Located on the southern end of Avenida da Liberdade, right above the train station of Rossio, the Praça dos Restauradores is one of the most bustling areas of Lisbon and the place where you can admire the newly renovated Eden Orion, once a theater and a hotel today maintaining the original historical facade.
The Obelisk and the sculpture that commemorates the restoration of independence of Portugal from Spain are two of the icons of the square, but the strong point is the architecture that can be seen in buildings like the Palacio Foz, the Hotel Eden Orion, the small bandstand, the Avenue Palace Hotel, and many others.
Lisbon – Avenida da Liberdade
In this amazing avenue, one of the “crown jewels” of the capital of Portugal, you can find shops, hotels, some of the best cafes, theaters, universities and many other points of interest. It is a vein that is the living link between the Marquês de Pombal Square and downtown Lisbon.
This is probably the most important avenue of Lisbon and is also the point of election of offices, centennial trees, international fashion stores and thousands and thousands of workers who pass by there every day.
Look carefully around you and notice the old shops of tailors that fuse with shops of internationally known brands as Calvin Klein, Timberland, Massimo Dutti, Armani, Burberrys and Adolfo Dominguez. Walk the Avenida da Liberdade was, at times, synonymous of elegance and style!
If you want to take a meal or just a coffee, make a stop in one of the terraces that offer a local and very relaxing environment.
Lisbon – Praça Marques de Pombal
The Praça Marquês de Pombal is among the Eduardo VII Park and the Avenida da Liberdade. In the center of the roundabout is the magnificent statue in honor of the Marquês of Pombal, the “architect” of the reconstruction of Lisbon after the terrible earthquake of 1755. This work represents the Marquês at the top, with the hand in a lion and looking at his masterpiece, the downtown Lisbon.
This monument includes references to the reforms introduced by the Marquês in various areas such as education, politics and agriculture and the moment that changed his life – the 1755 earthquake, represented by stones falling and the waves simulate the flooding of the city.
Lisbon – Parque Eduardo VII
This amazing park, icon of the city of Lisbon, is located in the north end of Avenida da Liberdade, just behind the Marquês of Pombal Square. Originally called the Parque da Liberdade, its name was changed with the visit of the King of England who came to Lisbon in 1903 to reaffirm the Anglo-Portuguese alliance, being called Parque Eduardo VII in honor of the English king. Holding excellent views over the city, is often the scene of exhibitions, concerts and the Annual Book Fair. The cold greenhouse is a true green museum, where plants and flowers from around the world grow harmoniously in a complex that regulates the air temperature and intensity of light. It was inaugurated in 1930 and provides those who visit it peace of mind and a purification of the senses in a wonderful setting with ponds, small fountains and statues.
In this area you can find three different zones, the original stove, the hot stove and oven fresh. The first is very diverse and has beautiful vegetation, together with the building in which it is inserted, it offers magnificent scenery. The hot stove with its glass cover shows species that need a warmer atmosphere to survive, and greenhouse sweet, is home to several species of cactus!
Lisbon – Elevador de Santa Justa
This lift was designed by an apprentice of Gustave Eiffel and makes the connection of Bairro Alto to Baixa.
Opened its doors in 1902 and in 1907 began working with electric power, presenting itself as the only vertical elevator in Lisbon to provide a public service. Built with cast iron and decorated with filigree work, the lift travels a distance of 45 meters and can take up to 45 people at each of its two cabins. Presents a romantic design neogótico and is one of the mandatory stops to visit in the city of Lisbon.
Lisbon – Elevador da Glória
This elevator is one of the few lifts that survive in Lisbon and is located downtown, more precisely in the Restauradores Square. The connection is made between this square and the famous Bairro Alto in a total of 265 meters up and down.
When exiting the elevator, located on the right side is the viewpoint fo S. Pedro de Alcantara, which provides excellent views over the heart of Lisbon and the impressive Castle of São Jorge. Across the street, in Rua de S. Pedro de Alcantara, n. 39-49, is the Instituto do Vinho do Porto, where you can taste and buy a variety of the most famous wine of Portugal.
The lift opened in 1885 and since then, two elevators have done the route in both directions, carrying tourists and residents on a journey that, while not offering a spectacular landscape, remains unique and very pleasant!
Operates every day between 07.00 and 00.55
Lisbon – Map of the metro stations.
Although the centre of Lisbon is not as large or complicated as in other European capital cities such as France or London, it can nevertheless be a good idea to get acquainted with its lines and stations before you leave on a trip to the city. That is why you can find a printable metro map below, in order to make your holiday with us even more relaxing:
