Street Photography in Lisbon, Portugal

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Lisbon, Portugal is truly one of the best travel destinations in the world to capture some compelling street photography shots.

When I first arrived in Lisbon, my initial impression was that it was a bit chaotic. I couldn’t make sense of the winding narrow streets, busy squares and crowded sidewalks. But after a few days, I started to see this city in a different light. Instead of chaotic, I began to notice the vibrant energy of the city. Everywhere I looked I could see the unique Portuguese culture and the warmth of the locals. I started to appreciate the city’s uniqueness and energy, which made me fall in love with Lisbon.

There is art everywhere! And the architecture is mind-blowing, from the Moorish-era tiles that lend texture and rustic sophistication to every façade, to the super-sleek contemporary architecture that reveals a complex cultural aesthetic.

And the people, well, there are so many characters on the streets of Lisbon it’s a treat to just walk about and observe. And I like to observe with my camera in hand or in front of my eye.

Over the five weeks I spent in Lisbon I captured hundreds of street photos. Trying to narrow them down to a handful to share was a task.

Here are the Lisbon street photography shots that made the cut. I haven’t captioned them because I hope the pictures simply tell the stories that I saw.

Street Photography, Lisbon, Portugal

That’s It For Lisbon!

Portugal stole my heart… the first time I visited in 2016 and each time I visit. There’s just something about it that you can’t really capture in words. I hope the Lisbon street photos I’ve shared help you see what I feel when I’m there.

Drop me a message in the comments below if you’ve been moved by these travel photos of Lisbon, Portugal.

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