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.
Commerce Square
Spend time people-watching as you enjoy a coffee and lunch in the same café that Lisbon’s literati once frequented.
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.
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.
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
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Lisbon City Center Tour - The Unmissable Lisbon
Sintra, Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira & Cascais Group Tour
Lisbon Sailing Tour: 2-Hour Cultural Scenic Cruise with Wine
Our pick of the best Baixa Hotel Deals
Rossio Plaza Hotel
Great location. Everything you need is nearby. Will come back again.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa
Friendly staff and excellent service throughout our stay. Javier, the hotel attendant, was especially helpful—he patiently took the time to walk us through some of the best restaurant options in the area. Everyone we encountered was genuinely warm and welcoming. The amenities were excellent, and ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
Went for spring break with daughter. Great location and very safe. Great breakfast and we loved our street view with balcony. The room was very clean
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Pensão Praça da Figueira
Staff were excellent, clean and a great location
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
1904 Benfica Hotel FLH Hotels
Great hotel.. no counter space in the bathroom but nothing else wrong at all
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Internacional Design Hotel
The room was very cute. The staff were great. They knew I had recently celebrated a birthday milestone and they surprised me with a cake and champagne. They are in a great location.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 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 Portas do Sol Viewpoint.
