Things to Do in Estrela, Lisbon

A safe, upper middle-class area with local street commerce and traditional Portuguese architecture. Expect steep sidewalks and a relaxed vibe, with Avenida Infante Santo nearby and the old palace garden offering scenic views.

Basilica of EstrelaBasilica
Salted BooksBookstore
Jardim da EstrelaCity Park

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Top things to do in Estrela

Basilica of Estrela
★ 4.6 · 7.2k
Basilica
Ornate, Baroque, 18th-century church with twin bell towers, housing Queen Maria I's tomb.
Every day
9 AM – 7:45 PM
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Salted Books
★ 4.7 · 272
Bookstore
An independent English-language bookshop in Lisbon's Santos neighborhood, known for its "salty" curation of literary fiction, memoirs, and current affairs.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun
10 AM – 5:30 PM
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Jardim da Estrela
★ 4.6 · 14.7k
City Park
Trees line this landscaped garden, with plant-filled greenhouses, waterfalls & a kids' playground.
Every day
7 AM – 12 AM
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Odacieuse
Flea Market
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Museum of the Orient
★ 4.5 · 4.5k
Art Museum
Significant Asian & Portuguese art & artifact collections in a modern museum with conference center.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Thu
10 AM – 6 PM
Fri
10 AM – 8 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Consi.go
Wine Shop
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Tapada das Necessidades
★ 4.3 · 3.0k
City Park
Peaceful wooded park with duck ponds, peacocks & a cactus garden, plus views over the Tagus River.
Mon–Fri
8 AM – 7 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
10 AM – 7 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Estrela

Liberty: brunch, coffee & books
★ 4.9 · 4.1k
Breakfast· €10–20
Every day
8 AM – 4 PM
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YŌSO
Michelin ★
Japanese· $$$
This spot is somewhat hidden away in the Alcântara district, and its name bears a certain mysticism; not without reason, as it alludes to the four elements of nature (Earth, Water, Fire and Air). ...
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Heim Cafe Santos
★ 4.7 · 5.1k
Brunch· €15–20
Cozy Portuguese cafe with a warm vibe offering breakfast through dinner, plus coffee & local wines.
Every day
9 AM – 6 PM
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Loco
Michelin ★
Fine Dining· $$$$
At this restaurant, just a stone’s throw from the 18th-century Baroque Basílica da Estrela, they say they work with micro-seasons to maximise flavour and fulfil their zero-waste policy.
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Fauna & Flora
★ 4.5 · 3.3k
Restaurant· €10–15
Relaxed option providing pastries, pancakes & light fare in a rustic, plant-filled storefront.
Every day
9 AM – 5 PM
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Come Prima
★ 4.9 · 10.5k
Italian· €25–45
Pale walls, dark wood & discreet lighting make a romantic setting for imaginative Italian dishes.
Mon–Fri
6 PM – 11 PM
Sat
6 PM – 11 PM
Sun
Closed
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Monka Café
★ 4.8 · 391
Café & Bakery· €10–15
A local café serving specialties from its own microbakery, noted as possibly the smallest in Lisbon.
Mon
9 AM – 4 PM
Tue–Wed
Closed
Thu–Fri
9 AM – 4 PM
Sat
9 AM – 4 PM
Sun
9 AM – 4 PM
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A Zona
★ 4.5 · 482
Barbecue· €10–15
Mon–Fri
12 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat
12 PM – 3 PM
Sun
Closed
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Mila
★ 4.7 · 2.9k
Breakfast· €10–15
A cozy cafe known for its breakfast and brunch offerings, including pancakes, smoked salmon eggs, and smoothies, with gluten-free bread options available.
Every day
8 AM – 5 PM
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