Praça do Comércio

Visit this grand waterfront square, admire the Equestrian Statue of King José I, and enjoy the views of the Tagus River.

In their own words: “this is the 'Equestrian Statue of King José I' King José refused to pose for the statue this group represents Glory rewarding Valor and Genius”

Visit this grand waterfront square, once the site of the Royal Ribeira Palace, to appreciate Lisbon's post-earthquake reconstruction.

In their own words: “We are going to start our tour at Lisbon's most emblematic square which is Plaza do Comercio. This square used to be the site of the Royal Ribeira Palace, the main residence of the Portuguese kings until it was completely destroyed in the 1955 Lisbon earthquake.”

Stroll through this grand historic plaza on the Tagus River, admire the imposing archway, and soak in the splendid atmosphere, especially at sunset.

In their own words: “We've just come into the Placida de Commercial, a large plaza which faces the Teasour River, the heart, the beating heart of Lisbon... it is pretty. I mean, this archway behind me is very imposing, very pretty... Obviously one of the main hotspots of the city.”