Barrio Walks
The city center of Lisbon is full of cool cobblestone roads and challenging staircases. When you visit, you'll feel like you've stepped back in time and are exploring a historic neighborhood. Check out the Alfama, Baixa, and Chiado areas for an unforgettable experience that'll awaken all your senses. Take a walk, explore the area, and make a pit stop at a cozy cafe!
Baxia to Chiado Walk
Take a leisurely stroll or hop on a trolley or funicular for a scenic ride to a cool neighborhood. Get on the Metro, take blue line from Avenida Liberdade and get off at the second stop, Baxia-Chiado. Head to Largo do Chiado and check out the statue of poet Antonio Ribeiro. Then, walk about 50 meters to Rua Garret to see the statue of another famous poet, Fernando Pessoa, who was known for his fashionable wardrobe to be seen in the society of early 20th century. Next, head to the posh neighborhood of Largo de Sao to see a statue of Fernando Pessoa with a book for a head (Bookhead). Then, make your way back to Largo Chiado and down Rua Paiva de Andrade for a cute shopping and café area. The walk takes about 10 minutes to reach Praca do Commercio, where you can catch a trolley or bus to the Bica Funicular. This ancient railroad car is a unique experience of transportation. The Bica will take visitors to Mercado de Campo. If you have plenty energy after this morning exploration, from Bica funicular walk to Gloria funicular to go up and enjoy the Miradouro de Sao Pedro de Alcantara. Don't miss trying the famous dish Pastel de Bacalhau.
We tried to find a recipe for the Bolinhos de Bacalhau, and we came across one by Ana Patuleia Ortins, who is the author of the cookbook Portuguese Home Cooking
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Most bakeries and supermarkets in Portugal sell Bacalhau, making it easy for tourists to buy and try this delicious snack.