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Castelo de São Jorge
- heritage
Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo
1100-129, Lisboa
São Jorge Castle was the birthplace of Lisbon. Situated 111 meters above the waters of the Tagus, the castle and walls underwent successive adaptations over the centuries. The current appearance is that of a medieval building, with 10 square-shaped towers, where the ruins of the Royal Palace still remain. It is a pleasant space to stroll around, and for this purpose, you can choose either the gardens, which date back to 1942 and where geese and ducks roam, or the narrow alleys of the tiny neighborhood of Santa Cruz, located within the castle walls. Visitors can also climb the towers …
Torre de Belém
- heritage
Avenida Brasília
1400-038, Lisboa
This work, a symbol of Portuguese expansion, is one of Lisbon's ex-libris. The exterior is decorated with carved stones and the Gothic hall is an austere space that was a weapons warehouse and prison. The tower's private premises are worth a visit for the Renaissance arcade and the panorama that can be seen from there.
Sé de Lisboa
- heritage
Largo da Sé, 1
1100-585, Lisboa
It is a mixture of architectural styles, the result of the amount of times it has been restored. You can visit the Gothic cloister and the treasury, with a very varied collection of silver objects, ecclesiastical vestments, images, manuscripts and relics related to São Vicente. On the outside, the façade stands out, with a porch and portal with four primitive Romanesque archivolts.
Zoo de Lagos
- leisure
Medronhal - Quinta Figueiras
8600-013, Lagos
The Lagos Zoological Park is a unique place where conservation, education and the protection of nature are privileged. It has three hectares, where you can see several species housed there. The space also has abundant vegetation, with numerous exotic and endemic species. Highlight for a small farm, where you can find many species of domestic animals, as well as some typical plants, and for a small beach/pool where you can swim with the penguins, just with a glass in between.
Zoomarine
- leisure
EN125, km 65
8201-864, Albufeira
Oceanographic entertainment park with shows of dolphins, seals, sea lions, among other species. It has a space, the "Oceanus", which includes an auditorium, an exhibition of sharks, dolphins and whales, a gallery with numerous small aquariums and even a giant aquarium inhabited by sharks. There are also several lakes and gardens, as well as swimming pools and entertainment spaces. There is also a marine biology research center.
Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara
- country
- leisure
Rua de São Pedro de Alcântara
1200-470, Lisboa
Located in the Jardim de São Pedro de Alcântara, the view over the city is magnificent. From here you can reach the walls of the Castle of São Jorge, Baixa, Mouraria, Alfama, as far as the Church of Penha de França. There is a tiled map that helps to understand the view.
Miradouro da Graça / Miradouro Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen
- country
- leisure
Largo da Graça
1199-019, Lisboa
Viewpoint located on Santo André hill, close to Castelo hill, where the view over Lisbon can be enjoyed in the shade of stone pines. Located next to the Church of Nossa Senhora da Graça, it also has a pleasant terrace.
Parque Eduardo VII
- country
- leisure
Parque Eduardo VII
1070, Lisboa
A park with 26 hectares, located at the top of Avenida da Liberdade. Its current configuration is by Keil do Amaral (1945). It has a central strip covered with grass, flanked by a sidewalk in Portuguese pavement. Here you can also find various sculptures, a viewpoint, esplanade and a lake. Also noteworthy is the Estufa Fria, with a great diversity of plants from various parts of the world. There is also the Carlos Lopes Pavilion, used for conferences and concerts.
KidZania Portugal
- leisure
Avenida Cruzeiro Seixas, 7 - Dolce Vita Tejo
2650-504, Amadora
This theme park welcomes children from 3 to 15 years old and their families. It is a city built in small size, but almost real, with more than 60 different professions that take place in replicas of: airport, stadium, theater, shops, police station, fire department, automobile circuit, press, television studio and many others. All activities have the dual mission of educating and entertaining. In addition to being closely monitored by qualified animators, the city also has an RFID location system for children and adults. It is also the ideal place for birthday parties or school visits.
Parque Botânico do Castelo
- country
- leisure
Estr. Penedo 353
4415-616, Crestuma
Located in Crestuma, very close to the dam, this green refuge was born in 2009, as a result of the restoration of an old farmhouse abandoned by the municipality. Overlooking the Douro River, it rises between terraces, offering fantastic views and pleasant walking routes. There, it is possible to observe the native vegetation, namely species such as ash, cork oaks, oaks and strawberry trees, as well as archaeological remains.