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 Fundacao Jose Saramago 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$298 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$298
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (1,128 reviews)
"I really liked the location,"

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2025

Hotel Mundial
Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa

Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa

4 out of 5
Rua dos Correeiros, 204, Lisbon
The price is AU$436 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$436
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,087 reviews)
"Excellent service and friendly staff. I would highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa
Rossio Plaza Hotel

Rossio Plaza Hotel

3 out of 5
Rua do Ouro, 266, Lisbon
The price is AU$408 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$408
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (1,305 reviews)
"Very quiet"

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Rossio Plaza Hotel
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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! (2,530 reviews)
"Ideal for city centre sight seeing"

Reviewed on 5 Sep. 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (366 reviews)
"Beautiful & unique! Very large apartment!"

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 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! (463 reviews)
"This property was amazing. The space was huge and clean and just beautiful. I would definitely stay here sgain"

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 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

Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca Coast & Cascais Full Day Tour

Sintra, Pena Palace and Cascais Full Day Tour from Lisbon

AU$98
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sintra, Pena Palace and Cascais Full Day Tour from Lisbon
Tuk tuk tour in Lisbon historical center.

Lisbon: 5-Hour All Inclusive Tour on a Exclusive Tuk Tour

AU$89
per adult
Lisbon: 5-Hour All Inclusive Tour on a Exclusive Tuk Tour
The remarkable Pena Palace

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

AU$161
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package

AU$5
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package
Lisbon: Sailing Tour on the Tagus River

Lisbon: Sailing Tour on the Tagus River

AU$35
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: Sailing Tour on the Tagus River
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
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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