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Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), Lisbon

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Now an elaborate and decorative waterfront square, Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco) was once home to the royal palace. Before the Great Earthquake of 1755, the royal family lived here. Today, the square acts as a port of entry to Lisbon. Meet with friends or begin your tour of the city at this central square, which houses the main tourism office on its west side. The square features a statue of King Jose I, a triumphal arch, and the Lisboa Story Center--an interactive museum. Explore the square and consider stopping in nearby restaurants and cafes, such as the famous 18th century Café Martinho da Arcada. Use our Lisbon trip planner to add Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco) and other attractions to your Lisbon vacation plans.

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Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco) Reviews

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• By richardjH8895BD

  the square lives up to it's claim of being best in europe as it welcomed Portuguese navigators nearby river front entertaining especially amazing sand and stone sculptures  more »

• By clearing_boxer

  It's a lovely square with shopping and restaurants galore. You can easily catch a cab to or from here, and it's a great jumping off point for other areas of the city.  more »

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• By José Antonio Martín Martín

  Looks lovely. You can't miss it if you visit Lisbon. Lots of places around to have a drink and eat something and great atmosphere. We walked through it several times while we were there and every time it was breathtaking.

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• By Tanner Anderson

  This is the heart of Lisbon. A very beautiful, well kept plaza. Full of tourists all the time, but that’s to be expected. Also, just watch out for pickpockets and guys trying to peddle drugs (mostly marijuana). But other than that it’s great!

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