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Lisbon District

A densely packed urban area with colorful buildings, a prominent white statue, and a red-roofed church.
A historic square with ornate buildings and a prominent clock tower.
A plaza with a central fountain, surrounded by historic buildings with red-tiled roofs.
A narrow street flanked by buildings with terracotta roofs and white facades.
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Explore this historic neighborhood, built upon the rubble of the city’s 1755 earthquake. Today it contains most of Lisbon’s top areas and attractions.

Stay near popular Baixa attractions

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Rossio Square

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See the people-packed central square whose swirling wave-patterned cobbles are thought to have inspired copycat pavements across the rest of Portugal and beyond.
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Things to do

Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais

Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais

$40
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais
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Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira & Cabo Roca & Cascais Coast

$28
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira & Cabo Roca & Cascais Coast
Belem Tower

Tour Lisbon: Belém Tower, the Cathedral & Parque das Nações

$88
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Lisbon: Belém Tower, the Cathedral & Parque das Nações
Lisbon: Tagus River Cruise with Welcome Drink

Lisbon: Tagus River Cruise with Welcome Drink

$17
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: Tagus River Cruise with Welcome Drink
Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour

Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour

$77
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour
Lisbon: Boat Cruise with Live Fado Performance and a Drink

Lisbon: Boat Cruise with Live Fado Performance and a Drink

$42
per adult
Lisbon: Boat Cruise with Live Fado Performance and a Drink
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Lisbon City Center

Travelers love Lisbon City Center for its popular shops, and you can see more of Lisbon by jumping on the metro at Saldanha Station or Sao Sebastiao Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square.

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Chiado

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Chiado. Spend some time visiting top spots like Camões Square, and catch the metro at Chiado Stop or Lg. Academia Nacional Belas AR Stop to see more of the area.

A cathedral with tall, arched windows and stone columns.

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.

A coastal town with terracotta-roofed buildings, a prominent church with a dome, and a sea view.

Alfama

Alfama is a destination travelers like for its historic 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.

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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.

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