Lisbon Old Town Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries 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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Mercado da Ribeira
You can do some window-shopping at Mercado da Ribeira during your stay in Misericórdia. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries 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 fascinating museums in this romantic area.
Top hotels in Lisbon Old Town
Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa
Very nice hotel , nice service… close to all nice places
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Jam Hotel Lisbon
Lovely stay, very welcoming
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Esqina Cosmopolitan Lodge
Nice, clean rooms. Comfy bed with amazing views.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Pensão Praça da Figueira
Petit déjeuner varié et agréable
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Rossio Plaza Hotel
Overall the hotel is average. Rooms are small and we could not walk around our room without ducking on the 4th floor due to the walls sloping inward. Additionally, the cable tv barely worked and the tv would go in and out. When you walk into the building we stayed in, you have to take a stairway ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Secret Patio Lisbon
Clean
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lisbon Old 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.
Príncipe Real
Noted for its gardens and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Príncipe Real. Top attractions like Avenida da Liberdade and Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Príncipe Real Stop or Rato Station to see more of the city.
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 Pharmacy Museum.
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.
Baixa
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Rossio Square to Rua Augusta – discover Baixa, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
