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Arch of Rua Augusta
Sight4.7 · 26 2954.4 · 6 202≈ 32 minEntry: ~5 €
A monumental stone triumphal arch connecting the pedestrian Rua Augusta with the sweeping Praça do Comércio and the Tagus riverfront. Commissioned to celebrate the city's resurgence after the catastrophic 1755 earthquake, its crest features allegorical sculptures of Glory crowning Bravery and Genius, along with figures of Vasco da Gama and the Marquis of Pombal. A rooftop terrace offers 360-degree views over Baixa.
Highlights
- Rooftop observation terrace overlooking the Tagus River
- Allegorical statues of Glory crowning Bravery and Genius
- Carved sculptures of explorer Vasco da Gama and Pombal
- Historic mechanical clock mechanism inside the arch
Opening hours
| Mon | 10:00 – 19:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00 – 19:00 |
| Wed | 10:00 – 19:00 |
| Thu | 10:00 – 19:00 |
| Fri | 10:00 – 19:00 |
| Sat | 10:00 – 19:00 |
| Sun | 10:00 – 19:00 |
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