Alfama is known for it´s small streets, Fado houses, colorful and typical buildings, restaurants and for the proximity of the river that make it traditional, funky and very lively at night. Alfama was home to Lisbon's fishwives and fishing community. Today it's a neighborhood known for its traditional taverns and "petiscos" (tapas) restaurants, and for its many tiled facades. Alfama is perfect for those looking for an authentic local experience, in the hearth of the city, in one of the most characteristic neighborhoods in Lisbon. Alfama is known for it´s small streets, Fado houses, colorful and typical buildings, restaurants and for the proximity of the river that make it traditional, funky and very lively at night. Alfama was home to Lisbon's fishwives and fishing community. Today it's a neighborhood known for its traditional taverns and "petiscos" (tapas) restaurants, and for its many tiled facades. Alfama is perfect for those looking for an authentic local experience, in the hearth of the city, in one of the most characteristic neighborhoods in Lisbon.
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