On June 10th this vast area is full of military and citizens celebrating the Portugal Day. The palaces on both sides were built to house governement officies dealing with the import of goods that brought the city its wealth. Now they are full of tourist attractions.

Surely the centrepiece of Lisbon when it comes to places to visit and to be overwhelmed by the dramatic setting and the overall use of space. This area is a magnet for people to enjoy and be engulfed by the ornate decor of the surrounding structures. What a sight. The space leading out to the crisp blue waters, with good weather, can make this quite a visual experience. The central statue also provides an element of elegant architecture that complements the huge arch that breaks into the city and attracts and allows tourists and locals to feel a sense of release from the claustrophobic tiny streets of Lisbon, that may have absolute charm, but can feel closed in. This monumental square is reminiscent of St Petersburg. Equally special.

Praça do Comércio (the Square of Commerce) is a large square plaza that faces the Tagus River on one side and on the other side is the Arco Triunfal da Rua Augusta, with six columns and huge. It's right near the subway stop and when I arrived, it was before 9 am and the square was quiet and pleasant to stroll through. If you walk straight through the arch, you'll hit a pedestrian plaza filled with restaurants, bakeries, pharmacies, and souvenir shops, an ideal place to people watch, shop, and enjoy a leisurely walk, and come to Rossi Square. I recommend visiting the area, enjoy the sights and numerous places to eat and shop.

This will likely be one of the first major sites that you see in Lisbon. It's the big square at the riverfront below Alfama and where Baixa Chiado starts. You will see where some old ships docked. Some of the warehouses were here and the old royal palace was here, all before the big earthquake. Now it is a paved square with a big statue in the center. Often the location of special events. Surrounded by bars and restaurants some quite good.

This huge plaza is so nice. You can grab something to eat along the plaza or can even get fresh squeezed juice by a vendor by the water. There’s some nice sardines stores in the area. Pink street and Time Out Market are a short walk away.

This is a large square in Lisbon located at the end of Rua Augusta. Its apparently the largest square in Europe. Located beside the square is the Arco da Rua Augusta where you can climb to the top and get great views of the surrounding area. In the square you will find the statue of King José I and thehorse Gentil.

Presumably the largest square in Europe which looks quite empty even with the crowds of tourists. You’ll come right to it if you wander along the Rua Augusta which opens up a view to the square via an impressive arch. In the middle there is a large statue of King Jose I and there are a number of interesting modern art installations there too.

This impressive square runs from the amazing Rua Augusta arch to the steps to the sea right on the shoreline. It is vast. Just a 5 min walk from our hotel we passed through here often. Very photogenic. Must see, hard to miss in fairness. Tram 728 to Belém stopped here. Highly recommended.

Lisbon's largest plaza is said to be the largest in Europe and is a must see when in the city. Beautiful architecture, lovely statues and a great view to the river. There are bars cafes and tourist information too.

This beautiful square was the site of the Ribeira Palace, which was the Royal Family’s residence, until the palace and much of the city was destroyed in the 1755 earthquake. The statue in the middle of the plaza is of King José I who was king in 1755. It’s now the home of the Portuguese Ministry of Finance and other government offices. The plaza is located in the heart of downtown Lisbon and easily accessible on foot or by Metro.