Bairro Alto Travel Guide
Lisbon District
Popular places to visit
Rossio Square
Find out about the history of Rossio Square, one of the top monuments in Santa Maria Maior. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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.
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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Belém Tower
You can find out about the history of Belém with a stop at Belém Tower. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Lisbon Oceanarium
Take the family to visit the sea life at Lisbon Oceanarium during your travels in Parque das Nações. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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.
Top hotels in Bairro Alto
Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel
all perfect
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Independente Príncipe Real
The TV was on the fritz, but that was a minor inconvenience. Great breakfast and wonderful staff.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
9Hotel Mercy
Modern hotel in a lovely location. Near restaurants, bars, and sight seeing locations. Highly recommend if you’re walking around Lisbon. I’d stay here again.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Lisbon Colours Bairro Alto Apartments
The apartments were spacious and relatively comfortable and clean. However, the area is very lively and the noise was so loud that sleeping was difficult. Also, there was a door to another apartment inside the apartment we stayed in that was paper-thin and we could hear entire conversations of other ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Inn Bairro Alto - BA Sweet
The room was big and property was cleaned.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Pensao Residencial Camoes
Location was really difficult to find and was difficult for entry as two high flights of stairs with luggage.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bairro Alto
Lisbon Old Town
Lisbon Old Town is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square. See more of Lisbon by jumping on the metro at São Pedro de Alcântara Stop or Elevador da Glória Stop.
Bica
Bica is a destination travellers like for its cafes, and you might hop aboard the metro at Cç. Combro Stop or Sta. Catarina Stop to explore sights like Santa Catarina Viewpoint.
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.
Cais do Sodre
Consider a visit to Mercado da Ribeira and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Cais do Sodre. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rua de São Paulo/Bica Stop or Ascensor da Bica Stop.
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.
Baixa
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Rossio Square to Rua Augusta – discover Baixa, a destination also famous for its shopping.
