Fodor's Expert Review Ponte 25 de Abril

Lisbon's first suspension bridge across the Tagus River, linking the Alcântara and Almada districts, is a double-decker that stands 230 feet above the water and stretches almost 2½ km (1½ miles). Reminiscent of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, it's somewhat smaller, but still a spectacular sight from any direction. Cars and buses cross the river on the top tier, while trains make the crossing on the lower level, offering some great views. Overlooking the bridge from a hill on the south bank is the Cristo Rei (Christ the King) statue, which is smaller and stiffer than Rio de Janeiro's more famous Redeemer.