What's On: Sunday 8 November 2009

Market on the 1st Sunday of the month at Azeitão. Market for antiques held on the 2nd Sunday of each month.

Referring to the development of cinema and television in the second half of the 20th century, this exhibition shows how designers have persistently explored the dimension of time. Belem Cultural Centre, Praça do Império, Santa Maria de Belém. 10:00-19:00. Free entry. Tel: 213 612 878. e-mail: museuberardo@museuberardo.pt

Documents, paintings, movies and other objects documenting the life of and commemorating the 10th anniversary of the passing of Amália Rodrigues. Belem Cultural Centre, Praça do Império, Santa Maria de Belém. 10:00-19:00. Free entry. Tel: 213 612 878. museuberardo@museuberardo.pt

Exhibition of works on the theme of silence. Selected by Marin Karmitz, executive producer of such films as Krzysztof Kieslowki's "Three Colours" and Gus Van Sant's "Paranoid Park". Belem Cultural Centre, Praça do Império, Santa Maria de Belém. 10:00-19:00. Free entry. Tel: 213 612 878. e-mail: museuberardo@museuberardo.pt

This photography exhibition evokes the artist by Mikael Levin's family history from mid-nineteenth century Poland via Lisbon to Guinea-Bisseau. The photos are projected on three fifteen minute cycles and accompanied by a voiceover. Museu Colecção Berardo, Belem Cultural Centre, Praça do Império. 10:00-19:00. Free entry. Tel: 213 612 400. museuberardo@museuberardo.pt

Exploring the idea of how less is better for 2009 and the 21st century. Part of the Experimenta Design festival. Museu do Oriente, Avenida Brasi­lia, Doca de Alcantara (Norte). 10:00-18:00 and 10:00-22:00 on Fridays. Tel: 213 585 299.

"Exposição alusiva aos 400 anos das observações de Galileu." Exhibition celebrating the 400th anniversary of the first use of telescope by Galileo Galilei to make astronomical observations. Planetário Calouste Gulbenkian, Praça do Império. 10:00-17:00. planetario@marinha.pt

Ceremonial military marches on horseback as well as changing of the Republican Guard and in front of the Presidential Palace in Belem. 11:00. Third Sunday of each month.

Theatre, cinema and installations on the theme of unexplored territory. Cultural de Belém, Praça do Império, Santa Maria de Belém. Tel: 213 612 400. ccb@ccb.pt

Part of the tenth round of Liga Sagres fixtures. Estadio do Restelo, Avenida do Restelo. Tel: 213 010 461.

Non-demoninational Evensong service arranged by the Silver Coast Friends at the Baptist Church Caldas da Rainha. First Sunday of every month. 18:00-19:00

Riverside International Church interdenominational church meetings in English every Sunday at 11:00. Creche, and children and youth ministries provided. Meetings take place next to the Riviera Hotel at Praceta Infante D Henrique 80, Quinta do Junqueiro, 2775-584 Carcavelos. Tel: 214 836 590.

The Sea, Fine Art by King D. Carlos I. The exhibition looks into the artistic side of the monarch with a joint exhibit of sea themed watercolours at King D. Carlos I Maritime Museum, Rua Júlio Pereira de Mello. Open 10:00-18:00. Tel: 214 865 836.

English worship every Sunday at 10:30. Children's nursery available. Cascais International Christian Church, Av de Sintra 1154, Cascais. Tel: 214 861 856.

Catholic services in English. Mass each Saturday at 18:00, Sundays at 12:00. Confessions before or after Mass by appointment. At Igreja da Senora Dos Navigantes, Rua dos Navigantes, 2750 Cascais. Tel: 214 673 771.

Focusing on European cinema and directors the festival will show 12 films in competition and include appearances from David Cronenberg, Juliette Binoche, David Byrne, Manfred Eicher and Alexandre Desplat. Casino Estoril, Praça José Teodoro dos Santos, and Estoril Congress Centre, Avenida Clotilde. €3 per ticket, or €20 for a pass. Tel: 213 255 800. info@estoril-filmfestival.com

Worship in English every Sunday at 09:30. St Paul's Church, Avenida Bombeiros Voluntarios, Estoril. Tel: 214 692 303.

The 5th Vodafone Transiberian Rally, over 1,500 kilometres passes along the Estoril Coast, on June 15, and features top drivers such as Carlos Sainz and Luc Alphand. The Championship is one of the most prestigious rallies in the world, given that it is the only one that counts for the World Rally Championship.

800 kilometres of unexplored tracks and trails along the Estoril Coast and Sintra-Cascais Nature Park will challenge 67 adventure sport teams from 28 countries in the Portuguese leg of this competition.

Everyone is invited to sell their recycled or transformed products. Registration is free at the Crew Hassan or by email (crew_hassan@yahoo.com). At the Crew Hassan, Rua Portas de Santo Antão, 159, 1. This fair is held every second Saturday of the month from 15:00-22:00. Tel: 213 466 119.

The 'Physics on a daily basis: the live book of Rómulo de Carvalho' exhibit includes 73 science experiments for visitors at Pavilhão do Conhecimento, Centro de Ciência Viva, Parque das Nações, Alameda dos Oceanos. Open Tuesday to Friday 10:00-19:00 and weekends and public holidays 11:00-19:00. Tel: 218 917 100.

Exhibition commemorating the 1700 years of S. Vincent the Martyr at Largo da Se, Sé de Lisboa. Tel: 218 876 628.

The O Corpo Humano como nunca o viu exhibition fills nine galleries and uses real human specimens to offer visitors a complete visual manual of the human body. At Rua da Escola Politecnica 42, Principe Real. Tel: 213 466 255.

Recreates the atmosphere of a Mediterranean garden with typical butterflies of Iberian fauna in different phases of their life cycle: eggs, caterpillars, cocoons and free flying adults. Natural History Museum, Rua da Escola Politécnica, 56/58. 10:00-17:00. €1. Tel: 213 965 388.

Showing how graphic designers have evoked motion and represented the passage of time in still graphics. Part of the Experimenta Design festival. Museu Colecção Berardo, Praça do Império, 1449-003 Lisboa. 10:00-19:00 and 10:00-22:00 on Fridays. Free entry. Tel: 213 612 918.

Looks at the rhythms and speeds that a group of international designers and studios work at, and how this impacts the process of designing. Part of the Experimenta Design festival. Antigo Picadeiro do Colégio dos Nobres/Museus da Politécnica, Rua da Escola Politécnica 60. 11:00-20:00.

Four different moments in time seen through the eyes of three Angolan artists who address the speed of present and future and the emotional underlying power of memory. Lounging Space, Pátio do Tijolo 25. 11:00-00:00 and 11:00-02:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. Free entry.

"Fotografias de Jorge Molder." On the theme of dream interpretation. Calouste Gulbenkian Centro de Arte Moderna, Rua Dr. Nicolau de Bettencourt. 10:00-18:00. Tel: 217 823 474. camjap@gulbenkian.pt

A temporary exhibition of the artist's work. Calouste Gulbenkian Centro de Arte Moderna, Rua Dr. Nicolau de Bettencourt. 10:00-18:00. Tel: 217 823 474. camjap@gulbenkian.pt

Drawing, sculpture, installation, video and photography. Museu Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro, Campo Grande, 382 1700 Lisboa. 10:00-18:00. Tel: 218 170 667.

"Inside (Arte e Ciência)." Featuring works involving biotechnology, artificial intelligence, robotics and interactivity in celebration of the art and science of the 21st century. Galeria do Torreão Nascente da Cordoaria Nacional, Avenida da India. 10:00-19:00, 14:00-19:00 at weekends. Tel: 213 642 909.

Commemorating the legendary fado singer Amália Rodrigues' time in the Big Apple. Museu do Fado, Largo do Chafariz de Dentro 1.

Exhibition about fado singer Amalia Rodrigues. Museu do Fado, Largo do Chafariz de Dentro 1. 10:00-18:00.

Painting, sculpture and video by Rui Toscano on the theme of fragmentation. Chiado 8 Arte Contemporânea, Largo do Chiado 8. Tel: 213 237 346.

Exhibition tracing the life and work of Georges Lemaitre, the man who proposed what is today known as the Big Bang theory. Centro Comercial Amoreiras, Baixa Chiado.

"Registos do Céu-Astronomia em Manuscritos da Torre do Tombo." On the study and impact of astronomy in the 400 years since Galileo's first astronomical observations with a telescope. Directorate-General of Archives//Torre do Tombo (DGARQ), Alameda da Universidade, 1640-010. lurdes.henriques@dgarq.gov.pt

"150º Aniversário do Nascimento de Eduardo de Noronha (1859-1948)." A tribute to the writer and journalist Eduardo de Noronha. Biblioteca Municipal Central, Palácio Galveias.

"150º Aniversário do Nascimento de Eduardo de Noronha (1859-1948)." A tribute to the writer and journalist Eduardo de Noronha. Hemeroteca Municipal de Lisboa, Rua de São Pedro de Alcântara 3.

A Banda Animais de Palco is a musical play where animals perform in a worldwide concert to save the planet. The children are encouraged to sing along. At the Teatro Mundial, rua Martens Ferrão 12 A. On Saturdays at 15:00 and Sundays at 11:00. Tickets cost €10. Tel: 213 574 089.

International lighting and urban art event that floods Lisbon's streets and monuments with light and contemporary art. Across the city. Free.

Biennial event that highlights Lisbon's creative potential. Includes exhibitions, lectures, debates and urban events at Teatro Camãoes, the Berardo Museum and various public spaces. Tel: 210 993 045. info@experimentadesign.pt

A temporary redevelopment of the garden to make it a user-centered 21st century space. Largo de Santos, 1200-808 Lisboa.

DVD Fair held first week-end of every month. At Lisboa, Medeia - Monumental, Avenida Praia da Vitória. Opening times: 15:00-22:00. Tel: 213 142 223.

Library Foyer, Museu Calouste Gulbenkian. 12:00. Free entry. Tel: 217 823 461.

One of the world's most popular big bands, now over 20 years old, performs for one night in Lisbon. Coliseu dos Recreios, Rua das Portas de Santo Antão 96. 17:00. €10-€45. Tel: 213 240 580. bilheteira@coliseulisboa.com

The German rock outfit take in Portugal as part of their world tour. Pavilhão Atlântico, Rossio dos Olivais. 20:00. Tel: 218 918 409.

Fado, tradition without translation. Every night at Café Luso, Travesa da Queimada, Bairro Alto, Lisbon. Tel: 213 422 281

The international congregation at St Andrew's Church of Scotland welcomes all for worship in English, every Sunday at 11:00. Sunday school and creche facilities available. At Rua Arriaga 13, 1200-608 Lisbon. Tel: 214 837 885. Closest station on electric railway between Cais do Sodre/Estoril/Cascais: Santos.

Catholic services in English. Mass each Sunday at 11:00. Confessions before Mass or by appointment. At Igreja do Corpo Santo, Largo do Corpo Santo, Lisbon. Tel: 214 673 771.

Service in English every Sunday at 11:30. St. George's Church, Rua San Jorge, opposite the Jardim da Estrela. Enter through the gate of the British cemetery. Tel: 214 692 303.

Paintball, open everyday 09:30-20:00. At Escola Portugal Aventura, Parque florestal do Monsanto. Tel: 218 170 200.

This activity is instructed by Luís Virgílio Cunha, from the Escola Tradicional de Karatedo. At the park next to Torre de Belém, from 10:00-12:00. Open to everyone of all ages. Free entrance. Tel: 933 237 087.

Open lessons by the Museu de Electricidade, Avenida de Brasília, Central Tejo. Sundays at 11:00. Tel: 213 244 013. E-mail: chiado.pt@uni-yoga.org.

Regular walking tours of Lisbon. At Rua São João da Mata nº5, 3º. Tel: 213 906 149.

An educational and environmental walk through the diversity of the vegetable species from different climates and latitudes. The gardens are located at Parque Eduardo VII and opens everyday from 9:00-17:30. Tel: 213 882 278.

Originally built for Expo '98, Nations' Park is a modern architectural showpiece spread along a three-mile stretch of the Tagus river in north-east Lisbon. It boasts the vast Vasco da Gama shopping centre and cinema, an Oceanarium, the Living Science Centre, the Atlantic Pavilion (concert and sports venue), the Lisbon International Exhibition Centre (FIL), the Camões Theatre, Lisbon Casino and dozens of bars, restaurants and late-night venues. Enjoy the view from the cable car along the riverfront, hop on the tourist mini train, or hire a bicycle to get around at your leisure.

The Belém Cultural Centre is a relatively modern addition to historic Belém, but now dominates the city's contemporary music, dance and theatre scenes. Host to local and international artists and festivals, there is also a bar with regular live music.

Rickety old Tram 28 weaves through Lisbon's historic centre. Starting at Martim Moniz, it heads for the Roman settlements of the Alfama quarter, through bustling Baixa with its elegant squares and into bohemian Bairro Alto, popular with artists and writers. Lisbon's Tram 28 might be old but it's one of the best ways to explore the historic centre of the city. Martim Moniz tram stop. Cost: €1.30 single.

Lisbon Zoo, in Sete Rios, houses approximately 2000 animals and attracts nearly a million visitors each year. It's very much a zoo that's in development, continually improving its facilities and adding to the range of species on display. Cost €12.50; concessions €10.50; 3-11 yrs €9.50; under 3s free. Opening Hours:10:00-20:00 (until 18:00 in winter).

Just below Castelo do São Jorge sits Chapitô. Apart from spectacular views of the city, the laid-back bar, tapas restaurant and general chill-out venue also offers a cultural and entertainment programme featuring everything from juggling acts to courses and workshops.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and national icon, the Jerónimos Monastery in Belém is a masterpiece of early 16th-century Portuguese Manueline architecture. Highlights include elaborately carved interior features, peaceful cloisters, explorer Vasco da Gama's tomb and the refectory. Cost: €3; concessions €1.50; under-14s free. Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-18:00.

With much of Portugal's historical wealth and glory stemming from its seafaring accomplishments, it's little wonder that the nation's Museu de Marinha (Naval Museum) should house a valuable collection depicting maritime transport through the ages. The museum looks out over the port of Belém, the place from which great sailors such as Vasco de Gama set forth to discover new territories. Open Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00, April-September, 10:00-17:00, October-March. Price €3, concessions €1.50, under 6 free.

Monsanto Ecological Park is a leafy refuge from the bustle of urban Lisbon. Whether you want to explore the flora and fauna, play games out on the grass or just picnic in the shade, Monsanto Park is the best place near Lisbon to get back to nature.

Located in Parque das Nações, Lisbon's Oceanarium is one of the city's most popular family attractions. The four different habitats represent the coasts of the North Atlantic, Antarctic, Temperate Pacific and Tropical Indian oceans. The Global Ocean spans the height of the building. Thousands of species of fish, bird and mammal can be seen both above and below water. Open daily: April-October 10:00-19:00; November-March 10:00-18:00. Admission: €10.50, concessions €5.75, under 4s free.

St George's Castle stands on top of the city's highest hill, dominating the ancient Alfama quarter. After enjoying panoramic city views, climb the reconstructed battlements for even headier sights. Open daily: November-February 09:00-18:00; March-October 09:00-21:00. Admission €5, under 10s free.

Vintage signs and full liqueur bottles welcome you to Ginjinha do Rossio, a tiny bar carved into a wall just north of the Baixa district. Locals queue up for €1 plastic cups of ginjinha (cherry brandy) to sip outside with friends.

Housed in a former convent in São João, the National Tile Museum is home to a vast collection of valuable azulejos, traditional Portuguese tiles. Gems include 15th-century Moorish tiles and large wall panels dating back to the 18th century. Opening hours: Tuesday 14:00-18:00; Wednesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00. Admission €3, concessions €1.50, under 14s free.

Located in Nations Park by Lisbon's main exhibition centre, Irish & Co is a relaxed restaurant-pub with regular live music. A mixed crowd sit and chat on the wide terrace facing the Tagus River while enjoying dishes such as beef in stout, toasted club sandwiches, and Irish beers from Guinness to Kilkenny. Opening hours: Daily 12.30-02:00 (03:00 in summer).

The Silver Coast Friend's tennis club meets every week at the Mansão da Torre Hotel. All levels of tennis player from fairly new to more experienced are welcome to join in. Event runs from 10:30-12:30.

Oeiras antique market held on the last Sunday of the month.

Mass every Sunday at 10:15. Confessions before or after Mass. St. Mary's Parish Centre, Rua do Murtal, Sao Pedro, Estoril. Tel: 214 673 771.

A chance to learn about nutrition, DNA and other interesting subjects at the Centro de Ciência Viva, Antiga Garagem dos Carros Eléctricos Estrada Nacional nº 247. Opens 10:00-18:00 from Tuesday to Friday and 11:00-19:00 on weekends. Tickets cost €3.50 for adults and €2.50 for children under 18. Tel: 219 247 730.

Tours of the old village of Colares up the green of the Sintra Mountain to views of the whole valley and vast ocean. Bookings at Camara Municipal Sintra. Tel: 219 238 500.