Alfama

Welcome to Alfama, the oldest and most atmospheric neighborhood in Lisbon. As you stand here amidst the maze of narrow, cobbled alleyways, you are treading on the very foundations of the city. …

Our first major stop is the Sé de Lisboa, or Lisbon Cathedral. Built in 1147 by Portugal's first king, Afonso Henriques, this is the oldest church in the city. …

Just a few steps from the cathedral is the Igreja de Santo António de Lisboa. This church holds a special place in the hearts of Lisboetas, as it is built over the exact spot where Saint Anthony was born in 1195. …

As we climb higher into Alfama, we reach the Miradouro de Santa Luzia, arguably the most romantic viewpoint in the city. This terrace offers a stunning panoramic vista over the terracotta rooftops of Alfama, the white domes of…

Just a short walk from Santa Luzia is the Largo das Portas do Sol, or the Gates of the Sun Square. This wide, open terrace takes its name from one of the ancient gates in the Moorish walls that once stood here. …

Perched at the very top of the hill is the Castelo de São Jorge, a prominent feature of the Lisbon skyline since the 1st century BC. This historic fortress served as a Moorish military stronghold before being captured by King…

At the northern edge of Alfama, in the Campo de Santa Clara, you will find the Feira da Ladra, the city's oldest and most famous flea market. Dating back to the 13th century, its name literally translates to 'Thief's Market,'…

As our journey through Alfama comes to an end at the National Pantheon, we have traversed the very heart and soul of Lisbon. From the fortress-like towers of the Sé Cathedral to the narrow, Fado-filled alleys and the grand views…