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The most “instagrammable” places in Lisbon
Are you a photography fan and do you love capturing unique images? Do you like to update your Instagram with beautiful images that stand out? Then Lisbon is the right city for you with its special light and scenery that inspires everyone who visits it. Discover some of the most "instagrammable" places in Lisbon, where all the photos look good and take the opportunity to keep the best memories of your trip to the Portuguese capital.
Alfama
One of Lisbon's oldest and most picturesque neighbourhoods that is a must-see. It is impossible to walk through the streets of Alfama and not stop at every step to photograph its narrow streets, the tile panels that adorn the walls of the colourful houses, the views from the Santa Luzia and Portas do Sol viewpoints, the tram 28 and much more. It is also here that you can find one of the best known works of the urban artist Vhils, the mural of Amália Rodrigues entirely built with Portuguese cobblestones.
São Pedro de Alcântara Viewpoint
This viewpoint offers a postcard worthy landscape, which is why it is one of the most famous in the city. Located next to the Glória elevator in Bairro Alto, the São Pedro de Alcântara viewpoint offers a breathtaking view over the Castelo de São Jorge hill and downtown Lisbon.
Location:
Rua de São Pedro de Alcântara, Lisbon
Sintra
A magical village with the most spectacular scenery to photograph just 30 minutes from Lisbon. Do you think we are exaggerating? So, seeing is believing! Amazing palaces, historic convents, lush green mountains, sumptuous gardens, panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and much more. Fall in love with the village of Sintra, where there are plenty of opportunities to capture great photos.
Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (MAAT)
MAAT is one of Lisbon's best-known museums due to its minimalist and modern construction. The architecture of this building leaves no one indifferent and if you are looking for the ideal place to take pictures of a fantastic sunset by the river, put this place at the top of your list. And since you are in Belém, make sure you visit and photograph the grandeur of some of the oldest and world-famous monuments, such as the Belém Tower and the Jerónimos Monastery.
Location:
Avenida Brasília, Lisbon
Panoramic of Monsanto
With a wonderful panoramic view of the entire city of Lisbon and the Tejo river, the "Panorâmico de Monsanto” had many lives before becoming what it is today. This is one of the most photogenic places in Lisbon which, in addition to having the best view of the entire city, is also the new house of urban art in the Portuguese capital, with works by various artists such as Vhils, AkaCorleone, Wasted Rita, among others.
Opening hours:
Every day, from 9am to 5.30pm
Location:
Estrada da Bela Vista, Lisbon
LX Factory
Undoubtedly one of the best places to photograph in Lisbon. Installed in an old textile factory, the LX Factory is a picturesque space that breathes art and where you can enjoy exhibitions, galleries, ateliers, shops, restaurants and much more. Here you will also find one of the most incredible bookstores in the world, the "Ler Devagar”, which will certainly be one of the protagonists of your photo shoot.
Opening hours:
Every day, from 9am to 10.30pm
Location:
Rua Rodrigues de Faria, 103
These are our suggestions for some of the most photogenic places in Lisbon, but there are many more! From viewpoints with breathtaking views, urban art, historic squares... there are many places to explore and photograph in this beautiful city.
