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5 ideas to enjoy autumn in Lisbon!
October 16 2022
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Amidst the smell of roasted chestnuts and the mantle of leaves that cover the Portuguese pavement, there are many possibilities to rediscover Lisbon in the new station.
Whether in a theater to escape the rain or in a garden to enjoy the autumn sun, find out how to make the most of the city as the days get shorter.
1. Warm your heart with chestnuts!
If the days get colder, the hearts get warmer (with chestnuts!). In autumn, the streets of Baixa Lisboeta are perfumed by the sweet aroma of the much desired roasted chestnuts. The white smoke that comes out of the charcoal grills announces its arrival, nurturing the body and soul of young and old alike. Sold in paper cones, usually by the dozen, they range in price from €2 to €3.
Is there a tastier way to get to know the city on an autumn afternoon?
2. Stroll through secret gardens
Have you ever stumbled upon a secret garden? The new season can be an invitation to do so. Take the opportunity to see Lisbon's green spaces taking on autumnal colours. You can, for example, read a book in the quiet Jardim Professor António Sousa Franco (Lumiar), visit the Jardim das Marias (Benfica) - the result of a community initiative to reuse space - or even contemplate the River Tagus from the ornate gardens of the Museu Nacional de Arte Old
3. Take shelter from the rain in the theater
Return to the theater! With the intermittent weather, where rain showers us more regularly, watching a play is always a winning option. And who says a play, also says a music show or stand-up.
From concerts by national artists, such as Jorge Palma, to international musical events, such as WOMEX, or Teatro Tivoli BBVA,< /a> on Avenida da Liberdade, offers a range of varied programs, which appeal to different tastes and age groups.
4. Visit centuries-old bookstores
There are bookstores that are so old that they are confused with the city itself. Livraria Ferin, founded in 1840 in the Chiado area, is one of them. In addition to being the second oldest bookstore in Lisbon, the first is Bertrand do Chiado, which saw great personalities pass through here, such as Eça de Queirós, Fernando Pessoa or José Saramago.
Livraria Sá da Costa, created in 1913 on Rua Garrett, is also worth a visit. This living library, which maintains the original decoration, gives you the opportunity to interact with old books and manuscripts, some of which are true relics!
Immersing yourself in places full of History (and so many stories!) brings a feeling of comfort on the rainiest autumn days.
5. Discover the Hotel Marques de Pombal
What better way to enjoy the autumn days than having all of Lisbon in a hotel? At the Hotel Marquês de Pombal, right on Avenida da Liberdade, you can discover the city from the inside out. With rooms decorated with the main Lisbon monuments and photographs alluding to the city, in this vhotel it is easy to awaken Lisbon in the five senses.
On autumn afternoons, enjoy a session in the sauna or Turkish bath in our SPA area . End the day with a good glass of wine accompanied by a traditional Portuguese dish at Blú Restaurant b>, and fall asleep inspired by Lisbon.
Now that you know how to enjoy the new season in the city of the seven hills, we invite you to wake up with the best panoramic view of the city. Where? In the suite at Hotel Marquês from Pombal.
We hope to welcome you soon!.
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Whether in a theater to escape the rain or in a garden to enjoy the autumn sun, find out how to make the most of the city as the days get shorter.
1. Warm your heart with chestnuts!
If the days get colder, the hearts get warmer (with chestnuts!). In autumn, the streets of Baixa Lisboeta are perfumed by the sweet aroma of the much desired roasted chestnuts. The white smoke that comes out of the charcoal grills announces its arrival, nurturing the body and soul of young and old alike. Sold in paper cones, usually by the dozen, they range in price from €2 to €3.
Is there a tastier way to get to know the city on an autumn afternoon?
2. Stroll through secret gardens
Have you ever stumbled upon a secret garden? The new season can be an invitation to do so. Take the opportunity to see Lisbon's green spaces taking on autumnal colours. You can, for example, read a book in the quiet Jardim Professor António Sousa Franco (Lumiar), visit the Jardim das Marias (Benfica) - the result of a community initiative to reuse space - or even contemplate the River Tagus from the ornate gardens of the Museu Nacional de Arte Old
3. Take shelter from the rain in the theater
Return to the theater! With the intermittent weather, where rain showers us more regularly, watching a play is always a winning option. And who says a play, also says a music show or stand-up.
From concerts by national artists, such as Jorge Palma, to international musical events, such as WOMEX, or Teatro Tivoli BBVA,< /a> on Avenida da Liberdade, offers a range of varied programs, which appeal to different tastes and age groups.
4. Visit centuries-old bookstores
There are bookstores that are so old that they are confused with the city itself. Livraria Ferin, founded in 1840 in the Chiado area, is one of them. In addition to being the second oldest bookstore in Lisbon, the first is Bertrand do Chiado, which saw great personalities pass through here, such as Eça de Queirós, Fernando Pessoa or José Saramago.
Livraria Sá da Costa, created in 1913 on Rua Garrett, is also worth a visit. This living library, which maintains the original decoration, gives you the opportunity to interact with old books and manuscripts, some of which are true relics!
Immersing yourself in places full of History (and so many stories!) brings a feeling of comfort on the rainiest autumn days.
5. Discover the Hotel Marques de Pombal
What better way to enjoy the autumn days than having all of Lisbon in a hotel? At the Hotel Marquês de Pombal, right on Avenida da Liberdade, you can discover the city from the inside out. With rooms decorated with the main Lisbon monuments and photographs alluding to the city, in this vhotel it is easy to awaken Lisbon in the five senses.
On autumn afternoons, enjoy a session in the sauna or Turkish bath in our SPA area . End the day with a good glass of wine accompanied by a traditional Portuguese dish at Blú Restaurant b>, and fall asleep inspired by Lisbon.
Now that you know how to enjoy the new season in the city of the seven hills, we invite you to wake up with the best panoramic view of the city. Where? In the suite at Hotel Marquês from Pombal.
We hope to welcome you soon!.