Lapa
Lapa, one of Portugal’s most picturesque suburbs, is home to many international embassies, palaces, and mansions located on beautiful tree lined streets, and is steeped in history of Portuguese nobility.
The Lapa district is a serene residential region with spacious homes and little traffic.
Although it is primarily a residential neighbourhood, it does offer a very nice collection of both traditional and new restaurants such as Drogaria and Come Prima.
Along Lapa’s west side you’ll find the beautiful Tapada Das Necessinades, an impressive park featuring a vast array of local and exotic plants, as well as winding trails which make for impressive birdwatching.
One place you will fall in love with is a recently opened furniture, art, and plant concept shop known as LX Lapa. This unique gallery features the work of many local artisans and is lodged in a beautiful historic building;
At the bottom of the neighbourhood sits the Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, which is conceivably Portugal’s most significant art institution.
As one of Lisbon’s upper-class neighbourhoods offering prestigious ambiance with its historical architecture, Lapa draws the attention of families looking for beautiful surroundings with a sense of history and exclusivity.
Over time, Lapa has grown more rapidly as a result of the rising interest from international buyers.
With a close connection to neighbouring areas, You can reach Santos by taking a short stroll across the hills from Lapa. Furthermore, you can catch one of Lisbon’s famous trams to explore the city.
