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Welcome to the city of discoverers

Vasco da Gama began his ingenious discovery tours in the city on the western

edge of Europe and greatly enhanced people’s conception of the world. He

strongly questioned some approaches to knowledge and paved the way for trade

with India. Following his achievements, Lisbon enjoyed a time of great prosperity

that came to a sudden end following the disastrous earthquake in 1755. What we

experience as an impressive city image today, especially the Baixa, was created in

the 18th century. Only the Torre de Belém still reminds us of the time of great

sailors and their untiring spirit of discovery.

Of course, the time of individual explorations is long past, but the urge for new

knowledge has remained unchanged. Today, it is a great number of people who

work on the front lines with curiosity, diligence and persistence to bring about

progress. They have come to Lisbon as well, to make new discoveries by sharing

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WELCOME TO

SEEINGLISBONOphthalmology Times Europe’s exclusive

guide to the host city for the XXXV Congress

of the European Society of Cataract and

Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS), which will take

place on 7–11 October 2017 in the FIL – Feira

Internacional de Lisboa, Portugal.

This guide is packed full of information to help

you make the most of your visit – what to see and

do, where to eat and drink and how to get around.

Lisbon is a beautiful coastal capital that offers art,

charm, learning, fun nightlife, great dining (don’t miss

the seafood!) and enough hills to guarantee you will

always be able to find a high perch from which to

take in all the lovely views. Bring comfortable shoes

to help you navigate and maybe your swimsuit if you

can make time to hit one of the beaches! History is

never far from reach in this city, which has ancient

roots, and plenty of museums, churches and other

sights stand ready to tell you their stories.

The city also offers its share of romance. In

fact, the Lonely Planet travel guide compares

Lisbon to ‘the perfect Valentine’s

date – bright, charismatic, naturally

good-looking, fun-loving and ever the

dreamer. Romance literally embraces

you on every street corner here, be it

the way the cobbles shimmer like silver

after the rain, the plaintive wail of fado

song drifting through open shutters in

the alley-woven Alfama district, or the

pure Atlantic light cascading across the facades

of houses in a fresco painter’s palette of colours.’

Many Portuguese citizens speak English

fluently, especially in hotels, restaurants and

popular tourist areas, so you should easily be able

to find a friendly person to answer your questions.

Getting around in a foreign city can be

confusing, so to help you navigate, refer to the map

of the metro system (page 28) – the cheapest and

quickest method to get from A to B and back again.

We hope you find this guide useful and that

you enjoy your stay in Lisbon.

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Beth Thomas Hertz

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CONTENTS

06 ESCRS CongressAll the information you need

to plan your time at this year’s

congress

08 See & DoLisbon’s top places of interest,

covering art, culture and

outdoors activities

20 DiningA guide to some of the city’s

restaurants and eateries for all

budgets

24 NightlifeA pick of the best bars in the city

to unwind with a glass or two

26 Getting AroundInformation on transport in

Lisbon and more

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ESCRSCONGRESS

The XXXV Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)

will take place from Saturday, 7 October until Wednesday, 11 October, 2017, in the FIL –

Feira Internacional de Lisboa, Portugal.

This event offers a wide range of learning experiences for the ophthalmology community.

With free paper presentations, instructional courses, symposia and an exhibition,

attendees will be able to listen, learn and connect with peers from around the world.

Founded in 1991, the ESCRS is Europe’s leading organisation for cataract and refractive

surgeons and is at the forefront of developments in anterior segment surgery. The

society has more than 5,000 members from almost 100 countries. Its annual meeting

offers a unique forum for discussion and learning, ensuring that international expertise is

shared by ophthalmologists from all over Europe and the world.

Main Symposia

One main symposium will be held every day:

Saturday, 2 to 4pm:

ESCRS/EuCornea symposium: The irregular cornea

Sunday, 11am to 1pm:

Changing pharmaceutical treatment patterns in

cataract surgery

Monday, 11am to 1pm:

Building a new eye

Tuesday, 11am to 1pm:

Intrastromal lenticule extraction: to SMILE or to cry?

Wednesday, 11am to 1pm:

Six years on: is FLACS a better, safer operation

than phaco?

Young ophthalmologists programme

Saturday, 8.30am to 4pm

Topics include ‘starting phaco’ and video cases will

be submitted by young ophthalmologists.

Clinical research symposia

Saturday, 8.30am to 5.30pm

This event has several components:

• When surgery is not enough: new drug delivery

methods, 8.30 to 10.30 am

• The pupil in cataract and refractive surgery, 11am

to 1pm

• What can we learn from patient-reported

outcome measures, 1.30 to 3.30pm

• Corneal measurements and their effect on toric

IOL power calculations, 3.30 to 5:30pm

Instructional courses

Saturday, 8.30am to 6pm

All instructional courses at the Lisbon Congress will

be free of charge:

• Microinvasive glaucoma surgery: ready for prime

time? 2.30 to 4.30pm

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Binkhorst medal lecture

Sunday, 10am

Boris Malyugin, MD, PhD, professor of

ophthalmology and deputy director general (R&D,

Edu) at the S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery State

Institution in Russia, will give the annual Binkhorst

Medal Lecture, entitled ‘Cataract surgery in high-

risk eyes: lessons learned’.

Professor Malyugin is president of the Russian

Ophthalmology Society and an ESCRS board member.

He is an internationally recognised expert in

modern ophthalmic surgery. He pioneered the

Malyugin ring device for pupil expansion for

cataract surgery, and several other technologies.

Workshop on visual optics

Sunday, 8am to 5.45pm

• This event will have three parts: visual optics,

visual behaviour (visual function) and imaging the

human eye.

Practice management masterclass

Sunday, 9am to 6pm

• Ophthalmic practice management, taught by two

US practice management advisors.

Journal of Cataract and Refractive

Surgery symposium

Sunday, 2 to 4pm

• The topic for this session will be ‘Controversies in

cataract and refractive surgery’.

Video awards session

Sunday, 2 to 4pm

• Winners of the 2017 video competition will be

announced at this event.

Young ophthalmologists session

Sunday, 4 to 6pm

• The theme is ‘The mistakes we make in cataract’.

Combined symposium of cataract &

refractive societies

Monday, 4.15 to 6.15pm

• The topic of this session will be ‘Complicated

cataract surgery: doing it my way’.

Presbyopia workshop

Tuesday, 2 to 4pm

• The topic will be ‘Non-invasive strategies for the

correction of presbyopia’.

Best of the best review session

Wednesday, 8.30 to 10.45am

• This event will review the best videos and

presentations from the ESCRS meeting.

Exhibit hall

The exhibit hall will be open from 9am to 5pm,

Saturday to Tuesday.

Future ESCRS meeting dates

Vienna 2018: 22–29 September

Paris 2019: 14–18 September

Amsterdam: 2020: 3–7 October

Follow along

Get meeting headlines by following @ESCRSofficial

on Twitter. Use #ESCRS17.

Organisers

ESCRS, Temple House, Temple Road, Blackrock, Co.

Dublin, Ireland

Tel: +353 1 209 1100; Fax: +353 1 209 1112

Email: [email protected]

For more information, go to: www.escrs.org


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SEEANDDO

Attending ESCRS this year means a visit to beautiful Lisbon, Portugal’s coastal capital city. You’ll find no shortage of activities to keep you busy and enchanted while you’re there. Here are some of the highlights this lovely hilly city has to offer.

Praça do Comercio (Terreiro do Paço)1100-016 LisboaOne of the largest squares in Europe, this iconic

Lisbon spot offers visitors many attractions and

a special history as the place where the paço,

palace, stood before being destroyed by an

earthquake in 1755. It provides access to many

attractions, including Pátio da Galé, Cais das

Colunas and the Lisbon Story Centre. Climb up the

Arco da Rua Augusta to marvel at the symmetry of

the streets or sit at the feet of King José I and his

horse Gentil. This square is a great starting point

for discovering Lisbon.

Oceanário de LisboaEsplanada Dom Carlos I1990-005 Lisboawww.oceanario.pt/enA fabulous place to visit – with or without

children! The Oceanário de Lisboa opened in

1998 as part of the World Fair and today includes

more than 8,000 marine creatures. Don’t miss

the rays, coral reefs, sea otters or sharks! The

massive central aquarium, which represents

the global ocean, is surrounded by four marine

habitats that combined create the illusion that

they are one enormous aquarium. You can take

in the beauty from two levels—the surface or

underwater—as you also learn how you can help

protect the world’s oceans.

Museu Nacional dos CochesAvenida da Índia 136 |1300-300 Lisboahttp://museudoscoches.gov.pt/en/homepage/For something a little off the beaten path, consider

this little gem of a museum, created to preserve

the collection of elaborate vehicles belonging to

the Royal House. It houses a unique collection

of vehicles from the 17th to the 19th centuries,

including coaches, berlins, sedan chairs and

carriages. This museum is spread across two

buildings ‒ make sure you visit both!

Museu de São Vicente de Fora

Largo de São Vicente1100-572 LisboaThis church was built from 1582 to 1627 on the

site of a 12th-century convent outside the walls of

Lisbon. The Great Earthquake in 1755 destroyed

the cupola (and large parts of Lisbon: the quake’s

impact is still evident today in some areas). Today,

the museum houses a great collection of paintings,

sculptures, gold and clothing. It has many Baroque

azulejo tiles as well as displays showing how this

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art form developed. Amélia, the last queen of

Portugal, who died in 1951, is entombed here, as

are her husband, Carlos I, and her son, Prince Luís

Felipe, who were killed by an assassin in 1908.

Museu Calouste Gulbenkian

Avenida de Berna 45a

1067-001 Lisboa

https://gulbenkian.pt/museu/en/

This museum is really two museums, the Founder’s

Collection and the Contemporary Collection, which

share the lovely garden grounds. See the evolution

of Portuguese art in this enormous collection of

more than 6,000 pieces put together by Calouste

Gulbenkian over the course of his life. Items come

from all over the world and date from antiquity until

the early 20th century (including examples from

ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, Babylonia, Armenia,

Persia, Europe and Japan, as well as Islamic

art). Paintings include works by Bouts, Van der

Weyden, Lochner, Cima de Conegliano, Carpaccio,

Rubens, Van Dyck, Frans Hals, Rembrandt, Guardi,

Gainsborough, Romney, Lawrence, Fragonard,

Corot, Renoir, Nattier, Boucher, Manet, Degas and

Monet. Located a little to the north of the city

centre, visitors say that finding the entrance can be

a bit tricky but is well worth the effort!

Pavilhão do Conhecimento

Largo José Mariano Gago

1990-223 Lisboa

www.pavconhecimento.pt/home/?lang=2

The Pavilion of Knowledge – Ciência Viva is an

interactive science and technology museum. The

building was originally part of the 1998 Lisbon

World Fair as one of its most iconic pavilions, the

Pavilion of the Knowledge of the Seas. During the

event, visitors were invited to ‘take a journey’

across the seas from a historical, technical and

human perspective. The main exhibition hall

was designed to accommodate a ship from São

Jacinto Shipyards. In 1999, the building reopened

as a science centre and now serves to promote

scientific and technological culture in Portugal.

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Museu da Água – underground galleries of

the Águas Livres Aqueduct

Praça das Amoreiras, 10

1250-010 Lisboa

www.epal.pt/EPAL/en/homepage

This museum highlights the history of Lisbon’s

water supply from the Roman times until today

– not a dry topic, to be sure! It is housed in a

former steam pumping station, built in 1880, and

features four large steam engines. One has been

reconditioned as a working demonstration model.

The museum also features portions of Lisbon’s

1746 aqueduct. Visitors say they appreciate

the excellent details of the machinery, pumps,

thermostats and clocks in this lovely setting that

preserves a unique aspect of Lisbon’s history.

Palácio Nacional de Mafra

Terreiro Dom João V

2640-492 Mafra

www.palaciomafra.gov.pt/en-GB/Default.

aspx

Built from 1717 to 1755 by order of King João V, this

monumental Baroque and Italianised neoclassical

palace-monastery is located about 28 km from

Lisbon. It consists of a royal palace, a basilica,

a convent and a game reserve. It includes two

carillons, six historic organs, a massive library and

an 18th-century infirmary. The building has 1,200

rooms, more than 4,700 doors and windows, 156

stairways, and 29 inner yards and courtyards.

The palace was named a National Monument in

1910. Don’t miss the chance to glimpse Portugal’s

golden age at one of the greatest monuments in

the country.

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Palácio Nacional da Pena

Estrada da Pena

2710-609 Sintra

www.parquesdesintra.pt/en/

The Pena Palace, in the Sintra Mountains, is a mix

of Manueline and Moorish architecture created

by King Ferdinand II. The palace was built so that

it could be seen from any point in the large park,

which contains more than 500 species of trees

from around the world. This national monument

is one of the world’s best expressions of

19th-century Romanticism. The palace is a UNESCO

World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders

of Portugal, and is still used by the Portuguese

government for state occasions. Learn about how

the last queen of Portugal, Queen Amélia, spent

her last night at the palace before leaving the

country in exile!

Museu da Marioneta

Convento das Bernardas, R. da Esperança, 146

1200-109 Lisboa

www.museudamarioneta.pt

This unique facility is dedicated to the

understanding of puppets and puppet theatres,

featuring the history of puppetry in Portugal and

throughout the world, and exploring many types

of puppets. The museum has a series of African

and Asian puppets and masks from the Francisco

Capelo collection, in addition to Portuguese ones.

The puppets and the various ways they are used

are documented here, from folk representations

to erudite contemporary theatre. Housed in the

convent of Bernardas, the museum also provides

the opportunity to see a 17th-century building.

Fortaleza de Santiago

Rua da Fortaleza

2970-738 Sesimbra

Located on the shoreline in Sesimbra Bay, Santiago

Fort was constructed in the 17th century to defend

the entrances to the Douro, Tejo and Sado rivers. It

was one of the most important strongholds along the

Arrábida coast and served as a military installation

until 1992. Today, the military layout inside the fort is

well preserved, particularly the governor’s residence,

the garrison outbuildings, the powder store and

cisterns, the chapel and the dungeons. There is a

museum, permanent and temporary expositions,

and a restaurant with a terrace in a prime location.

Cultural activities also take place throughout the year.

Museu do Oriente

Avenida Brasília, Doca de Alcântara (Norte)

1350-352 Lisboa

www.museudooriente.pt/?lang=en

Portugal was the first European country to reach

the East and the Museum of the Orient celebrates

that history. The museum opened in 2008 in a

refurbished industrial building on the Alcântara

waterfront. The museum has two main collections.

One has more than 1,000 pieces, mostly from 17th-

and 18th-century China and Japan. The second, the

Kwok On Collection, has more than 3,000 pieces

related to the performing arts from Turkey to Japan.

Museu Geológico Rua da Academia das

Ciências, 19

1200-003 Lisboa

www.lneg.pt/MuseuGeologico/

The geological museum, located in the former

convent of Jesus, has been in existence for more

than 150 years. The 18th-century character and

exhibition structure have remained unchanged

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over the decades and provide a journey into the

past. Rich with geological and archaeological

exhibits, the museum’s permanent exhibition

consists of four rooms: palaeontology and

stratigraphy; the palaeontology of vertebrates;

prehistoric archaeology; and mineralogy. Explore

the composition of Earth from millions of years ago.

Palacio de Monserrate

Parques de Sintra, Monte da Lua

2710-405 Sintra

www.parquesdesintra.pt

Once the traditional summer resort of the

Portuguese royal family, the gardens of this

Romantic-style palace near the centre of Sintra

contain greenhouses, bridges, statues, waterfalls

and fountains. Species from across the world grow,

and the palace evokes the Orient. The property has

largely been restored, but some restoration work is

ongoing, offering the chance for visitors to learn a

little more about the palace’s unique history.

Palácio Nacional da Ajuda

Largo da Ajuda

1349-021 Lisboa

www.palacioajuda.gov.pt/en-GB/Default.aspx

The neoclassical Ajuda National Palace was the

official royal house in the second half of the 19th

century. Today, it presents authentic interiors and

important art collections in a lovely setting. Private

apartments are on the first floor, while state rooms

are on the upper floor. The museum displays

decorative arts from the 18th and 19th centuries:

gold and silver, textiles, furniture and ceramics

as well as paintings, sculptures and photographs.

Some important official government ceremonies

are held here.

Mosteiro dos Jerónimos

Praça do Império

1400-206 Lisboa

www.mosteirojeronimos.gov.pt/en/

This 16th-century monastery was created after

King Manuel I had the idea to erect a large

monastery close to the site where Henry the

Navigator had built a church dedicated to Santa

Maria de Belém in the 15th century, just outside

Lisbon on the banks of the Tagus. The monastery

was later given to the Order of St Jerome. It

describes itself as a cultural reference point that

has attracted artists, chroniclers and travellers

for five centuries. It is the burial place for king,

poets and others and is admired as a remarkable

piece of architecture as well as an integral part of

Portuguese culture and identity. It was named a

UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

Museu de Marinha

Praça do Império

1400-206 Lisboa

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The Maritime Museum opened in 1863 to preserve

the maritime history of Portugal, which was once

a dominant world force. Today, the museum

owns more than 17,000 items, 2500 of which are

on permanent exhibition, including a children’s

section and numerous ship models. Check out the

beautiful maps, centuries-old globes and lots of

details about famous navigators. The Vikings are on

display too! Visitors say this is a must-see for fans

of naval history.

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Museu Maçónico Português

Rua do Grémio Lusitano, 25

1200-211 Lisboa

www.gremiolusitano.pt

Learn about one of the most secret organisations

in the world at this new museum. Through the

historic archive of the past 150 years of Portuguese

freemasonry, discover the symbols and meaning of

the spaces and tools used at freemason meetings

and learn about the layout of the rooms and what

the pillars and tiles on the floor symbolise. See the

aprons, books, crockery and more used by this

unique and somewhat controversial group.

Museu Militar de Lisboa

Largo Do Museu de Artilharia

1100-366 Lisboa

www.exercito.pt

Located in Lisbon’s waterfront district, overlooking

the Tagus, the building that houses the museum

has a monumental portico at the main entrance,

designed by the French architect Ferdinand de

Larre, which survived the earthquake of 1755.

Learn about many unique aspects of Portuguese

history, such as the discovery of the sea route

to India and the nation’s participation in World

War I. This museum also features works by major

Portuguese artists of the late 19th and early 20th

centuries, such as Columbano, Malhoa, Carlos Reis

and Veloso Salgado. Be warned that not all exhibits

have information in English, but there’s always

something beautiful to look at, at least.

Palacio do Marquês de Pombal

Largo Marquês de Pombal

2784-540 Oeiras

www.cm-oeiras.pt/pt/Paginas/default.aspx

This magnificent palace, one of the aristocratic

houses most representative of the Rococo and

Baroque styles in Portugal, was designed by Carlos

Mardel in the second half of the 18th century. The

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beauty of the palace and its gardens is coupled

with farmland and a winery. The property also

contains an olive-oil press and a fishing lodge,

among many other aspects. Inside the palace,

visitors will find many impressive paintings,

frescoes, azulejo tiles and statues.

Castelo de São Jorge

Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo

1100-129 Lisboa

http://castelodesaojorge.pt/en/

Built in the mid-11th century, this fortification

has 11 towers that display various architectural

features characteristic of military fortifications

from the Moorish period. The steps up the sides of

the curtain walls provide access to the ramparts

and towers, allowing visitors to explore the entire

perimeter and take in wonderful views of Lisbon.

Wear comfortable shoes, as it’s a bit of a climb, and

perhaps avoid mornings because ticket lines can

get long. Check out the small museum of Lisbon

history on the site if you have time.

Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga

Rua das Janelas Verdes

1249-017 Lisboa

http://museudearteantiga.pt/english

This facility houses one of the best collections

of Portuguese and European art in the world. It

features works by Gonçalves, Bosch, Raphael

and others, as well as sculpture, silver, gold and

jewellery from around the world. The museum

also has a magnificent garden, with a restaurant,

looking over the Tagus. The museum’s website

states that parts of the museum are temporarily

closed, so consider calling ahead before visiting

to find out how much of it is open when you are in

Lisbon.

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Lisboa Story Centre

Terreiro do Paço, 79–81

1100-148 Lisboa

www.lisboastorycentre.pt/en

This interactive facility is an innovative space

dedicated to the historic events that shaped

Lisbon. It uses state-of-the-art technology that

combines elaborate sets, multimedia and sensory

experiences to take you on a journey through time.

Highlights include soaking up the atmosphere of a

16th-century warehouse and discovering products

from the New World transported in caravels, as

well as witnessing the tragic events around the

Great Earthquake of 1755.

Igreja de São Domingos

Largo de São Domingos

1150-320 Lisboa

Built in the 13th century by King Sancho II, this

beautiful church has undergone heavy renovations

over the centuries, due to earthquakes and fires.

At one time, national and royal ceremonies such as

funerals and weddings were held here. However,

the history is not all pleasant: condemned prisoners

used to be brought here for public execution.

Renovations are ongoing on this historic church in

downtown Lisbon where history is on full display!

Museu de Lisboa – Santo António

Largo de Santo António da Sé, 24

1100-499 Lisboa

www.museudelisboa.pt/

This church is devoted to the most popular saint

in Lisbon. It is a small but elegant Baroque church

erected on the site of an existing chapel, built by

King João II in the mid-15th century because it was

believed to be the place of birth of Lisbon’s popular

patron saint. The church survived the Great

Earthquake that destroyed almost everything else.

Visit the church and the nearby museum.

National Pantheon

Campo de Santa Clara

1100-471 Lisboa

www.patrimoniocultural.gov.pt/en/museus-

e-monumentos/dgpc/m/panteao-nacional/

The National Pantheon is a grand Baroque building

that houses the tombs of some very distinguished

figures. Built in the 16th century as the church of

Santa Engrácia by Princess Dona Maria, daughter

of King Manuel I, the building was later totally

rebuilt – but it took 350 years. Come and learn why!

The delays are clearly seen in the varying styles

throughout the structure. Even though it was never

used as a place of worship, it features a majestic

nave with a polychrome marble decoration typical

of Portuguese Baroque architecture. While you are

there, take an elevator ride to the top of the dome to

enjoy a fabulous 360° view of the city below! A flea

market is held nearby on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Museu do Aljube – Resistance and Freedom

Rua de Augusto Rosa, 42

1100-059 Lisboa

www.museudoaljube.pt/

This fairly new addition to the Lisbon museum

scene documents the struggle against the

dictatorship that governed Portugal from 1926 to

1974. It is housed in the Aljube building, which was

a political prison used by the secret police from

1928 to 1965. This spot is a must-see for anyone

interested in learning about the fight against

fascism and Portugal’s transition into democracy.

The view from the rooftop is a gorgeous bonus.

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Sport Lisboa e Benfica

Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica

Avenida Eusébio da Silva Ferreira

1500-313 Lisboa

www.slbenfica.pt/en-us/home.aspx

Come visit Estádio da Luz, the largest and most

modern stadium in Portugal, home of Benfica, the

biggest football club in Lisbon. Tours of this facility

will take you near the pitch and to the dressing

room, the press conference room and more. The

adjacent museum offers an up-close view of this

facility’s history. A visit here is a big thrill for fans of

the team and of the sport!

Take The High Road

With all its hills, Lisbon has many truly amazing

views. The city offers several unique ways to whisk

you up high so you can take in the sights from

above, including:

Acensor da Bica

Rua da Bica de Duarte Belo

1200-054 Lisboa

www.carris.pt/en/ascensor-da-bica/

Take one of the most iconic trips in Lisbon on a

tram that climbs a steep slope overlooking the

Tagus. Also known as the Bica Funicular, this is one

of the city’s greatest attractions. It connects Largo

do Calhariz to Rua de São Paulo – you could climb

it but it’d be a challenge. Bring your camera – the

colourful scenery is amazing!

Elevador de Santa Justa

Rua do Ouro

1150-060 Lisboa

www.carris.pt/en/elevators/

This 19th-century lift transports passengers up

the steep hill from the Baixa district to the Largo

do Carmo and the ruins of the Carmo church. It

offers unique sights of the city, including a viewing

platform at the top.

Acensor da Glória

Calçada da Glória

1269-124 Lisboa

www.carris.pt/en/elevators/

Climb from Baixa to Bairro Alto in comfort. Opened

in 1885, this lift lets you soar to the heights without

breaking a sweat.

Telecabine Lisboa

Passeio das Tágides

1990-280 Lisboa

www.telecabinelisboa.pt/Gondola-Lift-Lisbon

The Nations Park Gondola Lift opened in March

1998 for Lisbon’s International Exposition, and

is now almost a mandatory tourist attraction in

Lisbon. It features 40 closed cabins suspended

you up high so you can take in the sights from

above, including:

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30 metres above the Tagus river, each of which

holds eight passengers. The course follows the

estuary of the Tagus River, a few metres from the

riverfront. The South terminal is located next to

the Oceanarium; the North terminal is located

on Passeio das Tágides, next to the old Vasco da

Gama Tower. The trip, which lasts 8–12 minutes

and covers 1230 metres, offers exquisite views of

the surrounding area.

The Great Outdoors

Jardim Zoológico de Lisboa

Estrada de Benfica, 158–160

1549-004 Lisboa

www.zoo.pt/site/index_en.php

Meet the four-legged and finned inhabitants of

Lisbon at this zoo, which first opened in 1884. You

can travel around the world without leaving Lisbon!

Go to California and kiss a sea lion, pass through

Cuba and feel the skin of a snake, and go sailing

on the ocean to watch the dolphins. Meet gorillas,

elephants and giraffes in Africa. Watch the pelicans

feeding between Africa and Asia. Hide in the forest

to observe the okapis and explore Madagascar

to find lemurs. Be sure to save time to take in the

view from the cable car and ride in the train while

you are there.

Jardim Botânico Tropical

Largo dos Jerónimos – Belém

1400-209 Lisboa

www2.iict.pt

Also known as the Colonial Garden, the Tropical

Botanical Garden is home to more than 500

perennial species of plants of tropical or

subtropical origin. Visitors can expect to encounter

peacocks and many other free-roaming birds.

The garden is also home to the Tropical Museum

and to the Institute of Scientific Tropical Research

as well as several greenhouses, a herbarium, a

xylotheque, a seed bank and an in vitro culture

laboratory. Botanists travel from near and far to

study here. Although the grounds are reportedly

in need of better upkeep, if you feel the need for

some green space after days of sightseeing, this

might be the restful spot for you!

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Tapada das Necessidades

Largo das Necessidades

1399-051 Lisboa

The Tapada das Necessidades is a great place to

walk, read a book or have a picnic. Located next

to the Palácio das Necessidades, a former royal

residence, the park is one of Lisbon’s hipster

hotspots. Enjoy the three lakes: Palmeira, Estrelícias

and Duque de Lafões, and the surrounding reservoir

and statuary. Many members of the royal family

relaxed here in the past and, today, you can too.

Waterfront

In a coastal city where the sun shines

290 days per year, there is no shortage of

beaches or swimming pools to visit. Here are

a few suggestions.

Ribeira das Naus

Avenida Ribeira das Naus

1100-454 Lisboa

This recently renovated beach has a large grassy

area and broad steps extending down into the

river. There’s no swimming allowed but feel free

to kick back and soak up the sun, or take a stroll

around the area.

Oeiras Ocean Pool

Estrada Marginal-Praia da Torre

2780-267 Oeiras

piscinaoceanica.oeirasviva.pt/localizacao.htm

If you are not a fan of sand, the enormous Oeiras

Ocean Pool is filled with water from the sea and is

split into two sections: one for children and the other

for adults. Enjoy lounge chairs, changing rooms,

umbrellas, diving boards and a bar serving light

meals. Take in the view of the marina and the Tagus

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Beaches of Costa da Caparica

Just a few minutes from Lisbon is the Costa da

Caparica with its 15 kilometres of beaches. You

can get there by car, or catch a bus from Praça de

Espanha or Campo Grande, then hop on the mini-

train that stops at all the beaches to see which

appeals – the beaches range from calm to chaotic.

Most of them have good food and drink options,

which is always a bonus!

Beaches of Sintra

These beaches are enchanting. In Praia da Adraga,

Praia Grande and Praia das Maçãs you’ll find

resolutely Atlantic beaches with lots of sand and

excellent waves. The pure air, the beauty of the

hills and the train that descends from the centre

of Sintra to the beaches are reasons enough to get

to know them. Just minutes from Cape Roca is the

famed Ursa beach. Have fun!

Beaches of Cascais

The beaches between Lisbon and Cascais are

closer than you think. Take the train or a car:

the road follows the coast and has great views

of Lisbon and the mouth of the Tagus. Beach-

wise, Santo Amaro, Oeiras and Carcavelos are

the biggest and most family-orientated. Linked

to Cascais by the seafront walk, you’ll find other

smaller but still lovely beaches.

Shop Until You Drop

Lisbon has plenty of shopping options! Here

are just a few.

Amoreiras Shopping Center

Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco, loja 2037

1070-103 Lisboa

www.amoreiras.com/en/

Amoreiras is the flagship mall of Lisbon and a great

place for some retail therapy in comfort. Unique

shops (more than 140 of them) mean you are sure

to find something special! While there, be sure to

visit the lookout, which offers a unique 360-degree

view over Lisbon.

Centro Vasco da Gama

Avenida Dom João II, 40

1990-094 Lisboa

www.centrovascodagama.pt/en

With 170 shops, a six-screen cinema and a health

club, the Vasco da Gama shopping centre is a

destination for people wanting a fun day of shopping

with lots of options. The food court offers lots of

quick, easy meal choices. Located in a prime area of

Lisbon, the facility has been open since 2009.

Centro Colombo

Avenida Lusíada

1500-392 Lisboa

www.colombo.pt/en/

One of the biggest shopping centres on the Iberian

Peninsula, Colombo offers more than 340 shops,

more than 60 restaurants, eight cinemas (with an

IMAX), an outdoor garden, a children’s playground,

a bowling alley and a health club. Phew!

El Corte Inglés, Grande Armazéns

Avenida António Augusto de Aguiar, 31

1069-413 Lisboa

www.elcorteingles.pt

El Corte Inglés is a big store: 200 departments,

from fashion to food, with great products and

brands. Visit all 13 floors, and find them all!

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DININGINLISBON

What are you hungry for? Chances are you can find it in Lisbon! This wonderful city has

no shortage of dining options. Here are just a few.

Lisboete

Calçada Marques de Abrantes, 94

1200-720 Lisboa

www.lisboete.pt

Enjoy well-cooked food and a great wine list served

in a relaxed atmosphere. This restaurant is family

run and offers innovative Portuguese cuisine with

modern fusion elements, as well as a fabulous

tasting menu. Visitors say it’s not inexpensive but it

is great value for the quality offered. €€

Belcanto

Largo de São Carlos, 10

1200-410 Lisboa

http://belcanto.pt/EN/

This Michelin two-star restaurant was named

one of the best restaurants in the world by the

prestigious The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list.

This is widely seen as one of the nicest restaurants

in Lisbon, offering a unique take on Portuguese

cuisine in an elegant setting. Try one of the lunch or

dinner tasting menus for a wide view of Belcanto’s

offerings, combinations that are delivered with

great taste, presentation and variety. Save room

for dessert, if you can. Seating is limited and there

is only one sitting per night, so advance booking is

a must! €€€€

Restaurante Alma

Rua Anchieta, 15

1200-023 Lisboa

www.almalisboa.pt/en

Alma is a delightful, stylish restaurant with friendly

staff who will help guide you through the menu.

Visitors say the thought that goes into each dish is

incredible and the tasting menus may be the only

way to fully experience the cuisine. Enjoy the wine

pairings as well! Make reservations in advance if

you’d like to dine in this creative restaurant in a

great location. €€€€

Casa da Comida

Travessa das Amoreiras, 1

1250-025 Lisboa

www.casadacomida.pt/restaurante/

Casa da Comida is one of oldest restaurants in

Lisbon, offering its own twist on Portuguese food

served in a lovely setting (the outdoor patio is great

in nice weather) with good service and reasonable

prices. The menu changes regularly so you never

know what you’ll find. The hospitable staff are

happy to help guide your selections. €€

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As Salgadeiras Restaurante

Rua das Salgadeiras, 18

1200-396 Lisboa

http://en.as-salgadeiras.com/

The portions are huge at this warm, friendly

restaurant, and the cuisine is delicious, so be sure

to pace yourself early on so you aren’t too full to

enjoy the entire meal. The staff is attentive and

knowledgeable about the menus. The lovely facility,

with stone archways and beautiful table settings,

offers an intimate and romantic scene. €€

Solar dos Presuntos

Rua das Portas de Santo Antao, 150

1150-269 Lisboa

www.solardospresuntos.com/en-us/

welcome.aspx

This downtown restaurant has been offering

Portuguese cuisine with a Minho inspiration for

more than 30 years. It prides itself on ‘not so much

serving clients but rather receiving friends … we

believe that eating is an act of affection and serving

is proof of that friendship’. Choose from a wide

variety of seafood dishes as well as other regional

delicacies and tasty wine options. The desserts are

a big hit too. €€

Palacio Chiado

Rua do Alecrim, 70

1200-018 Lisboa

http://palaciochiado.pt/en/

Called the Palace of Gastronomy, the Palacio

Chiado features six renowned restaurants, a

dessert centre and two bars that offer a touch

of fun and original culinary experiences. Housed

in a centuries-old palace, this is an outstanding

cosmopolitan venue that blends history and

modern life. €€-€€€

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Altis Avenida Hotel

Rua 1 Dezembro, 120

1200-360 Lisboa

www.altishotels.com/PT/HotelAltisAvenida/

The Rossio restaurant, featuring a bar and terrace,

serves a buffet breakfast as well as lunch and fine

dining services in a setting that has stunning views

over Lisbon. Sample some of the finest dishes and

wines in Portuguese cuisine, presented with an

original and impressive twist. There is also a snack

bar for lighter meals and snacks. Visitors describe

this location as spacious, modern and comfortable,

with great service! €€

Eleven

Rua Marquês de Fronteira,

Jardim Amália Rodrigues

1070 Lisboa

www.restauranteleven.com

This restaurant has a minimalist design and serves

food worthy of its Michelin star. All the produce is

Portuguese whereas the cuisine is Mediterranean.

Great views can be found here, making a special

meal even better. Visitors say the food is creative

but not pretentious and the service wonderful.

Consider trying one of the tasting menus. €€€€

Lisboa à Noite

Rua das Gaveas, 69 Bairro Alto

1200-206 Lisboa

www.lisboanoite.com/eng/index.html

In the heart of the city, at the edge of the famous

Bairro Alto, in a building that once served as the

stables of the Palácio dos Condes, is Lisboa à Noite.

With its ancient well and original pombaline arches, it

describes itself as a shining example of a restaurant

that offers contemporary cuisine with authentic

Portuguese flavours, made with the finest ingredients

and close attention to detail. Meals are accompanied

by some of the best and rarest Portuguese wines.

It may be a bit hard to find—a small sign is the only

indication—but it’s worth the effort. €€

La Paparrucha

Rua Dom Pedro V, 18/20

1250-094 Lisboa

www.lapaparrucha.com/en

For nearly two decades, La Paparrucha has

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brought the best of Argentina to Lisbon. Of course

the beef is spectacular but there is also plenty

to satisfy those who don’t want meat. Don’t be

deceived by its appearance: this restaurant is much

larger than it looks. Ask for a seat by the windows

and enjoy the lovely view while you dine. €€

Estamine Art Food Drink

Calçada do Monte, 86A

1170-251 Lisboa

www.facebook.com/nossoestamine

This small place has wonderful food and a great

ambiance, with friendly owners who prepare the

food right in front of you and make you feel at

home. Enjoy the small dishes and tapas along with

tasty drinks. If you want a truly enjoyable meal,

consider visiting this unique eatery, but make a

reservation because there are only two tables! €

Leo

Rua do Zaire, 17C

1170-397 Lisboa

http://leorestaurante.com/

If you have a hankering for Indian food while

you are in Lisbon, look no further! The diverse

menu, which includes Nepali influences, is sure

to have something for every palate, whether

you prefer vegetarian or meat, spicy or mild or

any combination. Friendly service and a cosy

atmosphere help ensure you’ll have a great meal! €

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DRINK

Whether you are looking for a quick glass of wine before dinner out, or want a fun place

to spend your entire evening, Lisbon offers a real variety of nightlife options. Here are

just a few:

Tasca Mastai

Rua da Rosa 14/a

1200-387 - Lisbon

https://www.facebook.com/tascadomastai

For cocktails in a friendly atmosphere, consider this

spot. Visitors report it has a nice selection of wine,

craft beers, and delicious espresso martinis in an

intimate yet hip ambience that includes a variety of

books, drawings, art, and knick-knacks. Reasonably

priced menu is available too.

Alfama Cellar

Rua dos Remedios 127-131

1100-445 - Lisbon

http://www.alfamacellar.pt/en_GB/

The menu is constantly changing here, based

on what’s fresh and available, so go with an

open mind about trying something new! It’s not

inexpensive but it’s authentic and delicious. The

helpful wait staff is happy to help you choose from

their wide wine selection.

Cinebairro

Travessa da Espera 46

1200-176 - Lisbon

https://www.facebook.com/

Cinebairro-519910501441545/

Enjoy cheap and tasty cocktails during happy

hours, soak up the lovely interior, and tap your

toes to the fun tunes. Not a huge facility but it’s a

lot of fun.

Bairro Alto Hotel

Praça Luís de Camões, N. 2, Bairro Alto

1200-243 - Lisbon

http://www.bairroaltohotel.com/en/

The Cafe-Bar BA, is located at Bairro Alto Hotel,

with a separate entrance on Alecrim Street, is a

hot spot! Both cosmopolitan and trendy, it’s the

perfect place to get a cocktail or a light meal at any

time of day while soaking up the gorgeous views.

A sophisticated atmosphere blends with excellent

service, great music, and yummy cocktails to make

this a fun stop along the way.

RoberTine Tapas & Winebar

Rua das Taipas 65, 67-71, 71a,

1250-266 - Lisbon

https://www.robertinelisbon.com/

This wine bar gets rave reviews for both its

wide selection and cozy atmosphere. Enjoy the

tapas, the lovely terrace, and the soothing music.

Excellent service will help make you feel right at

home. It’s a little out of the way but worth the

effort.

Gin Lovers & LESS

Praca do Principe Real 26 | Embaixada

Concept Store

1250-184 - Lisbon

http://ginlovers.pt

This intimate restaurant is housed in a quiet indoor

courtyard at the Embaixada Concept Store. While

the food is good, it’s the wide variety of gins that

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really keep the crowds coming back. Visitors say

they have been served some of the best and

tastiest drinks around, crafted by skilled and

entertaining bartenders!

Hotel Tivoli Lisboa (Sky Bar)

Av. da Liberdade, 185

1269-050 - Lisbon

http://www.minorhotels.com/en/tivoli/tivoli-

avenida-liberdade-lisboa/restaurants

Visit one of the most impressive panoramic

terraces in Lisbon on the top floor of the Hotel

Tivoli in the center of Lisbon. Enjoy delicious tapas

or signature cocktails in a very unique ambiance

with three seating areas that include bar stools,

shelves, tables, chairs, and sofas! This isn’t the

cheapest place in town but it’s one of the most

special. Bring your camera – you’ll want to capture

the views!

Galeto

Avenida da Republica 14

1050-191 - Lisbon

https://www.facebook.com/pages/

Galeto/177271128958770

Come for the ambience (1960s retro decor and

diner-esque saloon bar; no booths or tables, just

long counters) and the drinks. It’s open from early

morning to very late at night, so you have lots

of opportunities to stop in and get a little pick-

me-up, whatever your schedule. The menu offers a

selection of traditional Portuguese fair as well.

351 21 354 4444

Sentido Proibido

Rua de Atalaia, 34

1200-000, Lisbon

https://www.facebook.com/Sentido-

Proibido-145405938852267/

Visitors say that if you love no-frills bars with nice

people, affordable yet huge drinks, and a chance

to sing along to classic rock tunes played live on

guitar while waving your lighter (or cell phone app)

in the air, then this is your spot in Lisbon! Maybe

you’ll even want to get up and dance.

Epic Sana Hotel

Av. Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco 15

1070-100 - Lisbon

http://www.lisboa.epic.sanahotels.com/en

This hotel’s 9th floor terrace offers an amazing

vista and a good food and drinks! In the Upscale

Bar, the view of the river and the rooftops is

phenomenal. An infinity pool (at an extra charge

for non-hotel guests) is a bonus, if you need to cool

off! The menu offers a variety of alcoholic and non-

alcoholic drinks, which you can pair with one of the

snacks or sandwiches.

Silk Club

Rua da Misericórdia, 14

Lisbon

www.silk-club.com/

Visit one of the most exclusive clubs in Lisbon.

The Silk Club, on the top floor of a building in Rua

da Misericórdia, is a member of the World’s Finest

Clubs. It has a minimalist décor – why compete

with the unique views of the city that it offers?

Try one of their original cocktails or the genuine

Japanese cuisine. With a DJ and sushi chefs, this is

a unique experience in Lisbon.

Hotel Mundial - Rooftop

Praça Martim Moniz 2

1100-341 - Lisbon

www.hotel-mundial.pt/

The Hotel Mundial is in Martim Moniz, one of the

liveliest squares in Lisbon. The bar at the top of the

hotel has an amazing view of the Castelo de São

Jorge, the river, and buildings in Baixa. The lounge’s

modern atmosphere is a popular spot to watch the

sun set while having a drink or a snack.

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NAVIGATINGPORTUGAL

A wide range of public transport and sightseeing transport options serve Lisbon. There

are various ticket types that will get you where you want to go in the city easily and

conveniently. Refer to the Lisbon metro map on page 28.

A few helpful facts

CURRENCY:

The euro, which is divided into 100 cents. Coins

come in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents,

as well as 1 and 2 euros. Each EU nation mints its

own coins, all of which have a common design on

one side, with a unique national one on the reverse.

All of the coins can be used in any EU country.

GOVERNMENT:

The monarchy was abolished in 1910, with the

formation of a republic. This became a military

dictatorship in 1926, which lasted for 46 years. This

is not remembered as a prosperous or positive

time in the nation’s history. In 1974, Portugal

became a parliamentary republic, and in 1986 it

joined the EU.

POPULATION:

10 million

CAPITAL:

Lisbon (population 545,000 in the city, with about

3 million in the larger metropolitan area). It is

continental Europe’s westernmost capital.

OTHER MAJOR CITIES (POPULATION):

Sintra (377,249)

Vila Nova de Gaia (302,092)

Porto (237,559)

Loures (205,577)

Cascais (205,117)

IMPORTANT RELIGIOUS DESTINATION:

The central Portuguese town of Fátima is known

for being the location where three shepherd

children reportedly experienced visions of the

Virgin Mary in 1917. Thousands of pilgrims visit the

Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima every year.

GETTING A DEAL:

Consider purchasing the ‘Lisboa Card’, which

gives you free transportation on the Lisbon Metro

subway and buses, trams and the lifts of CARRIS

lines. Also, you get free admission to 28 museums,

monuments and places of interest, and discounts

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on many services. Learn more at www.visitlisboa.

com/plan/tickets-offers/lisbon-card.

LANGUAGE:

Portuguese, but English is widely spoken,

especially in areas that are popular with tourists.

TIME ZONE:

Portugal is in the Western European Time Zone,

the same as the United Kingdom and Ireland. From

March to October, however, clocks are put ahead

one hour in most of the country.

EMERGENCY:

Dial 112.

GEOGRAPHY:

Portugal shares the Iberian peninsula, at the

southwestern tip of Europe, with Spain.

RELIGION:

84 percent of the country identifies as Roman

Catholic, although many people are not observant.

CLIMATE:

The average high temperature for October in

Lisbon is about 18°C, and the low is around 15°C.

SMOKING:

Smoking is not allowed in public enclosed places

such as taxis, shops or hotels. Some larger

restaurants still have smoking sections, however,

so be sure to ask for a non-smoking seat if that is

what you would prefer.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:

Buses and trains are readily available.

ELECTRICITY:

The electric current in Portugal is 230/400 volts at

a frequency of 50 hertz, and sockets comply with

European standards.

DRIVING:

Vehicles drive on the right in Portugal.

Seatbelt use is required.

TELEPHONES:

Public telephone booths accept coins and special

cards that are sold in some shops and newsstands/

kiosks and post offices. Mobile phones are very

common as well. All telephone numbers in Portugal

are composed of nine digits. To call Portugal from

another country, use country code 351.

TIPPING:

Tipping in restaurants is optional. Waiters are paid

a fair wage and a tip is seen as a way of showing

extra appreciation, not a way to make sure the

server is paid enough. It is common to ‘round

up’ the bill to the next euro, even in expensive

restaurants. Taxi drivers are not commonly tipped

much, if at all, nor are housekeepers in hotels.

(Sources: http://wikitravel.org/en/Portugal and www.

visitportugal.com/en/sobre-portugal/info-util.)

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USEFULPHRASESKey phrases in European Portuguese

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Welcome

Bem-vindo (>m)Bem-vinda (>f)Bem-vindos (pl)

Hello Olá

How are

you?

Como está? (frm)Como vai? (inf)Tudo bem? (inf)Como estamos? (vinf)

Reply to

‘How are

you?’

Estou bem, obrigado(a). E o senhor? (frm)Estou bem, obrigado(a). E o senhora? (frm)Estou bem, obrigado(a). E o você? (frm)Bem, obrigado. E você? (inf)Bem, obrigado. E vocês? (inf)Está tudo, obrigado. E com você? (inf)

What’s your

name?

Como se chama? (frm)Como te chamas? (inf)

My name

is ...

Chamo-me ...Eu chamo-me ...

Where are

you from?

É de onde? (frm)És de onde?De onde és? (inf)

I’m from ...Venho de ...Sou de ...

Pleased to

meet youPrazer

Good

morning Bom dia

Good

afternoon Boa tarde

Good night Boa noite

Goodbye Tchau (inf)

I don’t know Não sei

I understand Compreendo

I don’t

understand Não compreendo

Please speak

more slowly Fale mais devagar

Please say that

again Pode repetir isso, por favor?

Do you speak

English?

Você fala inglês? (frm)Fala inglês? (frm)Falas inglês? (inf)

I don’t speak

Portuguese.Eu não falo português

Excuse me Com licença!

How much is

this?Quanto custa?

SorryDesculpe! (frm)Desculpa! (inf)

Please Por favor

Thank you Obrigado (m) / Obrigada (f)

Where’s the

toilet?

Onde está o WC?Onde está a casa de banho?


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