Bairro Alto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cobblestone plaza with people walking, surrounded by historic buildings with colorful facades.
A narrow cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a mural with colorful figures, and a clear blue sky.
A park bench with people sitting, overlooking a cityscape with colorful buildings.
Two women overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and a castle on a hill.
A tram on a narrow street with graffiti on the walls and a crowd of people on the sidewalk.

Stay near popular Bairro Alto attractions

Fado in Chiado

9.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can make plans for a show at Fado in Chiado during your stay in Santa Maria Maior. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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Activities

Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour with Optional Bus Tour Combos

Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Packs

AU$41
per adult
Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Packs
The remarkable Pena Palace

Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon

AU$114
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours

AU$62
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours
Lisbon: Sintra, Regaleira, Pena, Cabo Roca All Tickets Included

Lisbon: Sintra, Regaleira, Pena, Cabo Roca All Tickets Included

AU$57
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: Sintra, Regaleira, Pena, Cabo Roca All Tickets Included
Castle in Lisbon

Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais with Admission to Pena Palace and Garden Walk

AU$130
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais with Admission to Pena Palace and Garden Walk
Escape Hunt Experience

Escape Hunt Experience

AU$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Escape Hunt Experience
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Our pick of the best Bairro Alto Hotel Deals

Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel

Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel

5 out of 5
R. de São Pedro de Alcântara Lisbon Lisboa
The price is AU$698 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$698
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (789 reviews)
"The rooms were beautiful"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel
Lisbon Colours Bairro Alto Apartments

Lisbon Colours Bairro Alto Apartments

4 out of 5
Travessa da Queimada, 46 Lisbon
The price is AU$279 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$279
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (924 reviews)
"The apartment itself it quite nice. It has plenty of space to feel comfortable with a kitchenette, living and dining rooms, bath, and bedroom. The bathroom is quite nice but could benefit from an extending magnifying mirror because the counter is deep making it difficult to put in contacts or apply ..."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Lisbon Colours Bairro Alto Apartments
9Hotel Mercy

9Hotel Mercy

4 out of 5
Rua da Misericordia, 76 Lisbon
The price is AU$282 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$282
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Nice and clean hotel"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

9Hotel Mercy
Ponto Alto Hotel

Ponto Alto Hotel

3 out of 5
184 Rua da Atalaia Lisbon
The price is AU$245 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$245
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Rossio Square and Avenida da Liberdade are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"The staff was friendly"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Ponto Alto Hotel
Independente Príncipe Real

Independente Príncipe Real

3 out of 5
Rua São Pedro De Alcântara 81 Lisbon
The price is AU$199 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$199
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (509 reviews)
"We loved our stay and our superior double room. The Lisbon streets can be loud but if you like white noise like us while you sleep it’s no problem. Great hotel and location!"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Independente Príncipe Real
Inn Bairro Alto - BA Sweet

Inn Bairro Alto - BA Sweet

3 out of 5
Travessa das Mercês, 52-50 Lisbon
The price is AU$135 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
AU$135
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Inn Bairro Alto - BA Sweet
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Our guide on where to stay in Bairro Alto

Find the best Bairro Alto areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent stone wall and a view of the city below.

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.

A densely packed urban area with colorful buildings, a prominent white statue, and a red-roofed church.

Baixa

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Rossio Square to Rua Augusta – discover Baixa, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A cityscape with a hilltop fortress, a park with benches and flowers, and a couple kissing on a bridge railing.

Chiado

Spend some time visiting places like Camões Square 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.

A cathedral with tall, arched windows and stone columns.

Lisbon Old Town

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.

A terrace overlooking a coastal town with cobblestone pavement, a palm tree, and a view of the sea.

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.

Bairro Alto Travel Guide

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