A friend had recommended the Praca des Flores neighborhood as a great place to get a feel for how Lisbonistas live while being very close to public transportation and good places to eat and drink. The apartment is less than 2 blocks from the Praca des Flore and only 3 blocks to the Praca Principe Real and the Botanical Gardens. The apartment itself is lovely and well furnished and the hosts provided maps and suggestions for our stay.