MIRADOURO DE SÃO PEDRO DE ALCÂNTARA

Description

Essentials about the Miradouro São Pedro de Alcântara in brief

The Miradouro São Pedro de Alcântara (Viewpoint of Saint Peter of Alcântara) is the most beautifully designed and probably the most popular of all Lisbon’s viewpoints among tourists. Located in the north of the Bairro Alto (Upper Town) high above the central square Rossio, the Miradouro consists of a historic garden with fountains, statues and flowerbeds and offers a beautiful view of the center of the Portuguese capital.

The view from the Miradouro São Pedro de Alcântara

From the Miradouro São Pedro de Alcântara, there is a magnificent view over the center of Lisbon. In addition to the boulevard Avenida da Liberdade and the lower town Baixa, you also have a great view of the São Jorge Castle and the mouth of the Tagus. If you want to know more about what you can see from the Miradouro, you will find a map of the city on a tile, which helps you to identify the most famous buildings.

If you get hungry or thirsty with so many views, you can fortify yourself with snacks and drinks at the kiosk on the Miradouro. The best way to get to the Miradouro São Pedro de Alcântara is to take the Ascensor da Glória funicular, which has been in operation since 1885.