Baixa 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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Commerce Square
You can find out about the history of Santa Maria Maior when you stop by Commerce Square. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Santa Justa Elevator
You can learn about the history of Santa Maria Maior with a visit to Santa Justa Elevator. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Rua Augusta Arch
Learn about the local history of Santa Maria Maior when you spend time at Rua Augusta Arch. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.

Restauradores Square
You can learn about the history of Santa Maria Maior with a trip to Restauradores Square. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Lisboa Story Centre
You can browse the exhibits at Lisboa Story Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Santa Maria Maior. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Baixa

Avenida Palace
A beautiful place to stay with wonderful staff and evening live piano music!
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa
Great location to explore Lisbon from. Loads of shops near by. Arrived early and they got my room ready.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Rossio Plaza Hotel
Very nice hotel. Staff were lovely. The room was spacious and clean. The shower water pressure was wonderful. Location was central to everything. Metro very close. We had a great stay!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
The hotel staff is helpful and friendly. The beds are super comfortable. The location is walkable to the center and restaurants. I hope to stay there again in a future visit to Portugal. If you visit this property, go up onto the roof rooftop and have something to drink.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Internacional Design Hotel
Superb staff. Clean roomy comfortable. Great shower. Superb location; close to everything. Would use anytime I'm in Lisboa!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Pensão Praça da Figueira
Everything was perfect, the breakfast , the rooms and the location was really close to everything in the tourist area, this place and an all day Metro/Bus ticket can get you anywhere in Lisbon
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Baixa

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.

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.

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.

Sé
River views, historical sites and bars highlight some notable features of Sé. Make a stop by Lisbon Cathedral or Casa dos Bicos while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Limoeiro Stop or Sé Stop to get around town.

Bairro Alto
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.

Alfama
Alfama is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Lg. Portas Sol Stop or R. Escolas Gerais Stop to explore sights like Portas do Sol Viewpoint.
