Mota Family’s guidebook
Beach
One of the best beaches in Lisbon. Quite a travel but worth comparing to other options.
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Plage de la Figueirinha
One of the best beaches in Lisbon. Quite a travel but worth comparing to other options.
It's recommended as a nice beach if you have a full day for a day trip.
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TROIA BEACH CLUB
Alameda do ZambujeiroIt's recommended as a nice beach if you have a full day for a day trip.
Sesimbra
Bech village
Praia do Guincho
Neighborhoods
It's a nice place to spend a day out. You can visit the beach in Troia then do many things around comporta including eating great fish.
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Comporta
It's a nice place to spend a day out. You can visit the beach in Troia then do many things around comporta including eating great fish.
Sightseeing
Sightseeing and historic village. There are many thing to see in Sintra and it usually requires a day trip and some energy for the most curious.
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Sintra
Sightseeing and historic village. There are many thing to see in Sintra and it usually requires a day trip and some energy for the most curious.
Open 7 days a week, Castelo de S. Jorge is now a place where you can enjoy our heritage and get to know its history. Let yourself be enchanted by the many cultural and recreational activities that this remarkable monument of Lisbon has reserved for you.
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São Jorge kastali
Rua de Santa Cruz do CasteloOpen 7 days a week, Castelo de S. Jorge is now a place where you can enjoy our heritage and get to know its history. Let yourself be enchanted by the many cultural and recreational activities that this remarkable monument of Lisbon has reserved for you.
We lived next to it for years. Lisbon’s aqueduct was built to supply the capital with fresh water from the hills north of the city. Construction was funded by special levies on meat, olive oil and wine. The structure started functioning seven years before the 1755 earthquake – and survived it well. The main span runs some 940 metres and comprises 35 ogival (pointed) arches, the largest rising 64 metres above the ground. From the top, you get stunning views of the city and Monsanto’s luscious trees. Public access and guided tours are the responsibility of Museu da Água.
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Aqueduto das Áquas Livres
We lived next to it for years. Lisbon’s aqueduct was built to supply the capital with fresh water from the hills north of the city. Construction was funded by special levies on meat, olive oil and wine. The structure started functioning seven years before the 1755 earthquake – and survived it well. The main span runs some 940 metres and comprises 35 ogival (pointed) arches, the largest rising 64 metres above the ground. From the top, you get stunning views of the city and Monsanto’s luscious trees. Public access and guided tours are the responsibility of Museu da Água.
Considered by many to be Lisbon’s loveliest church, this convent hasn’t had a roof since it fell in during the 1755 earthquake. A lawn now covers what was once the main nave. At the back, you’ll find the museum Museu Arqueológico do Carmo, a ragbag of finds from around Europe.
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Karmo klaustur
27 Largo do CarmoConsidered by many to be Lisbon’s loveliest church, this convent hasn’t had a roof since it fell in during the 1755 earthquake. A lawn now covers what was once the main nave. At the back, you’ll find the museum Museu Arqueológico do Carmo, a ragbag of finds from around Europe.
Construction began in 1802, but it was interrupted in 1807 when the royal family high-tailed it to Brazil to escape Napoleon’s armies. The palace was never finished and still looks sawn in half. Nevertheless, it served as a royal residence in the late 19th century. Some wings are open as a museum, while others house the Ministry of Culture.
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Þjóðpallurinn í Ajuda
Largo da AjudaConstruction began in 1802, but it was interrupted in 1807 when the royal family high-tailed it to Brazil to escape Napoleon’s armies. The palace was never finished and still looks sawn in half. Nevertheless, it served as a royal residence in the late 19th century. Some wings are open as a museum, while others house the Ministry of Culture.
The tower was built to guard the river entrance into Lisbon’s harbour, following orders from King Dom Manuel (1495-1521), during whose reign Portugal greatly expanded its empire, namely by reaching Brazil and finding a sea route to India. The tower has stonework motifs recalling the Discoveries era, such as twisted rope and the Catholic Crosses of Christ, as well as Lisbon’s patron saint St Vincent and a rhino.
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Belém turninn
Av. BrasíliaThe tower was built to guard the river entrance into Lisbon’s harbour, following orders from King Dom Manuel (1495-1521), during whose reign Portugal greatly expanded its empire, namely by reaching Brazil and finding a sea route to India. The tower has stonework motifs recalling the Discoveries era, such as twisted rope and the Catholic Crosses of Christ, as well as Lisbon’s patron saint St Vincent and a rhino.
Ordered by Manuel I in memory of Infante Dom Henrique of Portugal (Prince Henry the Navigator), this monastery has been a national monument since 1907 and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1983. Built in the 16th century, it was donated at the time to the monks of the Order of Saint Jerome, and in 2016 it became part of the National Pantheon. The monastery’s church (Igreja de Santa Maria de Belém) holds the tombs of Luís de Camões, Vasco da Gama and Sebastião I, whose remains were brought there by Filipe I in an attempt to put an end to the popular belief that Sebastião I would return to save Portugal. But few people actually believe that these remains are those of the Desired King. And let’s not forget: the famous Pastéis de Belém are only 500 metres away from the monastery.
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Hieronymosar klaustur
Ordered by Manuel I in memory of Infante Dom Henrique of Portugal (Prince Henry the Navigator), this monastery has been a national monument since 1907 and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1983. Built in the 16th century, it was donated at the time to the monks of the Order of Saint Jerome, and in 2016 it became part of the National Pantheon. The monastery’s church (Igreja de Santa Maria de Belém) holds the tombs of Luís de Camões, Vasco da Gama and Sebastião I, whose remains were brought there by Filipe I in an attempt to put an end to the popular belief that Sebastião I would return to save Portugal. But few people actually believe that these remains are those of the Desired King. And let’s not forget: the famous Pastéis de Belém are only 500 metres away from the monastery.
Food scene
Nice place were locals go to eat fresh sea food. Only if you don't have enough time to go to Setúbal or Comporta.
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O Palácio
142 Rua Prior do CratoNice place were locals go to eat fresh sea food. Only if you don't have enough time to go to Setúbal or Comporta.
You must have heard of it. But we locals think these custard pies are really special. You'll see many other custard pies in the city but non are good as these ones.
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Pastéis de Belém
84 R. de BelémYou must have heard of it. But we locals think these custard pies are really special. You'll see many other custard pies in the city but non are good as these ones.
African (São-Tomense) and Portuguese food 5 min walk from our apartment. it is closed every Monday.
O Cantinho da Ameixoeira
5 Largo TerreiroAfrican (São-Tomense) and Portuguese food 5 min walk from our apartment. it is closed every Monday.
Best African (São-Tomense) in town. about 20 minutes drive from our apartment.
Restaurante Cantinho da Nonô
nº14 A Rua Mouzinho de AlbuquerqueBest African (São-Tomense) in town. about 20 minutes drive from our apartment.
O Jacinto
2 Av. Ventura Terravery nice for fine dine... not too expensive as well ☺️
Honorato Hamburguers Artesanais Telheiras
18 R. Prof. Francisco GentilVery nice burgers 😋
L Praino
23 Rua Professor Veiga Ferreiravery good for traditional Portuguese food
Night Life
These days, Musicbox has a more eclectic agenda than ever: Baile Tropicante makes you dance to the sounds of cumbia, Noite Príncipe is all about afro-electronica heard in Lisbon’s suburbs and alternative showcases like the Musicbox Heineken Series brings international emerging and established clubbing artists to the city. It’s also known for being one of the clubs that stays open the latest, even when the rest of the bars in Cais do Sodré are already kicking out their last customers
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Musicbox
24 R. Nova do CarvalhoThese days, Musicbox has a more eclectic agenda than ever: Baile Tropicante makes you dance to the sounds of cumbia, Noite Príncipe is all about afro-electronica heard in Lisbon’s suburbs and alternative showcases like the Musicbox Heineken Series brings international emerging and established clubbing artists to the city. It’s also known for being one of the clubs that stays open the latest, even when the rest of the bars in Cais do Sodré are already kicking out their last customers