Timeline
18:22
Walk among the centuries-old trees in the Botanical Gardens. The late afternoon sun filters through the canopy, highlighting the mix of climates in this historic collection.
19:37
Grab a quick bite at Restaurante Tascardoso. It is a standing-room-only spot serving simple, affordable Portuguese dishes like grilled sardines. It is open until midnight, so you can pop in for a small dish before the evening fully sets in.
20:52
Jardim de São Pedro de Alcântara
Walk up to Jardim de São Pedro de Alcântara. From the terrace on top of the Elevador da Glória, enjoy the excellent panorama of the city as the golden light fades into twilight. The view stretches over the rooftops and the river.
21:37
End the night at Os Tibetanos. This vegetarian restaurant affiliated with a Buddhist center offers a calm atmosphere and vegan-friendly options. The juice bar is a refreshing way to unwind after the walk.
Local tip
The Botanical Gardens close at 17:00. If you arrive after that, the garden step must be skipped or moved to a previous day. The food steps are all open late enough for an evening plan.
Check before you go
- Lisbon Botanical Gardens: Mo-Su 10:00-17:00. Entrance is €5.
- Restaurante Tascardoso: Mo-Fr 12:00-24:00. Standing room only.
- Os Tibetanos: Mon-Fri 12:15-14:45, 19:30-22:30; Sat 12:45-15:30, 20:00-23:00; Sun 19:30-22:30.
Worth knowing
- Restaurante Tascardoso is open at 19:37 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
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