Graça

About Graça – restaurants, events, places of interest and sights in less than 15 min walk from our door


Versailles Republica Saldana
Christmas  ,  Culture  ,  Eat  ,  Graça
My Lisbon Christmas Cakes: Traditions, Graça Pastelarias and a Temple Called Versailles

Lisbon’s true Christmas spirit lives on in its traditional cakes—Bolo Rei, Bolo Rainha, and more—found in local bakeries where real neighborhoods still celebrate the season. Discover where to taste Portugal’s festive sweets beyond the tourist crowds.

December 1, 2025

Christmas  ,  Culture  ,  Eat  ,  Graça
Lisbon Sparkles: Why Christmas in the City (and from Tings Lisbon in Graça) is the Perfect Festive Getaway

Lisbon’s true Christmas spirit lives on in its traditional cakes—Bolo Rei, Bolo Rainha, and more—found in local bakeries where real neighborhoods still celebrate the season. Discover where to taste Portugal’s festive sweets beyond the tourist crowds.

November 22, 2025

The Doll Hospital is only 10 min walk down the hill from Tings Lisbon
Christmas  ,  Culture  ,  Graça
Do you know this Portuguese Christmas Tradition – "Doll Healing"?

One of the more bizarre attractions around Tings Lisbon is The Doll Hospital – or Hospital de Bonecas as the venues real name is. Perfect if you visit Lisbon with Kids but also perfect for grow-ups without kids 🙂 #Lisbon #Travelingwithkids #Portugal #Hotel #Christmas #Toys #Museums

December 13, 2024

Culture  ,  Graça  ,  Street Art  ,  Urban Art
Camilla Watson must be Lisbon’s most visible Urban Artist?

She has been around as long as VHILS, all tourists see her works. Still most of them don’t know her name. Camilla Watson who’s works are only 5 min from the hotel, must be Lisbon’s most popular unknown urban artist.

November 13, 2024

Martyrdom of Georgian Queen Ketevan Panels
Culture  ,  Graça
The Horror Tiles of Graça: Lisbon’s Hidden Masterpiece

It took me years to find the horror panels I read about in Indian Newspapers years ago…. guess where I found them? In Graça only 5 minutes from Tings Lisbon. They are amazing but also a little scary. But why are they secret?

October 22, 2024

Tinned Fish in Graca Lisbon POPlisboa Sardines
Eat  ,  Graça  ,  Shopping
Lisbon is the best place in the world for tinned fish?

If your are in Lisbon and don’t know what to bring back to friends or yourself – bring tinned fish. They are tasteful, handy and colorful and delicious treats when you get unexpected visitors. So buy a lot. #boutiquehotel #lisbonhotels #vistitlisbon #portugaltravel #luxurytravel #lisbonlovers #designhotels #hiddengems #lisbonfoodie #TingsLisbon #tinnedfood #cannedfood

January 20, 2024

The Lavra Funicular takes you to one of Lisbon's less touristic viewpoints - and to Campo dos Martires with the lush, green and children friendly Parque Canino. A true hidden gem
Graça  ,  Places  ,  Travel Inspiration
Elevators & funiculars – the shortcuts to hilly Lisbon

When we tell people that it takes us 20 minutes to walk from Tings Lisbon to Bairro-Alto the think we’re lying. But hey don’t know the Elevators and Funiculars. Here is a plan to all of them Including the new one Graça that will open later this year

July 3, 2023

Tram 28 Graca Lisbon
Graça  ,  Places
Our guide to Lisbon’s Tram 28 works.

in 2023 its 150 years ago the Tram was introduced in Lisbon. Today its one of the most popular attractions in town. It stops in Graca 100 m from our door so we get a lot of questions about the line. We use it ourselves – so these information are based on our own experience. Enjoy. #Tram28 #Lisbon#Lisboa #TingsLisbon#Graça #LisbonTravel#VisitLisbon #TravelPortugal #TramsofLisbon #ExploreLisbon

May 27, 2023

Tram 28 in Lisbon Graca
Graça  ,  Places
What you need to know about 28E Lisbon’s most popular tram

At Tings Lisbon, we’re more than just a hotel – we’re your gateway to authentic Lisbon experiences. Our latest blog post dives into the iconic Tram 28E, a must-ride for any visitor. Discover why this historic tram is the best way to explore the city’s hidden gems. #LisbonTravel #Tram28E #TingsLisbon #AuthenticExperiences #CityExplorer

February 9, 2023

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