Lisbon Instagram Spots: The Ultimate List

So you’ve planned your trip to Lisbon, Portugal, and you want to take some incredible pictures but don’t know where to go. Worry not—I have you covered! For my four-day itinerary, I’ve checked off my list of some of the most perfect Lisbon Instagram spots.

Whether you plan to go on a backpacking tour of Portugal on a budget, or you are on your honeymoon or a special vacation, beautiful pictures should always be on your list of things to do.

Lisbon, with its colorful buildings, blue tile walls, impressive hills, delicious food, and other attractions, is just the place to cater to any photographer’s needs. Even the most demanding of you will find at least a few appealing places to take pictures.

You don’t have to travel far to find charming corners; you only have to step outside.

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The perfect Lisbon Instagram spots

To make it easier to find them in town, I’ve included all the Lisbon Instagram spots I’ve chosen on the map below.

But before we start talking about the Instagrammable places in Lisbon, you must check out my 2 Days in Lisbon to get the best of your time in Portugal’s capital.

Ensure you also check out some of Lisbon’s most popular guided tours.

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Flytographer connects you to some of the best photographers in Lisbon! The best thing? They know how to work the light, and you can check out their past work before booking!

Lisbon Instagrammable places

BELEM TOWER

Start your day with a trip to the Belem Tower when you want to skip the crowds. It is worth going 30 minutes before they open the gates, and you can actually see it without people on the main bridge.

Its beautiful architecture and perfect location make it one of Lisbon’s most important tourist attractions.

I must admit that the inside is not as impressive as the outside, but it is worth a visit since you’re already here.

Book your skip-the-line ticket for Belem Tower and make the best out of your time!

Also in the area:

Padrão dos Descobrimentos
The Rose Compass

THE JERONIMOS MONASTERY

With its remarkable architecture, surrounded by a park, and some impressive water fountains just across the street from the sea, the Jeronimos Monastery is yet another photo spot in Lisbon.

Part of the UNESCO World Heritage, the Monastery dates from the 16th century. I recommend booking a ticket and seeing it from the inside.

PASTEIS DE BELEM

Enter the world of one of the most delicious sweets you will ever taste!

The Pastéis de Belém is the best place to look for the best pasteis de nata in town. Trust me, we’ve tasted the sweet egg tart as often as possible!

Stop here for pictures with the beautiful and iconic blue and white tiles.

Also in the area:

Palacio Nacional de Belem
Jardim Botanico Tropical

LISBON CONGRESS CENTER

Boasting impressive views whichever way you look, this is one of the hidden gems of Lisbon when it comes to photography spots.

Even though most other places were crowded as we explored them, we had this particular one all to ourselves when we arrived!

You can choose to bring some food and maybe a bottle of wine and just chill while taking in the beauty of Lisbon.

PONTE 25 DE ABRIL

You don’t have to cross the bridge to capture the best photo with it.

Walk the road along the Tagus, stop at the Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology, and look for the best spot from where you will capture your dream photo.

LX FACTORY

LX Factory is such a vibrant area that it will be hard to leave it behind and go somewhere else.

Packed with colorful graffiti paintings, cool cafes and restaurants serving delicious food, this awesome library (it might not be Livreria Lello, but still cool), and much more, LX Factory will give you a laid-back vibe you’ll absolutely love!

CAIS DO SODRE

The famous pink street with the blue and yellow buildings as the background is for sure one of the most popular Instagram places in Lisbon.

It is worth knowing that this area is packed with bars that get crowded as night falls. When we got there early in the morning, there were people washing the sidewalks. That’s why the color of the pink street might vary from one picture to the other, but I still think it is a beautiful place worth exploring for some pretty pictures.

RUA DA BICA DE DUARTE BELO

Maybe one of the most iconic pictures you’ll see from Lisbon – catching the yellow tram on the hills of Portugal’s capital. This is the right place to come just for that!

BAIXA – CHIADO

There’s not just one particular place in the Baixa-Chiado area where you will go for pictures. The whole area is filled with colorful buildings, small gardens, inspired graffiti, tiles, and so much more – any photographer’s dream!

ARCO DA RUA AUGUSTA

If you want to see this place without the crowds, make your way here early in the morning. This will give you time to walk around and find your perfect spot!

You’ll find many photography opportunities as you approach the other attractions in the area.

Other Instagram spots in the area:

Carmo Convent
Elevator the Santa Justa

CASA DE ALENTEJO

Don’t be fooled by the exterior of this house because the interior will take your breath away!

The impressive courtyard has such a strong Moorish flavor that it will be hard to leave without at least a set of stunning pictures!

MIRADOURO DA GRACA

No matter what time of day you choose to climb the stairs and get to the Miradouro da Graça, you won’t be disappointed by the breathtaking views Lisbon offers.

My favorite moment to come here was at sunset when we would enjoy a glass of wine at one of the terraces located in the small square while enjoying nature’s stunning show!

MIRADOURO DAS PORTAS DO SOL

One of the most vibrant viewpoints in the city, the Miradouro das Portas do Sol, is where almost everyone goes the first time they get to Lisbon.

Even though it will be hard sometimes to get a perfect spot, it is well worth the waiting!

MIRADOURO DE SANTA LUIZA

Almost torn from a painting, this is the most beautiful miradouro of Lisbon!

THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AZULEJO

If you are passionate about color and tiles and looking for inspiration or to learn about the history of tiles in Portugal, it is worth walking all the way to the Azulejo Museum.

We really enjoyed the time spent here, and even though the light might not always be the greatest, I’m sure you can work with that.

The restaurant and coffee place inside the museum is as lovely as the garden.

PENA PALACE

Yes, the next few points and places are not in Lisbon per se. However, Sintra and all the other places are only a short drive away from Lisbon, and most people who travel in the area will include at least one day trip in their itinerary.

The Pena Palace is the closest thing to a fairytale palace I’ve ever seen! Its location on top of the hill, all the pretty colorful tiles, and the impressive interiors—everything about this place puts it at the top of any list!

From any corner you might look at it, you will find it easy to discover a photogenic angle.

QUINTA DA REGALEIRA

A less popular attraction in Sintra, Quinta da Regaleira, maybe more charming than Pena Palace. It has a very different architecture, and its gardens hide other impressive photography spots—especially the well you might have seen in many pictures until now.

AZENHAS DO MAR

We knew nothing about this place, and we would have missed it if it wasn’t for our driver and guide. He understood what we were looking for and took us to this less-explored beach near Sintra.

As we approached it and saw the beautiful white buildings perched atop a hill, the natural pool, and the sandy beach bathed by the ocean’s waves, we knew this place was a winner!

CABO DA ROCA

The westernmost point of Europe is a popular place, but you shouldn’t find it hard to find a tranquil spot.

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