Where To Practice Yoga In Lisbon

Roll out a mat and take a deep breath, here’s where to stretch out in the Portuguese capital

Whether in Lisbon for business or a city break, it’s refreshingly easy to roll out a mat and restore equilibrium here. In fact, the Portuguese capital is a veritable paradise for beginner and seasoned yogis alike. It’s generously studded with gorgeous studios, rooftop classes and regular wellness festivals, while those seeking a more exclusive experience can call in the assistance of a private tutor. Find inner peace in the heart of the city with our guide to yoga in Lisbon.

Lisbon’s Yoga Studios

Small but perfectly formed, Little Yoga Space is a tranquil haven in historic Baixa offering a multitude of classes from Kundalini and Hatha Yoga to Pilates. With floor-to-ceiling windows and gleaming parquet floors, it’s light, bright and cool, and accommodates small groups of around eight. Bilingual classes are held in English or Portuguese, or both.

Meanwhile, Ministry of Yoga unites a diverse tribe of teachers from around the world. Each brings their own style and skill to daily lessons that include staples such as Vinyasa Flow and Ashtanga. Located just above Baixa, this welcoming studio is a firm favourite among Lisbon’s expat yoga community.

Guests at Corinthia Lisbon can start the day on a positive note with a complimentary half-hour stretching session at dawn. For late risers, there’s another opportunity to stretch out any residual tension at sunset.

Al Fresco Asanas

Little beats stretching out in the great outdoors, energised by fresh air and the radiance of the sun. For nature-loving yogis, Lisbon has plenty of places in which to practice asanas al fresco. Rooftop Yoga Lisbon puts on weekly classes atop various roof terraces across the city, where sun salutations are rewarded with spectacular views of Lisbon’s seven hills.

Yogis with a steady self-practice will be in good company beneath the trees of the city’s parks. Lisbon’s yoga, Chi Gong and Tai Chi enthusiasts often descend upon its many shaded green stretches during summer for their daily dose of zen.