The hotel has free underground parking. A guy has to lower a thin chain to let us in, then says something I don't understand. Inevitably I go wrong. He shouts some more and points. I'm sure he says something about dois (two) but don't know what. He could have meant level -2 or 2 bikes in 1 bay. We went to -2 and stuck the bikes in separate bays. Bollox to him. I did mention this to the girl at check in but she seemed unconcerned.
With a quick turn around we went to see the sights. First a museum that houses a roman theatre. Strange. You can view a lot for free but they charge €3 for another part. We were too late for that. Not sure what we missed.
The Roman Theatre
From the museum we went to check out a tower, Elevador de Santa Justa. It's a metal tower with a lift and a huge queue waiting to go up it. We take pics. Incredibly, in this area, I get asked 3 times by some shady characters, if I want something to smoke and am shown balls of weed. I tell them I don't smoke.
The Elevador
Down by the river Tejo we take photos of a big arch and a big statue, before making our way back for something to eat. We choose a 'healthy pizza' washed down with a craft beer. Both were very nice. Then it's back to the hotel. In the square some asian guys are playing cricket! They have only one set of stumps, 2 water bottles but do have a proper looking bat and tennis ball. They are having fun and there is quite a crowd.
Crafty
This is our last night in Portugal. Given the issues with tomtom we've had and the adverse road / weather conditions we've encountered, I can't say I'm too bothered. Tomorrow we shall end the day in Merida, where we have a 2 night stay.
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