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Further Distractions Museu Nacional do Azulejo (National Tile Museum) Located in the Convent of Madre de Deus, which was built in 1509, this museum catalogues the history of the decoration that makes Lisbon so unique, with examples of azulejos (glazed tiles) from the 15th century to the present. Rua de Madre de Deus 4 Tel: (21) 814 7747. Fax: (21) 814 9534. Website: www.ipmuseus.pt Transport: Bus 18, 42, 104 or 105. Opening hours: Tues 1400-1800 and Wed-Sun 1000-1800. Admission: 2.25. Miradouros (Viewing points) With its seven hills, Lisbon has a number of places not only to see but also to see from. The Miradouro de So Pedro de Alcntara, at the top of the Elevador de Glria funicular, offers views over the Baixa and across to the Castelo de So Jorge. Sightseers are urged to hop off tram 28 to see the view over the Alfama and the River Tagus from the Miradouro Santa Luzia and Miradouro das Portas do Sol. Further along tram 28’s route, up the hill, is the Miradouro da Graa, which overlooks the Mouraria and the Castelo. The Elevador de Santa Justa is another great vantage point. Located at the end of Rua Santa Justa, it costs the same as other forms of public transit and is free with travel passes, although not with the Lisboa Card. Santa Justa boasts a caf with panoramic views. Miradouro de So Pedro de Alcntara Rua So Pedro de Alcntara Transport: Elevador da Glria; bus 58 or 100. Opening hours: Daily 24 hours. Admission: Free. Miradouro Santa Luzia Largo Santa Luzia Transport: Tram 28; bus 37. Opening hours: Daily 24 hours. Admission: Free. Miradouro das Portas do Sol Largo Portas do Sol Transport: Tram 28 or 12; bus 37. Opening hours: Daily 24 hours. Admission: Free. Miradouro da Graa Largo Graa Transport: Tram 28. Opening hours: Daily 24 hours. Admission: Free. |