Square of the Fig Tree
In the heart of Lisbon’s Baixa district, Praça da Figueira represents a historical and social landmark that tells the story of the city’s transformation over the centuries. Before the devastating earthquake of 1755, the area was home to the Hospital de Todos-os-Santos, whose foundations were uncovered during the construction of the current underground parking lot. […]
Town Hall Square
The Praça do Município in Lisbon, located in the Baixa district, represents an emblematic place both for the political and architectural history of the city. This public space is dominated by the neoclassical building of the Lisbon City Hall, an elegant palace designed by the architect Domingues Parente da Silva. The facade of the palace […]
Rua Augusta
Rua Augusta is one of the most iconic and lively streets in Lisbon, as well as a symbol of the city’s rebirth and modernity after the devastating earthquake of 1755. This pedestrian street stretches from Praça do Comércio to Praça do Rossio, crossing the heart of Baixa Pombalina, the neighborhood rebuilt under the guidance of […]
Rossio Square
The Praça do Rossio, officially known as Praça Dom Pedro IV, is one of the most important and lively squares in Lisbon. Located in the heart of the city, this square has played a central role in the social, political, and cultural history of the Portuguese capital for centuries. The history of Praça do Rossio […]
Commerce Square
The Praça do Comércio, located along the banks of the Tagus River in Lisbon, is one of the most emblematic and historically significant squares in Portugal. Also known as Terreiro do Paço, the square is a symbol of rebirth and transformation, marked by crucial events that have shaped the country’s history. Originally, the area where […]
Santa Justa Elevator
The Elevador de Santa Justa, located in the heart of Lisbon, is one of the most fascinating symbols of the Portuguese capital. This urban elevator, designed by engineer Raoul Mesnier du Ponsard and inaugurated in 1902, represents a masterpiece of 19th-century engineering and a splendid example of neo-Gothic architecture. Its construction was an ambitious project […]
Design and Fashion Museum
The Museum of Design and Fashion (MUDE) in Lisbon is a hidden treasure in the heart of the city, a place where design and fashion come together to tell a unique and fascinating story. Inaugurated in 2009, MUDE is housed in the former building of the National Bank of Ultramar, an iconic structure dating back […]
Money Museum
The Money Museum, located in the heart of Lisbon, offers a unique perspective on the economic and social history of Portugal and the world through the evolution of currency. Inaugurated in 2016, the museum is housed inside the ancient Igreja de São Julião, a carefully restored historic building that adds an additional layer of charm […]
Beer Museum
The Beer Museum of Lisbon, inaugurated in 2012, is a celebration of the history of beer and its cultural and social role in Portugal and Portuguese-speaking countries. Located in the heart of the city, in the historic Praça do Comércio, the museum offers a unique experience that combines gastronomy, culture, and a deep immersion into […]
Arch of Rua Augusta
The majestic Arco da Rua Augusta, located at the end of the street of the same name and overlooking the vast Praça do Comércio, is one of the most iconic monuments in Lisbon. This monumental structure is not just a tourist attraction, but a symbol of the resilience and rebirth of the city after the […]
