LISBON ATTRACTIONS
Museums Focused on Science, Art & History
Quake – Lisbon Earthquake Museum
An immersive museum dedicated to the 1755 Lisbon earthquake, offering a 90-minute multimedia experience that includes an earthquake simulator, historical reconstructions, and scientific insights into seismic events.
Location
Rua Cais da Alfândega Velha, 39, Belém
Access
Tram 15E or 18E to Belém, Train to Belém station, or by bus
Extra
50% discount for delegates (more info will follow)
Oceanário de Lisboa
The “Oceanário de Lisboa” is a world-renowned public aquarium. It is one of the largest aquariums in Europe, featuring over 15,000 marine creatures from 500 species!
Location
Esplanada Dom Carlos I (Parque das Nações)
Access
Metro Oriente
Outdoor & Nature Activities
Parque Tejo
Modern riverside park with open spaces, footbridges, and views of the Vasco da Gama Bridge. Great for a short escape.
Access
Bus or walk north from Oriente
Cascais Coastal Walk
Seaside cliffs and beaches from Cascais to Guincho.
Combine with swimming or a seafood meal.
Access
Train from Cais do Sodré to Cascais
Carcavelos Beach (Praia de Carcavelos)
A popular beach known for its great extension, golden sands and excellent surfing conditions, attracting both locals and tourists year-round. The beach has various facilities, including surf schools, restaurants, and bars.
Access
Train from Cais do Sodré to Carcavelos (approx. 26 minutes), followed by a 10-minute walk to the beach
City Sightseeing
Alfama & São Jorge Castle
Wander through Lisbon’s oldest district with narrow streets, tiled façades, and stunning viewpoints. Visit the historic castle for panoramic views.
Access
Tram 28 or walk from Baixa
Baixa & Praça do Comércio
The heart of downtown Lisbon, with grand 18th-century architecture, shops, and river views. Don’t miss the Arco da Rua Augusta for a rooftop lookout.
Access
Metro Baixa-Chiado or Terreiro do Paço
Chiado & Bairro Alto
A cultural hub with historic cafés, bookstores, and theatres. Visit the Carmo Convent ruins, a haunting symbol of the 1755 earthquake, and the Largo do Carmo (Carmo Square) where the 1974 Carnation Revolution reached a turning point.
Access
Metro Baixa-Chiado or via Elevador de Santa Justa and Glória/Bica funiculars
Belém
Home to Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, MAAT, and the famous pastries “Pastéis de Belém”. A pleasant riverside promenade and gardens for relaxing walks.
Access
Tram 15E or train to Belém
Viewpoints (Miradouros)
- Miradouro da Senhora do Monte – widest panoramic view, overlooking the city, the river, the 25 de Abril bridge and southern bank.
- Miradouro de Santa Catarina – near Bairro Alto, great at sunset, overlooking the river and the southern bank
- Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara – scenic spot above Avenida da Liberdade and Sao Jorge Castle
Access
Walk or Tram 28
