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

The remarkable Pena Palace

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

AU$113
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Castle in Lisbon

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

AU$129
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais with Admission to Pena Palace and Garden Walk
Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais

Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais

AU$57
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais
Belem Tower

Tour Lisbon: Belém Tower, the Cathedral & Parque das Nações

AU$124
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Lisbon: Belém Tower, the Cathedral & Parque das Nações
Picture 3 for Activity Lisbon: Guided Day Tour of Sintra, Pena, Regaleira & Cascais

Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira & Cabo Roca & Cascais Coast

AU$39
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira & Cabo Roca & Cascais Coast
From Lisbon: Sintra Tour - Pena, Regaleira & Monserrate

Lisbon: Sintra Full Day Pena Palace, Regaleira & Monserrate

AU$73
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: Sintra Full Day Pena Palace, Regaleira & Monserrate
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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$489 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$489
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel
9Hotel Mercy

9Hotel Mercy

4 out of 5
Rua da Misericordia, 76 Lisbon
The price is AU$208 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$208
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 ...
9Hotel Mercy
Lisbon Colours Bairro Alto Apartments

Lisbon Colours Bairro Alto Apartments

4 out of 5
Travessa da Queimada, 46 Lisbon
The price is AU$163 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$163
17 Nov - 18 Nov
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 ...
Lisbon Colours Bairro Alto Apartments
Pensao Residencial Camoes

Pensao Residencial Camoes

2 out of 5
Tv. Do Poço da Cidade, nº38 Lisbon Lisbon
The price is AU$91 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$91
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (433 reviews)
"Clean room. Excellent staff. Light situation was strange and bathroom had a frosted glass door, not a solid door. Very comfortable beds. However, very noisy neighborhood. Partying and shouting people in the street until 2 am. Garbage trucks started around 6 am. Hard to sleep for older clients. Not ..."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Pensao Residencial Camoes
Solar dos Poetas

Solar dos Poetas

3 out of 5
Praça Luís de Camões nº 36, 1º piso Lisbon Lisbon
The price is AU$205 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$205
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (584 reviews)
"We did have problems with our room but were upgraded right away. The hotel is located in a great place to walk around Lisbon or catch the tram or other means of transportation. It is very beautifully decorated and has a wonderful breakfast!!! We stayed for three nights. Definitely we’ll come ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Solar dos Poetas
Independente Príncipe Real

Independente Príncipe Real

3 out of 5
Rua São Pedro De Alcântara 81 Lisbon
The price is AU$206 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$206
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Independente Príncipe Real
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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.
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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 historic archway with intricate carvings and statues, flanked by yellow buildings with arched windows.

Baixa

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

A yellow tram on a narrow street with pedestrians and buildings.

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 coastal town with terracotta-roofed buildings, a prominent church with a dome, and a sea view.

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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