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National Museum of Ancient Art’s wonderful garden overlooking the Tagus River

Behind one of the most famous museums in Lisbon, the Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, is a wonderful, a bit hidden garden overlooking the Tagus River; there’s also a small self service restaurant.

From this beautiful garden a marvelous view across the Alcântara harbor area to the Tagus can be enjoyed. Open from Wednesday – Sunday 10:00 – 18:00.

It’s really worth the time [...]

April 12th, 2009 | Posted in 25th of April Bridge, Breathtaking views, Cristo Rei statue, Culture, History, Lisbon's lovely light, Maps, Museum, Places to go, Restaurants (cheap), Tejo river | No Comments

Breathtaking views: ferry from Lisbon to Cacilhas, lunch & Cristo Rei statue

Take the ferry from Lisbons’ Cais do Sodré (every 10 minutes) to Cacilhas at the other side of the river Tagus. A boat trip is always fun! (Returnticket 1,20 euro)

Cais do Sodré, boat to Cacilhas (near the railway station)
Cacilhas is a picturesque neighborhood in the banks of the river best known by its Cervejarias (traditional beer [...]

July 10th, 2008 | Posted in 25th of April Bridge, Activities, Breathtaking views, Cristo Rei statue, Ferry river Tejo, Food, History, Lisbon's lovely light, Maps, Restaurants, Seafood, Tejo river, Terrace, Walking around | 6 Comments