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 fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums in this romantic 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this romantic area.
Top hotels in Alfama
Aurea Museum by Eurostars Hotel Company
Staff was great, room was comfortable, spa was lovely. Great location, close to everything without being busy.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Urbano FLH Hotels Lisboa
Excellent property. Very clean and quaint. This is smaller hotel but had everything we needed while in Lisbon.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hotel Convento do Salvador
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Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Largo da Sé - HOrigem
Luggage storage
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Solar Do Castelo, a Lisbon Heritage Collection
The room was clean. The staff were great - smily, thoughtfully, and friendly!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Memmo Alfama - Design Hotels
Beautiful room, very friendly staff, quiet and comfortable. The location is close to many great restaurants and scenic locations. The breakfast was fantastic. Definitely worth rebooking!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alfama
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.
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.
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.
Baixa
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Rossio Square to Rua Augusta – discover Baixa, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
