Baixa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Santa Justa Elevator which includes landscape views and a city
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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
Lisbon City Hall

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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Lisbon City Hall

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
Algarve Private Tour from Lisbon with Boat Ride

Algarve Private Tour from Lisbon with Boat Ride

AU$623
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$54
per adult
Sintra/Lisbon: Sintra & Quinta da Regaleira Tour with Ticket
Lisbon Sunset Cruise with Wine and Snacks

Lisbon Sunset Cruise with Wine and Snacks

AU$54
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Lisbon Sunset Cruise with Wine and Snacks
Fatima, Batalha, Nazare, Obidos Small Group Tour From Lisbon

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

AU$134
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fatima, Batalha, Nazare, Obidos Small Group Tour From Lisbon
Lisbon: Sunset Boat Party Cruise with DJ and Open Bar

Lisbon: Sunset Boat Party Cruise with DJ and Open Bar

AU$47
per adult
Lisbon: Sunset Boat Party Cruise with DJ and Open Bar
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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
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! (1,304 reviews)
Good but for the stairs
"Central, off Rossio Square. Modern, minimalistic, clean. Good breakfast. Aircon good. Noon checkout. Baggage storage. Only quibble is it's in two blocks a few doors apart, and The annex has a lift only from the first floor uowards so stairs to climb. Insist on the main block if you have mobility ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

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Rossio Plaza 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
The price is AU$343 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$343
17 July - 18 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! (260 reviews)
"Stunning hotel in a very convenient location. I would 100% recommend and hope to come back soon! Everyone at the hotel was very kind and helpful. We got some fantastic lunch and dinner recommendations from the front desk staff. This was the perfect way to kick off a memorable trip!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Convent Square Lisbon, Vignette Collection by IHG
Hotel Moon & Sun Lisboa
Hotel Moon & Sun Lisboa
4 out of 5
200 Rua Áurea, Lisbon
The price is AU$252 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$252
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (363 reviews)
"Good hotel"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Hotel Moon & Sun Lisboa
Pestana Rua Augusta - Lisboa
Pestana Rua Augusta - Lisboa
4 out of 5
Rua do Comércio, 93 - 63, Lisbon, Lisboa
The price is AU$314 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$314
29 July - 30 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! (539 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 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$251 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$251
16 July - 17 July
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing stay at the Lisboa Pessoa Hotel. Great location, close to everything, shopping, historical sites and restaurants. The hotel staff was friendly and the Rooftop Restaurant is exceptional, the Management staff was welcoming, accommodating of our requests and the food and drinks prepared by the ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Lisboa Pessoa Hotel
Stay Hotel Lisboa Centro Chiado
Stay Hotel Lisboa Centro Chiado
4 out of 5
57 Rua do Crucifixo, Lisbon
The price is AU$250 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$250
23 July - 24 July
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (338 reviews)
"Hotel was central to everything. We loved the staff. Highly recommend staying here."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

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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 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.

Cais do Sodré

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