PORTO - BEST EUROPEAN DESTINATION 2014

Porto has just won for the second time in a row, the prize for Best European Destination 2014. From a total of 20 cities, including cities such as Rome or Madrid, the city of Porto stand out for its history, its architecture, culture, gastronomy and discoveries.

In a brief of time, a train can take you to Foz do Douro beaches facing the Atlantic or to Douro Valley with its Port Wine vineyards.

LISBON: EUROPE'S COOLEST CITY

Nightlife in Lisbon... well the main action starts in the Bairro Alto, where more than 250 appealing bars lined up in a web of streets between graffiti-plastered walls, taverns and local restaurants. Near the river, there's also the hip neighborhood around Cais do Sodré railway station.

Although Portugal is largely known for dried cod and taverns, the capital begins to claim for a range of restaurants. Seafood remains "a must", but the trend is for modern, sophisticated and affordable food.
 

But if you are passionate about art, in Lisbon you can find stylish leather goods, bold wine labels, interiors combining vintage with the latest designer pieces and spectacular buildings. Plus, a several of Museum are at your disposal, museums such the Gulbenkian Foundation, the Berardo Museum or the National Museum of Ancient Art.

So, as you can see, there's nothing boring about Lisbon!

 

THE VIEWPOINT OF SANTA LUZIA

 

If the weather permits, go to the viewpoint of Santa Luzia discover the maze of streets that make up the Alfama district and some places like the dome of Santa Engracia, the Church of St. Stephen or the two towers of the church of San Miguel, which glimpsed on the horizon. In the background, always present, the Tagus River.

The viewpoint is a popular haunt for tourists, who feel doubly attracted by the beauty of the sight and the two tile panels, one of Commercio Square before the earthquake, and another showing Christians attacking St. George's Castle in 1147.

THE FUNICULAR OF GLORIA

 

The funiculars of Lavra, Bica and Gloria make part of the transport network of Lisbon, operating since the mid-nineteenth century. Famous for its hills, the funiculars provide the perfect escape to visitors less prepared. The three funiculars (including the Santa Justa's lift) were designed by architect Raoul Mesnier de Ponsard and classified since 2002 as a National Monument.

The Funicular of Gloria, despite not being the most used, provides the most beautiful views over Lisbon, once arrived at their final destination: the Viewpoint of São Pedro de Alcântara. A porch that looms over the city and allows you to view one of the most beautiful sunsets from the capital.

Bike ride along the Tagus River

Take a bicycle ride along the Tagus River, from the city of Lisbon to Belém, and enjoy the fresh breeze and the stunning views!

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Bike ride Essential Lisbon 1 day

Take a bicycle ride through the city of Lisbon, discovering its most striking points of interest: monuments, squares and gardens.

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Bike ride along the Tagus River 1 day

Take a bicycle ride along the Tagus River, from the city of Lisbon to Belém, and enjoy the fresh breeze and the stunning views!

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7 Hills - Bike ride in Lisbon 1 day

Come and meet Lisbon riding an electric bicycle and get to know our wonderful city and its 7 Hills - where the most beautiful places in Lisbon wait for you.

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