The well-kept secret, the most hidden miradouro (viewpoint) from the tourist crowds. My personal favourite from all the Lisbon's miradouros. Probably because you can catch the sun here during the winter and chill in the shadows during the summer, it's true you either need to climb a steep heel or stairs, but then you at least don't feel guilty when you enjoy fabulous grilled cheese (tosta de queijo) at Simo's quiosque.
You can choose from the different seating options, you have benches, tables where you can work, or lounge chairs where you can read or just soak up the sun and the atmosphere. Simo's quiosque has an endless offer for such a tiny place. Treat yourself to coffee, freshly squeezed orange juice, a cocktail (my personal it's mezcalita), natural wine, or beer. Sometimes, they organize dance parties, host DJs or even have a live music session.
If you are in the mood for some more fun, check their instagram to see what's going on in the moment. It's the perfect spot to see the blend of different nationalities, ages, and cultures get together. Bonus for the dog lovers, there is always some dog around who wants to play.
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"Gelados Conchanata" Lisbon is a original gelato bar opened by the Tarlattini's in 1948, offering a rich selection of the Italian favorites. My favorite!
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"Jorge D'Amália" is a tasca in Lisbon that serves amazing bitoques, steaks with a horseback fried egg. In my opinion it doesn't get more Lisboan than this.
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"Miradouro Keil do Amaral" in Lisbon goes completely unnoticed in the middle of Monsanto forest... I think it's a magical place where I go to just relax.
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You can find the "Lisbon Irish Sessions" every Monday at 21:30 at O'Gillins Irish pub. Cause Portuguese folk has a lot in common with Celtic music!
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The "Carmo Archaeological Museum", built at an old church that barely survived the 1755 earthquake, enchants me every time I visit. Open-air concerts, too!
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"Marvila & Beato" are two neighborhoods in Lisbon going through beautiful and well-thought out gentrification which when done bad has spoilt other places.
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"Jardim do Cerco da Graça" is the biggest green area inside the historical zone in Lisbon. I'm very proud about writing and enjoying this spot!
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"Dalí Cozinha Surreal" in Lisbon is a restaurant whose whole concept is serving surreally creative, good food, also inspired by world cuisine!
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"Livraria Ler Devagar" Lisbon is inside a giant factory that was once abandoned. What I love about the bookstore/cafe? The 'Gepeto meets industrial' vibe.
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"Museu do Oriente" Lisbon has the best brunch in town. I like to book the 14:30 - 17:00 slot and skip lunch....
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"Mercearia do Páteo Alfacinha" Lisbon is a old restaurant that's been around since 1981 which has a piece of history attached to it and a delicious menu!
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"Casa do Lago" is a bar/restaurant in Lisbon in Jardin do Campo Grande. I love combining a boat trip with a passage from the terrace and having a coffee!
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