Best places: Scenic spots in Linda-a-Velha, Portugal

Located in a churchyard, this highest point in the neighborhood offers panoramic views of the city.

This popular terrace offers dramatic, panoramic views of city rooftops & the water beyond.

Scenic viewpoint with panoramic city views of traditional Alfama houses with red roofs & churches.

These scenic oceanfront cliffs feature a natural archway & open cave created by pounding waves.

This popular observation deck with a pergola offers dramatic views of Lisbon & the Tagus River.

This sizable, landscaped terrace with a fountain offers panoramic views of the city.

Ornate, Baroque, 18th-century church with twin bell towers, housing Queen Maria I's tomb.

Expansive city park with exotic plants, a monument & panoramic views, plus a lake & kids' play area.

Aerial lift to a height of 30 meters over the Tagus River, with panoramic views of the Nations Park.

Secluded viewpoint offering scenic panoramas of the city & a small bar selling drinks & coffee.

Monument perched high in the hills, offering views of Palacio de Pena & surrounding gardens.

Hilltop lookout known for panoramic views of the city, Vasco da Gama Bridge & evening sunsets.

😐 I walk past here on the way the the garden section with many landmarks. It was hard not to notice it given how many tourists was looking at the ground. I also saw a tour guide giving it all in his story telling! My thoughts are that it wasn't particularly interesting as it was just a typically worl...

👍👍 Superb View loved it 👌 Especially the near Grocery store Mini Mercado and Frutaria you can buy fresh fruit and drinks and sit here to enjoy the beautiful view 😉

11th-century, hilltop Moorish castle & royal residence with palace ruins & archaeological museum.

👍👍 Excellent

Overlook with views of the sea & the Alfama district, plus benches & a kids' playground.

👍👍 Magical place, forgotten for decades. Beloved by Mr. Calouste Gulbenkian. Tranquillity and peace are found there.