Baixa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Spend time people-watching as you enjoy a coffee and lunch in the same café that Lisbon’s literati once frequented.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais with Admission to Pena Palace and Garden Walk
Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais
Small-Group Day Trip to E ́vora & Almendres Cromlech
Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour
Our pick of the best Baixa Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa
Everything about the hotel was perfect! It is located so centrally that we were able to walk to most places. The hotel bar and restaurant were wonderful as well as the staff. We loved the small details that made a teenager and a 7 year feel special. We appreciated the car service to and from the ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Rossio Plaza Hotel
Perfect three day stay.Hotel very central, amenties excellent as were the cleanliness and lovely staff
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
Wonderful staff and great location near shopping and restaurants.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Avenida Palace
Staffs are excellent. Cleaning room every day with chocolate, fruits, snack, very nice and thoughtful
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Pensão Praça da Figueira
Tres bien situé, prêt de tout, métro autobus et place touristique, très bon déjeuner , mais beaucoup de marche à monter pour la réception et les chambres
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Pestana Rua Augusta - Lisboa
The location is perfect and easy to walk around the old city. Lots of pluses with this hotel- super spacious room, very clean, well designed with vacation in mind! Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful! They arranged trains, bus and sightseeing! Would love to stay again!
Reviewed on 21 Apr 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 Casa dos Bicos 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 Miradouro de Santa Luzia.
