Instagrammable places in Lisbon can be found around just about every corner and range from unique sculptures to unusual streets, from art galleries to bookstores with historic printing presses and beyond. If you're looking for a place to highlight your social media feed, Lisbon has just about everything. You can find quaint old-world pavement cafes, towering cathedrals, scenic public squares, public art installations dedicated to renowned local figures and even unique and interesting lifts.

Lisbon has so many places to photograph while you're here. You can spend weeks just taking pictures and still not catch everything there is to see. Check out some of the most instagrammable places in Lisbon to photograph and impress your online followers and real-life friends.

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    Arco da Rua Augusta

    Catch a photo of a statue under an arch

    Arco da Rua Augusta
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    Arco da Rua Augusta is a giant arch inside a bright yellow building surrounding the Commerce Plaza, offering Instagram-ready surroundings, columns, corridors and architecture. This is one of Lisbon's more famous Instagram spots and a must-see place. Try to capture the ideal angle so you can see the statue standing inside the arch. This place can get crowded during winter weekday mornings, so visit on a weekend morning for the best photo ops.

    A pro-tip: don't stop at the single photo of the statue. Walk through and take a picture the other way as well. The plaza is 12 minutes south of the city centre.

    Τοποθεσία: R. Augusta 2, 1100-053 Lisboa, Portugal

    Ώρες λειτουργίας: 24/7

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    Ler Devagar

    Check out a stunning bookshop

    Ler Devagar
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    Ler Devagar bookstore offers the chance to get into that reading state of mind while capturing colourful photos of shelves upon shelves plus beautiful artwork and historic surroundings. This place has even been named by prestigious publications like the New York Times as among the most beautiful bookstores in the entire world. It's inside one of the city's hippest spots, the LX Factory, and is stuffed with antique printing presses, a grand staircase, sculptures like the flying bicycle and even 2 bars where you can grab a beer or cocktail.

    You're welcome to pull down a book, grab a coffee and sit and read, just to be among people having great conversations. It's 16 minutes southwest of the city centre.

    Τοποθεσία: R. Rodrigues de Faria 103 - G 0.3, 1300-501 Lisboa, Portugal

    Ώρες λειτουργίας: Sunday from 10 am to 9 pm, Monday–Wednesday from 10 am to 10 pm, Thursday–Saturday from 10 am to midnight

    Τηλέφωνο: +351 21 325 9992

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    Padrão dos Descobrimentos

    Learn about famous Portuguese explorers

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    Padrão dos Descobrimentos, or the Monument to the Discoveries, offers scenic architecture along a riverwalk path and a huge sculpture that honours the accomplishments of Portuguese explorers. You can photograph the intricately carved monument itself and then climb to the top for panoramic photos of the surrounding region. This is a spot that's sure to garner tons of likes and create conversation on your social media feed. The monument is also a centrally-located spot on many tours of the city, so you'll likely walk through it at some point.

    Whether you're snapping the monument itself or using it as a base to photograph other areas, it's a solid spot. It's just 19 minutes from the city centre.

    Τοποθεσία: Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa, Portugal

    Ώρες λειτουργίας: Daily from 10 am to 6.30 pm

    Τηλέφωνο: +351 21 303 1950

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    Belem Tower

    Photograph the site where Vasco da Gama launched

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    Belem Tower is one of the best-known sights in all of Lisbon and a must-grab photo for your social media feed, with historical significance and stunning panoramic views for miles. This spot was the launching point for many famous explorers such as Vasco da Gama and Henry the Navigator. You can cross a wooden pedestrian bridge to get inside the tower and snap tons of photos of the surrounding region or capture the historic architecture from outside. The best time to snap the bridge is at sunrise or sunset when it's closed to visitors.

    Inside, you can catch narrow stone staircases and old prison cells, as well as the harbour. It's 20 minutes west of the city centre.

    Τοποθεσία: Av. Brasília, 1400-038 Lisboa, Portugal

    Τηλέφωνο: +351 21 362 0034

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    Mural Graffiti Fado Vadio

    Photograph a mural dedicated to local music

    Mural Graffiti Fado Vadio
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    Mural Graffiti Fado Vadio is a famed graffiti wall in the Escadinhas de São Cristóvão in honour of a traditional genre of Portuguese music on a formerly decrepit building. The musical style that it honours is part of the World Intangible Cultural Heritage list. The painting itself was the project of a small group of activists and artists seeking to improve and revitalise the neighbourhood where it's located. It's filled with iconic symbols of the music and famous singers of the city and region.

    The mural is a colourful, vibrant, and culturally significant spot to photograph for your Instagram feed. It's also in the heart of downtown, just a 20-minute walk from the city centre.

    Τοποθεσία: Escadinhas de São Cristóvão 14, 1100-213 Lisboa, Portugal

    Ώρες λειτουργίας: 24/7

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    Pink Street, Baixa

    Catch a picture of a Pepto pink street

    Pink Street, Baixa
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    Pink Street in Baixa is precisely what it sounds like: an entire street painted pink that also features a scenic bridge in the background and cobblestone sidewalks. This spot offers some of the brightest, most quirky, and unique photo op spots you'll find throughout Lisbon. It's iconic to the city and is also located in the heart of the city centre for easy access.

    To catch the best photos of this street, come in the morning just after the businesses open when the crowds are the thinnest, and the streets cleaned. It's also a nightlife centre dotted with bars and clubs, so if you're looking for a good time, pop in after dark.

    Τοποθεσία: R. Nova do Carvalho 24, 1200-161 Lisboa, Portugal

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    Elevador da Bica

    Ride the funicular through a picturesque region

    Elevador da Bica
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    Elevador da Bica is a funicular or ascensor that rises up the steep hill to reach the top of the Barrio Alto or Bica neighbourhood, offering picturesque photos. You'll see colourful and distinctive buildings, and the wagon itself is worthy of a picture. You'll also pass quaint boutiques and independent shops with beautiful facades, rustic houses with decorative garlands and a wealth of small restaurants and classic pavement cafes. A photograph here will let you capture the heart and soul, the very essence of not just Lisbon, but Portugal.

    Elevador da Bica is among the most famed funiculars in the city, and capturing the right photo requires patience. It's only 11 minutes from the city centre.

    Τοποθεσία: Rua de S. Paulo 234, 1200-109 Lisboa, Portugal

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    Lisbon Cathedral

    Take a picture of the city's oldest church

    Lisbon Cathedral
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    The Lisbon Cathedral is the oldest church in the city and offers an easy stop on your explorations with historic architecture and great neighbourhood views. The outside of the church alone is enough to light up most social media feeds. Still, you can also go inside for a tour to explore gorgeous stained glass windows, intricately carved statuary, and astounding scenery that dates back hundreds of years. The church is a working cathedral, so visitors are asked to exercise restraint and respect, especially while Mass is in session.

    The cathedral is a natural stop as you explore the town. It's easy to access, located only a 23-minute walk from the city centre.

    Τοποθεσία: Largo da Sé, 1100-585 Lisboa, Portugal

    Ώρες λειτουργίας: Monday–Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm (closed on Sundays)

    Τηλέφωνο: +351 21 886 6752

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    Santa Justa Lift

    Catch a shot of the city at sunset

    Santa Justa Lift
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    The Santa Justa Lift is a metal structure that dates back to the early 20th century and offers panoramic views of the city around from its stunning viewing platform. This lift will take you to a pedestrian path along a metal bridge which takes you to even higher ground to capture panoramic pictures of the entire surrounding landscapes. Coming here at sunset is highly recommended for photos of colourful rooftops that reflect the pink, red and orange lights in the distance.

    Before you ascend, however, be sure to take a shot of the lift itself, which also makes for an interesting photo. It's only 7 minutes drive south of the city centre.

    Τοποθεσία: R. do Ouro, 1150-060 Lisboa, Portugal

    Ώρες λειτουργίας: Daily from 7 am to 10.45 pm

    Τηλέφωνο: +351 21 413 8679

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    Miradouro de Santa Luzia

    Capture staggering sunrise photos

    Miradouro de Santa Luzia
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    Miradouro de Santa Luzia is a famous spot from which to capture a staggering image of Lisbon's brilliant sunrises over the water from atop a scenic hill. From the terrace, you'll catch not only coastline views but the brilliant red roofs of houses. The terrace itself is also Instagram-worthy. Its magnificent décor features lovely mosaic tiles and intricate columns covered with plants and flowers in the entire rainbow of colours. Not only is it an ideal viewpoint to capture the whole city, but a perfect spot for a romantic selfie to commemorate your trip.

    You'll have to do a bit of climbing to reach the terrace, but it's worth it. It's just 7 minutes drive south of the city centre.

    Τοποθεσία: Largo Santa Luzia, 1100-487 Lisboa, Portugal

    Ώρες λειτουργίας: 24/7

    Τηλέφωνο: +351 925 217 044

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