Santos

Lisbon District

Santos
Santos
Santos
Santos
Santos

Santos is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Lisbon, covering the Alcantra, Lapa and Madragoa areas. It’s known for possessing the perfect blend of old-world charm and contemporary flair.

Santos was formerly an industrial area, but was gentrified around 2006 and turned into a cool design district with a distinct party vibe. The most popular restored streets of Santos are Rua das Janelas Verdes and Rua do Sacramento à Lapa, where the original 18th century buildings now house trendy bars and pubs.

Santos is home to Lisbon’s Institute of Visual Arts, Marketing and Design (IADE), making it a popular area for students and architecture or design lovers.

Necessidades Palace

Necessidades Palace is located in Largo das Necessidades, Alcantra, and was completed just five years before the Earthquake of 1755. Today it is the area’s only surviving historic royal residence.

Down the ages it has been used as a convent, a hospice and today it is the home of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Although you cannot visit the interior, the glimpses of this pink palace, visible from the 25 Abril Bridge, are stunning.

25 Abril Bridge

Facing the Tagus River, 25 Abril Bridge is very similar in design to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, constructed by the same American company. This iconic bridge links the capital to the south of the country. Its original name was Salazar Bridge (named after Portugal's former dictator), but its name was changed to that of the date of the revolution that brought democracy to Portugal- 25 April 1974.

NMAA, Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga

The Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga is one of the best historical museums in Lisbon and, on top of its exhibitions, offers beautiful views from its rooftop gardens. Inside it has an incredible selection of Portuguese and European art, which you can peruse and your leisure.

Leonel Moura Arte

Up the road from the Museum of Ancient Art, the Leonel Moura Arte is a unique concept gallery which exhibits the ‘works’ of several robotic artists, which are programmed to create paintings. A great institution that really questions the definition of art, it’s located on the Rua das Janelas Verdes.

Museu do Oriente

The Museu do Oriente displays a blend of European and Asian art, culture and history, all dated from the arrival of the Portuguese in the East. You can admire Indo-Portuguese pieces, Chinese ceramics, masks, paintings, as well as Hindu and Buddhist pieces.

Museu da Marioneta

Housed in an 18th Century convent since 2001, the museum displays a collection of puppets from around the world and hosts puppet shows for children. Some of the more remarkable pieces include the wood string puppets from Mandalay.

Food and Drinks

Santos is home to Lisbon’s old fishing neighbourhood and is a great place to try traditional ‘pestiscos’ (tapas) and the famous grilled sardines. In Lapa, you will find one of the most popular Fado restaurants in Lisbon, Senhor Vinho, which has been open and running since 1975. You’ll also find a great selection of trendy bars and restaurants at the marina under the 25 Abril Bridge.

Nightlife

Although Santos is peaceful during the day, at night, especially on weekends, it becomes a popular nightspot. People head to hip local bars and clubs for drinks. Dancing usually goes on until dawn, especially around Avenida 24 de Julho.


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Things to do


Top hotels in Santos

Jam Hotel Lisbon

Jam Hotel Lisbon

3 out of 5
80 Avenida 24 de Julho, Lisbon
The price is P7,724 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
P7,724
P8,722 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
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
Cheese & Wine Suites

Cheese & Wine Suites

3 out of 5
40 Calçada do Marquês de Abrantes, Lisbon
The price is P7,993 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
P7,993
P9,007 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Rossio Square and Avenida da Liberdade are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Very good hotel, model decor, amazing breakfast, good location to walk to the old town; public parking lot is about 10 mins walk with 3euro per 24hr."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Cheese & Wine Suites
Corinthia Lisbon

Corinthia Lisbon

5 out of 5
Avenida Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro, 105, Lisbon
The price is P13,360 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P13,360
P14,696 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,151 reviews)
"Everything about the hotel was beautiful, only two things I didn't like the air conditioner in the room didn't cool off and also room service takes a couple of hours to get what you need in my case was ice and napkins. I canceled the ice because they took too long and got napkins two hours ..."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Corinthia Lisbon
Radisson Blu Hotel

Radisson Blu Hotel

4 out of 5
Avenida Marechal Craveiro Lopes, 390, Campo Grande, Lisbon
The price is P6,680 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
P6,680
P7,615 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,033 reviews)
"Thank you"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel
Locke de Santa Joana

Locke de Santa Joana

4 out of 5
18 Rua Camilo Castelo Branco, Lisbon
The price is P7,688 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
P7,688
P8,683 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,202 reviews)
Great location, great hotel!
"Check in process was excellent and - having had our flight delayed 24 hours - the team were in touch proactively on WhatsApp to check okay. Worth (if you’re arriving by taxi) checking the arrival location as it can take you to the Santa Marta entrance which would be confusing. Hotel itself is lovely ..."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Locke de Santa Joana
Mama Shelter Lisboa

Mama Shelter Lisboa

3 out of 5
Rua do Vale de Pereiro 19, Lisbon
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,315 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P8,315
P9,348 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (466 reviews)
"Bed and pillows were very comfortable. The rooftop bar was amazing. The vibes are great. Rooms was a little small but it was fine. Room also smelled heavily like perfume, but as we aired it out after a day, it was fine. Would stay again!"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Mama Shelter Lisboa
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Other neighbourhoods around Santos

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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.

Lapa
Carmo Convent which includes heritage architecture

Lisbon Old Town

4/5(1 area review)

Lisbon Old Town is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square. See more of Lisbon by jumping on the metro at São Pedro de Alcântara Stop or Elevador da Glória Stop.

Lisbon Old Town
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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
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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
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
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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