What's On: Tuesday 1 December 2009

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

The video-art pioneer uses part-dramatic, part-pictoral projections to push the boundaries of the art form. 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

"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

Works of finalists from arts degrees across Portugal, including design, painting, sculpture, installation, photography and video. Museu do Oriente, Avenida Brasília, Doca de Alcântara (Norte). Tel: 213 585 244. info@museudooriente.pt

Documenting the changes in how gender, sexuality and politics were viewed in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Museu Colecção Berardo, Belem Cultural Centre, Praça do Império. Tel: 213 612 400. museuberardo@museuberardo.pt

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.

A selection of the painter's works from 1987 to 2008. Casa das Histórias Paula Rego, Avenida da Republica 300, 2750-475 Cascais. 10:00-22:00. Free entry. Tel: 214 826 970.

"A conhecer a Casa de Santa Maria." Rare chance to go on a guided tour of Casa de Santa Maria. Particular emphasis will be given to the work of the house's architect, Raul Lino. 10:00-11:30 and 14:30-15:30. Tel: 214 815 382.

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.

A morning market ("feira da ladra" literally means thieves fair) and gathering for people wanting to sell unwanted belongings and household goods. Bric-a-brac, military artefacts, clothing and antique books.

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.

"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

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.

"É Proibido Proibir – Os Anos 60 e 70 na Moda e no Design." MUDE - Museu do Design e da Moda. Colecção Francisco Capelo, Rua Augusta 24. 10:00-20:00. Tel: 218 886 117. mude@cm-lisboa.pt

"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

42 paintings and drawings on the theme of self-reflection. Galeria Ratton Cerâmicas, Rua Academia das Ciências 2. 10:00-13:00 and 15:00-19:30. Tel: 213 460 948. ratton@sapo.pt

"Rainhas e Amantes de Portugal." A reinterpretation of classical renaissance portraits. Alpha Art Gallery, Avenida Miguel Bombarda 120A. 12:00-20:00 and 11:00-18:00 on Saturday. Tel: 217 935 205. geral@alphartgallery.com

A collection representing a period that is primarily remembered for a clash between modernism and moderate revolution. Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Avenida de Berna 45A. Tel: 217 823 000. 10:00-18:00.

"Simbiontes." Work by children from the Portuguese Institute of Oncology based on the short story "The Girl of the Sea" by Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen. Travessa do Carmo, Chiado Plaza, Shop 1. Tel: 217 937 134.

A set of sculptures over three metres high, cast in bronze by Mexican artist Rivelino. Praça Marquês de Pombal. Tel: 217 621 290.

Paintings that intentionally distort of figures in order to present different forms of expression and drama. Galeria do Palácio Galveias, Campo Pequeno. 10:00-19:00, and 14:00-19:00 on Sundays. Tel: 217 803 043.

Campo Pequeno Bull Ring. 20:00. Tel: 217 820 575.

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

Carmo Rebelo de Andrade, Celeste Rodrigues, Bernardo Couto and Diogo Clemente perform. Museu do Fado Coffee Shop, Largo do Chafariz de Dentro, N.º 1. 10:00-02:00. Tel: 912 302 809.

Two young voices, one female one male, accompanied by the guitar and viola, make a bridge between the past and present of this traditional Lisbon music. Gymnásio Cine Theatre, Espaço Chiado, Rua da Misericórdia 12. 19:00. €15.

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

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.

Located in the Baixa, A Outra Face da Lua stocks an abundance of vintage fashion from the 1920s onwards. Pick up second-hand footwear and accessories, or customised clothing by designer Carla Belchior, who recycles old clothing into quirky fashion statements. Monday-Saturday 10:00-20:00.

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).

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.