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Lisbon/Bairro Alto - neighborhood in Lisbon, Portugal

Bairro Alto is a district in Lisbon, Portugal. Beyond Bairro Alto itself, the district includes other neighbourhoods, notably Chiado and Príncipe Real. Bairro Alto is recognized for being Lisbon's centre of trendy, youthful dining and nightlife. Many high-end international shops can be found in Chiado and along Avenida da Liberdade, a wide, tree-lined boulevard.

Get in

Three Lisbon Metro lines serve the district:

  • [amarela] — Marquês de Pombal, Rato
  • [azul] — Marquês de Pombal, Avenida, Restauradores, Baixa–Chiado
  • [verde] — Baixa–Chiado, Cais do Sodré

Five tram routes pass through the district: [15e] [18e] [24e] [25e] [28e]

See

Ruins of Igreja do Carmo Jardim de S. Pedro de Alcântara

  • Igreja do Carmo, Largo do Carmo (Lift stop or metro station ), 38.71200°, -9.14057°, +351 213 460 473, secretaria@arqueologos.pt. Oct-May: M-Sa 10:00-18:00; Jun-Sep: M-Sa 10:00-19:00; closed Su, 1 Jan, 1 May, 25 Dec. The hilltop church of the former convent of Carmo is a towering memorial of the 1755 earthquake, which made the roof of the church collapse, but the Gothic arches of the nave survived. The church was preserved that way and now serves as the Museu Arqueológico in the extant parts of the building. The museum houses a hodgepodge of archaeological artifacts from around Portugal and the world including mummies from South America, tombs of Portuguese rulers, and the Stations of the Cross on 18th-century painted tiles. The assorted artifacts are not well explained, but the church is a sight to see and visitors come to relax in the grassy nave of the church, and draw or photograph the spires. €4 (adults), €3 (students/seniors), €3.20 (Lisbon card), free (children under 15) 2017-05-01
  • Jardim de São Pedro de Alcântara (Mirador), Rua S. Pedro de Alcântara (Tram stop or funicular stop ), 38.71497°, -9.14406°. Excellent panorama from the lovely terrace/garden on top of Elevador da Glória and northern corner of Bairro Alto. Free
  • Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, Rua das Janelas Verdes, 38.704167°, -9.161667°, +351 21 391 2800. Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00-18:00; Closed Monday. Portugal's impressive national art collection, including 14-19th century European painting, artefacts of Portuguese contact with the East and Africa and a collection of ecclesiastical treasures. Highlights include Dürer's St Jerome, Hieronymus Bosch's Temptations of St Antony, Nuno Gonçalves' Adoration of St Vincent, and 16th century Japanese paintings of Portuguese traders. Normal: €6.00 2018-09-18
  • Museu da Marioneta (Puppetry Museum), Convento das Bernardas, Rua da Esperança 146, 38.7079°, -9.1561°, +351 21 394 2810, museu@museudamarioneta.pt. Tu–F 10:00–18:00, Sa Su closed M. The museum covers the history of puppetry around the world, with an emphasis on Portugal. Various types of puppets are on display. Admission €5, ages 13–25 €2.50, 65+ or disabled €4.30, kids under 13 free; shows €7.50, kids, seniors 65+, and students under 25 €5 2021-07-23
  • Basílica da Estrela, Praça da Estrela, +351 21 396 0915, basilica_estrela@sapo.pt. This Neoclassical and Baroque basilica, dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, was built in the late 1700s by Queen Maria I in fulfilment of a vow. The Queen is entombed in the right transept. Among the artworks is a nativity scene made up of over 500 cork and terracotta figures by Joaquim Machado de Castro. 2021-07-23
  • Jardim da Estrela (Jardim Guerra Junqueiro), Praça da Estrela. Daily 07:00–00:00. A English-style garden with Romantic inspiration. You can find many plant and bird species here. 2021-07-23
  • Palácio de São Bento (Saint Benedict's Palace). Built in 1598, the palace has served as the home of Portugal's parliament since 1834. The adjoining São Bento Mansion serves as the prime minister's residence. 2021-07-23
  • Cemitério dos Prazeres, Praça São João Bosco (Tram 28 to its Western terminus), 38.714016°, -9.169985°, +351 21 396 1511. daily 09:00–16:30. This large cemetery is packed with majestic gravestones and mausoleums, separated by wide, pedestrian, tree-lined "streets". Many graves are marked with icons telling something about the person's role in historical Lisbon. A beautiful respite from the busy city. free 2016-04-14
  • Fundação Arpad Szenes / Vieira da Silva, Praça das Amoreiras, 56/58, 38.72223°, -9.15576°, +351 21 388-0044, fasvs@fasvs.pt. M-Sa 11:00-19:00, Su 10:00-18:00. This museum is installed in the restored 18th-century former Royal Silk Factory. Its permanent collection covers a wide time period of the works of 20th-century painters Arpad Szenes and Maria Helena Vieira da Silva, and regularly hosts exhibits by their contemporaries. Adults €2.50, students €1.25, kids under 14 free
  • Aqueduto das Aguas Livres, 38.7223°, -9.1591°. This is a historic aqueduct in the city of Lisbon, Portugal. It is one of the most remarkable examples of 18th-century Portuguese engineering, including the largest stone arch in the world. The main course of the aqueduct covers 18 km, but the whole network of canals extends through nearly 58 km. The Mãe d'Água (Mother of the Water) reservoir of the Amoreiras, the largest of the water reservoirs, was finished in 1834. This reservoir, with a capacity of 5,500 m³ of water, was designed by Carlos Mardel. It is now deactivated and can be visited as part of the Museu da Água (Water Museum).
  • Espaço Novo Banco, Praça Marquês de Pombal, 3A ([undefined]), 38.72449°, -9.15076°, +351 21 350-8975, nbcultura@novobanco.pt. M–F 09:00-15:00. Multifunctional space dedicated to contemporary art, especially photography. Free 2020-12-15
  • Lisbon Botanical Gardens (Jardim Botânico), Rua da Escola Politécnica, 58 (between the Avenida da Liberdade and Bairro Alto), 38.7181°, -9.14895°. A hidden gem. It was created several hundred years ago, by a King of Portugal at the time of the Discoveries. The story goes that this King wanted one of every type of plant in the world, and although that's unlikely, there is a huge collection dating back by three or four centuries which is worth checking out. And there's something quite eerie about seeing plants or huge trees from completely different climates growing next to each other in apparent harmony. A great place to take a picnic - this green oasis is completely surrounded by city but even the city sounds filter out. Entrance €2 adults, discounts for kids, seniors and students

Do

Buy

  • Armazéns do Chiado, Rua do Carmo 2 (Metro: Baixa-Chiado Station), 38.711°, -9.139444°. This upscale and trendy shopping centre was developed inside Lisbon's historic grand department store which burnt down in 1988. The food court on the top floor has a terrace with a brilliant view over Baixa and Chiado.
  • Centro Comercial Amoreiras, Av. Eng. Duarte Pacheco (Metro: Marquês de Pombal Station), 38.723036°, -9.162211°. The city's oldest mall in eye-catching post-modern towers housing international chains. Mercado de Campo de Ourique on a sunny day
  • Mercado de Campo de Ourique, Rua Coelho da Rocha (Tram 28 to its Western terminus at Prazeres), 38.716152°, -9.166832°. An indoor market selling wide selection of fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, and jewelry. A perfect break while Tram 28 turns around, it's calmer and less crowded than other markets listed. 2016-04-14
  • A Vida Portuguesa, Rua Anchieta 11 (Chiado), 38.710015°, -9.141073°, +351 21 346-5073, avidaportuguesa@gmail.com. Vintage and nostalgic products and brands. 2020-04-29
  • Livraria Bertrand, R. Garrett 73 (Ciado), 38.710655°, -9.14114°, +351 21 347 6122. Founded in 1732, it is the oldest operating bookstore in the world. If you want they can stamp the books you buy, certifying that they were bought there. While most books are in Portuguese there is a full shelf of English language literature, including many notable Portuguese titles translated to English. There's a small coffee-shop/bar area at the back of the shop with very helpful staff. 2017-11-09

Eat

Grilled sardines at A Tasquinha Cervejaria da Trindade Leitaria Camponeza Be prepared for some fine dining delights while in Lisbon

Budget

Around the Jardim de São Pedro de Alcântara

Around the Guerra Junqueiro Garden

Around Cais do Sodré

  • Time Out Market (Mercado da Ribeira), Av. 24 de Julho 49 (Cais do Sodré, opposite the train station), 38.706944°, -9.145556°, +351 21 395 1274. Su-W 10:00-24:00, Th-Sa 10:00-02:00. The late 19th-century market was closed in 2000, and in 2014 the publisher Time Out Portugal transformed the space into a gourmet food court with 40 kiosks, including restaurants, bars, and shops. A number of Lisbon's top chefs have stands here, making this an ideal place to sample some of their food for lower prices than at their established restaurants. 2022-05-01

Mid-range

  • Rosa da Rua Restaurante, Rua da Rosa, 265, Bairro Alto (Metro: Rossio), 38.71469°, -9.14598°, +351 21 343 2195, rosadarua@gmail.com. M-F 12:00-15:30 19:30-22:30, Sa 19:30-22:30. A traditional restaurant offering an interesting mix of Portuguese, Indian, and Cape Verdean flavours. The lunch-time buffet offers excellent value for money and great quality food. Staff are patient with English speakers. €10 for buffet lunch; €25 for 3-course dinner (May 2017) 2022-05-01
  • Faca & Garfo, R. da Condessa, 2, 38.71251°, -9.14098°, +351 21 346 8068. M-Sa 08:00-24:00. A cozy and affordable restaurant which offers tasty grilled Portuguese specialities of meat and fish. Mains €6-8 (May 2017) 2022-05-01
  • Bengal Tandoori, Rua da Alegria 20 ([undefined]), 38.7176°, -9.1462°, +351 21 347 9918, info@bengaltandoori.pt. 11:30–23:30 daily. Cuisine of East Bengal, India, using a tandoor oven. €15-20 2021-07-23
  • Cervejaria da Trindade, R. Nova da Trindade 20C (Chiado), 38.71244°, -9.14242°, +351 21 342 3506, trindade.chiado@cervejariatrindade.pt. Su-Th 12:00-24:00, F Sa 12:00-01:00. This excellent restaurant-brewery in a former monastery has several kinds of Sagres beer and Guinness. The appetizer that is charged for each item that is consumed separately. Nice codfish plates. €15-25 2017-05-05
  • Os Tibetanos, Rua do Salitre, 117, 38.71970°, -9.14873°, +351 213 142 038. M-F 12:15-14:45 19:30-22:30, Sa 12:45-15:30 20:00-23:00, Su and holidays 19:30-22:30. Vegetarian restaurant affiliated with a Buddhist center. Vegan friendly. Juice bar. Inexpensive 2017-05-06
  • Tamarind, Rua da Gloria 43-45 (near Elevador da Glória), 38.71676°, -9.14426°, +351 21 346 6080, contact@tamarindrestaurantes.com. Tu-Su 11:30-15:00 18:30-23:30, M 18:30-23:30. Small Indian restaurant. Reservations can be made online. Avg bill per person €30
  • Restaurante Brasuca, Rua João Pereira da Rosa, 7, 38.71204°, -9.14730°, +351 21 322 0740. Tu-Su 12:00-15:00 19:00-23:00. Great Brazilian food served by friendly staff. 2017-05-06
  • Restaurante Calcutá 2, Rua da Atalaia, 28, 38.71128°, -9.14478°, +351 21 346 8165. Daily 18:30-23:30. The second of two restaurants operated by the same owners. Decent Indian food, but far from the best. The location is great though for starting a night out on the town. Ask for the shoot drinks! €25 (two courses with house wine) 2017-05-06
  • Restaurante Lisboa À Noite, Rua as Gaveas, 69, 38.71216°, -9.14346°, +351 21 346 8557, mail.info@lisboanoite.com. M-Th 19:30-24:00, F Sa and holidays 19:30-01:00. A restaurant with a variety of traditional Portuguese dishes very appreciated by the tourists. Friendly environment, great service. Make sure you try the appetizers. 2020-06-11
  • Restaurante Sacramento do Chiado, Calçada Sacramento, 44, 38.71147°, -9.14025°, +351 21 342 0572, reservas@sacramentodochiado.com. M-F 12:30-15:00 19:30-24:00, Sa Su 19:30-24:00. A popular locals' place in palace stables from the 18th-century . The atmosphere and the food are excellent. Service is very good and the recommendations by the staff are outstanding. The writing on the menu is very small and difficult to read in the subdued lighting. €40 (appetizer, main, wine and desert)
  • Restaurante Sinal Vermelho, R. das Gáveas, 89, 38.71237°, -9.14349°, +351 21 346 1252. M 19:00-00:30, Tu-F 12:30-00:30, Sa 19:00-00:30. Good traditional Portuguese at reasonable prices. Mains €8-12 2017-05-07
  • Restaurante Terra, Rua da Palmeira, 15 (near Jardim do Príncipe Real), 38.71473°, -9.14909°, +351 707 108 108. Tu-Su 12:30-15:30 19:30-24:00. Probably the best vegetarian restaurant in Lisbon and also the nicest in terms of ambience and service. They have a menu in English and will help with vegan choices or people with other dietary restrictions. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends but you will always be served even if you arrive with the place full and have to wait for a while. Weather permitting try to get a table outside, which means a wonderful and secluded back terrace. €15-20 (buffet plus drink and/or dessert) 2017-05-06
  • Come Prima, Rua do Olival, 258 (near the Museu de Arte Antiga, between the Madragoa neighbourhood and the docks), 38.70486°, -9.16632°, +351 213 902 457, info@comeprima.pt. M-F 12:00-15:00 19:00-23:00, F Sa 19:00-24:00. Traditional Italian fresh pasta dishes, various starters, risottos, meats and wood-oven pizzas are produced from a wide selection of prime quality fresh ingredients. Extensive wine list procured from both national and Italian producers and a delightful choice of desserts carefully picked from the Italian classics. €18 2017-05-06

Splurge

Drink

Café A Brasileira

Sleep

Budget

Mid-range

Splurge

  • Olissippo Lapa Palace, Rua do Pau de Bandeira 4, 38.70683°, -9.1638°, +351 21 394 9494, info.lapa@olissippohotels.com. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. Five-star, 109-room hotel, property of Orient-Express Hotels, Trains & Cruises. A luxury palace hotel in one of Lisbon's seven hills, with gardens and pools, heated all year long. Member of the Leading Hotels of the World. With one of the best spas in Lisbon, gourmet food (its restaurant is considered by the Zagat Guide as one of the best in Lisbon) and one of best concierge services in the country. €264-351 2021-07-22
  • Eurostars das Letras, Rua Castilho, 6-12 (Five minutes walk from Avenida metro station, ten minutes walk from the AirportBus stop at Marques de Pombal), 38.72015°, -9.14885°, +351 21 357-3094, reservas@eurostarsdasletras.com. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. Five-star, 107-room modern hotel in the central Rato district. The hotel offers free wireless internet for guests along with two laptops with internet access. €91-268 2021-07-22
  • Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade, 38.71876°, -9.14513°. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. Five-star, 163-room hotel. Perhaps not particularly outstanding in standards or appointments among other Sofitels in Europe (meaning though that the standards are very high), the Lisbon Sofitel boasts a very central location on the Avenida da Liberdade, smack right at the entrance to the namesake metro station. €174-264 2021-07-22
  • Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa, Avenida da Liberdade 185, 38.72105°, -9.14717°, +351 21 319 8900, avenidaliberdade@tivoli-hotels.com. Check-in: 15:00, check-out: 12:00. The five-star, 285-room flagship of the Portuguese Tivoli hotel chain is most known for its rooftop terrace bar with splendid views. €180-304 2021-07-22
  • Altis Grand Hotel, Rua Castilho 11, 38.72063°, -9.15016°, +351 21 310 6000, reservations.altisgrand@altishotels.com. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. Five-star, 295 room hotel with swimming pool, spa, gym, business centre, conference facilities, bar, and free Wi-Fi. €101-240 2021-07-22
  • Fontecruz Lisboa (Autograph Collection), Av. da Liberdade 138-142, 38.71921°, -9.14395°, +351 21 041 0000. Check-in: 15:00, check-out: 12:00. Striking postmodern architecture and interior appointments are on the menu throughout this Marriott's luxury, five-star, 72-room boutique hotel. €175-390 2021-07-22

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Bairro Alto

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