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as well as one of the biggest reputations for night-life in all of Europe, some thing is still understated. Unpretentious and casual with come-as-you-are tendencies toward pleasureseeking and relaxation, and simultaneouslyrich with history and filled with stories, the city has plenty to absorb, while offering a reprieve from the frenzied atmosphere of Europe’s more tourist-heavy destinations.

things to do

Offering amazing value and incredible sights, sounds and flavours

This capital city of Europe tends not to feel or behave like one.

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7 Hills7 Amazing views

Fado Museum Walk AlfamaThieves Market Chapitô

Lisbon is made up of 7 hills and, at the top of each, amazing views await. While the hills can be punishing on foot, there are many funiculars (‘ascensors’) and trams con-necting them. The Miradouro de Santa Catarina, known locally as ‘Adamastor,’ provides sweeping views of the river and much character in the diversity of its patrons (the place can seem sketchy, but it’s quite safe and a favourite among locals). The statue “Adamas-tor” in the centre of the square refers to the sea giant that Luis de Camões imagined when writing “The Lusiads”. Another favourite is the Miradouro da Graça, with its café, nestled above the Castelo and Alfama. Easily the most thigh punishing, but one of the best places to see the city is the Miradouro da Senhora do Monte. Tram 28 will get you close to all three. It’s an exhilarating ride and an exciting way to check out the city.

Before hitting one of the many Fado clubs in Bairro Alto or Alfama, a trip to the Museo do Fado e da Guitarra Portuguesa is a good place for a quick study of Fado’s history. It’s well put together audiovisual displays allow the visitor to get lost in the sights and sounds of these bluesy melancholic chants of Portugal. The tour ends in a virtual performance that, with the right kind of eyes and ears, can be very moving. Be sure to check out the ever-changing exhibitions.

Tues - Sun: 10h - 18h (last entrance: 17.30h)

Closed on 1st of January, 1st of May and December 25th.

Price: 5 euro admission; reduced prices for children under 14, and seniors over 65.

Beside the Igreja de São Vincente de Fora materializes one of the best flea markets in Lisbon. Browse through old wristwatches, religious paraphernalia, cheap clothes, second hand vinyl, and un-imaginable arrays of intriguing junk at this entertaining and funky extravaganza. There are also some pretty solid antique shops and stalls.

Every Tuesday morning and Saturday: 08h - 14h

This funky all purpose rendez-vous point occupies the sloping premises of what was built in the 17th century as a women´s prison and that functions today a state funded school for circus entertainers. It lies in the Castelo district and its patio has spectacular views of Lisboa and the river. It is good for drinks, food or just exploring. There are many indoor and outdoor spots in which to make yourself com-fortable as well as live shows. This is a nice place to have a drink after an afternoon in the Castelo neighbourhood.

Costa do Castelo, 1/7 Tuesday to Sunday: 10h - 02h

To check the agenda visit:www.chapito.org

For a snapshot of Lisboa´s Moorish past spend some time navigating the labyrinth like district of Alfama. This neighbourhood spanning from the Castelo to the river was once an upper class Moorish residential neighbourhood. Now it is home to a working class population where Fado was invented and the grilling sardines perfected. The best time to visit is during the Festa de Santo António around the 12th and 13th of June. During this festival the streets explode in pastel coloured streamers and amazingly grilled food.

Belém

No trip to Lisbon can be called a success without a pilgrim-age to Belem. Belem is where the Age of Discovery began. Ships commanded by the likes of Vasco da Gama and Henry the Navigator set their sails here returning with tales of adventure, bloodshed and riches. Discovering a sea route to India Gama helped aide in Portugal´s rise to one of the world´s greatest empires.With the Mosteiro dos Jeróni-mos, Torre de Belem, Centro Cultural de Belem, and many other Museums and open spaces a full day here will not be wasted.

Most museums are closed on Monday.

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Night out in Bairro Alto

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Museum Gulbenkian and Park

Take the long wayCais do Ginjal

After stuffing yourself in one of this districts many restau-rants ranging from traditional to experimental or browsing in original and independent bou-tique shops you should stick around and let loose a little. Whether you want to drown your sorrows at the bottom of a bottle while listening to Fado, catch some Dj´s bump electronically inspired beats, rock in an indie dive bar, cram into what looks like someone´s living room for live African Bra-zilian music, read Saramago to the backdrop of Jazz, pose as a mojito and cairpirinha inspector or just sample a little of everything while drinking on the streets with thousands of other revellers then a night out in Bairro Alto is highly recom-mended. Thursday to Saturday are the most crowded but you will always find people out at night in this area. Cheap beer and no covers guarantee that Lisboa is one of the hottest nightspots of all Europe.

This Museum is a great col-lection of art spanning almost every major period in Western history. They also have some impressive Eastern Art. Of note to all you Art Nou-veau heads is the fantastical collection from designer Rene Lalique. Across the way is the Centro de Arte Moderna, which has Portugal´s best collection of 20th Century Portuguese art. Connecting the two museums is a very nice park that can serve as a refuge from the hustle and bustle that accompanies all major cities.

Wednesday to Sunday 10h - 18hTuesday 14h - 18h Closed on Mondays. Free on Sundays.

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When I cross that river...Head on down to “Cais do Sodre” and catch a ferry to “Cacilhas.” When you arrive head to Cais do Ginjal on foot. As you walk along the river and by the abandoned buildings you will be able to make out the ever changing contours of Lisboa, and see what has to be one of the best views of the city. If you´re hungry eat at one of the rustic, river side restaurants. Try and get one of the tables sitting out over the water. After your belly is full pay 50 cents and take the elevator up to “Almada Velha.” Tip: Have a late lunch and try to catch the sunset...you won’t forget it.

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Bars in Lisbon vary from under-dressed and comfortable, to stylish and urban chic, all of them offering simple pleasures at great values. Designed to give locals a place to meet and mingle, the environment inside these hip, well-stocked wa-tering holes, always provide visitors with an experience of Lisbon that captivates patrons of all backgrounds with great music and spirited energy.

Party Lisbon !!!

OASIS HOSTELSBEST BARS

5 LoungeRua Ruben A. Leitão, 17A

Pensão AmorRua do Alecrim, 19

LoungeRua da Moeda, 1

Maria CaxuxaRua da Barroca, 6/12Bairro Alto

Pavilhão ChinêsRua Dom Pedro V, 89-91

Mixologist and Magician, Dave will keep you guessing with cocktails from another planet. Fruits always fresh, spirits premium and more than 100 concoctions to choose from make this place a relaxed and sofisticated watering hole.

tel.: 21 342 4033

Tuesday to Saturday: 21h - 02h

www.cincolounge.com

With the streets of the Cais do Sodre district painted a playful pink, the array of bars and clubs is topped of by this decadent bar and lounge. Once a well-traveled brothel, Pensao Amor retains its history of de-bauchery, providing pole danc-ing shows as well as an erotic library and bookstore. While a beer will run you four euros, the décor makes it a must visit, even if it’s just for a drink in the plush lounge area. With all the mischievous distractions, Pensao Amor is a well deserved stop if you crave a taste of styl-ish depravity.

tel.: (+351) 213 143 399

Monday to Wednesday: 12h – 02hThursday to Friday: 12h – 04hSaturday: 18h – 04hClosed on Sundays.

facebook.com/pensaoamor

Great place for the first drink and introduction to the Barrio Alto. Trendy place that tends to attract insouciant but laid-back beautiful people. Lots of lounge space to get con-versation going. Music can range from hip hop to soul to electronic. As the night wears on, the street in front of the bar gets as crowed as the bar itself.

Monday to Saturday: 19h - 02h

This was once a Chinese grocery store and still retains the original entrance. While a drink can be a bit expensive it is worth it to check this place out. One of the best decorated bars I have ever seen, EVER! Designed by Luis Pinto Coelho. The walls are lined with polished cabinets and filled with anything and everything collectible. Action figures, model airplanes, hats, African masks, and things I can`t even name. Also famous for its cocktails boasting the best “Singapore Sling”(the menu is worth just looking at) on the Iberian continent.

Sometimes the door is not open and you have to ring the bell.

Everyday: 18h - 02h

This is the accountants(he´s crazy) favorite place to grab a drink and listen to whatever might be playing. Usually a DJ. The music ranges from breakdance 80`s beats, house, electro pop and Indie- Rock to, well just about anything elec-tronic. It is always a gamble and always good.

Tuesday to Sunday: 22h - 04h

www.barlounge.blogspot.com

Pai TiranoTravessa da Laranjeira, 35

Behind a set of stairs in the Bica, this bar is one of Lisboa´s best kept secrets. Good music, good conversa-tion, and good drinks is what this place promises. Inspired by the Portuguese film of the same name. If you have the late night munchies ask for the “Frangalho”(toasted garlic chicken sandwich). Now you just have to find it.

Monday to Saturday: 22h-04h

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Lisbon’s thriving nocturnal party scene, with famous desti-nations like Lux and Kapital as well as smaller more intimate pubs and discos spread throughout the city, makes this European capital a playground for night owls. Keep in mind – drinks are cheap, music is everywhere, and many doors don’t close until morning.

Let’s dance . . .

Rest up – Lisbon’s waiting.

OASIS HOSTELSBEST NIGHTCLUBS

Op ArtDoca de Santo Amaro, 6

LuxAv. Infante D. Henrique, Cais da Pedra, Santa Apolónia

Clube FerroviárioRua de Santa Apolónia, 59

Belém Bar Café (BBC)Avenida de Brasília, Pavihão Poente, Belém

EuropaRua Nova do Carvalho, 18Cais do Sodré

MussuloRua Sousa Martins, 5D Picoas

This small glass box at the “Doca de Santo Amaro” seems quite harmless by day, but like Cinderella it transforms into club when the clock strikes midnight. In the summer, the glass walls disappear and the dancefloor extends to the River Tejo.

Tue/Thu/Sun: 13h - 02hFri/Sat: 13h - 06h

www.opartcafe.com

Lisbon´s answer to the best of European night clubs. Former warehouse on the river with two levels of dance floors and an open air terrace. Resident DJ´s and Big International names lay down an eclectic mix of music. If you arrive after 2am do not be overly drunk, in large groups of guys, or aggressive with door men.

Tue-Sat: 23h - 06h

www.luxfragil.com

In one of the doggiest “looking” neighborhoods in the city sits Lisbon´s late late night spot (afterhour parties starting at 6am). Hip and always fun.

Tues-Sat: 23h - 04h // 06h - 10h

Lisbon´s best African dance Club. Drawing a diverse crowd this club´s DJ´s spin Lusophone Zouk and Luandan Kududuro. Best night is Sat-urday. Come dressed to im-press. No sneakers(trainers).

Mon, Wed-Sat: 23h - 06h

www.discotecamussulo.com

Near the magnetically fashion-able club Lux, you can find this new terrace-flaunting, DJ host-ing venue with two bars that – unlike most clubs in Lisbon – opens early before staying open late. And theme parties every Sunday with concerts, DJs, film exhibitions, and/or brunch provided by the locally beloved and contemporary cafe Magnolia, make this place more than your average club, but a great destination for pre-party cocktails, delicious tapas, and special events.

tel.: (+351) 218 134 656

Monday to Wednesday: 16h - 24hThursday to Friday: 16h - 02hSaturday: 12h - 02hSunday: 12h - 24h

www.clubeferroviarioblog.com

Fashionable place where people go to be seen and see. Not a casual place so put on your best bespokes and your cool face. Music is commercial house, R&B and Hip Hop.

Tuesday to Wednesday: 20h - 02hThur: 20h - 03hFri-Sat: 20h - 05h

www.belembarcafe.com

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night-time districts and imparts an eccentric energy to the viewpoints as well. Bars in Bairro Alto tend to offer free concerts every night of the week, though you never know exactly what you’re going to get; maybe world music, maybe reggae, fado, funk, indie, jazz or soul – there’s no boundaries. No matter what you’re looking for in terms of live music, it can be found in Lisbon, often for little or no money. Of course, summer festivals in Lisbon are some of the cheapest in Europe for line-ups nearly identical to those in other countries.

Live Music blares in Lisbon’s

OASIS HOSTELSLIVE MUSIC

Onda Jazz CaféArco de Jesus, 7Alfama

Tejo BarBeco do Viágrio, 1 Alfama

Galeria Zé dos BoisRua da Barroca, 59Bairro Alto

HotClube de PortugalPraça da Alegria, 39

Santiago AlquimistaRua de Santiago, 19 CCastelo

Music BoxRua Nova do Carvalho, 24Cais do Sodré

Great Jazz venue but also lays hosts to a wide arrange of global music. The com-monality being that whoever plays there is amazing. From Agrican, to Portuguese and Foreign Jazz, if you want a quiet evening listening to live music, this is your place. Check the website for calendar of acts. Also a restaurant.

www.ondajazz.com

Tiny but packed with char-acter. This bar is a host to impromptu live jam sessions. It´s like being in your musicians friends house. Be sure not to clap.

Great small to midsize venue for live music and top quality international bands often play. check websites for upcoming gigs.

www.santiagoalquimista.com

Great place to catch interna-tional and Portuguese Bands and DJ´s nightly. Great video projections and in house VJ´s . check website for upcoming shows.

Wednesday to Saturday

www.musicboxlisboa.com

The kind of place every city needs to be called a city. Experimental Acts, Strange Performances, cultural library and Cheap beer. The last time I was here there was a band playing noise rock accompanied by a guy turning the pages of a comic book he had created. Check website for happening of weird but wonderful shows.

www.zedosbois.org

Newly reopened after Hot Club got too hot and burned to the ground in 2009, Portugal’s very first jazz club, first established in 1948, is welcoming back throngs of patrons thirsty for cool jazz in a white-hot and significant venue. A historical landmark, if you ask us, this place is well worth a visit to see how far jazz has come in Portugal since its first mem-ber, Luis Villas-Boas, initially spread the sounds of jazz on Lisbon radio in late 1945.

tel.: (+351) 213 619 740

Tuesday to Saturday: 22h - 02hConcerts @ 23h and 24:30h .Free Jam Sessions, when no concerts anounced.

www.hotclubedeportugal.org

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The soft, moody melodies and longing in the words sung by one heart-wrenched individual define Lisbon’s brand of fado from its counterpart from Coimbra. Truly belonging to Portugal’s people, these songs of love and loss translate to all listeners in their viciously beautiful and sombre can-dour. Fado is currently experiencing a revival, as younger artists adopt the style of fado in their own way and make it more accessible to the new generation.Many fado houses sell dinner, catering largely to tourists at tourist prices. My advice: The best fado of the night will happen late, so eat at another more authentic (and less expensive) restaurant and come in afterward for a glass or three of wine and some great music, like the locals do.

My heart aches, but I like it!

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A BaiucaRua de São Miguel, 20

A Tasca do ChicoRua Diario de Noticias, 39Bairro Alto

In this small tavern/restaurant there is no stage, no micro-phone, no spotlight, not even candles here. It´s the kind of place where finding a local taxi driver who has just parked his car in the nearby square just long enough to come in and let his lungs loose is not unusual. One of the most intimate and unique fado experiences in Lisbon.

Thur to Mon: 20h-24h // Fado starts at 20h

www.fadovadioabaiuca.com

Free good Fado music on Mondays and Wednesdays in the Barrio Alto. Come early as free means crowded.

Mon and Wed: 21h - 02h

Now a famous Fado house, Mesa de Frades was once the chapel of the small Quinta da Dona Rosa palace, a gift from King Don Joao V to his mistress in the early 18th cen-tury. Nestled in the streets of Lisbon’s historic Alfama district, the establishment hosts some of Lisbon’s most famous fado artists as well as new talent and amateurs. In Portuguese fashion, the inte-rior is whitewashed, warm, and casual. Light-blue tiles from the 17th century pepper the walls, offering a rustic quality that suits the stripped-down simplicity of the menu and the unyielding drama of the music.

Fado starts at 20:30h, admission until 23h.

tel.: (+351) 917 029 436

Always brimming with locals, tourists have yet to descend fully onto this truly authentic casa de Fado. Sharing an ex-posed interior wall with the Cer-ca Velha, one of the oldest and most historic walls in Lisbon. Classic Portuguese dishes are served in between sets of Fado performed by severely talented musicians of local and national renown. Dishes like Bacalhau com Broa (salt cod with cornbread), Vieriras Gratinadas (roasted scallops), and the Bife à Portuguesa (Por-tuguese steak) are served on beautifully hand-painted plates from Alentjero. Due to Pateo de Alfama’s local popularity, arriving after 20h usually means waiting in line, so call ahead or get there early.

tel.: (+351) 218 822 174

Everyday: 20h – 02h

www.pateodealfama.com

With a reputation as Lisbon’s most sophisticated and storied fado house, Senhor Vinho’s traditional Portuguese cuisine has to struggle for attention in the shadow of some of the country’s top fado singers and performers. The dinner menus are largely based on Portu-guese fish and rice, but suc-culent roasted lamb and lamb stew will satisfy more carnivo-rous patrons. Strict rules apply in this traditional fado house, so don’t speak during the show unless you want to be escorted out of the place early. A show with dinner at this renowned venue is certainly a treat, but be prepared to pay the price that comes with the prestige.

tel.: (+351) 213 977 456

Everyday: 19:30h - 02h, show at 21h.

www.srvinho.com

Mesa de FradesRua dos Remédios, 139 Alfama

Páteo de AlfamaRua São João da Praça, 18 Alfama

Senhor VinhoRua do Meio à Lapa, 18

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Of course, your guide book recommends a number of places to experience ‘authentic’ Portuguese style, but none compare to the small unnamed haunts you can find that, while aesthetically bare, offer unadulterated views into the daily lives of Lisbon dwellers. These are places where people go for snacks and drinks in between daily to-dos. Great for relaxing at low prices, these old school tascas, or taverns, offer just what you need and don’t bother dressing it up with touristy gimmicks and pandering.

drink like a Tuga!

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Vai TuRua Bica Duarte Belo, 6-8Bica

Ginjinha das GáveasRuas das Gáveas, 17

Amigo AntónioRua São João da Praça, 76Alfama

Casa da ÍndiaRua do Loreto, 49 Bairro Alto

PirataPraça Restauradores, 15Baixa

A TendinhaPraça D. Pedro IV, 6

A neighborhood bar that hosts everything from sardine fries, to fado nights to din-ner . Cheap beer. Don´t be intimidated upon entering, you might be the only foreigner, but the crowd wont bite and is quite welcoming.

In Bairro Alto, this small but active tavern serves as a popular meeting point for young locals. With super cheap beer and ginjinha at just €1 each, you can toss back a few wihout yet emptying your pockets at this buzzworthy hole-in-the wall locale.

tel.: (+351) 213 468 557

A Portuguese tasco, Amigo Antonio’s authentic atmo-sphere provides more than sweet glasses of Vinho Verde (green wine). Although the place really is nice just to chill at the bar for a cheap beverage, you can grab a bite here as well. There is a small side-room available serving traditional dishes like Arroz de Marisco (seafood rice) and generous servings of Choquin-hos de Coentrada (cuttlefish with coriander). On Fridays their Brazilian style Feijoada is the special and well worth the visit. Located in the winding streets of the Alfama, finding the place is its own challenge – of course, you will be greatly rewarded.

tel.: (+351) 218 866 537

Everyday: 12h - 24h

An absolute local favourite, this always-busy restaurant near Praca do Camoes serves up time-honoured Portuguese recipes, despite its mislead-ing namesake. The food is cheap and similar to what can be found in many restau-rants of this sort, though the quality here is highly praised (the gambas á guilho – garlic prawns – are incredible). Aside from the menu, however, the counter-top bar is a lively place to stop for a beer or sangria while you watch the locals hang out and chat.

tel.: (+351) 213 423 661

Monday to Saturday: 09h – 02h

O Pirata offers a number of quick and tasty snacks, but you cannot avoid the locally popular mixed drinks of red wine and ginginha (cherry liquor). Located in down-town Baixa, near picturesque locations like the Elavador de Santa Justa and the majes-tic Rossio train station, this wine and snack bar makes a refreshing stop during a day of walking the streets of down-town. A small place where you’ll find locals chatting over drinks, sink in for an afternoon of people-watching and leisure before stepping back into the streets.

tel.: (+351) 213 427 869

Monday to Saturday: 11h – 21h

This is a tiny cafe that’s great to stop into for a small, typically Portuguese lunch or snack, but it’s maybe more appreciated for its selection of Portuguese wines, cherry liquors, and cocktails. Confin-ing and dim on the interior, patrons tend to lounge either at the counter-top bar, stand smoking in the doorway, or sit outside in the afternoon. A fine example of the kind of place that locals make a daily visit into, you’ll enjoy the sounds of friends who meet here throughout the day exchang-ing stories over drinks and simply prepared refreshments.

tel.: (+351) 213 468 156

Monday to Friday: 07h – 14h

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The museums of Lisbon encompass centuries of history and span an array of niche interests. Portuguese culture at the fado and tile museums balances out with all the antiquities, the natural history and local as well as international modern / contemporary art exhibits showcased in well-coordinated expositions throughout this culturally rich city. While its easy to get distracted, an effort to soak up some cultural features will be a rewarding experience, and might make you sound smart at the bar later on.

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OASIS HOSTELSMUSEUMS

GulbenkianAvenida de Berna, 45ABairro Azul

Museu Nacional dos CochesPraça Afonso Albuquerque

BerardoModern Art CollectionPraça do Império (CCB)

Museu Nacionalde Arte AntigaRua de Janelas Verdes

Museu do AzulejoRua de Madre de Deus, 4

Museu do FadoLargo Chafariz de Dentro, 1

This museum has a great col-lection of art spanning almost every major period in Western history. They also have some impressive Eastern Art. Of note to all you Art Nouveau heads is the fantastical collectional from designer Rene Lalique. Across the way is the Centro de Arte Moderna, which has Portugal´s best collection of 20th Century Portuguese art. Connecting the two museums is a very nice park that can serve as a refuge from the hustle and bustle that accom-panies all major cities.

Wednesday to Sunday: 10h - 18h Tuesday: 14h -18hClosed on Monday.Free on Sunday.

www.gulbenkian.pt

Ever wonder what Cinderella´s garage would look like if she was a free spending rock star or football god. Now you can. Housed inside an 18th century royal riding hall this museum has 45 horse drawn coaches, elaborate and amazing.

Tuesday to Sunday: 10h -18hFree on Sunday until 14h

Entry fee: 5 euros // Free entry under 15 years old.

www.museudoscoches.pt

This is one of the best museums for Modern Art in Lisbon, and hands down one of our favourites. It´s also always free. The hundreds of pieces range from Picasso and Duchamp to Warhol, Bacon and Local Paula Rego.

Saturday to Thursday: 10h - 19hFriday: 10h - 22h

Free entry.

www.berardomuseum.com

Lisbon´s largest state owned museum. Comprehensive view of Portuguese art from the 12th to 19th centuries. Works include Nuno Goncalves´s masterpiece know as the Panel of St. Vincent. It also has a Bosch Panel and a whole smathering of classical art. Good Cafe and garden.

Tuesday: 10h - 18hWednesday to Sunday: 10h - 18h

Entry fee: 4euros //Free entry under 15 years old.Free for all Sundays until 14h.

www.mnarteantiga-ipmuseus.pt

What´s with all the tiles on the buildings you find yoursel asking to no one in particular. Stop talking out loud and looking crazy and head to this museum for answers. Housed in a former convent, this museum charts Portuguese tile art and its development from the 15th century till the present. This one is definitely worth checking out just for the blue tiled alter inside.

Tuesday: 14h - 18hWednesday to Sunday: 10h - 18h

Entry fee: 4euros Free entry under 15 years oldFree for all Sundays until 14h

www.mnazulejo-ipmuseus.pt

Before hitting one of the many Fado clubs in Bairro Alto or Alfama, a trip to the Museo do Fado e da Guitarra Portuguesa is a good place for a quick study of Fado’s history. It’s well put together audiovisual displays allow the visitor to get lost in the sights and sounds of these bluesy melancholic chants of Portugal. The tour ends in a virtual performance that, with the right kind of eyes and ears, can be very moving. Be sure to check out the ever-changing exhibitions. While the Alfama district is the official home and undisputed birthplace of Fado, many of the venues are quite touristy and can be expensive. For an alternative, try Bairro Alto for some good Fado venues.

Tuesday to Sunday: 10h - 18hClosed on 1st of January, 1st of May and December 25th.

Entry fee: 5 eur

www.museudofado.pt

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Dining in Lisbon can be a downright heavenly experience. Appropriate for any budget, there are innumerable cafes, tascas, and restaurants offering simple traditional fare at shockingly low prices. Sweet pastries, succulent steaks, fresh seafood, and amazing combinations abound. Of course, the possibilities are endless, so explore some of these suggestions, ranging from the bottom-line local favou-rites to the high-end cuisine and chic bistros praised by in-ternational foodies and the Portuguese culinary aristocracy.

eat your heart out in Lisbon,eat Portuguese.

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Príncipe do CalharizCalçada do Combro, 28/ 30Bairro Alto

GaletoAv. da República, 14Saldanha

Confeitaria NacionalPraça da Figueira, 18 B

CabaçasRua Das Gáveas, 8

Beira GareRua 1 de Dezembro, 116

Come to where the chicken is! Traditional Portuguese restaurant specializing in bbq chicken with “Piri-Piri” (Chili sauce), but everything from the grilled octopus, to the garlic prawns are equally fantastic. Oh yeah did we say cheap!

tel.: (+351) 213 420 971

Sunday to Friday: 12h - 15h30 // 19h - 22h30

This place has been preserved in a time capsule since 1967, ideal when you need a late night solution. A long bar wraps around the whole restaurant, giving the restaurant some kind of futuristic vision from the 50s feel. From your bar stool you will be able to do the best of people watching as the clien-tele here changes with every hour. Walls are paneled off with geometric patterned original wood. The food is simple, the experience anything but.

tel.: (+351) 213 544 444?

Everyday until 02h.Opened on holidays.

This is by far Ricardo´s favorite place to eat a steak. This place is very Portuguese and it is best to go early (about 9 pm) Friday and Saturday because it fills up fast. The specialty here is strips of succulent raw meat served on a hot stone with mustard sauces and salt. You cook it yourself. Other things here are also very good (sardines, bacalhau, etc), but if you eat meat you should make this pilgrimage of fat and drizzle a must.

tel.: (+351) 213 463 443

Tuesday to Saturday: 19h - 24h

The Portuguese love their “snacks” (Merendas) and if you want to feel Portuguese for an afternoon or just gain a couple of pounds there is no better place to do it than here. Try the “Bifana” (slow stewed pork sandwich) with lots of mustard and “Piri-Piri.”

tel.: (+351) 213 420 405

Monday to Saturday: 18h - 01h

The capitals oldest pastry shop is the best place to have breakfast like we do, which means lost of sugar and sweet delights.

everyday: 08h - 20h

www.confeitarianacional.com

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FrutalmeidasAvenida de Roma, 45 //Rua Pedro Nunes, 25

Snack on the delicacies of Lisbon for cheap, at this locally revered fruit drink cafe. Order a pasteis de massa tenra and a juice. Satisfy your sweet tooth with their home-made strawberry cake.

tel.: (+351) 217 964 516

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Taberna IdealRua da Esperança, 112 Santos

In Santos, Taberna Ideal recre-ates the feel of an old Lisbon tavern with its cozy and relaxed atmosphere. The cuisine is traditional Portuguese comfort food meant to make you feel cozy and at home, as if the dish were made by the waiter’s grandmother. The menu and the snacks change daily with the freshest ingredients. Their hand-written menus also come complete with suggestions for the perfect wine to compliment your meal. Very reasonably priced and dripping with unrefined charm, Taberna Ideal’s unfettered reputation means reservations, some-times days in advance, are frequently necessary.

tel.: (+351) 213 962 744

Everyday: 19h - 02h

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Bica do SapatoAvenida Infante D. Henrique Armazém B, Cais da Pedra

Trendy and fashionable, this three tiered establishment, once a boat factory, has been where Lisbon’s trend-setters dine over creatively presented gourmet dishes. Within the slick modern-minimalist interior, fusions of Portuguese and Mediterranean fare mix with other European dishes. A more casual and open cafeteria compliments the more formal ambiance of the restaurant. Upstairs, a sushi bar offers ethereal and tasty servings of Japanese food with an amazingly broad view of the river Tejo. The severe level of sophistication and glamor comes at a price, but Lisbon’s modish restaurant is worth it for the aristocratic traveler who wants dine in style.

tel.: (+351) 218 810 320

Everyday: 12h30 - 14h30 //20h - 23h30

www.bicadosapato.com

The DecadenteRua de São Pedro de Alcântara, 81

Being that the restaurant and bar are part of the Indepen-dent Hostel, this place has become a meeting-point for travelers and locals alike. The menu is filled with Portuguese staples and the head chefs focus on using Portuguese produce and ingredients ex-clusively, which means high quality and more authentic flavor. Seasonal cocktails at the barand its terrace give the place a sophistcated style. Sundays have become an event, as they attempt to re-vive patrons from the previous night’s activities by offering a refreshing and lazy Sun-day brunch.

tel.: (+351) 213 461 381

Sunday to Thursday: 20h-24hFriday to Saturday: 20h-02h

www.theindependente.pt

Jardim dos SentidosRua Mae D’ Água, 3

TerraRua da Palmeira, 15

Eat your greens at this res-taurant and therapy center. This vegetarian dinning spot is always crowded because of its value and garden. Grab a massage before or after your Indian/Oriental-inspired cuisine.

tel.: (+351) 213 423 670

Monday to Friday: 12h - 15h // 19h - 23hSaturday: 19h - 23h

Amazing place for getting your fill of veggies. Serves buffet style vegetarian meals made from mostly organic ingridients with many Vegan options. If it´s sunny see if you can get a table in the garden out back.

tel.: (+351) 213 421 408

Monday to Sunday: 12h30 - 15h30 // 19h30 - 22h30

vegetable dreams...

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100 ManeirasRua Teixeira, 35Bairro Alto

A TravessaTravessa do Convento das Bernardas, 12

Where Intimacy, culinary genius and unpretentious service combine for the ultimate dining experience. The tasting menu changes monthly and plates are always inventive and always Portuguese.

tel.: (+351) 210 990 475(+351) 910 307 575

Monday to Saturday: 20h - 02h Kitchen closes at midnight.

Modern Luso-Belgian Cuisine using the best fresh produce to create exquisite meals. The service is exceptional and it´s setting, a 17th century convent, make for an unfor-gettable dinning experience.

tel.: (+351) 213 902 034

Monday to Saturday: 12h30 - 16h // 20h - 24h

something different...

Estrela MorenaR. Imprensa Nacional, 64 B

Tentações de GoaRua São Pedro Mártir, 23

Settle in to this small but cozy restaurant for African Food, with Cabo Verdean Roots. Traditional ingredients and recipes combine to make having dinner here a true multi-cultural experience. Be sure to try the fresh gioba and ricotta dessert.

tel.: (+351) 213 963 909

Monday: 12h30 - 15h30Tuesday to Friday: 12h30 - 15.30 // 19h30 - 22h30 Saturday: 19h30 - 22h30

Cardamom, Saffron, Indian spice, ginger and cummin mix together to take you on a gastronomical journey to the south of India, just like the Portuguese explorers.

tel.: (+351) 218 875 824

Closed on Sunday and holidays.

take a bit out of the colonial past...

To SenseR. Padre Adriano Botelho, 5 Alcântara

A cosy space, in Alcântara, where your senses will come to life. Try their Sangria, a hang-over worth having and with the right kind of palete you might just dicover who you truly are.

Lunch menu_9€:Soup, dish of the day (meat or fish), salade, juice of the day and coffee.There are also 3 special menus, for groups larger than 10 people: 20€ // 25€ // 30€.

tel.: (+351) 213 627 380

Monday to Friday: 12h30 - 15h // 20h30 - 02hSaturday: 20h30 - 02hClosed on Sundays.

tosenserestaurante@hotmail.com

www.restaurantetosense.com

Estrela da BicaTraversa do Cabral, 33Bica

Simple, unpretentious and casual, while at the same time retro-hip, phenomenally delicious and shamefully low-priced, this is one of the best restaurants in Lisbon. The cuisine is healthy Mediter-ranean-style with fusion aspects and, despite only having three traditional items per day on the menu – one meat, one fish, one vegetarian, as well as a number of entradas and small dishes including bruschettas, linguica, and guacamole – and a variety of blissfully sumptuous desserts – this ‘star of Bica’ will have you singing its heavenly praises, without a doubt. Skeptical? Take a look before you dive in, and treat yourself to a coffee or some tapas on the sofa in this amazing bar/restaurant’s beautiful locale in the historic maritime quarter of Bica.

tel.: (+351) 213 473 310

Tue-Sun: 16:30h - 23h

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Senhor PeixeRua da Pimenta, Parque das Nações

Cantinho do MercadoR. Engº Vieira da Silva,Saldanha

Toscano Casa de PastoR. Sacramento à Lapa, 74

RamiroAvenida Almirante Reis, 1H

In the Expo area amid a strip of “so-so” restaurants mainly geared towards tourists lies this gem of seafood. The sign says “Setubal in Lisbon,” and its fish come fresh everyday straight form the port 50km south of the city. Endless Fish options on the menu. Not the cheapest place, but if its fresh fish you after then splurging here is worth it.

tel.: (+351) 218 955 892

Monday, Saturday and Sunday: 12h - 15h30Tuesday to Friday: 19h - 22h30

Located a stone’s throw from the fresh fish market, this place guarantees the fish you are eating was hand picked by the owner in the early morning hours. A simple place were the quality is always good and where as the owner says a “little bit of passion” from the fishing village of Ericeira can be found in Lisbon.

Near the Mercado 31 de Janeiro.

tel.: (+351) 213 544233

Monday to Friday: 12h - 15h

Cash Only.

You really want to get off the beaten path and enter a real Portuguese Tasca, then look no further than this place. The walls are adorned with photos of famous football players, and the plates with great fish at great prices.

tel.: (+351) 213 968 633

Closed on Sundays.

One of the best places in town for shellfish and crustaceans. Right in the center of the city this traditional cervejaria rarely disappoints. About 35euros per person.

tel.: (+351) 218 851 024

Everyday: 9h - 18hClosed on Tuesdays.

something smells fishy... best places to eat fish in Lisbon !

KaffeehausRua Anchieta, 3Chiado

Pois CaféRua São João da Praça, 95Alfama

In Chiado, just beside Lisbon’s famous São Carlos theater, lazy mornings get their best starts at Kaffenhaus. This Viennese cafe in the center of Lisbon serves wonderful and satisfy-ing brunch, as well as provid-ing lunch, dinner, and drinks as the day wears on. Relaxed, minimalist décor with furniture built in Bairro Alto help ease you into the day over drinks and Austrian style treats like the devilish Sachertorte (cake with two layers of chocolate dough and a cover of dark chocolate) and their praised Apfelstrüdel with whipped cream. Later in the day, maybe opt for the breaded pork escalope with potato salad, hearty beef stew, or one of the specials from the chalkboard.

tel.: (+351) 210 956 828

Tuesday to Saturday: 11h - 24hSunday: 11h - 20hClosed on Monday.

This homey cafe is an absolute favourite for an easy and cheap brunch on the weekends and a great stop for a break while ex-ploring the area’s jumbled and winding streets. Serving classic Austrian pastries, snacks, sandwiches, salads and deli-cious desserts, you’ll feel at home in Pois Cafe’s living-room atmosphere. The library in this place is open to the public and book-exchanges are encouraged, so – be a literary swinger – come with one book and leave with another, but not before relaxing for a while on the sofa. Do yourself a favour and get the marbled Gugelhupf – you won’t be disappointed.

tel.: (+351) 218 862 497

Tuesday to Sunday: 11h - 20hClosed on Monday.

www.poiscafe.com

brunch...

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Lisbon considers itself a “gay friendly city”, but centuries of Catholic dominance still make public sentiment quite conservative. While public opinion is changing for the better, you still don´t see many public displays of affection outside of a couple of neighborhoods. The most gay-friendly neighborhoods, are the Chiado, Principe Real, Bairro Alto and Santa Catarina.

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TrumpsRua Impresa Nacional, 104B

Portas LargasRua da Atalaia, 103/ 105

PurexRua das Salgadeiras, 28

FrágilRua da Atalaia, 126

FinalmenteRua da Palmeira, 38

Maria LisboaRua das Fontaínhas, 86

2 Dance Floors, 3 Bars, pop music and young crowds. 27years and still going! Hetero Friendly.

tel.: (+351) 213 971 059

Friday to Saturday: 23h45 - 06h

Entry fee: 10€

www.trumps.pt

In the confines of a typical Portuguese tavern you will find a popular place for flirting in the Bairro Alto.

tel.: (+351) 213 466 379

Everyday: 08h - 03h30

Great mixed and party girl meeting point in the Bairro Alto.

tel.: (+351) 213 421 942

Everyday: 23h - 04h

Good dance club, grandfather of the scene. A great option if you want to keep partying in the Bairro Alto after thing start to wind down(for gay and straight).

tel.: (+351) 213 469 578

Wednesday to Saturday: 23h30 - 04h

www.fragil.com.pt

Kitch drag queen shows beginning around 3am. After the show its dancing and cruising.

tel.: (+351) 213 469 158

Everyday: 22h - 05h

A big club with plenty of women in Alcantara One of the most fun larger clubs in town.

tel.: (+351) 213 622 560

Friday to Saturday: 23h - 06h

www.marialisboadiscoteca.blogspot.com

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Queen of Hearts

Rua Luiza Todi, 12 - 14Bairro Altotel.: (+351) 213 423 732www.myspace.com/queen_of_hearts_tattoos

Triparte

Rua da Prata, 88 Baixa / Chiadotel.: (+351) 218 862 994www.triparte-tattoo.com

El Diablo

Largo Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro, 30ABaixa / Chiadotel.: (+351) 213 476 126www.myspace.com/eldia-blotattooclub

La Diabla

Avenida Duque de Loulé, 66Liberdadetel.: (+351) 213 539 454www.ladiablatattoo.com

Atomic Tattoo

Rua Conceicao da Glória, 46, 1D Liberdadetel.: (+351) 213 433 832www.myspace.com/atomic-tattoostudio

Bad Bones

Rua do Norte, 85Bairro Altotel.: (+351) 213 460 888www.bad-bones.com

Inkdelight

Rua da Oliveira ao Carmo, Escadinhas do Oliveira, 3Baixa / Chiadotel.: (+351) 961 412 005

Estudio Edith

Rua da Venezuela, 41ABenficatel.: (+351) 217 156 442www.odeith.com

Lisboa Ink

Rua do Telhal, 8CLiberdadetel.: (+351) 213 462 181www.myspace.com/lisboaink

Personal consumption is no longer a criminal offense in Portugal. “Personal consumption” is defined by quantity. The law rather vaguely states that you can have in your possession enough for personal use for a few days. If you decide you need to carrying anything on you the best best is to have a little as possible.

DO NOT buy drugs from anyone that approaches you on the streets, especially in the Baixa and Bairro Alto areas. Again, to be completely safe you should avoid the use of drugs all together while visiting our beautiful Portuguese city.

While we here at Only With Locals do not condone the use of drugs while visiting the Portuguese capital, we do know drugs exists, and believe a little information can go along way to having a safe visit. Drug consumption in Portugal is discrete, and if you are going to “light up” or anything else make sure you follow this etiquette. Never “smoke” indoors or at bars or clubs.

This is a list of places where you can get clean and quality tattoo work done. Each one is different and the best option is to drop by a few and speak with artists and check out their work.

TATTOOS & DRUGS

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Jardim França BorgesPraça Príncipe Real

Jardim da GulbenkianAvenida de Berna, 45APraça de Espanha

Jardim de S. Pedrode AlcântaraR. S. Pedro de Alcântara

Jardim da EstrelaPraça da Estrela

This is one of the best small parks in Lisbon. The highlight is a 100 year old tree whoose branches have grown out horizontally to shade the park. A playground, outdoor cafe, and kiosk make this place a park you should not miss. If you´re lucky you´ll catch retir-ees playing heated games of Portugese bridge.

Everyday.

Free.

Great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, or just to lay in the grass and make out. A large lake and streams run thoughout this park that sits between 2 museums. Coy fish, bamboo shrowded trails and modern art make this place a special day out.

Everyday.

Free.

Split level viewing point near the Bairro Alto. The top level is adorned with a fountain, cafe, and benches. The bottom level has a beautiful cut out lawn in typical imperial Lisbon style. Also a calming grotto with running water. During the day a picture of calm and at night the cafe on the plaza plays audible but not loud electronic music.

Everyday.

Free.

With the Basilica da Estrella in the background, this is a perfect place to take a book and enjoy the day among the trees and grass. Plenty of space for the kids to play and small enough to keep an eye on them. In the summer they have lots of live music, fairs and outdoor movie cycles.

Everyday: 07h - 24h

Free.

The Grass is always greener in Lisbon. When the sun is out and the birds are singing there is no better place than the Portuguese capital to spend a day outside. Below is a list of some of our favorite parks.

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Even though Portugal is a small country we have a tremen-dous love for all things football. From Cristiano Ronaldo to Jose Mourinho Portugal hold its own among football´s elite.

Going to a game in Lisboa can be lots of fun especially since you have 2 (Sporting Club de Portugal and Benfica) of the big three “big teams” in this city.

‘Benfica’Sport Lisboa e Benfica

‘Sporting’Sporting Club de Portugal

‘Belenenses’Os Belenenses

The “Cathedral” (Stadium of Light) should not be missed by Footbal lovers. Recently crowned Portuguese Champions, Benfica has more members than any other team. Arrive early and grab some terribly unhealthy food and cold beer at a food cart, keeping an eye out for Portuguese legend Eusebio, known to attend. Be smart and take the metro (Alto dos Moínhos) as parking can be a nightmare.

Estádio de LuzAv. General Norton de Matos

tel.: (+351) 217 219 500 box office

National League: 12eur - 45eurEuropean Matches: 15eur - 55eur

You can get tickets from machines at the stadium that take credit cards.They also sell online for a fee from the website.

www.slbenfica.pt

Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Figo, Ricardo Quaresma, Nani, and many other big Portuguese names got their start at this Club and its world-famous youth development school. The stadium, designed by Portuguese architect Tómas Taveira, has been dubbed “the bathroom” by Benfica fans because of its external tiling. Don´t call it that infront of any “Lion” supporter though.

Estádio José de AlvaladeRua Fernando da Fonseca

tel.: (+351) 217516000

National League: 10eur - 55eurEuropean Games: 25eur - 65eur

You can buy tickets online from their website.

Metro: Campo Grande (leaves you at the entrance to the stadium)

www.sporting.pt

This is Brunos favorite team, but the last time this team won the league was in 1946. Tickets are cheap, pride is high from local supporters and the Sta-dium has a great view out over the river Tejo. Atmosphere is freindly and good for the whole family.

Estadio do Restelo,Avenida do Restelo, Belém

tel.: (+351) 213 017 881

You have to buy tickets at the stadium grounds, they do not sell online.

Tickets price: 7euros - 15euros

www.osbelenenses.pt

“Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I assure you, it is much more important than that.”

-our accountant

FOOTBALL

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Public Transportation Emergency Medical

Train Stations in Lisbon all specialize in certain service routes. To find the information you need, visit the website that encompasses all of them at www.cp.pt. Cais do Sodré is Lisbon’s major metro, bus, ferry, and train terminal. Belem, Cascais, and Estoril are all accessed by trains from this station. Also from this station, the 101 Bus line will take you to the Christo-Rei (Monument to Christ). Lisbon’s Oriente Station is a major hub for metro, trains and buses. Rossio Station is located in the city centre and services the suburbs as well as Sintra. Finally, Santa Apolonia Station receives and dispatches most international lines.

Lisbon International Airport has a number of transfer services to get you to and from your location in the city. Taxis are cheap and fast, generally around 12 euros to and from the city centre, and a 20 minutes’ ride – be aware an extra 1.50 euros is added to transport luggage. The Aero Bus charges 3.50 euros, fixed price, for airport transfers and takes roughly 40 minutes.

The Lisbon Intl. Airport’s website has all the information you’ll need.

POLICE

The Lisbon Central Police provide help and information to tourists at their location in Esquadra de Turismo, Palácio Foz, Praça dos Restauradores. By phone, you can reach them at (+351) 213 421 634.

MUNICIPAL POLICE

Tel: (+351)217825200

TRAFFIC POLICE

tel.: (+351)213922300

FIRE

tel: (+351) 213 422 222 or tel.: (+351) 213 906 060

Local Buses and Trams (as well as elevators and funiculars) are run by Carris.

Information on routes and running-times can be found on their website at www.carris.pt

Local Metro in Lisbon is easy to navigate. To get you started, visit www.metrolisboa.ptto get an overview of maps and ticket prices.

National Trains are coordi-nated by Rede Expressos. To plan your next stop, check out www.rede-expressos.pt .

Taxis can be chartered from nearly any location in the city, and are generally well-priced. To hire a taxi, call tel.: (+351) 218 111 100

PHARMACIES

Generally speaking, phar-macies’ business hours are 09h-13h and 15h-19h. Some, however are open all night, and others close at 22h. Each pharmacy has a window sign showing the nearest localeof pharmacies with extended hours.

To find a pharmacy without all the fun of exploring, call (+351) 800 202 134.

HOSPITALS

Curry Cabral tel.: (+351) 217 924 200

Egas Moniz tel.: (+351) 213 650 000

The Grass is always greener in Lisbon. When the sun is out and the birds are singing there is no better place than the Portuguese capital to spend a day outside. Below is a list of some of our favorite parks.

Useful numbers & emergency numbers

Survival guide

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