There are several gardens and green spaces throughout Lisbon, some better known than others. In most of them, old kiosks are being reopened, serving refreshments and light meals. Also trendy are organic markets and on Saturday morning…Open the full description
There are several gardens and green spaces throughout Lisbon, some better known than others. In most of them, old kiosks are being reopened, serving refreshments and light meals. Also trendy are organic markets and on Saturday mornings is possible, in some of the gardens, find stalls selling these products. On some weekends of the month, there are other fairs, craft or Portuguese food products.
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The main building houses the headquarters of the Foundation and part of the art collection (ancient Egypt, Eastern art, European painting and jewelry). The Modern Art Centre has paintings from Portuguese artists like Almada Negreiros and Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso. Check if there is a performance in the outdoor amphitheater.
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Jardim da Estrela
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A garden from the XIX century, built in the style of the English gardens of romantic inspiration. Back in 1870, an African explorer (Paiva Raposo) offered a lion, which was the main attraction till his death. There is an artificial hill overlooking the river, an underground cave, lakes and cascade.
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Jardim do Torel
Cafes
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It has two entrances: the main one near Lavra Lift (so you can take a ride or just climb up the steep street) and the other one at Telhal Street (close to Liberdade Avenue). There is a playground for kids and a kiosk with esplanade, perfect for the end of the day to watch sunset over Lisbon. You can find soups, salads and some light meals.
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Jardim do Príncipe Real
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This romantic garden was built around 1853 and is organized around a large octagonal lake with a fountain. After visiting Chiado or on the way there, stop at this garden, have a drink at the Refreshments' Kiosk or at the Esplanade. Also last Saturday and Monday of the month, there is the Urban Craft Fair.
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Parque Eduardo VII
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On the top of the park, is hoisted a big Portugal’s flag and a view over Lisbon, that covers Marquês de Pombal and goes through Liberdade Avenue till it reaches the river. There is a cold greenhouse and a warm greenhouse. There is also a Pavilion named after Carlos Lopes (winner of an Olympic marathon), whose outside walls are covered with tiles.
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Jardim da Cerca da Graça
Cafes
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It’s a perfect spot to rest after visiting some attractions that you have nearby, like: Villa Bertha, the viewpoints of Senhora do Monte and Graça. After the rest, you can head down to Martim Moniz, strolling through streets full of old buildings, some recovered.
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Parque Florestal de Monsanto
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Finally the Green Corridor was opened, allowing a walk or a bicycle ride from Parque Eduardo VII to Monsanto. On the way you will pass gardens, viewpoints, kiosks, Skate Park, among others. And then at Monsanto, you can rest and admire the views over the city and river.
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Campo dos Mártires da Pátria
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This space is full of history, over the centuries; it has served as a bullring, flea market (Feira da Ladra) and a vegetable market. Also had a fountain powered by one of the distribution galleries of the Águas Livres Aqueduct.
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Parque José Gomes Ferreira
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At “Esplanada da Mata”, many events take place, such as films, themed parties, yoga, live music, workshops and fairs. Also you can play a board game or read a book from the shelves (bookcrossing being practiced). Meanwhile you can enjoy a currant’s refreshment with rosemary or try a toast in bread from Alentejo (better than airport’s food).
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Moinhos de Santana
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The Mills of Santana (Old Mill and Sant’Ana) were built for the Irish Dominican nuns of the Good Success Convent, in the mid eighteenth, a time when more or less 100 mills that grind the flour, provided the city. Near touristic Belém, however no tourists here, just peace and quiet.
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