A guide to the beautiful Miradouro de Graça viewpoint

Sunset explodes across the horizon at Lisbon's Miradouro da Graça scenic viewpoint — Sunset explodes across the horizon at Lisbon’s Miradouro da Graça scenic viewpoint

Here is a quick guide to the beautiful Miradouro da Graça viewpoint. Don’t miss this great vista, particularly at sunset.

The official name of this scenic viewpoint is Miradouro da Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen (1919-2004). A poet, a critic of the Dictatorship, and an author of childrens’ book, she was the first woman to win the Camões Prize for Portuguese Language and Literature.

This viewpoint was one of her favorite haunts in Lisbon, and she spent a lot of time here. She is buried at the National Pantheon, and her bust looks out over the view below.

Nonetheless, everyone refers to this miradouro by the name of the church courtyard where the kiosk stands.

Lisbon's Miradouro da Graça is packed at sunset. A row of people stands along the railing watching the sun go down. Behind them on the right is a bust of poetess Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen. The viewpoint was named for the poet, but now everyone refers to the popular site as "Miradouro da Graça, after the church next door. — The viewpoint gets crowded at sunset, but it is worth it. Behind those standing at the railing, you can find the bust of poet Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen

What to expect at the Miradouro da Graça

The Castelo de São Jorge and the 25 of April bridge anchor the left side of the panoramic view from Lisbon's Miradouro da Graca. — The Castelo de São Jorge and the 25 of April bridge anchor the left side of the panoramic view from Lisbon’s Miradouro da Graca.

To the left you see the castle and the 25 of April Bridge. A panoramic view of Lisbon is laid out in front of you.

There is a great kiosk with perhaps forty tables shaded by pine trees. This operation is in the courtyard of the Igreja da Graça church – one of Lisbon’s oldest churches. The church opened in 1271.

In my opinion, this is the best sunset in Lisbon.

The pine shaded kiosk at Lisbon's Miradouro da Graça has 30 or 40 tables

How to get to the Miradouro da Graça

Bright orange flowers circle the fountain in front of the Convento and Igreja da Graca in Lisbon

Calçada da Graça

GPS Coordinates: 38.716524060083074, -9.131503773406445

Walk uphill from the Alfama neighborhood following the tracks of Tram 28E, or take the Tram and get off at the Graça stop. Follow the curving sidewalk around the high wall of the convent, pass by the fountain and enter the Igreja da Graça Church courtyard.

There is a kiosk in the courtyard of Lisbon's Igreja da Graça church, as well as one of the best viewpoints in Lisbon — Igreja da Graça church

Miradouro da Graça Hours and Admission

This viewpoint is free to enjoy. It closes at midnight.

25 of April Bridge seen from the Miradouro da Graça in Lisbon — 25 of April Bridge seen from the Miradouro da Graça

What else is near the Miradouro da Graça

A palette of colors over the city, Miradouro da Gra25 of April Bridge seen from the Miradouro da Graça is one of the best sunset locations in Lisbon — Miradouro da Gra25 of April Bridge seen from the Miradouro da Graça offers a palette of colors at sunset

Miradouro Senhora do Monte – Continue uphill to arrive at this scenic viewpoint.
Jardim da Cerca de Graça – Continue downhill through the Graça neighborhood to find this green park.
Castelo de São Jorge – The centerpiece of Lisbon’s history and skyline. In and around Castelo de São Jorge – Lisbon’s castle
Alfama – Lisbon’s oldest neighborhood survived the earthquake, has great views, food, and Fado music.
National Pantheon – The dome in Lisbon, Santa Engrácia – The National Pantheon of Portugal
São Vicente de Fora – Visit São Vicente de Fora in Lisbon: Everything you need to know
Feira da Ladra – This flea market runs every Tuesday and Saturday at Campo de Santa Clara.
Feira da Ladra – Lisbon’s 750-year-old flea market
Tram 28 – Where does Tram 28 stop? All you need to know about Tram 28

For more information on Lisbon’s many scenic viewpoints – Lisbon’s Best Miradouros and Scenic Viewpoints – A visitor’s guide