Commerce Square (Praça do Comércio)

Commerce Square, or Praça do Comércio, is one of Lisbon’s largest and most recognized public plazas. Once the site of the city’s Royal Palace, which was destroyed in the catastrophic 1755 earthquake, the square has been meticulously restored. Today, it features ornate arches and grand civic buildings, with a striking equestrian statue of King Jose I at its center. Marble steps lead from the square down to the Tagus River, offering visitors a blend of historical significance and scenic views.