A popular Baixa meet-up point, this spacious square commemorates Portuguese independence. Landmark structures such as the baroque-style Foz Palace, the art deco Teatro Eden, and the former Condes cinema building line its border, while a 98-foot (30-meter tall obelisk—the Monument to the Restorers—stands at its center.

Visible in the distance from any of Lisbon’s famous seven hills, the Tagus River is a lasting symbol of the city. Lisbon’s river port is one of busiest in Europe, and numerous container ships and cruise ships sail into town along the Tagus. Sightseeing boats and ferries also travel along the Lisbon riverfront.

One of Lisbon’s most iconic symbols, the yellow tram 28 rattles through the narrow streets and offers a unique perspective on the city. It’s one of the most popular things to do in Lisbon, for the sake of nostalgia as well as sightseeing: Highlights along the route include São Jorge Castle, the Sé Cathedral, and Jardim da Estrela park.