Cinema
Movies are a popular form of Sunday entertainment in Lisbon. They
are generally shown in their original langauge with Portugese
subtitles. Tickets cost around E5, E3.50 with concessions. For reduced
rates, head to the cinemas on Monday. The city's main theatres are
listed below:
- Cinemateca Portuguesa:
Libon's national film theatre with both international and local films.
Located at Rua Barata Salgueiro, 39. Tel: 21 359 62 26.
- Quarteto: Known for
playing art house films. Located at Flores Lima, 16, Northern Lisbon.
Tel: 21 797 13 78.
- Amoreiras: Has a
11-screen cinema showing Hollywood blockbusters. Located at Av Eng
Duarte Pacheco. Tel: 21 387 87 52.
- Monumental Saldanha: Features
a mix of independent films and select Hollywood films. Located at Av
Fontes Pereira de Melo. Tel: 21 314 22 23.
- São Jorge: Features
five screens and a classic 1950's ambience. Located at Av da Liberdade,
175. Tel: 21 31 034 00
- Vasco da Gama: Has 10
screens and conveniently located at the Expo 98 Shopping Centre. Tel:
21 893 06 01.
For an
update on
film schedules, try the links below.
Nightclubs
As the sun sets, Lisbon somes alive and has a vibrant night life.
Whether you fancy a cozy bar or a stylish lounge, you'll find some of
the best nightspots here.
Some of the most popular clubs include Kremlin,
a techno place more popular amongst the young crowd, Gringos
which boasts an excellent beer selection and Docks
Club which is a more sophisticated bar that overlooks the river
and is hugely popular on the weekends.