Alfama Travel Guide
Lisbon District
Popular places to visit
Castle of São Jorge
You can find out about the history of Santa Maria Maior when you stop by Castle of São Jorge. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Lisbon Cathedral
You can find out about the history of Santa Maria Maior with a trip to Lisbon Cathedral. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Miradouro de Santa Luzia
Explore the great outdoors at Miradouro de Santa Luzia, a lovely green space in Santa Maria Maior. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Portas do Sol Viewpoint
You can learn about the history of Santa Maria Maior with a visit to Portas do Sol Viewpoint. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this romantic area.
Santo Antonio Church
Santo Antonio Church is just one of the places to see in Santa Maria Maior, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.
Roman Theatre Museum
You can study the exhibits at Roman Theatre Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santa Maria Maior. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Alfama
Aurea Museum by Eurostars Hotel Company
Amazing hotel!!!!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Urbano FLH Hotels Lisboa
Urbana FLH Hotels Lisboa clearly exceeded our expectations. We arrived at 9am from the rain and cold outside, and Felipe at the front desk was most welcoming. He was very friendly, helpful and accommodating. When he was not able to find a room available at that hour for the category that we have ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Convento do Salvador
Great stay wonderful hotel
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Largo da Sé - HOrigem
slightly dated - especially private bathroom ... but the room was nice. lobby did not have locks for securely storing storage before check-in or after check-out. Also, when we came in for early check-in noone answered the bell for 10 minutes (the maid who greets people for early check-in was cleaning ...
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Westlight Lisboa Madalena
Nice people, quite and clean room tho a bit small
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Memmo Alfama - Design Hotels
Room was spotless and beautifully decorated! Staff was so friendly! Location was perfect!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alfama
Sé
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.
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.
Baixa
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Rossio Square to Rua Augusta – discover Baixa, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Graça
Graça is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at R. Graça Stop or Graça Stop to explore sights like Senhora do Monte Viewpoint.
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.
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.
