The Basilica da Estrela with its elegant white façade is my favourite church in Lisbon — no small compliment in a city that fancies itself a second Rome.

The façade of the Basilica da Estrela in western Lisbon with tram #28 at bottom right.
If you’re starting from central Lisbon, it’s quite easy to find. Just get on the famous #28 tram, heading westwards. The terminal stop is right in front of the Basilica, as you can see in the photo above.
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