Santa Maria Maior Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Commerce Square featuring night scenes, a city and street scenes
Miradouro de Santa Luzia showing a city, night scenes and a coastal town
Santa Maria Maior
Rua Augusta Arch which includes heritage elements and street scenes as well as a small group of people
Rua Augusta Arch featuring a city and landscape views

Where to stay in Santa Maria Maior

Santa Justa Elevator which includes landscape views and a city

Baixa

4.5/5(90 area reviews)

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

Baixa
Chiado showing views and a sunset as well as a couple

Chiado

Spend some time visiting places like Bertrand 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.

Chiado
Alfama which includes a sunset and a coastal town

Alfama

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

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.

Alfama
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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.

Mouraria
Lisbon Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, street scenes and heritage architecture

Sé

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

River views, historical sites and bars highlight some notable features of Sé. Make a stop by Lisbon Cathedral or Santo Antonio Church while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Limoeiro Stop or Sé Stop to get around town.

Sé
Castle of Sao Jorge featuring a coastal town and heritage architecture

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.

Castelo
Hotel Mundial

Hotel Mundial

4 out of 5
Praça Martim Moniz, 2, Lisbon
The price is AU$319 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$319
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an attached winery. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,092 reviews)
"Air conditioner didn’t wirk"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hotel Mundial
Rossio Plaza Hotel

Rossio Plaza Hotel

3 out of 5
Rua do Ouro, 266, Lisbon
The price is AU$338 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$338
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,292 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay at this hotel. Location was amazing, we were walking distance to all shopping, restaurants, and sights. Staff was extremely pleasant and helpful."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Rossio Plaza Hotel
Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge

Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge

4 out of 5
Rua da Madalena, 191-197, Lisbon, Lisbon
The price is AU$203 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$203
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay. The stuff was extremely friendly, the rooms were very clean and quiet, and the views were incredible!"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
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VIP Executive Eden Aparthotel

VIP Executive Eden Aparthotel

4 out of 5
Praça dos Restauradores, 24, Lisbon
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,519 reviews)
"Perfect location, rooftop pool and bar were great. Staff were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

VIP Executive Eden Aparthotel
The Visionaire Apartments

The Visionaire Apartments

4 out of 5
Praça da Figueira, 5, Lisbon
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (347 reviews)
Great stay!
"Huge family suite! Clean, well located"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

The Visionaire Apartments
Residentas Arco do Bandeira

Residentas Arco do Bandeira

4 out of 5
226 Rua dos Sapateiros, Lisbon
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, cable TV channels, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (441 reviews)
"The floors were very squeaky, the upstairs people made noice all night. All four nights we stayed. Very annoying. House keeping opened the door on us twice while we were relaxing from the heat wave. I wished they would knock. The first time I get it accidents happen, but the second time I was hot ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Residentas Arco do Bandeira
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Popular places to visit

Rossio Square showing a fountain, street scenes and heritage elements

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.

Rossio Square
Avenida da Liberdade

Avenida da Liberdade

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Avenida da Liberdade, a popular shopping spot in Santo Antonio. Discover the charming cafes in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

Avenida da Liberdade
Belem Tower featuring general coastal views, a sunset and heritage architecture

Belém Tower

Lisbon constructed a fortification along a waterway to defend its riches. Now access the structure from the shore for lovely views.

Belém Tower
Marquis of Pombal Square

Marquis of Pombal Square

Learn about the local history of Lisbon with a stop at Marquis of Pombal Square. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.

Marquis of Pombal Square
Campo Grande

Campo Grande

You can learn about the history of Alvalade when you stop by Campo Grande. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Campo Grande
Carcavelos Beach

Carcavelos Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carcavelos Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carcavelos. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out its surfing spots.

Carcavelos Beach

Activities

The remarkable Pena Palace

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

AU$160
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca Coast & Cascais Full Day Tour

Sintra, Pena Palace and Cascais Full Day Tour from Lisbon

AU$83
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sintra, Pena Palace and Cascais Full Day Tour from Lisbon
Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour with Optional Bus Tour Combos

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Combos

AU$50
per adult
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Combos
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours

AU$68
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Tramcar Tours
Cultural Sail Tour Lisbon

Cultural Sail Tour Lisbon

AU$38
per adult
Cultural Sail Tour Lisbon
Classic Yacht Sunset group tour in Lisbon with welcome drink

Classic Yacht Sunset group tour in Lisbon with welcome drink

AU$57
per adult
Classic Yacht Sunset group tour in Lisbon with welcome drink
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Cities near Santa Maria Maior

Lisbon

Lisbon

Miradouro de Santa Luzia showing a coastal town and a lake or waterhole

Lisbon District