Centro Cultural de Belém | MUSEUMS

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Although it’s a little far from Lisbon’s downtown, Belém Cultural area is a must visit location.

You can grab the train (10m) or rent a bike and take a wonderful sightseeing ride next to the river.

Once there, among other places, you must visit CCB (Belem Cultural Center), where you’ll find a wide range of exhibitions and activities.

CBB is managed by a private foundation, which purpose is the promotion of culture, developing its creation and dissemination in all its forms, from theater to dance, from classical music to jazz, and from opera to cinema. As a complementary activity, CCB also offers a great center for conferences and professional meetings. 

WHERE: Praça do Império, Belém – Find it on Google Maps

JIANGSU – Chinese Music Orchestra | EVENTS

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Today in Lisbon the Chinese Music Orchestra of Jiangsu takes the stage for a concert commemorating the new Chinese year. The repertoire consists of 12 classical and traditional themes run on instruments such as the erhu ,guzheng, pipa ,dizi ,suona and yangqin.

Founded in 2001 ,the Jiangsu Art Group is China’s largest in that it combines various styles of performance art. It currently has over a thousand members who are spread over 11 art groups, dance center, a school, five theaters and several companies. The artists are changing depending on the various public presentations.

The group has acted in several countries in Europe, Asia and America, serving as a bridge for the rest of the world and working as a large window through which its artists reveal the splendor of the culture of their country.

PRICE: € 8.00 (25% discount for under 30 and over 65 and 30% discount for groups of 10 people or more)

DURATION: 75m, no interval

WHERE: Museu do Oriente

CAMPO DE OURIQUE | Neighbourhoods

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Today we talk about probably the most peaceful neighborhood of Lisbon. Built by the Engineer Ressano Garcia in 1879, Campo de Ourique is mainly known for its quite streets, and its traditional commerce.

Week or weekend you won’t find here the crowd you would find a shopping center, and still, we’re sure that you will find lots of great things to fill your shopping bags.

Campo de Ourique is also considered the neighborhood with the best living conditions in Lisbon. Fernando Pessoa, that lived some time in Hotel Bragança (lx boutique hotel), also lived next to Campo de Ourique’s market.

This market is the most recent attraction in town. It’s the new meeting point of people of all ages, where you’ll have several new stands (replacing the old fish and fruit stands) with different types of food and drinks.

Besides the market, if you go to Campo de Ourique you must visit Santo Condestável church, have some cakes at Padaria Portuguesa (Portuguese Pastry), eat in one its many good restaurants and take a walk through its beautiful central garden.

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ROOFTOP BAR (MUNDIAL HOTEL) – Promenades

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From the Castle to Lisbon’s downtown (Baixa) and the Tagus River, this Bar probably has one of the best views in Lisbon.

It’s open from 6:30 PM to midnight, and offers a wide range of drinks and cocktails, along side with some snacks.

To improve your Lisbon Experience, sometimes the magnificent view comes with Jazz Concerts.

WHERE: Largo Martim Moniz – See it on Google Maps

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CNN PRESENTS 7 REASONS WHY LISBON IS EUROPE’S COOLEST CITY | News

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“If it means being loaded with atmosphere, charm, great food and nightlife, yet ignored by the bulk of travelers, then Lisbon deserves consideration as Europe’s coolest capital.”

This is how CNN journalist Fiona Dunlop opened her article about Lisbon last Sunday. According to the newspaper, the Portuguese Capital deserves the title of “Coolest City of Europe” due to 7 reasons (the same number of hills in Lisbon):

1 – Never ending Nightlife

2 – Great Cosine (see Lisbon Xperience recommended restaurants)

3 – “Lisbonites” Irony

4 – Sea Coast, Beaches and Old Palaces / Castles

5 – Building Designs

6 – Range of Art

7 – Great Historic Streets 

Read the full CNN article here. 

 

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TARTINE | Restaurants

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It might have a French name, and a French chef, but its food couldn’t be more Portuguese. Both Restaurant and a Pastry, Tartine has a great location, really close to  Rua Garret (Chiado’s main street).

Great to start your day, or after a long day shopping in Lisbon, relax and Experience the variety of breads and cakes offered by Tartine.

They also serve great meals for lunch, and brunch on weekends.

If you’re spending your birthday in Lisbon, ask Tartine to bake your birthday cake! They make the some of the best in town.

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OPEN: Monday to Friday, from 08:00 to 20:00. Saturdays and Holidays from 10:00 to 20:00. Closes at Sundays.

ORDERS / RESERVATIONS: 213 429 108

AVERAGE PRICE: 13,00€

RESTAURANT TYPE: Portuguese Pastry

WHERE:  Rua Serpa Pinto 15 A – See it on Google Maps

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CASTLE OF ST. GEORGE HAD MORE THAN 1 MILLION VISITORS IN 2013 | News

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The latest report announced that Castle of St. George had an increase of 3,4% comparing to 2012, with a total of 1.025.153 visitors (90% foreign).

Open every day of the year, the Castelo de S. Jorge (Castle of St. George) is one of Lisbon’s best places to discover the Portuguese heritage, some of its history at the Museum, Experience the Moorish ruins (11th century) neighborhood at the Archaeological Site, feel the amazing and unique view at the Periscope – Tower of Ulysses, have a chilling moment at the Castle Café, go with guided tours or just enjoy the music, theater, festivals and other events that happen all year at this great monument.

WHERE – See it on Google Maps

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