Bairro Alto Travel Guide

Lisbon District

A cobblestone plaza with people walking, surrounded by historic buildings with colorful facades.
A narrow cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a mural with colorful figures, and a clear blue sky.
A park bench with people sitting, overlooking a cityscape with colorful buildings.
Two women overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and a castle on a hill.
A tram on a narrow street with graffiti on the walls and a crowd of people on the sidewalk.

Stay near popular Bairro Alto attractions

Fado in Chiado

9.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can make plans for a show at Fado in Chiado during your stay in Santa Maria Maior. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.
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Things to do

Castle in Lisbon

Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais with Admission to Pena Palace and Garden Walk

£68
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Sintra & Cascais with Admission to Pena Palace and Garden Walk
The remarkable Pena Palace

Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon

£60
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour with Optional Bus Tour Combos

Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Packs

£22
per adult
Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Packs
Belem Tower

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

£66
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tour Lisbon: Belém Tower, the Cathedral & Parque das Nações
Lisbon: Sintra, Regaleira, Pena, Cabo Roca All Tickets Included

Lisbon: Sintra, Regaleira, Pena, Cabo Roca All Tickets Included

£30
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Lisbon: Sintra, Regaleira, Pena, Cabo Roca All Tickets Included
Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour

Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour

£61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tastes & Traditions of Lisbon Food Tour
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Top hotels in Bairro Alto

Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel

Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel

5 out of 5
R. de São Pedro de Alcântara Lisbon Lisboa
The price is £351 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
£351
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (788 reviews)
"Everything was 10/10"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel
Lisbon Colours Bairro Alto Apartments

Lisbon Colours Bairro Alto Apartments

4 out of 5
Travessa da Queimada, 46 Lisbon
The price is £158 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
£158
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Lisbon Colours Bairro Alto Apartments
9Hotel Mercy

9Hotel Mercy

4 out of 5
Rua da Misericordia, 76 Lisbon
The price is £162 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£162
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Good place"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

9Hotel Mercy
Ponto Alto Hotel

Ponto Alto Hotel

3 out of 5
184 Rua da Atalaia Lisbon
The price is £117 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
£117
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Rossio Square and Avenida da Liberdade are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"The staff was friendly"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Ponto Alto Hotel
Independente Príncipe Real

Independente Príncipe Real

3 out of 5
Rua São Pedro De Alcântara 81 Lisbon
The price is £129 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
£129
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (508 reviews)
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Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Independente Príncipe Real
Inn Bairro Alto - BA Sweet

Inn Bairro Alto - BA Sweet

3 out of 5
Travessa das Mercês, 52-50 Lisbon
The price is £70 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£70
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Lisbon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (722 reviews)
"Great location and very helpful staff"

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Inn Bairro Alto - BA Sweet
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Where to stay in Bairro Alto

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A cityscape with a prominent stone wall and a view of the city below.

Lisbon City Center

Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square are top sights in Lisbon City Center, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Saldanha Station or Sao Sebastiao Station to see more sights in the area.

A densely packed urban area with colorful buildings, a prominent white statue, and a red-roofed church.

Baixa

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Rossio Square to Rua Augusta – discover Baixa, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A cityscape with a hilltop fortress, a park with benches and flowers, and a couple kissing on a bridge railing.

Chiado

Spend some time visiting places like Camões Square 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.

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 terrace overlooking a coastal town with cobblestone pavement, a palm tree, and a view of the sea.

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.

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