Chiado to Principe Real Uncover cultural gems on this walking audio tour

Chiado to Principe Real Uncover cultural gems on this walking audio tour

This short stroll takes you from one of Lisbon's most famous cafés in Chiado to a history-packed square and on to the trendy Principe Real district with spectacular views of Lisbon from various points. Major landmarks include Largo do Carmo, Santa Justa Elevator, São Roque church, São Pedro de Alcântara viewpoint, Principe Real, Praça das Flores.

You'll learn about some of the key moments in Lisbon's rich history and see a range of Portuguese ceramics in bakeries, a former convent-turned-beer factory-turned restaurant and an extremely ornate church. Discover a collector's dream come true, a magnificent tree and a palace that is now a shopping centre.

The tour is ready whenever you are. It plays audio automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smart phone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline. Total walking distance is around 2 kms and can be completed within 30 minutes although the tour is designed to take half a day or longer.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Largo do Carmo, Largo do Chiado 8, Lisbon 1249-125 Portugal

This is Largo do Carmo which, if you're here in May or June, will be shaded by Jacaranda trees covered with lilac flowers.

Duration: 1 minute

Stop At: Elevador de Santa Justa, Rua do Ouro, Lisbon 150-060 Portugal

If you pay to ride the Santa Justa elevator from the lower level, you can access the highest platform but the views you get from this upper entrance are impressive, and free!

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Museu de São Roque, Largo Trindade Coelho, 1200-470 Lisboa, Portugal

you can either decide to pop inside for some over-the-top decorations, or you can continue on the tour. If you go inside, I also urge you to pay close attention to the intricate mosaics and inlaid marble, as well as the azulejo-clad walls.

Duration: 1 minute

Stop At: Church of Sao Roque, Largo Trindade Coelho, 1200-470 Lisboa, Portugal

you can either decide to pop inside for some over-the-top decorations, or you can continue on the tour. If you go inside, I also urge you to pay close attention to the intricate mosaics and inlaid marble, as well as the azulejo-clad walls.

Duration: 1 minute

Pass By: São Pedro de Alcântara, 1250-096 Lisbon, Portugal

On your right is a large public square called São Pedro de Alcântara 'miradouro', or viewing spot.

Pass By: Príncipe Real, Lisbon, Portugal

This pretty little park provides a welcome patch of greenery for local residents and has a kiosk bar at either end as well as an indoor café, so you're welcome to take a walk around the park and explore further.

Pass By: Praça das Flores, 1200-332 Lisbon, Portugal

The tour ends at this beautiful park

Stop At: National Museum of Natural History and Science, Rua da Escola Politecnica 56 58, Lisbon 1250-102 Portugal

While the ground floor exhibitions are not particularly inspiring, the chance to explore the 18th century Chemistry laboratories of Lisbon University might appeal. The upper floor is full of interactive Maths and Physics exhibits and activities. You can visit either the gardens or museum separately or save money with a combined ticket.

Duration: 1 minute