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.
Belém Tower
Lisbon constructed a fortification along a waterway to defend its riches. Now access the structure from the shore for lovely views.
Lisbon Oceanarium
Enjoy an underwater adventure at one of the world’s largest and most diverse aquariums right on Lisbon’s beautiful waterfront.
Things to do
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Sintra, Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira & Cascais Group Tour
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
The property is close to metro and bus stops. Easy for transportation. They have a small pool and cafeteria attached to it which is pretty cool. The breakfast was not upto standards and the menu was very light. On the day of check out due to some problems there was not water in the hotel from 9am. ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Locke de Santa Joana
I love Locke hotels. Having a kitchen and washer in the room makes long trips abroad so much nicer. Their properties are very hip and have all the amenities you need for a city stay. I really enjoyed this location. It’s an easy walk down the avenue to the older more touristy parts. Staff was so friendly ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto
The room was clean and good. They have us some cookies and chocolates for the room since we were there on Easter weekend
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
B&B Hotel Lisboa Aeroporto
Nice staff with spacious room
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
EXE Liberdade
Good hotel
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
ibis Styles Lisboa Aeroporto
Room was very small. Overall, the hotels in great condition close to the airport and has an airport shuttle, which was on time and a very war couple of process. But there is nothing around the area as far as an amenity to the hotel.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center
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 Casino or Tamariz Beach 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.
Lapa
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Lapa. Spend some time visiting top spots like National Museum of Ancient Art, and catch the metro at Rua Santana à Lapa Stop or R. S. Domingos à Lapa Stop to see more of the area.
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.
