Chiado (5 km) - Take a stroll along the historical streets of this elegant shopping district, stopping for a cup of coffee with the statue of Fernando Pessoa, Portugal's great Modernist poet. Head uphill to Bairro Alto, for stunning views of the city and some wild partying in Lisbon's most popular nightclub district.
Praça do Comércio (3 km) - This magnificent plaza, facing the river, is the beginning of Lisbon's downtown. It is also known as Terreiro do Paço, meaning 'Garden of the Palace', relating to its function before the Great Earthquake of 1755.
St. Jorge's Castle (5 km) - Located up the hill, with a great view over the city and the river. If you have the energy, get there by walking from downtown, going through the fantastic old neighborhood of Alfama.
Santa Justa's Elevator. (2 km) - Located downtown, this elevator was designed by a follower of French engineer Gustav Eiffel and connects the downtown to the Trindade, located several metres uphill.