Lisbon Old Town

Lisbon District

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Lisbon Old Town
Lisbon Old Town
Lisbon Old Town
Lisbon Old Town

Discover views over the old town from hilltop Graça, Moorish history in Alfama, bustling downtown Baixa, bohemian Chiado and nightlife in Bairro Alto.

The historic heart of Lisbon is the Old Town. The area is made up of a series of districts that each have their own unique atmosphere and attractions. Tram 28 runs through the Old Town and stops frequently. Get off and explore the area on foot or station-hop from site to site.

Start in the Graça district of the Old Town to get your bearings. This hilltop neighborhood has stunning views from outdoor cafés.

Discover the Moorish history of the city at Castle de São Jorge, which dominates the hillside overlooking Alfama. Moorish rulers built the castle in the 6th century. Enjoy a multimedia show about Lisbon’s turbulent history in a restored room of the palace.

Move on to discover downtown Baixa with its large squares full of neoclassical buildings and cafés. This district was rebuilt after the Lisbon earthquake and was one of Europe’s first instances of urban planning, with pedestrian avenues, decorative arches and theaters.

Catch the tram to Chiado, a district full of 16th-century buildings. Browse designer boutiques and old bookstores. Sit in cafés where the artists and literary personalities of Lisbon once met and worked.

Explore the streets of Barrio Alto, with its mix of 16th and 19th-century homes. This district was once a working class neighborhood, but is now home to some of the most popular bars in the city.

In the evenings, catch some authentic Portuguese music in Alfama’s Fado bars, enjoy tapas and wine in Barrio Alto or sip cocktails on rooftops with views in Chiado. Tram 28 runs from early in the morning until late in the evening. Purchase a 24-hour ticket for unlimited rides for a day.

You can also discover the Old Town by joining a walking tour for a fee. Knowledgeable guides will give you insight into the Old Town’s mix of Roman and Moorish cultural influences, the history of Jewish persecution and the effect of the 1755 earthquake on the city. Organize tours through your hotel or tourist information centers within the Old Town.


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Top hotels in Lisbon Old Town

Lx Boutique Hotel

Lx Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Rua do Alecrim, 12, Lisbon
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Room was super clean. We arrived early and the room wasn’t ready but that’s fine they got us a new room really fast. Beautiful area. They had pastries in the main room some days. Very close to everything and our balcony looked out to pink street! Air conditioning was very good. I would come back ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Lx Boutique Hotel
Hotel Mundial

Hotel Mundial

4 out of 5
Praça Martim Moniz, 2, Lisbon
The price is P10,640 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P10,640
P11,809 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an attached winery. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,095 reviews)
"Hotel is wonderful. The rooftop bar was amazing right in the city Centre."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Hotel Mundial
Rossio Plaza Hotel

Rossio Plaza Hotel

3 out of 5
Rua do Ouro, 266, Lisbon
The price is P11,001 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P11,001
P12,192 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,289 reviews)
"Staff accommodating, friendly and I received a cake for my birthday which was a nice surprise. I’ll definitely stay here again if I come back to Lisbon and will recommend this place to my family and friends."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Rossio Plaza Hotel
Jam Hotel Lisbon

Jam Hotel Lisbon

3 out of 5
80 Avenida 24 de Julho, Lisbon
The price is P7,667 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
P7,667
P8,658 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (650 reviews)
"Staying at this hotel was a great, pleasant experience! Very well located, easy to get anywhere from there."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Jam Hotel Lisbon
Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge

Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge

4 out of 5
Rua da Madalena, 191-197, Lisbon, Lisbon
The price is P7,729 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
P7,729
P8,724 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean and comfy
"Great hotel in the heart of Lisbon. Friendly staff, clean room, comfy bed. Would stay again!"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
Pensão Londres

Pensão Londres

Rua Dom Pedro V 53, Lisbon
The price is P4,231 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
P4,231
P5,016 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (72 reviews)
Amazing location with views
"My stay exceeded my expectations. We were greeted by a very helpful guy at the front desk, who stored our bags and looked up directions for us. The room had a clean, bold design with incredible views of the city from the fifth floor. The room was spacious and so was the bathroom. The two twin beds ..."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Pensão Londres
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Other neighbourhoods around Lisbon Old Town

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Bairro Alto

Spend some time visiting places like Fado in Chiado while getting to know Bairro Alto, and be sure to check out the lively bars. You can hop aboard the metro at Elevador da Glória Stop or São Pedro de Alcântara Stop to see more of the area.

Bairro Alto
Botanical Garden featuring a garden

Príncipe Real

Noted for its gardens and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Príncipe Real. Top attractions like Avenida da Liberdade and National Museum of Natural History are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Príncipe Real Stop or Rato Station to see more of the city.

Príncipe Real
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Bica

Bica is a destination travelers like for its cafes, and you might hop aboard the metro at Cç. Combro Stop or Sta. Catarina Stop to explore sights like Santa Catarina Viewpoint.

Bica
Chiado showing a sunset and views as well as a couple

Chiado

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Chiado. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bertrand, and catch the metro at Chiado Stop or Lg. Academia Nacional Belas AR Stop to see more of the area.

Chiado
Santa Justa Elevator showing landscape views and a city

Baixa

Enjoy the popular shops in Baixa. Rossio Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Baixa-Chiado Station or Praça da Figueira Stop to see more of Santa Maria Maior.

Baixa
Lisbon District showing food

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 the city at Rua de São Paulo Stop or R. Vitor Cordon Stop.

Cais do Sodré


Lisbon Old Town