Discover Lisbon’s 61 best Landmark Hunter spots for your trip

Praça do Comércio

★ 4.7 · 134,939 reviews

Stand in Praça do Comércio, the vast yellow-walled square that opens onto the Tagus. Pass beneath the triumphal arch, stroll the arcades, and watch the river light change toward evening.

Rua Augusta Arch

★ 4.7 · 27,203 reviews

Climb the Rua Augusta Arch, the ornate gateway between Baixa and Praça do Comércio. Study its sculpted figures from below, then head to the top for a panorama of the square, the river and the city centre.

Jerónimos Monastery

★ 4.4 · 63,383 reviews

Explore Jerónimos Monastery, the showpiece of Manueline architecture in Belém. Spend about an hour tracing the carved stonework of the cloisters and stepping into the museum wings.

Monument to the Discoveries

★ 4.6 · 66,511 reviews

Stand at the foot of the Monument to the Discoveries, where Portugal's seafaring story is carved in stone. Spend about 20 minutes circling the sculpted explorers and crossing the vast compass-patterned plaza by the river.

Belém Tower

★ 4.5 · 117,949 reviews

Visit Belém Tower, Lisbon's iconic Manueline fortress on the edge of the Tagus. Climb through its rooms to the rooftop terrace and look out over the estuary.

Castelo de São Jorge

★ 4.5 · 103,776 reviews

Climb to Castelo de São Jorge, the Moorish citadel overlooking Lisbon. Walk the ramparts and palace ruins, visit the archaeological museum and look out across the city.

Sintra, Pena, Regaleira & Cabo Roca & Cascais Coast

★ 4.7 · 24,199 reviews

Ride out of Lisbon for a full day across Sintra's palaces and gardens and the wild Atlantic coast. Walk the old town with a guide, visit Pena and Regaleira per your package, and finish at Cabo da Roca and Cascais.

Miradouro de Santa Luzia

★ 4.6 · 44,054 reviews

Stop at Miradouro de Santa Luzia, a pergola-draped terrace above Alfama. Spend about 45 minutes looking over rooftops, the river, and docked ships with a coffee in hand.

Lisbon Cathedral

★ 4.4 · 36,288 reviews

Visit Lisbon Cathedral, a survivor of repeated earthquakes and rebuilds. Spend about 30 minutes inside examining its mixed architecture, side chapels, and paintings before heading into Alfama.

Rua Augusta

★ 4.6 · 1,384 reviews

Stroll Rua Augusta, the pedestrian spine of Lisbon's Baixa district. Walk its length toward the arch, browsing shops and passing alfresco restaurants as the street builds toward Praça do Comércio.

Miradouro das Portas do Sol

★ 4.7 · 5,730 reviews

Watch the light change over Alfama from Miradouro das Portas do Sol. Spend 45 minutes taking in terracotta rooftops, church domes, and the Tagus at golden hour.

Carmo Archaeological Museum

★ 4.5 · 21,690 reviews

Explore the Carmo Archaeological Museum, set in a Gothic church that lost its roof in the 1755 earthquake. Stand beneath the open arches, then browse the collection inside the ruins.

Miradouro da Graça

★ 4.7 · 13,138 reviews

Climb to Miradouro da Graça for a sweeping look over Alfama and the Tagus. Settle in for half an hour of rooftop views, ideally around sunrise or sunset.

Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara

★ 4.6 · 33,828 reviews

Relax at Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara, a landscaped terrace above the city. Spend 45 minutes enjoying panoramic views, a fountain, and live street music.

Igreja de São Roque

★ 4.6 · 6,501 reviews

Walk into Igreja de São Roque, an early Jesuit church with a plain facade and a lavish interior. Spend half an hour moving from chapel to chapel, admiring the baroque decoration along the single nave.

Our Lady of the Mount Viewpoint

★ 4.8 · 29,545 reviews

Climb to Our Lady of the Mount Viewpoint, Lisbon's highest lookout, tucked beside a small chapel in Graça. Take in the castle, the river and the sea of rooftops from an open terrace.

Basilica of Estrela

★ 4.6 · 7,404 reviews

Step inside the Basilica of Estrela, a domed church crowned by twin bell towers. Admire the marble interior, find Queen Maria I's tomb, then relax in the garden across the street.

São Vicente de Fora

Add São Vicente de Fora to your Lisbon heritage route. Spend around 45 minutes taking in its cultural and architectural interest before moving on to the neighbouring sights.

National Pantheon

★ 4.5 · 12,833 reviews

Step inside Lisbon's National Pantheon, the white-domed baroque church that now honours the nation's heroes. Wander among the tombs, then climb to the terraces for a panoramic look over the rooftops and the river.

Palácio Nacional da Ajuda

★ 4.7 · 11,339 reviews

Wander the gilded halls of Palácio Nacional da Ajuda, once home to Portugal's royal family. Move through grand salons of French-influenced furnishings and decorative arts, often with plenty of space to yourself.

Aqueduto das Águas Livres - view point

★ 4.5 · 4,156 reviews

Walk along the top of Lisbon's Águas Livres Aqueduct, high above the Alcântara Valley. Cross the flat span between the great stone arches and take in views of the city and the valley below.

Miradouro de Santa Catarina

Drop by Miradouro de Santa Catarina for a laid-back view over the city. Spend half an hour soaking up the evening atmosphere in this popular square.

Cais das Colunas

★ 4.7 · 4,970 reviews

Wander down to Cais das Colunas, the columned quay where Praça do Comércio meets the river. Sit on the marble steps and watch the Tagus and the far bank, especially around sunset.

Pink Street

★ 3.7 · 12,017 reviews

Step onto Pink Street, the bright-painted lane at the heart of Cais do Sodré's nightlife. Walk its length, snap the colourful pavement, and soak up the buzz of the surrounding bars once evening arrives.

Restauradores Square

★ 4.6 · 916 reviews

Pause at Restauradores Square, one of Lisbon's largest and most central plazas. Circle the towering obelisk, read the story of 1640 independence it commemorates, and watch the city's traffic and café life flow around you.

Hills Red Tram Tour by Tram 28 Route 24-Hour Ticket

★ 4.1 · 1,000 reviews

Rattle up Lisbon's hills on the Red Tram Tour along the Tram 28 route. Use your 24-hour pass to hop off at Portas do Sol, Estrela or Commerce Square while audio commentary fills in the context.

Church of Saint Dominic

★ 4.6 · 4,290 reviews

Step inside Church of Saint Dominic, where the scars of a fire have been kept on show. Spend 20 minutes walking among blackened pillars and a soft orange barrel ceiling in one of Lisbon's most atmospheric churches.

Casa dos Bicos / José Saramago Foundation

★ 4.5 · 1,847 reviews

Discover Casa dos Bicos, the diamond-fronted house now home to the José Saramago Foundation. See the Roman-era ruins downstairs, then climb up to the author's exhibition.

Tomar, Convent of Christ & Almourol Castle

★ 4.8 · 704 reviews

Trace the Knights Templar on a full-day escape from Lisbon to Tomar and Almourol. You'll explore the Convent of Christ and Santa Maria do Olival, then cross the Tagus by boat to an island castle.

São Bento Palace

★ 4.3 · 685 reviews

Admire the Palácio de São Bento, the neoclassical home of Portugal's parliament. Take in its stone facade from outside, or arrange a group tour in advance to see inside the former monastery.