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Praça do Comércio
CultureVisit: ~30 min
A great square open to the Tagus, on the site of the former royal palace (Terreiro do Paço), destroyed in the 1755 earthquake and rebuilt afterwards under the impetus of the Marquis of Pombal. It is surrounded by yellow arcaded buildings and in the centre stands the equestrian statue of Joseph I, the work of Machado de Castro. To the north, the Rua Augusta Arch leads into the Baixa.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Praça do Comércio: 3 missions
- Go down to the steps over the TagusCross the square to the steps that lead down to the Tagus and sit facing the water.
- Walk through the Rua Augusta ArchStand in front of the great triumphal arch of the square and walk through it to enter the Baixa along Rua Augusta.
- Find the equestrian statue of Joseph ILook in the centre of the square for the statue of King Joseph I on horseback, the work of Machado de Castro.
Near Praça do Comércio
Ribeira Palace92 m awayRua Augusta Arch106 m awayManueline Portal of the Church of Conceição Velha247 m awayCasa dos Bicos366 m awayLisbon Cathedral (Sé)380 m awayRoman Theatre of Lisbon478 m away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Praça do Comércio?
Allow about 30 min for the visit.
Source: Wanloria