Free time

Discover Lisbon

Landmarks, neighbourhoods and experiences within easy reach of the hotel, for the free afternoon on Thursday and any spare moment.

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Belém Must-see

Belém: Jerónimos Monastery & Belém Tower

Lisbon’s UNESCO landmarks from the Age of Discoveries, side by side along the river. Ten minutes from the hotel.

Praça do Império, 1400-206 Lisboa

Tip Queue for a warm pastel de nata at Pastéis de Belém (Rua de Belém 84–92), baking since 1837.

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Alfama Old town

The oldest district in the city: steep lanes, tiled façades and the castle walls high above the Tagus.

Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo, 1100-129 Lisboa

Tip Stop at Miradouro de Santa Luzia for the classic view over the rooftops and the river.

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Graça → Estrela Experience

The yellow tram winds through Graça, Alfama, Baixa and Chiado on its way to Campo de Ourique.

Departs Praça Martim Moniz, 1100-341 Lisboa

Tip Board at Martim Moniz early in the morning to get a seat, and keep an eye on your belongings.

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Alcântara Creative hub

A former industrial complex under the 25 de Abril bridge, now home to studios, shops, restaurants and the Ler Devagar bookshop.

Rua Rodrigues de Faria 103, 1300-501 Lisboa

Tip Five minutes from the hotel. On Sundays the street market takes over.

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Belém Museum

Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology, set in a wave-shaped building and the old Tejo power station on the riverfront.

Av. Brasília, Central Tejo, 1300-598 Lisboa

Tip Walk up onto the roof at sunset. The museum is next door to Sud Hall, our gala venue.

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Chiado Neighbourhood

Elegant squares, theatres and cafés by day, bars and restaurants by night. The heart of the city centre.

Largo do Chiado, 1200-108 Lisboa

Tip Ride the Santa Justa lift and visit the roofless Carmo Convent, left as it stood after the 1755 earthquake.

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