Busy square and transporation hub
Adjacent to Rossio is Figueira Square, one of the city's main bus and
tram stops, and with a great view of St. George's Castle overlooking it.
The buildings surrounding the square (which soon will be given
tiled façades) house hostels, shops, and cafés, including the popular
Pastelaria Suiça.
Close to the center is a bronze equestrian
statue of King João I, usually smothered by flocks of pigeons and surrounded
by teenage skaters.
On the south side, the charming old Confeitaria Nacional
was considered to be one of Europe's most elegant pastry shops when it
opened in 1829, and still serves some mouth-watering cakes.
Where: Baixa
How: Metro - Rossio Station
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Rossio
Square - Lisbon's elegant main square.
Comercio
Square - Monumental riverside square.
Rua
Augusta - The city's main shopping street.
Municipal
Square - Home of the City Hall palace.
Conceição
Velha Church - Church that survived the Great Earthquake.
Santa
Justa Elevator - An Eiffel Tower-like landmark with views over the city.
São
Domingos Church - A church marked by tragedy.
Rua das
Portas de Santo Antão - Pedestrian street lined with seafood restaurants.
Rossio
Station - A monumental train station.
Restauradores
Square - Large busy square.
Avenida
da Liberdade - The city's main avenue.
