Lisbon, benefiting from an influx of funding from the EU, has reemerged on the world stage as a destination for those seeking the cultural experience of Southern Europe. While it still has a patina of wear and retains an air of shabby chic, renovation and new development are mixing the past with the present to create an alluring juxtaposition of hip boutique hotels in old medieval quarters. The magnificent Prascedil;a do Commercial by the river Tejo is the centre of the city and reflects the atmosphere of this historic maritime centre. Heading east, you'll walk through the Alfama with its Moorish past, and up the rising hillside to the dominating presence of the castle of St. George. The pastel houses of the Bairro Alto line up like sunwashed Easter eggs.
There's a terrific panoramic view from the park on Rua de San Pedro that shouldn't be missed. Additional must see visits are to the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, with one of the best art collections in Europe, and to BRacute;lem to see the Cultural Centre, and the Mosteiro dos Jer/acute;nimos, the monastery commemorating Portugal s seagoing superiority. Take the metro D line or a taxi up to the Parque das NaCcedil;oes, home of Expo 98 and now a splendid outdoor vista with shops, restaurants and one of the most stunning Aquariums on earth, the Oceanarium.
The STREETWISE;eg; Lisbon map, including the Lisbon Area map, pulls all of these sites plus hotels, and metro stations together to help you navigate and enjoy your visit to Lisbon. The Lisbon Region map will guide you on day trips west of the city along the beautiful Costa Estoril to Cascais, Estoril and Sintra. And finally, a map of Portugal facilitates further exploration of the beautiful countryside. Our pocket size map of Lisbon is laminated for durability and accordion folding for effortless use.
To enhance your visit to Lisbon, check out the Michelin Green Guide to Portugal which details sites and attractions using the famed Michelin star-rating system so you can prioritise your trip based on your time and interest. For a selection of the best restaurants and hotels, buy the red MICHELIN Guide Main Cities of Europe. For driving or to plan your trip to and from Lisbon, use the Michelin Portugal Road and Tourist Map No. 733.
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Main Lisbon Map 1:8,000
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Central Lisbon North Map 1:8,000
Lisbon Area Map 1:46,000
Lisbon Regional Map 1:340,000
Portugal Map 1:3,000,000
