And it’s on days like these that we need to put everything else aside to take in, with all the calm in the world, the greatest natural and free spectacle: the sunset in Lisbon.
Whether you’re holding a drink or not, alone or with company, from the top of a hill or by the Tagus River, at a viewpoint or on a rooftop, in Lisbon you can enjoy the sunset however you like.
Just as our sky boasts every possible shade of color — from pink to blue—there’s no shortage of places to enjoy your late afternoon with a smile on your face. And today, August 12, there’s an extra reason you won’t want to miss: the total solar eclipse— with the necessary precautions, of course.
So here’s a list of our favorite spots to remind you of the biggest cliché ever told: happiness really is in the little things.
Park
A toast to the evening on one of the city’s coolest terraces, tucked away above a parking garage.
São Pedro de Alcântara Viewpoint
The warm colors of the sun embrace São Jorge Castle in a true living canvas in the heart of Lisbon.
Nossa Senhora do Monte Viewpoint
From the highest point, the entire city surrenders to the golden beauty of dusk.
Santa Catarina Viewpoint (Adamastor)
Relaxation, music, and a bohemian atmosphere as the sun slowly dips into the Tagus.
The vastness of the river at your feet, where the sunset bids farewell amid the historic columns of Praça do Comércio.
Chapitô
Magic, circus, and breathtaking views blend perfectly into an unforgettable sunset on the way to the castle.
The monumental view that stretches down through the park’s greenery to the vast blue expanse of the Tagus, bathed in the light of dusk.
Carmo Rooftop
History and panoramic views come together on the Carmo terraces for a late afternoon with a touch of class.
Portas do Sol Viewpoint
Alfama is bathed in shades of orange at the end of a day worthy of a true postcard.
Lost In Lisbon
An Indian-inspired retreat, perfect for an exotic late afternoon overlooking the city.
Mundial Hotel Rooftop
A 360-degree view of Lisbon, with the Castle and Baixa as the perfect companions for the sunset. Sit on the riverbank and feel the breeze from the Tagus as the sun disappears over the horizon, in a scene of pure peace.
Ribeira das Naus
Sit on the riverbank and feel the breeze from the Tagus as the sun disappears over the horizon, in a scene of pure peace.
The sun sets over one of Portugal’s most iconic monuments, evoking the Age of Discovery.
Feel like the king and lord of the old city, crowned by a sky painted in shades of pink and gold.
See Baixa Pombalina and the Tagus River from above, in a spectacle of light that frames the city.
Ponto Final
On the other side of the river, in Cacilhas, you’ll have the unique privilege of seeing all of Lisbon illuminated by the day’s last rays of sunlight.