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Alcântara in Lisbon

Things to Do in Alcântara, Lisbon

A former industrial area now home to LX Factory, a complex with arty retailers and unique restaurants. It also contains the Museu da Carris and Capela de Santo Amaro.

A former industrial area now home to LX Factory, a complex with arty retailers and unique restaurants. It also contains the Museu da Carris and Capela de Santo Amaro.

  • Ler DevagarLer DevagarBookstore
  • LX FactoryLX FactoryShopping District
  • Parque Florestal de MonsantoParque Florestal de MonsantoNational Park
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Top things to do in Alcântara

  • Ler Devagar in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Ler Devagar

    4.6 · 1.9k
    Bookstore

    Quirky bookshop with 2 levels & walls stacked high with shelves, plus a little coffee shop.

    Every day
    10 AM – 9 PM
  • LX Factory in Alcântara, Lisbon

    LX Factory

    4.5 · 66.1k
    Shopping District

    This historical industrial complex houses an array of arty retailers & unique restaurants.

    Mon–Fri
    10:30 AM – 10:30 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 10:30 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Parque Florestal de Monsanto in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Parque Florestal de Monsanto

    4.7 · 13.2k
    National Park

    Vast, leafy park featuring hiking/mountain biking trails, sports facilities & a picnic area.

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • 25 de Abril Bridge in Alcântara, Lisbon

    25 de Abril Bridge

    4.5 · 15.2k
    Landmark

    Over 2km-long, this striking Golden Gate-style suspension bridge links Lisbon with Almada.

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • Alvito Recreational Park in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Alvito Recreational Park

    4.6 · 5.4k
    City Park
    Every day
    9 AM – 8 PM
  • LxMarket in Alcântara, Lisbon

    LxMarket

    4.4 · 528
    Flea Market

    Trendy flea market open Sundays for vendors of vintage clothing, art, handmade gifts & food.

    Mon–Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 6 PM
  • Museu da Carris in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Museu da Carris

    4.5 · 1.7k
    Science Museum

    Displays on public transport in the city, partly occupying old workshops, with working vehicles.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 1 PM, 2 PM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 1 PM, 2 PM – 6 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Capela de Santo Amaro in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Capela de Santo Amaro

    4.6 · 539
    Historic Church

    A small, historic chapel known for its elaborate tiling, iron gates, and wooden doors, offering views of the 25th April bridge and the Tagus.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    11 AM – 5:30 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 5:30 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 5:30 PM

Where to eat & drink in Alcântara

  • Parioca café in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Parioca café

    5.0 · 562
    Coffee Shop· €5–10
    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    8:30 AM – 3 PM
    Sat
    8:30 AM – 3 PM
    Sun
    8:30 AM – 3 PM
  • Sophia Pizzoteca & Bar in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Sophia Pizzoteca & Bar

    4.9 · 1.2k
    Restaurant· €10–20
    Mon–Wed
    12 PM – 11 PM
    Thu
    12 PM – 12 AM
    Fri
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 11 PM
  • Paztel Factory Alcântara in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Paztel Factory Alcântara

    4.7 · 1.6k
    Brazilian· €10-25
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    12 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 11 PM
  • Eurasia Restaurant & Bar in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Eurasia Restaurant & Bar

    5.0 · 353
    Restaurant· €5–10
    Mon
    11:30 AM – 2 AM
    Tue
    11:30 AM – 11 PM
    Wed–Fri
    11:30 AM – 2 AM
    Sat
    11:30 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    11:30 AM – 2 AM
  • Café Social Eatery in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Café Social Eatery

    4.8 · 716
    Brunch· €10–15
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    8 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 3 PM
  • Torra Roasting & Coffee in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Torra Roasting & Coffee

    4.7 · 467
    Coffee Roastery

    A coffee shop offering specialty coffee, seasonal drinks, and freshly roasted beans.

    Every day
    9 AM – 5 PM
  • Bar illustration for Freaky Tiki

    Freaky Tiki

    4.8 · 126
    Bar· €10–15
  • Barouk in Alcântara, Lisbon

    Barouk

    4.7 · 1.8k
    Lebanese· €15–25

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Map of Alcântara with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Ler Devagar
  2. 2LX Factory
  3. 3Parque Florestal de Monsanto
  4. 425 de Abril Bridge
  5. 5Alvito Recreational Park
  6. 6Parioca café
  7. 7Sophia Pizzoteca & Bar
  8. 8Paztel Factory Alcântara
  9. 9Eurasia Restaurant & Bar
  10. 10LxMarket

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