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| Sights*
Bairro Alto
* Baixa and Rossio * Castelo de São Jorge y Olisipónia * Mosteiro dos Jerónimos * Museu Calouste Gulbenkian * Museu da Marinha * Museu Nacional do Azulejo * Padrão dos Descobrimentos * Parque das Nações * Praça do Comércio * Sé * Torre de Belém |
Praça do Comércio
One side of the spacious Praça do Comércio (Commercial Square) opens on the water, emphasizing its original purpose as an
imposing gateway to the city from the sea. To experience its original perspective, take the five-minute ferry trip from nearby
Terreiro do Paço (Palace Square) across the Tagus to the suburb of Cacilhas. The vista of the square and the triumphal arch
leading to the streets of the Baixa opens up to buildings, churches and monuments, an excellent chance to feel the city's
past.
Address:
Praça do Comércio
Bus: All buses to Praça do Comércio; tram 15 Metro: Rossio Boat: Terreiro do Paço for ferries to Cacilhas |
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