Most people visiting Lisbon are there to enjoy ornate architecture, Fado music, and amazing hilltop views, but there’s more to this city than meets the eye. The bridges in the Portuguese capital are truly spectacular and they’ll have you coming back time and time again.
Ponte 25 de Abril
One of Lisbon’s main attractions, this spectacular suspension bridge is often compared to San Francisco’s Golden Gate due to its color. It connects the city with Almada and offers amazing views of its main attraction: the imposing statue Sanctuary of Christ the King.
Vasco da Gama Bridge
Lisbon’s second most spectacular bridge that spans the Tagus River has only been around since 1998, but that’s not stopping it from being instantly recognizable. This cable-stayed bridge is 17 kilometers long and it’s the second-longest bridge in Europe after Crimean Bridge in Russia.
Águas Livres Aqueduct
If you’re a fan of historic bridges with an amazing backstory, Águas Livres Aqueduct will be your cup of tea. This gothic aqueduct was built in the 18th century and its main purpose was to supply the city with drinking water. It no longer serves its primary purpose, but it’s still one of the wonders of Portuguese engineering.
