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Panorâmico de Monsanto

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Graffitied, abandoned high-end restaurant that's now a popular spot for panoramic views over Lisbon. People often mention view, Lisbon, views, restaurant, city, nice, abandoned, building, Lisboa, vista,


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Estr. da Bela Vista, Lisboa, Portugal

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4.50 (4.4K reviews)

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  • 5/5 Ofek S. 1 year ago on Google • 260 reviews
    Abandoned building that used to be the dictator's favourite restaurant, the views from this place is amazing and you get to see all the different parts of Lisbon. But that's not the only good thing about this place, it has some amazing artwork and many artists have their art here, I would recommend stopping here on the way!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Michael K. 1 year ago on Google • 276 reviews
    I‘ve traveled a lot of places on this planet and yet have not seen many sunrise spots like this. Check the opening times, since it is really difficult to climb the new secured fences ;) Only 4 of 5 stars because they closed the gates during the sunrise. Pity! ;)
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Sarah K. 8 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    Unfortunately, everything was locked and gated when we arrived (having hiked an hour to get there!). Not sure if it had to do with International Youth Day, but it was disappointing to not be able to venture in. Saw several others make the same approach and walk away disappointed as well. We did enjoy the hike, though, and the views from parts of the trail were lovely!
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jomin N. 1 year ago on Google
    And abandoned old restaurant is now one of the best viewpoint to admire Lisbon from an unusual point of view. Reaching the place is not easy walking but you can do it! Inside there is a bunch of street art and a stone work with political satire. Of course is free.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David 1 year ago on Google • 125 reviews
    Meiner Meinung nach der interessantste Ort in Lissabon. Kurz zusammengefasst kann man sagen es ist einfach eine quasi Gallerie in einem aufgegebenen und verfallenen Gebäude. Alles gut ausgeschildert und einfach einen Besuch wert. Zudem auch ziemlich gut abgesichert, so dass es sogar für Kinder ungefährlich ist. Der Besuch ist kostenlos und es sind auch reichlich Parkplätze vorhanden. Als kleines Extra giebt es noch einen wunderschönen Blick auf Lissabon.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Peter Sz (. 1 year ago on Google • 199 reviews
    Existing vibrant place which is not a typical tourist attraction. There's a great view to the city, but the place itself is way more fascinating. Looks shabby at first sight because of the graffiti and other installations, but is clean and nice to look around inside.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Travel R. 2 years ago on Google
    A former restaurant now in disuse but with amazing panoramic views. There are some tiles with Portuguese scenes that remind me of the Communist restaurants of the 60s but also really cool graffitis. After you have a look around have a walk in the woods and enjoy the Monsanto trails,the trees and the flowers.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elisa T. 2 years ago on Google
    I think you could have opinions that will say this is not a must, but I'm pretty sure the view you have from here is way better than many viewpoints in the city. The panoramic view that Monsanto gives you is quite amazing, prepare your Camara not only for the view you're going to get but also for the art you're going to find here! Enjoy the time here, take your pictures and expect some likes!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Neo K. 2 years ago on Google
    I mean if you are in the area it's a nice thing to see. Its protected by security and its free and the view is pretty nice over lisboa but its not a must to go there. All in all pretty neat and nice.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rebecca S. 9 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    Nice walk up to this place. Lovely view at the top and I suppose if you like art it's a place for you.. but it's not as secret as you may think. The best part is all the nature surrounding the place.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rony Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely spot, 360’ amazing view, what I like and wasn’t expected that they keep the location clean. Highly recommended 👍
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Walter M. 4 years ago on Google
    An abandoned spot in the middle of the forest. Amazing place to take pictures, even within the structure itself. You so get one of the best views in all of Lisboa in my opinion. It is best to go at around 5 to start catching the sunset.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 King 1 year ago on Google • 68 reviews
    Dope view! The top was closed when I went but i was still able to take in some nice views. You're able to walk to get here if you'd like just expect to hike a little through the woods!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brian K. 1 year ago on Google • 80 reviews
    Worth a stop to see great views of Lisbon and experience a bit of history. The stained glass window is quite special and worth it. There are now posted hours which end at 6pm and security regularly makes rounds.

  • 5/5 Luis A. 4 years ago on Google
    Once a great restaurant, right in the middle of Lisbon lung, Monsanto. Although being very degraded, should be visited. The view is wonderful and will give your mind the opportunity to imagine what had be happened in such a place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Goncalo L. 2 years ago on Google
    Great view above Lisbon! Other than that nothing special about it. Could be a great place for a night club if restored!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ricardo R. 5 years ago on Google
    A great view but an abandoned place. It is literally falling apart. The graffiti, though, gives a cool vibe. I am glad I made it all the way there. Keep in mind there several levels: don’t miss the highest level.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yonathan S. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing place, the building is crazy, I love or. The view is average. But you should definitely go!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 pedro m. 4 years ago on Google
    Probably the most amazing view of Lisbon. There is a mystic about this place, because it used to be a high end restaurant, which ended up closing and being abandoned over the past years. You can see an intact ceramic artistic work from 1965.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joni L. 5 years ago on Google
    Mesmerising view over Lisbon and surroundings. 360 degrees view over Tagus River and the city. Also you can enjoy walking around an old ruined and abandoned building what can be a lot of fun. Note that the place as a security guard and it is only opened until 5.30 or 6 PM (depending on the season). Not a lot of parking space outside but you can always leave the car a bit further and walk a little bit around Monsanto Forest park 🌲🌳
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hayley C. 1 year ago on Google • 38 reviews
    Amazing trip out to Panorâmico de Monsanto. Took the train from Lisbon city centre then walked up through the forest (also very pleasant! No noise other than the birds and very serene). Great views, fun graffiti, some artwork with important social messages. Very cool, off the tourist path site!

  • 5/5 Ricardo H. 3 years ago on Google
    A secret gem in Lisboa if you're into street art.

  • 5/5 Julia S. 2 years ago on Google
    Really cool place, also has amazing views in every direction. It’s free and a walk there is through the nice Monsanto park.

  • 5/5 Tarik da C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful view, easy to reach and with parking (Original) Linda vista, local fácil de chegar e com estacionamento

  • 5/5 Maria B. 2 years ago on Google
    In love with this place. Too bad they closed upstairs part ((( I hope in future they will open again.

  • 5/5 Heiko R. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome view n nice street art

  • 5/5 M K. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice hike up in the forest for a view point on Lisbon while seeing some interesting garafti

  • 5/5 Aline P. 2 years ago on Google
    Great viewpoint! Worth go there.

  • 5/5 Sergio Prado Do B. 2 years ago on Google
    Street art added to the building, it looks abandoned. But security guard present. Great scene of the northern part of the city.

  • 4/5 Diogo 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing view of Lisbon , superb street art inveje heart of Monsanto

  • 4/5 Michal T. 2 years ago on Google
    This place probably offers the best view on Lisbon, you should definetely consider visiting it. It is free and it is interesting to explore the ruins where used to be a restaurant.

  • 5/5 Alexander L. 2 years ago on Google
    What a place! The views are only an add-on to this architecturally stunning restaurant turned ruin and the ways it's preserved as a combined monument, place for art and urban exploration deserves applause. Elsewhere it might have just been closed or torn down. Terrific walk through dense forests to get there. Do it.

  • 5/5 Francisco Manuel Pereira C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting space, deserved some investment to be transformed into a Bar / terrace or something similar (Original) Espaço bastante interessante, merecia algum investimento para ser transformado em Bar/esplanada ou algo semelhante

  • 3/5 Pauline V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Closed monument, for sale (Original) Monumento fechado, à venda

  • 5/5 Pedro M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice, nice view (Original) Muito bom, bela vista

  • 4/5 Tabby B. 3 years ago on Google
    If youre into 1970 abandoned buildings, youll love this place. Nice views of the city from far. Many tourists, though

  • 5/5 Pedro C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Best view over the city of Lisbon. Space with several works of urban art and some installations of renowned artists. At this moment, what remains of Panoramico is the responsibility of the Lisbon City Council. The space has a posted timetable and is permanently guarded by a private security company. (Original) Melhor vista sobre a cidade de Lisboa. Espaço com varios trabalhos de arte urbana e algumas instalações de artistas de renome. Neste momento o que resta do Panoramico é da responsabilidade da Câmara Municipal de Lisboa. O espaço tem Horario afixado e tem vigilancia permanente por uma empresa privada de segurança.

  • 5/5 Andrii N. 3 years ago on Google
    Great view and interesting decoration! You can all Lisbon from this place!

  • 4/5 Christian M. 2 years ago on Google
    Former restaurant, now abandoned good place to explore to get some of the best views of Lisbon!

  • 5/5 Michael K. 4 years ago on Google
    Once a great restaurant with panoramic views turned into a post Cold War esque graffiti heaven. Out jazz festival here is the best one in the city as well!

  • 4/5 Fino H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great view, well worth the walk through the park! A place devoted to street artists but still guarded against vandals. It has its own atmosphere. (Original) Świetny widok, warto wybrać się spacerem przez park! Miejsce oddane ulicznym artystom ale wciąż pilnowane przed wandalami. Ma swój klimat.

  • 5/5 soulution77 2 years ago on Google
    Nice view over Lisbon. Great street art and graffiti.

  • 1/5 Vincent T. 3 years ago on Google
    Drove up, closed for a private event for most of september 2020. Would have appreciated some sort of note on maps to prevent unnecessarily going all the way up for nothing

  • 4/5 Sam B. 4 years ago on Google
    It’s a really interesting spot! I was really disappointed though, there is formidable fences around the whole site. We walked the perimeter to see if there was a spot we could jump over easily but we decided against it. We came back around to the front and there was a security guard. So as far as I can judge it seems to be closed now, meaning we couldn’t see any of the views or explore inside the building itself. 100% worth having a look at the building itself though.

  • 5/5 Ben H. 1 year ago on Google
    Best views in Lisbon and great walking trails all around the park. Incredible graffiti and safe feeling for an abandoned building.

  • 4/5 João X. 1 year ago on Google
    Derelict restaurant building, which location, on top of a high point of Monsanto Forest Park, concrete structure and remaining artworks (creamics, murals, vitrals, etc), offers an outstanding experience, even if run down. The original project was designed by architect Chaves Costa, and opened to the public in 1967 as a restaurant-café to enjoy the views over Lisboa. Through time, the building was used for other purposes (nightclub club, offices, wearhouse, etc.) and was eventually abandoned. With the renovation of Monsanto in the early 2000s many mayors proposed solutions to bring back the abandoned structure but none found enough consensus. Facing the increased interest that the former restaurant was attracting by curious visitors, the city took the initiative a few years ago to fence off dangerous areas, clean up rubbish and invite some street artists to make art interventions. The result is still one of a modernist ruin, where one can still enjoy the wonderful views and the old architecture, along with the new art and remaining (rebuilt?) vitral, but in a discretely more aseptic experience. Access by car only. Car park right next to the building. Not wheelchair accessible. Free.

  • 5/5 Vladimir G. 1 year ago on Google
    Unexpected place. For those who like a little of underground culture. Recommended. Far from everything, we were on 4 so we picked a uber, but the way is a nice trail or bike route.

  • 5/5 Elisabeth L. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing view! Nice Graffitis all over the place and you are in the middle of a forrest. If you have time than walk through the park a bit as well, it is really nice.

  • 5/5 Murad R. 4 years ago on Google
    You really get an amazing panoramic view of the whole lisbon.

  • 5/5 Robin R. 5 years ago on Google
    Fabulous building. Apparently a failed restaurant, on top of hill. This has been 'decorated' by Street artists. But it's more than the usual graffiti tagging. Some of the artwork is spectacular. Also the view from the top floor is amazing. We'll worth a visit

  • 5/5 KHAN 4 years ago on Google
    Just wow, awesome viewpoint in Lisbon. Overall view of Lisbon at a glance! The natural beauty is absolutely tremendous. Want to go back again!

  • 4/5 Eyal c. 10 months ago on Google
    Beautiful view of the city of Lisbon and a lot of graffiti art, located in a lovely wooded area, nice place for a short stop

  • 5/5 Miranda R. 3 years ago on Google
    So happy to catch this spot open, definitely worth checking out 👍

  • 3/5 Pedro R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Many basic and smoked (Original) Muitas básicas e fumarada

  • 4/5 Daniele S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It has totally lost the charm of the abandoned lugo it had before and they recently closed the upper part which is the one with the best view. However, it remains a fantastic place. Damn private individuals (Original) Ha perduto totalmente il fascino del lugo abbandonato che aveva prima e hanno chiuso recentemente la parte superiore che è quella con la miglior vista. Resta comunque un luogo fantastico. Mannaggia ai privati

  • 3/5 Manny T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Although the building is abandoned. Making it one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Lisbon. The competent authorities could not let their state of degradation advance instead of putting barriers for people not to move to the upper floors. The money that was spent on metal grids could very well help in the state of conservation even without taking away the identity that the local local has these days. (Original) Embora o edifício esta ao abandono. Fazendo dele um miradouro dos mais bonitos de lisboa.As autoridades competentes podiam nao deixar avançar o seu estado de degradação em vez de meterem barreiras para as pessoas nao passarem para os pisos superiores. O dinheiro que foi gasto em grades de metal podia muito bem ajudar no estado de conservação mesmo sem tirar a identidade quebo proprio local tem nestes dias.

  • 5/5 Nuno V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Incredible view over Lisbon and the Tagus river! (Original) Vista incrível sobre Lisboa e o rio Tejo!

  • 5/5 Nuno F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The most beautiful place in Lisbon ❤️ (Original) O local mais bonito de Lisboa ❤️

  • 4/5 Pedro N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good spot for quiet escape (Original) Bom spot para escape tranquilo

  • 5/5 David M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great place to take some great photos (Original) Ótimo local para tirar umas excelentes fotos

  • 5/5 Guilherme L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful view (Original) Linda vista

  • 5/5 Jose V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful view over the city of Lisbon. Peaceful site beautiful countryside historic site (Original) Vista linda sobre a cidade de Lisboa. Sítio calmo paisagem bonita sítio histórico

  • 5/5 Coralie M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice view of Lisbon! It is an old derelict restaurant which is decorated with Tags Street Art and sculptures. Surprisingly the place is rather well known to the public, there were no people and even a guard. Ample parking at the front for parking. In the middle of a forest, accessible by car. (Original) Très belle vue sur Lisbonne ! C'est un ancien restaurant à l'abandon qui est décoré de Tags Street Art et de sculptures. Etonnement l'endroit est plutôt connu du public, il y avait pas de monde et même un garde. Grand parking à l'avant pour se garer. Au milieu d'une forêt, accessible en voiture.

  • 5/5 Carlos A. 3 years ago on Google
    Cool view!

  • 5/5 Marcus Vinicius de S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The view over Lisbon is impressive, if you come to visit Lisbon be sure to stop by this place .. (Original) A vista que tem de Lisboa é impressionante, se vem visitar Lisboa não deixe de passar neste lugar..

  • 5/5 Ryesher D. 3 years ago on Google
    Nov 21: The Panoramico is open and worth a visit. A pleasant trek up to the top and 30-40 minutes later you are greeted with some splendid views of Lisbon city. The abandoned hotel has a nice charm to it but honestly, you just come here for the views.

  • 5/5 Vania B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good (Original) Muito boa

  • 5/5 Joao F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Spectacular view over the Alcântara valley (Original) Vista espetacular sobre o vale de Alcântara

  • 4/5 teresa r. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A privileged place, with an incredible view, with enormous potential. Right now it's an alternative. (Original) Um local previlegiado, com uma vista incrível, com enorme potencialidade. Neste momento é alternativo.

  • 5/5 Celia P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Breathtaking view of Lisbon and Almada, a unique magical place (Original) Vue imprenable sur Lisbonne et Almada, unique lieu magique

  • 4/5 Filipa R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) the location is fantastic, it’s a shame that so many parts are closed (Original) o local é fantástico, é pena terem vedados tantas partes

  • 5/5 Nelson M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nhecos👌 (Original) Nhecos👌

  • 5/5 Maria R. 4 years ago on Google
    At the upper level of the former restaurant, the open view over the capital, framed in the green of the Monsanto trees and the blue of the Tagus is amazing. It's not too crowded so you can definitely enjoy the atmosphere, that in my perspective, it is definitely the most beautiful view in across Lisbon. All this beauty at a couple of kilometers from Lisbon city center with free parking available.

  • 5/5 Remy 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome! You have to go by car and you can see the whole city

  • 3/5 Walder M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I went around July and it was closed due to the covid, does anyone know if it is now open? (Original) fui por volta de julho e estava fechado devido ao covid, alguem sabe se agora esta aberto?

  • 4/5 Rafael F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The name is not for nothing, the best panoramic view of Lisbon for sure. It is a pity the place is the way it is, it could be much better used. However, it is worth the visit not only for the panoramic view but also for the street arts that are on the walls of the place and also other artistic works scattered throughout the building. (Original) O nome não é atoa, a melhor vista panorâmica de Lisboa de certeza. É pena o local estar do jeito que está, podia ser muito melhor aproveitado. Entretanto vale a visita não apenas pela vista panorâmica como pelas artes de rua que estão pelas paredes do lugar e também outros trabalhos artísticos espalhados pelo prédio.

  • 5/5 Paulo Jorge N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful, much of the place is closed, I think due to Covid, but you can still have a good view over Lisbon and take great photos (Original) Muito bonito, boa parte do local está fechado, penso que devido o Covid, mas ainda dá pra ter uma boa vista sobre Lisboa e tirar grandes fotos

  • 5/5 António C. 3 years ago on Google
    Open! From 09am to 06pm.

  • 5/5 Angel E. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful place (Original) Hermoso lugar

  • 4/5 Rui P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Ruins transformed into art, and a privileged point of view over Lisbon. (Original) Ruínas transformadas em arte, e um ponto de vista privilegiado sobre Lisboa.

  • 5/5 Marta Fonseca G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very cute! (Original) Muito giro!

  • 5/5 Barbara H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Quiet place and easy access. (Original) Lugar tranquilo e de fácil acesso.

  • 5/5 Лилия& �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A picturesque place to spend time (Original) Колоритное место для времяпровождеия

  • 4/5 pedro V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) From time to time I return. This time I was sad despite having new works, some of them very good. For two reasons. The top floor is closed and only this one deserves the designation of panoramic almost 360 degrees. I don't know the reasons. But above all, the murderous stupidity of some "tourists" who think it is correct to lie down on a fine cement bed to take a photo to send to friends. Don't talk to me about the prevalence of common sense. That does not exist in most souls. (Original) De tempos a tempos regresso. Desta vez fiquei triste apesar de ter novas obras, algumas delas muito boas. Por dois motivos. O último piso está fechado e só esse merece a designação de panoramico quase 360 graus. Desconheço as razões. Mas sobretudo a parvoíce assassina de alguns "turistas" que acham correto deitarem se na cama de cimento fino para tirar uma foto para mandar aos amigos. Não me venham falar na prevalência do bom senso. Que não existe na maior parte das almas.

  • 4/5 Bruno F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magnificent view of Lisbon .. Take a tour it is worth the detour ... Excellent .. (Original) Magnifique vue sur Lisbonne.. Faites y un tour ca vaut le détour... Excellent..

  • 5/5 Kevin van D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice (Original) Heel mooi

  • 4/5 Miguel M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful view of the city and surroundings, including the other side of Rio and Cristo Rei, with very interesting graffiti art, but it would be better if it were restored and used in another way with a terrace so that we can enjoy the view with a drink. (Original) Vista lindíssima da cidade e arredores, incluindo a outra margem do Rio e o Cristo Rei, com arte grafitti muito interessante, mas seria melhor se fosse restaurado e aproveitado de outra forma com uma esplanada para podermos apreciar a vista com uma bebida.


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