Baixa Travel 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.
Commerce Square
Spend time people-watching as you enjoy a coffee and lunch in the same café that Lisbon’s literati once frequented.
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.
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.
Lisbon City Hall
Lisbon City Hall is just one of the places to see in Santa Maria Maior, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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
Sintra Tour with Pena Palace & Regaleira All Tickets Included
Lisbon Sunset Cruise with Wine and Snacks
Lisbon: Tagus River Boat Tour with One Drink Included
Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca Coast and Cascais Full Day Tour
Tuk Tuk Lisbon Guided tour! 100% PRIVATE & PERSONALIZED
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Other neighbourhoods around Baixa
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.
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.
Bairro Alto
You might take some time to check out the lively bars in Bairro Alto. Spend some time visiting top spots like Principe Real Square, and catch the metro at Elevador da Glória Stop or São Pedro de Alcântara Stop to see more of the area.
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 of the city at Rua de São Paulo Stop or R. Vitor Cordon Stop.
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.
Graça
Graça is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at R. Graça Stop or Graça Stop to explore sights like Senhora do Monte Viewpoint.