Pink Street (Rua Nova do Carvalho) in Lisbon is one of the city’s most famous nightlife hotspots, known for its vibrant atmosphere, colorful aesthetics, and lively bars and clubs. What was once the city’s red-light district has been transformed into a trendy social hub, attracting both locals and tourists looking for a great night out.
The street gets its name from its distinctive pink pavement, which was painted as part of an urban renewal project to revitalize the area. Lined with bars, restaurants, and nightclubs, Pink Street comes alive after dark, offering everything from cocktail lounges and live music venues to dance clubs. Popular spots include Pensão Amor, a former brothel turned eclectic bar, and Musicbox, a well-known venue for live performances and DJ sets.
During the day, the street is much quieter, but it’s still worth visiting to admire the colorful facades and street art. If you’re looking for a trendy, energetic place to experience Lisbon’s nightlife, Pink Street is the place to be.
Visit Notes
I chose to go here in the morning in order to avoid any crowds. I was met with a large crew of workers cleaning up the piles of garbage and spilled drinks from the night before. Not the most photogenic of places at that time. Once they had cleared out, the street was overrun with instagrammers taking videos of themselves walking away from the camera under the umbrellas. So… yeah… The best thing that can be said for this place is that it will only take two minutes to visit.
A better use of your time might be to visit the San Gines cafe a couple of blocks away where you can get some stellar churros and chocolate. The cafe sits on a little square (the Praça de São Paulo) which is home to the beautiful Igreja de São Paulo church.
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R. Nova do Carvalho, 1200-019 Lisboa, Portugal
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