The blue façade of the Heritage Avenida Liberdade stands out in an architectonic unit on the prime artery of the capital – Avenida da Liberdade. Subject to careful rehabilitation, this 18th century building has come back to life by dint of a project of a unique nature.

Designed by Miguel Câncio Martins – whose interventions in the most cosmopolitan capitals are surprising for their daring and creativeness – the authorship of this rebuilding is expressed by the diluting of the physical frontiers between the city and the hotel.

The purpose of the rehabilitation was to keep as many original elements as possible: the 18th century façade, the ashlar, the veranda railings, the wooden main door and the shutters with their original iron work, as well as the Pombaline tiles in the interior, have been subject to detailed restoration. In the exterior, the integrality of the architectonic design was conserved, maintaining the elegant features which characterise the Pombaline age.

Located on the main avenue of Lisbon, Avenida da Liberdade, a small boutique hotel in the historic centre of Lisbon.

From the Airport – Follow signs to Marquês de Pombal then towards Restauradores. Going up Avenida da Liberdade, on the right hand side, is the blue building on the corner with Largo da Anunciada.

From the South (Ponte 25 de Abril) – A2 highway across Tagus River then exit for Marquês de Pombal and follow signs to Restauradores. Going up Avenida da Liberdade, on the right hand side, is the blue building on the corner with Largo da Anunciada.

Avenida da Liberdade is Lisbon’s main boulevard where all the top shops, grander hotels, banks, airline offices are located and you can easily get anywhere in the historic center. Bairro Alto is just 2 minutes away with the Elevador da Glória. Baixa, Alfama and Chiado are within walking distance.  Originally built as a public park and named as Passeio Público it was inaugurated in 1764, created by Pombaline architect Reinaldo Manuel.

Avenida da Liberdade Market, sells everything from antiques to junk, every second weekend of the month.

Portuguese brands: Rosa & Teixeira, Fly London, David Rosas, Maria João Bahia, Lanidor.

International Brands:  Louis Vuitton, Prada, Armani, Todd’s, Burberry, Versace, Gucci, Givenchy, Yves Saint Laurent, etc. It is nowadays considered as the 35th most expensive avenue in the world.