Lapa 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.
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.
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.
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.
Lisbon Oceanarium
Take the family to visit the sea life at Lisbon Oceanarium during your travels in Parque das Nações. Stroll along the seaside or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Lapa
Jam Hotel Lisbon
This was my third time at this hotel and glad they now have a restaurant attached to it.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Emerald House Lisbon, Curio Collection By Hilton
Lovely hotel, some interesting decorative features in the rooms. Located outside city centre so may need to use transport to get to main tourist attractions.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hotel Acta Moa- New Opening
Excellent location for our stay and nice clean modern room with great views over the city
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Locke de Santa Joana
Property was very clean and quiet. Rooms were quite small and tight- next to no room to walk around the bed. Check in took a long time for some reason, even though i did pre-check in.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
B&B Hotel Lisboa Aeroporto
This is a factory hotel. The lobby is a large cafeteria. The front desk is understaffed for the busloads of people trying to check in. When booking on Expedia we were shown a photo of the room with 2 twin beds. Instead we (2 people) got 1 double bed with a bouncy mattress. There was no soap in the ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto
I would stay again .
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lapa
Santos
Museums, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some notable features of Santos. Make a stop by Regimento de Sapadores Bombeiros Museum or National Museum of Ancient Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rua de São João da Mata Stop or Santos-o-velho Stop to get around town.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
