In my blog, I am criticized when I share my Travel Lessons. Some people think I am a fool and have said so in no uncertain terms (see Festivus). This fool sometimes amazes himself with what I can pull off.
Standing on my balcony, overlooking the city center of Lisbon, I could not help but giggle at my fortune. The sound of laughter did not only come from me. Just below, there were crowds of people walking and enjoying this iconic, energetic city.
Barrio Alto
I remember the first time I came to Barrio Alto and took the historic Glória Funicular up the hill. At that time, I didn’t know that it only went a few feet! (see Bottom to Top: Doing Tourist Things in Lisbon).
I also recalled that there are many, many bars in Barrio Alto. I decided to have a look.
Stop #1: The Corner Irish Pub
6 euros for a Guinness is not awful, but with a weak exchange rate, I will not be returning.
TPOL’s Tip: If you need a Guinness, the address is Tv. da Queimada 9, 1200-285 Lisboa.
Stop #2: No Stops, just walking
How can people live in Livonia, Michigan, when there are old towns like Barrio Alto (see Finally, a Review of the Hyatt Place Livonia)?
Stop #3: Old Pharmacy
Alex met George, the proprietor of the Old Pharmacy, where wine tasting is encouraged. I tried wine from different regions, including a new favorite, Vino Verde.
TPOL’s Tip: The address is R. do Diário de Notícias 83, 1200-142 Lisboa
Stop #4: No Stops, Just Walking
If I had a liver that could stand it and a bank account that was unlimited, I would go to a different bar each night.
Home
That was more than enough for one evening. I am here for 45 nights.
Lisbon used to be nice but has become an Epcot version of itself having been overtaken completely by foreign tourists and residents. I once imagined it as a place to live but after my last trip I won’t ever return.
I love Epcot. There’s tourists and locals. It’s great.
Classy – there’s graffiti on the trolley.