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15 Best Photos of Lisbon that invite you to travel to Portugal

Panoramic views of Lisbon from St. George's Castle
Panoramic views of Lisbon from St. George's Castle
Best photos of Lisbon, with images of the most beautiful and interesting corners and monuments of the capital of Portugal

Still you not know Lisbon? It is undoubtedly about one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, which benefits from its splendid location in the estuary of the tagus river.

At the outset I will tell you that in your Lisbon visit You will have the opportunity to go up to various viewpoints that will offer you beautiful panoramic views of the city, which is the best way to appreciate the skyline and the characteristics of a city's landscape.

Then, during your visit you will walk through populous neighborhoods that contain corners that, above all, have great charm and very diverse characteristics.

From what is known as the Low, the most cosmopolitan area of ​​the city, to more popular neighborhoods such as Alfama, Chiado y Barrio Alto.

In my last trip to Lisbon, contrary to what one might think taking into account the economic crisis that is still suffering Portugal I have been able to confirm that the city is more beautiful and cared for than ever.

I was also fortunate to enjoy some very bright days that highlighted the great color of its streets and buildings.

Best Photos of Lisbon

In advance of your tourist trip, here you have a selection with the best photos of Lisbon which includes images of notable corners and monuments of the Portuguese capital, and which you will surely see as an invitation to visit it.

St. George's Castle in Lisbon
St. George's Castle in Lisbon

Go up to Saint George's Castle It should be one of the objectives of your visit to Lisbon.

From this historic fortification you will have the best panoramic views of the Portuguese capital and the Tagus River Estuary.

Views from St. George's Castle in Lisbon
Views from St. George's Castle in Lisbon

From the walls of St. George's castle you can see corners of the neighborhood Low such as the Santa Justa Elevator or the Carmo church.

Lisbon Cathedral
Lisbon Cathedral

La cathedral from the 12th century is one of the main monuments that you can visit on your trip to Lisbon.

Santa Justa Elevator in Lisbon
Santa Justa Elevator in Lisbon

Go up to the viewpoint Santa Justa Elevator It is one of the experiences to live during your visit to Lisbon.

Santa Gloria Elevator in Lisbon
Santa Gloria Elevator in Lisbon

The peculiar tram known as Santa Gloria Elevator takes you up Barrio Alto of Lisbon.

Rossio Square in Lisbon
Rossio Square in Lisbon

La Rossio square It is one of the main axes of the city center of Lisbon, in the neighborhood of Low.

Santa Lucia Viewpoint in Lisbon
Santa Lucia Viewpoint in Lisbon

El Santa Lucia viewpoint allows you to see the best panoramic views of the popular neighborhood of Alfama and the innermost area of ​​the Tagus River Estuary.

Azulejos Museum in Lisbon
Azulejos Museum in Lisbon

El Lisbon Azulejo Museum is located in the old Convent of the Mother of God, so that in addition to the artistic works that it preserves, during the visit you will pass through corners like this chapel.

Jerónimos Monastery in Belem in Lisbon
Jerónimos Monastery in Belem in Lisbon

El Monastery of los jeronimos in the neighborhood Belem It must be one of the essential visits on your trip to Lisbon.

Church of Santa María de Belem in the Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon
Church of Santa María de Belem in the Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon

Spectacular Manueline Gothic style decoration in the Church of Saint Mary of the Jerónimos Monastery What you can visit in the neighborhood of Belem in Lisbon.

Belem Tower in Lisbon
Belem Tower in Lisbon

La Belém Tower It is another of the monuments to visit on the excursion to the neighborhood of the same name in Lisbon, on the banks of the tagus river.

Monument to the Discoveries in Belem in Lisbon
Monument to the Discoveries in Belem in Lisbon

On your excursion to the neighborhood of Belem You will also have the opportunity to visit the monument to the Discoveries, which is a tribute to the Portuguese explorers and conquerors.

Lisbon tram
Lisbon tram

The ancients Lisbon trams They are one of the iconic images of the capital of Portugal.

The awesome Oceanarium It is one of the attractions that you can visit especially in a family trip to Lisbon.

About the Author

José Luis Sarralde

Journalist and traveler throughout his life, José Luis Sarralde is the founder of Guías Viajar, where since 2008 he has been capturing his travel experiences around the world, specializing in cultural and scenic destinations in Spain and Europe.

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