Parish of Santo Antônio

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The Parish of Santo Antônio resulted from the merger of the parishes of S. Joseph, Heart of Jesus and St. Mamede is located right in the heart of Lisbon, part of the Historical Center of Lisbon.

The parish of Santo Antônio is the third least populated parish in the municipality (municipality) of Lisbon.





Historical Center of Lisbon
Liberty Avenue
The parish of Santo Antônio, which is located in the northern part of the Historical Center of Lisbon from the City of Lisbon is crossed by the elegant Avenida da Liberdade, which connects Rossio to the Eduardo VII Park, one of the most beautiful in the city.

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Area and Population

Fall in resident population
With 1.49 km², the parish of Santo Antônio has a population of 11,062 inhabitants (INE, 2021). In 2011, the parish had 11,836 inhabitants (idem), having had a small drop in population resident during this period.

Population density
With 7,423 inhabitants per km², the parish of Santo Antônio it has a population density above the average of parishes in the municipality of Lisbon.

The parish of Santo Antônio is the third least populated parish in the municipality (municipality) of Lisbon.

Residential neighborhood
Santo Antônio is an essentially residential neighborhood, with wide and relatively quiet streets, with beautiful traditional and residential buildings. Well served by public transport, with access via four subway stations (Avenida, Rato, Restauradores and Parque).

What to see in the Parish of Santo Antônio

In addition to the main tourist attractions in the parish, the Jardim Botânico de Lisboa, a space to relax during the day and the neighboring streets of Príncipe Real, with good cafes, bars and restaurants at night.

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Location

The parish of Santo Antônio borders the parish of Misericórdia to the south, with the parish of Santa Maria Maior to the southeast, with the parish of Arroios to the east and northeast, with the parish of Avenidas Novas to the north, with the parish of Campolide, to the northeast, with the parish of Campo de Ourique, to the west and, with the parish of Estrela to the southwest.

What to do in Santo Antônio Parish

Walks, shopping on Avenida da Liberdade and visits to the parish's main attractions, as well as other activities (sports, cultural).

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Where to stay in Santo Antônio

Thanks to its proximity to the Historic Center, there are several accommodation options in the parish of Santo Antônio. From five star hotels or belonging to large international chains to less famous establishments. check out following our selection!

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About the Parish of Santo Antônio

The parish of Santo Antônio, a noble neighborhood in Lisbon, peaceful and well served by transport utilities and other services, is considered one of the best places to live in the Portuguese capital.

One of the best places in the capital
Central neighborhood, with excellent infrastructure, well served by transport (accessible by four stations on the metro and Carris buses), safe and clean.

A bit of history

A place of great importance for the history of Lisbon and Portugal, the parish of Santo Antonio, has its origins in the Middle Ages: "At the end of the 12th century, and under the authority of the Bishopric of Lisbon, the ten first parishes (delimited land, in the city or in the countryside, where individuals who followed the same cult, having as main point the temple or the main church). In 1247, São Mamede, famous for housing the Lisbon Botanical Garden and the National Press Building. It is the oldest of the parishes that today make up that of Santo António" [JF de Santo Antôio].

More recently, the Parish of Santo Antônio was created in 2012, with the merger of the parishes of S. Joseph, Heart of Jesus and Saint Mamede.

Attractions of the Parish of Santo Antônio

With a rich historical and religious heritage, parks, gardens and many shops (Avenida da Liberdade), among the tourist attractions, stand out:

• the Avenida da Liberdade

• the Aqueduct of Águas Livres

• the Old College of Nobles

• the Elevador do Lavra

• the Onze Portas House

• the Fountain of the Rat


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Where to eat in Santo Antônio

There are several restaurants to take note of in the parish of Santo Antônio, nice places to meet friends, have a snack and taste the delights of Portuguese cuisine.

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San Antonio at night

Cafes, bars and lively restaurants make Santo Antônio an option for nights out quiet but lively with friends to chat, have a snack or taste the delicacies of the kitchen portuguese.

Practice sports in Santo Antônio

With plenty of green spaces in the parish and in the immediate surroundings, you can practice various sports in parish: walking, hiking, jogging, and other sports activities.

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Important urban roads

In addition to two metro stations (Rossio and Praça do Comércio stations), large avenues and streets pass by Misericórdia, as Avenida da Ribeira das Naus, Avenida de Brasília, Avenida 24 de Julho, Praça das Flores, among others.

+ Information

• Address/Address: Calçada Moinho de Vento 3
• Telephone: 218 855 230
• Official Link: JF de Santo Antônio
• Social networks: www.facebook.com/FreguesiaSantoAntonioLisboa/ , Instagram: @freguesiasantoantoniolisboa
• Contact by email: info@jfsantoantonio.pt
• Opening hours:
  From 10:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 16:00, from Monday to Friday

Lisbon Region

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