Morning — Baixa and Praça do Comércio
09:00 — Rossio and Baixa Pombalina
Start at Rossio and go down Rua Augusta. Observe the squares and the regular network rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake. Have breakfast before 10:00 to avoid wasting the morning in queues.
10:00 — Praça do Comércio and riverfront
Cross the arch to reach Praça do Comércio and walk for a few minutes along the Tagus River. From here, walk to the Cathedral; the route begins to climb.
Middle of the day — Sé, Alfama and viewpoints
11:00 — Sé and Santa Luzia
Pass by the Cathedral and continue to Miradouro de Santa Luzia and Portas do Sol. Alfama is the oldest and most traditional neighborhood in the city and should be discovered slowly, especially on foot.
12:30 — Lunch in Alfama
Choose a side street and allow about 75 minutos. Avoid trying to fit the Castle and all the museums into the same day; If you visit Castelo de São Jorge, count on at least 90 additional minutes.
Afternoon — Chiado and Bairro Alto
15:00 — Return to downtown
Walk down Alfama or use public transport if you are tired. Cross Baixa to Chiado, passing through Praça Luís de Camões.
17:00 — São Pedro de Alcântara Viewpoint
End the afternoon at the viewpoint. To return, you can walk down; Elevators and historic trams are useful, but can have queues.
Verified practical information
The Metro operates normally every day between 06:30 and 01:00. Always validate the transport ticket and confirm service changes on the same day. Approximate walking distance: 7 to 9 km, with hills.