Historic Center Travel Guide
Lisbon District
Visit Historic Center
Popular places to visit
Sintra National Palace
Discover the 1,000-year history of this Moorish palace, whose relatively plain Gothic exterior hides an exuberant and ornate interior.
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.
Avenida da Liberdade
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Avenida da Liberdade, a popular shopping spot in Santo Antonio. Discover the charming cafes in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Marquis of Pombal Square
Learn about the local history of Lisbon with a stop at Marquis of Pombal Square. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Campo Grande
You can learn about the history of Alvalade when you stop by Campo Grande. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Belém Tower
Lisbon constructed a fortification along a waterway to defend its riches. Now access the structure from the shore for lovely views.
Things to do
Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais with Admission to Pena Palace and Garden Walk
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Small Group Tour to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo Roca and Cascais
Sintra to Cascais: 2 Palaces, 4 Sites, Small Group 10 Hour Tour
From Lisbon: Small Group Sintra, Pena Palace, Cascais & Belém
Full Day Tour: Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, Cascais
Top hotels in Historic Center
Hotel Acta Moa- New Opening
We got inn and our rooms were ready, even do we Were early. Staff was great. Thanks
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel
Room was very hot. Had to call for maintenance to repair A/C. No ice available anywhere in hotel. Completely unacceptable. I have stayed in cheap motels all over the USA with clean very nice ice machines. Also when I turned on the water in bathroom sink, it came out a dark rust color for a few seconds. ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
ibis Styles Lisboa Aeroporto
Hotel staff were excellent and so nice. Shuttle to airport was great with free service every 20 minutes. Restaurant was very disappointing as our server disappeared, we didn’t get our food, other staff tried but it was so late by then….
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Locke de Santa Joana
Location, and amenities
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
SANA Metropolitan Hotel
Hotel is very nice and beds comfortable. A slight incident during check in with a staff that had a slight attitude problem but Mr. Santos helped with everything. He was very informative with hotel information. Overall it was a very nice experience with a superb breakfast spread.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Corinthia Lisbon
Great hotel and staff were really wonderful. Some small cleanliness issues in the bathroom but otherwise great experience, attentive staff were fantastic Highly recommended
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center
Azenhas do Mar
While there might not be top attractions in Azenhas do Mar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Magoito Beach and Macas Beach.
Estoril
Estoril is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Estoril Golf Club or Estoril Casino while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Carcavelos
Visitors to Carcavelos enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Carcavelos Beach is worth a stop.
Campo Pequeno
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Campo Pequeno. Top attractions like Campo Pequeno Bullring and Gulbenkian Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Campo Pequeno Station or Saldanha Station to see more of the city.
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.
Santos
Museums, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some notable features of Santos. Make a stop by National Museum of Ancient Art or Puppet Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rua de São João da Mata Stop or Santos-o-velho Stop to get around town.
