PLACES AROUND LISBON THAT YOU MAY WANT TO SEE
Lisbon has plenty to see, but if you have some time left, or stay a few more days ...
there are a few places close to Lisbon that you may want to visit. Some of them have nice beaches, others are very cosy towns, one of them is a must see. They are all within one hour travelling distance from the venue.
The links associated with the legend, give more information about the places, about how to reach them from Lisbon, and show pictures of each of them.
CRISTO REI
It is a sanctuary that dates from 1959. It faces Lisbon and is around 110 meters high.
From the top of the pedestal it is possible to see an amasing 360º view.
In a clear day (and Lisbon has plenty of them) do consider to go there.
from central Lisbon: |
18 min |
1 h |
Cristo Rei
COSTA DE CAPARICA
Costa da Caparica coastline is famed for its vast sandy beachs that span for more then 15 km. Many of them are loved by surfers
It is very easy to access from Lisbon and is the prefered beach for people living in Lisbon, and certainly for those that live across the river.
from central Lisbon: |
30 min |
45 min |
Aerial view of the top north
Walking along the beach
A view of the beach
The sand spans more than 15 km