Baixa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Santa Justa Elevator which includes landscape views and a city
Baixa
Santa Justa Elevator showing a square or plaza, a city and heritage elements
Santa Justa Elevator which includes heritage elements and a city
Rossio Square featuring a fountain and a square or plaza

Popular places to visit

Rossio Square showing a fountain, street scenes and heritage elements

Rossio Square

4.5/5(66 reviews)

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
Santa Justa Elevator which includes outdoor eating, night scenes and nightlife

Santa Justa Elevator

4/5(60 reviews)

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.

Santa Justa Elevator
Commerce Square which includes a statue or sculpture

Commerce Square

4.5/5(48 reviews)

Spend time people-watching as you enjoy a coffee and lunch in the same café that Lisbon’s literati once frequented.

Commerce Square
Rua Augusta Arch featuring street scenes and heritage elements as well as a large group of people

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.

Rua Augusta Arch
Restauradores Square showing a monument, a city and a square or plaza

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.

Restauradores Square
Lisboa Story Centre showing interior views

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.

Lisboa Story Centre

Activities

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

Sintra, Pena Palace and Cascais Full Day Tour from Lisbon

AU$97
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sintra, Pena Palace and Cascais Full Day Tour from Lisbon
Algarve Private Tour from Lisbon with Boat Ride

Algarve Private Tour from Lisbon with Boat Ride

AU$613
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Algarve Private Tour from Lisbon with Boat Ride
Sintra/Lisbon: Sintra & Quinta da Regaleira Tour with Ticket

Sintra/Lisbon: Sintra & Quinta da Regaleira Tour with Ticket

AU$53
per adult
Sintra/Lisbon: Sintra & Quinta da Regaleira Tour with Ticket
Fatima, Batalha, Nazare, Obidos Small Group Tour From Lisbon

Fatima, Batalha, Nazare, Obidos Small Group Tour From Lisbon

AU$132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fatima, Batalha, Nazare, Obidos Small Group Tour From Lisbon
Our favourite palace - Regaleira Palace and its Initiation Well!

This is Sintra - Your Most Epic Day!

AU$123
per adult
This is Sintra - Your Most Epic Day!
Tourists enjoying a tuk tuk guided tour in Lisbon

Lisbon: 1-Hour City Tour on a Private Tuk Tuk

AU$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: 1-Hour City Tour on a Private Tuk Tuk
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Our pick of the best Baixa Hotel Deals

Rossio Plaza Hotel
Rossio Plaza Hotel
3 out of 5
Rua do Ouro, 266, Lisbon
The price is AU$262 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$262
27 July - 28 July
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! (1,303 reviews)
"Such a cute and unique property! SUPER friendly staff, and an amazing job with the cleaning from the housekeepers. 100% recommend."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Rossio Plaza Hotel
TURIM Terreiro do Paço Hotel
TURIM Terreiro do Paço Hotel
4 out of 5
Rua do Comércio, 9, Lisbon
The price is AU$270 per night from 10 July to 11 July
AU$270
10 July - 11 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was cordial, and the hotel is conveniently located near my work associates."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

TURIM Terreiro do Paço Hotel
Convent Square Lisbon, Vignette Collection by IHG
Convent Square Lisbon, Vignette Collection by IHG
4 out of 5
Rua Dom Antaoo de Almada, 4, Lisbon, Lisbon District
Fully refundable
The price is AU$397 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$397
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (255 reviews)
"The facility is spotless. The service is impeccable. The staff is always ready to help. I cannot say enough about this hotel and it's staff. It is one of the best hotel visits I've had in my life. When a tour was canceled on us due to a flat tire, the front desk staff arranged a wonderful alternative ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

Convent Square Lisbon, Vignette Collection by IHG
Esqina Urban Lodge
Esqina Urban Lodge
4 out of 5
Rua dos Sapateiros 92, Lisbon
The price is AU$247 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$247
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star guesthouse in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Esqina Urban Lodge
Pestana Rua Augusta - Lisboa
Pestana Rua Augusta - Lisboa
4 out of 5
Rua do Comércio, 93 - 63, Lisbon, Lisboa
The price is AU$303 per night from 10 July to 11 July
AU$303
10 July - 11 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (529 reviews)
"Best thing about the property - STAFF. Very helpful reception staff. Thank you."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Pestana Rua Augusta - Lisboa
Lisboa Pessoa Hotel
Lisboa Pessoa Hotel
4 out of 5
Rua da Oliveira ao Carmo, 8, Lisbon
The price is AU$294 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$294
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Highly recommend
"Hotel was incredibly clean. Staff was incredibly helpful, actually bringing up our luggage from the car. Restaurant was nice, but a bit pricey. Location was great."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Lisboa Pessoa Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Baixa

Chiado which includes 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
Castle of Sao Jorge which includes heritage architecture and a coastal town

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
Lisbon Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, street scenes and a city

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
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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
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Bairro Alto

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

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.

Bairro Alto
Lisbon District showing food

Cais do Sodré

If you're spending time in Cais do Sodré, check out sights like Pink Street or Mercado da Ribeira and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rua de São Paulo Stop or R. Vitor Cordon Stop.

Cais do Sodré

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