Baixa Travel Guide
Lisbon District
Popular places to visit
Rossio Square
See the people-packed central square whose swirling wave-patterned cobbles are thought to have inspired copycat pavements across the rest of Portugal and beyond.
Santa Justa Elevator
Ride the elevator designed in the 19th century to connect the districts of hilltop Bairro Alto and downtown Baixa. Enjoy views from the café atop the gothic lift.
Commerce Square
People-watch in this historic square while you enjoy a coffee and pastry in the café where the city’s literati once gathered.
Restauradores Square
A popular meeting point and landmark, this vast square is most easily recognized by the towering obelisk monument that commemorates Portuguese independence from Spain.
Rua Augusta Arch
Ride an elevator to the top of this imposing triumphal arch, which was built to celebrate the rebirth and rebuilding of Lisbon following the 1755 earthquake.
Lisboa Story Centre
Get an introduction to the city of Lisbon and its history through visual displays and audio description providing an interactive look into its past.
Things to do
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais with Admission to Pena Palace and Garden Walk
Small Group Tour to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo Roca and Cascais
Lisbon Sunset Cruise with Wine and Snacks
Tour Lisbon: Belém Tower, the Cathedral & Parque das Nações
Top hotels in Baixa
Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa
"Amazing staff, great location, great breakfast. Would definately stay here again."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Avenida Palace
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Pensão Praça da Figueira
"Brilliant location for central Lisbon. Ample breakfast provided"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Hotel da Baixa
"Convenient location and near restaurants."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Internacional Design Hotel
"Good location. Distinctly mediocre."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
"Extremely friendly and useful staff. Very clean. Room pretty basic but has everything you need. Exceptionally clean."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Baixa
Lisbon City Center
Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square are top sights in Lisbon City Center, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Saldanha Station or Sao Sebastiao Station to see more sights in the area.
Chiado
Spend some time visiting places like Fernando Pessoa Statue 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.
Lisbon Old Town
Lisbon Old Town is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square. See more of Lisbon by jumping on the metro at São Pedro de Alcântara Stop or Elevador da Glória Stop.
Alfama
Alfama is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Lg. Portas Sol Stop or R. Escolas Gerais Stop to explore sights like Portas do Sol Viewpoint.
Príncipe Real
Noted for its gardens and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Príncipe Real. Top attractions like Avenida da Liberdade and Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Príncipe Real Stop or Rato Station to see more of the city.
