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.
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.
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.
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
Small Group Tour to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo Roca and Cascais
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Lisbon Sunset Cruise with Wine and Snacks
Lisbon Castel Sao Jorge Skip the line Tickets with Audio Guide
Top hotels in Baixa
Rossio Plaza Hotel
Very central to all Lisbon has to offer and shops and restaurants- excellent location
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa
Clean, well located and friendly service
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
We really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. It was the perfect location to many historical sites and shopping. The rooms were nicely decorated and the views from the balcony in the room was like something from a story book,
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Pensão Praça da Figueira
The hotel was so easy to get to. The staff were all very friendly and our room was great. It even had a kettle which for us was perfect. There was so many cheap and lovely places to eat just steps away. The breakfast included was a nice touch as well.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
1904 Benfica Hotel FLH Hotels
Amazing hotel!!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Gat Rossio
Centrally located with many dining options.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Baixa
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.
Castelo
Castelo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Castle of São Jorge or Olisipónia.
Mouraria
While you're in Mouraria, take in top sights like Martim Moniz Square or Avenida Almirante Reis, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Socorro Stop or Martim Moniz Station.
Sé
River views, historical sites and bars highlight some notable features of Sé. Make a stop by Lisbon Cathedral or Casa dos Bicos while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Limoeiro Stop or Sé Stop to get around town.
Bairro Alto
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.
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.
