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.
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, Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira & Cascais Group Tour
Lisbon: Sunset on board with music & drinks
Hop-On Hop-Off Yellow Boat Tour
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours
Full-day Historic Lisbon Tour with Main Attractions
Top hotels in Baixa
Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa
Clean room. Friendly staff and attentive . Great location and walk distance to a lot of attractions.we will definitely stay here again for next time.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
Clean room, excellent location and the staff couldn’t be better!!! They helped us during our stay, suggested places to see and how to get there. Extremely nice and helpful. The decoration of the space is amazing and the rooms are just what you may need.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Internacional Design Hotel
The breakfast was amazing. We also had a few meals at the restaurant and loved them.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Rossio Plaza Hotel
Very clean room overlooking Rossio plaza. Helpful staff. Coffee maker in the room. Wonderfully located. Would certainly stay here again!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Pensão Praça da Figueira
We enjoyed our stay. The Christmas Market was right outside our window. Such a beautiful site to see. The room was quiet and very clean. We would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel da Baixa
The hotel was so clean and has very friendly and helpful reception Location is perfect and near to the river side and very central We loved it.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 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 Fundacao Jose Saramago 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.
