line startand have a seat.”—TripAdvisor Member,LisbonWant more information on Lisbon?TripAdvisor.com offers free weekly e-mailupdates filled with new deals, reviewsand articles for Lisbon or any otherdestination you choose.FAMILIES“My wife and 7 year old daughter werepining for some simple fare, and we heardabout a local spot called Bonjardim. Wehad the chicken platter with fries and a saladand not a morsel of anything remained! The 10 cost was a bargain, too!”—TripAdvisorMember, Dallas, TexasBonjardim, Travessa de S. Antao 11,01 342 4389“Sabor Mineiro was delicious and lots offun! We helped ourselves to the buffet, andthen the wait staff started coming roundwith all sorts of ribs, beef fillet, pork andmore. It was fantastic and very good valuefor all that we ate and the quality of themeats.”—TripAdvisor MemberRestaurante A Travessa, Travessa doConvento das Bernardas 12, 21 390 2034“.fantastic and verygood value!”“One of the best restaurants in Lisbon isCasa da Comida. It is in an 18th-centurygarden, with an outdoor patio, deliciousfood and beautiful setting.”—TripAdvisorMember, Cambridge, EnglandCasa da Comida, Travessa de Amoreiras 1,21 388 5376BUDGET“Primavera is my favorite budget dinneranywhere in the world. Delicious, authenticPortuguese food. Huge portions, reasonableprices, friendly service. It ticks all theboxes.”—TripAdvisor MemberPrimavera, Travessa da Espera 34, BairroAlto, 21 342 0477Pizzeria Casanova, Cais da Pedra à Bica doSapato, Loja 7, 21 887 7532Sabor Mineiro Churrascaria, Avenida JoseMalhoa 16D, 21 726 9218ROMANCEFor a special occasion, try A Travessa. “It’slocated in an old convent and is certainlyone of Lisbon’s coziest and most romanticrestaurants.”—TripAdvisor Member, Lisbon“Casanova has a very relaxed atmosphereand the best pizzas one could ever taste! It’svery popular with people of all ages. Greatfor lunch or dinner.”—TripAdvisor Member,Cambridge, England“Restaurant Novamesa is a real find! Thedecor is charming, the service friendlyand the food was absolutely wonderful.We had some of the nicest food I’ve everhad, for a third of the price I would havepaid for something similar back home!”—TripAdvisor Member, Bristol, U.K.“Not only was the food at Mezzalunaabsolutely out of this world, it was theperfect atmosphere for a beautiful, romanticevening. From the food to the interiordecorating to the staff, it was a an eveninglike no other.”—TripAdvisor MemberMezzaluna, Rua da Artilharia Um, 16,21 387 9944“Malmequer Bemmequer is what youwant when you think authentic Portuguesecuisine: traditional food without pretense,at a very reasonable price.”—TripAdvisorMember, Ottawa, OntarioMalmequer Bemmequer, Rua de Sao Miguel23, 21 887 6535Restaurant Novamesa, Rua MarcosPortugal, 21 396 6287Call an Expedia Travel Specialist now 877 633 3716tripadvisor.com5
WHEREtoeatHEALTH-CONSCIOUSCeleiroDieta is a vegetarian supermarketand restaurant chain with locations allover Lisbon. “They are full of all kinds ofvegetarian/natural snacks, burgers andmeals. I’m not a vegetarian, but I shop therebecause the food is so tasty and natural!”—TripAdvisor MemberSit on the shady patio at Terra fora vegetarian feast that incorporatesMediterranean and traditional Portugueseflavors.Terra Restaurante Natural, Rua da Palmeira,Principe Real, 15, 21 342 1407Hit the food court at the Armazens doChiado shopping mall for buffet-stylechoices that feature plenty of salads andfruit. The top-floor location adds city viewsat no extra charge.Armazens do Chiado, food court, top floor,Rua do Carmo, 21 321 0600CeleiroDieta, Multiple locations aroundLisbon“It oozes good taste”HIDDEN GEMS“What a treat Senhora Mae is! Theatmosphere is wonderful, the wines arefairly priced and delicious, the wait staff isunobtrusive but knowledgeable, and thefood is incredible!”—TripAdvisor Member,Sedona, Ariz.Senhora Mae, Largo de Sao Martinho 6,21 887 5599“Porto de Santa Maria, located about25 miles from the city center, overlooksthe ocean. It oozes good taste and offersimpeccable service. It’s wonderful forfish and seafood.”—TripAdvisor Member,PortugalFabulous libations are the focus at CincoLounge, but with all the fresh fruit, thedrinks are almost like a meal. “It’s a greatplace for cocktails and sushi. A real gem inthe city.”—TripAdvisor Member, London,EnglandPorto de Santa Maria, Crismina Beach, 2km. from Guincho Beach, 21 487 9450Cinco Lounge, Rua Ruben A. Leitao 17-A,Principe Real, 21 342 4033SPECIAL EVENTSGet a glimpse into the world of international art during Arte Lisboa,Portugal’s largest contemporary art show. The event includesexhibitions from the world’s top galleries, as well as panel discussionsand programs for children. (November 23 – 27)Join in the New Year’s festivities during Noite Mágica. Theyear’s end celebration at the Torre de Belém features
In addition to the best hotels, restaurants and attractions for every type of traveler, . Praca Afonso de Albuquerque, 21 361 0850 “If you are into ceramics, the National Tile Museum is a must.” The site, originally a convent, dates to the 1500s.—TripAdvisor Member, Lisbon National Tile Museum (Museu Nacional do Azulejo), Rua da Madre de Deus 4, 21 810 0340 The Jeronimos Monastery is .
