Baixa
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.
Rua Augusta
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Rua Augusta during your stay in Santa Maria Maior. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Sintra Tour with Pena Palace and Regaleira All Tickets Included
Lisbon: Sunset on board with music & drinks
Small-Group Day Trip to Fátima, Nazaré & Óbidos
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours
Top hotels in Baixa
Rossio Plaza Hotel
All very good
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa
Great location!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Pestana Rua Augusta - Lisboa
Nice hotel in great area with nice treatment when it was necessary to extend our stay.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Hotel da Baixa
A hotel with a well-deserved reputation, you would be hard pressed to find a better location to explore either Baixa or the greater Lisbon area. It is on a no car street, but arrangements can still be made for airport or other transportation.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Browns Central Hotel
This is a lovely, old hotel, mostly updated, right in the center of the city tourist restaurants and shops. area. An easy walk to the Plaza de Comercio and dozens of restaurant
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
No time
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Baixa
Chiado
Spend some time visiting places like Bertrand 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.
Sé
River views, historical sites and bars highlight some notable features of Sé. Make a stop by Lisbon Cathedral or Fundacao Jose Saramago while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Limoeiro Stop or Sé Stop to get around town.
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.
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.
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.
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.
