Casino de Lisboa (Lisbon Casino), Lisbon
Opened in 2006, the state-of-the art Lisbon Casino is nestled alongside the picturesque Tagus River, in the vibrant Park of the Nations ("Parque das Nações") district, which hosted Expo'98. Set amidst a burgeoning tourist hub, surrounded by four hotels and in close proximity to the Oriente Station ("Gare do Oriente"), the Lisbon International Fair ("FIL"), the Atlantic Pavilion, the Portugal Pavilion, and the Oceanarium, this casino enjoys a prime location.
Formerly occupying the space of the Pavilion of the Future, the casino, with its glass-cylinder entrance hall, boasts an architectural style that harmonizes minimalism with a focus on height and spatial optimization. The interplay of glass floors and walls creates an opalescent luminosity, complemented by cutting-edge multimedia installations that captivate visitors with their ever-changing chromatic allure.
As a hub of leisure and entertainment, the Lisbon Casino offers a remarkable array of shows from Broadway and London, as well as hosting major concerts in its performance hall, which showcases a retractable roof. Furthermore, the casino provides a wide range of engaging animations and gaming opportunities, with an impressive selection of 1,100 slot machines and 30 gaming tables. For culinary enthusiasts, a delectable array of culinary delights awaits, while those seeking cultural experiences will find themselves immersed in a rich tapestry of artistic and cultural offerings.
Formerly occupying the space of the Pavilion of the Future, the casino, with its glass-cylinder entrance hall, boasts an architectural style that harmonizes minimalism with a focus on height and spatial optimization. The interplay of glass floors and walls creates an opalescent luminosity, complemented by cutting-edge multimedia installations that captivate visitors with their ever-changing chromatic allure.
As a hub of leisure and entertainment, the Lisbon Casino offers a remarkable array of shows from Broadway and London, as well as hosting major concerts in its performance hall, which showcases a retractable roof. Furthermore, the casino provides a wide range of engaging animations and gaming opportunities, with an impressive selection of 1,100 slot machines and 30 gaming tables. For culinary enthusiasts, a delectable array of culinary delights awaits, while those seeking cultural experiences will find themselves immersed in a rich tapestry of artistic and cultural offerings.
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Sight Name: Casino de Lisboa (Lisbon Casino)
Sight Location: Lisbon, Portugal (See walking tours in Lisbon)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Lisbon, Portugal (See walking tours in Lisbon)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Lisbon, Portugal
Create Your Own Walk in Lisbon
Creating your own self-guided walk in Lisbon is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Belem Walking Tour
Also known as Santa Maria de Belem, the district of Belem is one of the most visited in Lisbon. Situated not far from the city center, it lines the Tagus River and is the original location of Lisbon's port – the starting point of the many great voyages of discovery by Portuguese explorers, such as Vasco da Gama – departed from here for India in 1497, and Pedro Alvares Cabral – for... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Alfama Walking Tour
Alfama is the oldest neighborhood in Lisbon, spreading downhill between the medieval former royal Castle of São Jorge and the Tagus river. Under the Islamic rule, Alfama constituted the largest part of the city, and was increasingly inhabited by fishermen and the poor. The reputation of being a poor area still lives on. The name Alfama derives from the Arabic al-ḥamma, which means "hot... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Lisbon Introduction Walking Tour
Legend goes that Lisbon's name has derived either from Allis Ubbo, meaning "safe harbor" in Phoenician, or from the pre-Roman name of the River Tagus, Lisso. Nestled at Europe's western edge and featuring numerous architectural styles, it ranks as the world's 10th oldest city and traces its roots back to the Phoenician Civilization, who settled it approximately three... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.3 Km or 2.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.3 Km or 2.1 Miles
Sao Jorge Castle to Lisbon Cathedral Walking Tour
Spreading on the slope between Saint George's Castle (Castelo de Sao Jorge) and the Tagus River, the oldest neighborhood of the Portuguese capital, Alfama, captivates visitors with its rich cultural heritage and picturesque ambiance. The area is home to numerous historical attractions and as such makes a perfect destination for a classic Lisbon walk!
Perhaps the best starting point for it... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
Perhaps the best starting point for it... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
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