Lisbon Old Town

Lisbon District
Miradouro de Santa Luzia featuring a coastal town, a city and night scenes
Discover views over the old town from hilltop Graça, Moorish history in Alfama, bustling downtown Baixa, bohemian Chiado and nightlife in Bairro Alto.

The historic heart of Lisbon is the Old Town. The area is made up of a series of districts that each have their own unique atmosphere and attractions. Tram 28 runs through the Old Town and stops frequently. Get off and explore the area on foot or station-hop from site to site.

Start in the Graça district of the Old Town to get your bearings. This hilltop neighborhood has stunning views from outdoor cafés.

Discover the Moorish history of the city at Castle de São Jorge, which dominates the hillside overlooking Alfama. Moorish rulers built the castle in the 6th century. Enjoy a multimedia show about Lisbon’s turbulent history in a restored room of the palace.

Move on to discover downtown Baixa with its large squares full of neoclassical buildings and cafés. This district was rebuilt after the Lisbon earthquake and was one of Europe’s first instances of urban planning, with pedestrian avenues, decorative arches and theaters.

Catch the tram to Chiado, a district full of 16th-century buildings. Browse designer boutiques and old bookstores. Sit in cafés where the artists and literary personalities of Lisbon once met and worked.

Explore the streets of Barrio Alto, with its mix of 16th and 19th-century homes. This district was once a working class neighborhood, but is now home to some of the most popular bars in the city.

In the evenings, catch some authentic Portuguese music in Alfama’s Fado bars, enjoy tapas and wine in Barrio Alto or sip cocktails on rooftops with views in Chiado. Tram 28 runs from early in the morning until late in the evening. Purchase a 24-hour ticket for unlimited rides for a day.

You can also discover the Old Town by joining a walking tour for a fee. Knowledgeable guides will give you insight into the Old Town’s mix of Roman and Moorish cultural influences, the history of Jewish persecution and the effect of the 1755 earthquake on the city. Organize tours through your hotel or tourist information centers within the Old Town.


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Top hotels in Lisbon Old Town

Jam Hotel Lisbon
Jam Hotel Lisbon
3 out of 5
80 Avenida 24 de Julho, Lisbon
The price is €95 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€95
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast. Popular attractions Rossio Square and Avenida da Liberdade are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (145 reviews)
"Loved it. Artsy cool hotel."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Jam Hotel Lisbon
Hotel Mundial
Hotel Mundial
4 out of 5
Praça Martim Moniz, 2, Lisbon
The price is €186 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
€186
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an attached winery. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Perfectly centered in Lisbon, easy access to all the tour sites, restaurants and shopping. The staff where extremely helpful and pleasant."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Hotel Mundial
Rossio Plaza Hotel
Rossio Plaza Hotel
3 out of 5
Rua do Ouro, 266, Lisbon
The price is €157 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€157
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (984 reviews)
Charming upmarket hotel
"Great friendly check in service, we were treated to a glass of port and traditional custard tart before heading to our room. Our room was on the 4th floor, well appointed and everything worked. Our favorite thing about this hotel is the location, right in the Rossio area with walking distances to ..."

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024

Rossio Plaza Hotel
Avenida Palace
Avenida Palace
5 out of 5
Rua 1 De Dezembro 123, Lisbon
The price is €271 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€271
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"10/10"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Avenida Palace
Hotel Borges Chiado
Hotel Borges Chiado
3 out of 5
Rua Garrett, 108-110, Lisbon
The price is €104 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€104
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (811 reviews)
"Everything is perfect, except the noise from the street (someone was signing until midnight!)."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Hotel Borges Chiado
Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
4 out of 5
Rua da Madalena, 195, Lisbon
The price is €145 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
€145
per night
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (757 reviews)
Perfect hotel for our visit to Lisbon.
"Excellent accommodation in perfect location for getting around the city. The hotel is situated just metres from two elevators. One takes you up to the castle area and one down into the Baixa district. Also a short walk downhill and you are at tram stop 28 or 12. Both follow useful routes. Also handy ..."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Lisbon Old Town

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Bairro Alto

4.5/5(153 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the lively bars in Bairro Alto. Spend some time visiting top spots like Fado in Chiado, and catch the metro at Elevador da Glória Stop or São Pedro de Alcântara Stop to see more of the area.

Bairro Alto
Botanical Garden which includes a garden

Príncipe Real

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

Noted for its gardens and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Príncipe Real. Top attractions like Avenida da Liberdade and Botanical Garden are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Príncipe Real Stop or Rato Station to see more of the city.

Príncipe Real
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Bica

Bica is a destination travellers like for its cafes, and you might hop aboard the metro at Cç. Combro Stop or Sta. Catarina Stop to explore sights like Santa Catarina Viewpoint.

Bica
Chiado which includes views and a sunset as well as a couple

Chiado

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Fado in Chiado while getting to know Chiado, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Chiado Stop or Lg. Academia Nacional Belas AR Stop to see more of the area.

Chiado
Santa Justa Elevator showing landscape views and a city

Baixa

4.5/5(604 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Rossio Square to Rua Augusta – discover Baixa, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Baixa
Lisbon District showing food

Cais do Sodré

If you're spending time in Cais do Sodré, check out sights like Mercado da Ribeira or Pink Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rua de São Paulo Stop or R. Vitor Cordon Stop.

Cais do Sodré

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