Lisbon's cultural and arts center
Originally controversial for its striking modern architecture next to the
historical Jeronimos
Monastery, the Belem Cultural Center (simply referred to as CCB) was
built to host Portugal's presidency of the European Union in 1992.
It has since become the host of numerous international exhibitions (from photography to mixed-media installations), cultural
events and congresses, and is also an arts complex with the city's largest auditorium.
For years it was also home to the Design Museum,
but that space is now occupied by the
Berardo Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art.
The terrace café on the first floor with a
garden overlooking the river and the Discoveries
Monument is a great place to relax.
Where: Praça do Império, Belem
How: Tram 15
When: Every day; Ticket Office hours - 1PM-7:30PM
What: www.ccb.pt
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Jeronimos
Monastery - A World Heritage monument; Vasco da Gama's resting place.
Belem
Tower - The city's icon; a symbol of the Age of Discovery.
Discoveries
Monument - The world's explorers in stone.
Berardo Museum - World-class collection of modern art.
Coaches
Museum - The world's largest collection of magnificent royal coaches.
Maritime
Museum - The story of Portugal's pioneering role in world exploration at the sea.
Archaeology
Museum - Archaeological finds from over the centuries.
Tropical
Garden - Beautiful garden with rare plants from around the world.
Belem
Palace - The home of Portugal's President.
Memoria
Church - Elegant neoclassical church.
Ajuda
Palace - An extravagant royal palace.
Ajuda
Botanical Garden - Beautiful gardens overlooking the river.
25
de Abril Bridge - Golden Gate's twin sister.
Docas - Attractive dock area with cosmopolitan
bars and restaurants.
