Alfama
Lisbon, Portugal

Alfama

Type: historic district / viewpoint

Lisbon's oldest district, of Moorish origin, with narrow cobblestone streets, colorful azulejo tiles, and a tradition of fado music. It offers an authentic atmosphere of old Lisbon that survived the devastating earthquake of 1755. Several popular viewpoints — miradors — are found in this district, offering panoramic views of the city and the Tagus.

Tickets

Entry: Free

The walk is free. Comfortable footwear is recommended due to the steep cobblestone streets. A morning visit offers a quieter experience before the tourist crowds arrive.

Parking nearby

Parking Campo das Cebolas - EMEL

Parking Campo das Cebolas - EMEL

garage/underground 405m to the landmark

Address: Rua da Alfândega, Lisboa

Opening hours:

Monday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours
Estacionamento Chão do Loureiro - EMEL

Estacionamento Chão do Loureiro - EMEL

garage/underground 407m to the landmark

Address: Calçada do Marquês de Tancos 3A, Lisboa

Opening hours:

Monday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours
Parque de Estacionamento da Graça - EMEL

Parque de Estacionamento da Graça - EMEL

garage/underground 448m to the landmark

Address: Rua da Voz do Operário 50, Lisboa

Opening hours:

Monday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours

Phone: +351 21 116 3060

Parking Terminal de Cruzeiros de Lisboa

Parking Terminal de Cruzeiros de Lisboa

garage/underground 465m to the landmark

Address: Av. Infante Dom Henrique 2A, Lisboa

Opening hours:

Monday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours

Phone: +351 916 601 256

Parking EMEL e BiciPark

Parking EMEL e BiciPark

garage/underground 483m to the landmark

Address: Rua da Verónica 128A, Lisboa

Opening hours:

Monday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours

Recommended restaurants

Price:
SOL Restaurante e Jardim

SOL Restaurante e Jardim

Closed (opens at 10:00)
⭐ 4.20 3740 reviews 34m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 14.05.2026

bar €€ recommended

Address: Largo das Portas do Sol, Beco de Santa Helena, Lisboa

Phone: +351 21 885 1299

Opening hours:

Monday: 10:00–20:00 Tuesday: 10:00–20:00 Wednesday: 10:00–20:00 Thursday: 10:00–20:00 Friday: 10:00–22:00 Saturday: 10:00–22:00 Sunday: 10:00–20:00
Petisqueira Conqvistador

Petisqueira Conqvistador

Closed (opens at 12:00)
⭐ 4.40 1318 reviews 182m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 14.05.2026

bar €€ recommended

Address: Travessa de São Bartolomeu 4, Lisboa

Phone: +351 21 881 0319

Opening hours:

Monday: 12:00–23:00 Tuesday: 12:00–21:00 Wednesday: 12:00–23:00 Thursday: 12:00–23:00 Friday: 12:00–23:00 Saturday: 12:00–23:00 Sunday: 12:00–23:00
O Prego

O Prego

Closed (opens at 08:00)
⭐ 4.60 3529 reviews 206m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 14.05.2026

€€ recommended

Address: 18, Largo Rodrigues de Freitas 14, Lisboa

Phone: +351 914 609 297

Opening hours:

Monday: 08:00–00:00 Tuesday: 08:00–00:00 Wednesday: 08:00–00:00 Thursday: 08:00–00:00 Friday: 08:00–00:00 Saturday: 08:00–00:00 Sunday: 08:00–00:00
PATEO 13

PATEO 13

Closed (opens at 12:00)
⭐ 4.40 1466 reviews 238m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 14.05.2026

recommended

Address: Calçadinha de Santo Estêvão N°13, Lisboa

Phone: +351 21 050 3434

Opening hours:

Monday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00–14:30, 19:00–22:30 Wednesday: 12:00–14:30, 19:00–22:30 Thursday: 12:00–14:30, 19:00–22:30 Friday: 12:00–14:30, 19:00–22:30 Saturday: 12:00–14:30, 19:00–22:30 Sunday: 12:00–14:30, 19:00–22:30
Clube de Fado

Clube de Fado

Closed (opens at 19:30)
⭐ 4.40 4082 reviews 327m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 14.05.2026

€€€ recommended

Address: Rua de São João da Praça 94, Lisboa

Phone: +351 21 885 2704

Opening hours:

Monday: 19:30–01:00 Tuesday: 19:30–01:00 Wednesday: 19:30–01:00 Thursday: 19:30–01:00 Friday: 19:30–01:00 Saturday: 19:30–01:00 Sunday: 19:30–01:00