{"id":44684,"date":"2020-06-03T06:00:50","date_gmt":"2020-06-03T13:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/?p=44684"},"modified":"2025-08-23T23:06:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-24T06:06:41","slug":"where-to-stay-lisbon-portugal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/where-to-stay-lisbon-portugal\/","title":{"rendered":"WHERE TO STAY IN LISBON, PORTUGAL: THE BEST AREAS & HOTELS"},"content":{"rendered":"

Lisbon is the capital city of Portugal, neighbouring Spain in Europe. Lisbon is well known for its beautifully coloured houses, narrow streets, thriving nightlife, boutique shopping, and custard tarts. Lisbon may be smaller than other European cities but it packs character and is budget-friendly, with many things to do within the city and many great day trips from the city. <\/p>\n

With so many different neighbourhoods and hotels to choose from, finding the right place to stay in Lisbon can be an overwhelming task. Having visited Lisbon many times, I am very familiar with Lisbon\u2019s best and safest areas to stay in and rounded up my favourites for every budget below!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Top 10 Things To Do In Lisbon<\/h2>\n

Lisbon has lots of things to see and do. These are my top 10 things to see and do during your stay in Lisbon.<\/p>\n

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  1. Visit the Torre de Bel\u00e9m<\/a>.<\/li>\n
  2. Ride on Lisbon’s historic Tram 28, which works its way up and down the narrow cobbled streets of the Alfama district.<\/li>\n
  3. Take a trip to the Alfama district, the oldest district in the city, with winding streets, alleyways, and top attractions.<\/li>\n
  4. Take a day trip to Sintra<\/a>. Sintra is located half an hour by car from the centre of Lisbon, but it’s well worth the trip. A UNESCO world heritage site, the town has colourful houses, Quinta de Regeleira, Palace of Pena, and Castelo dos Mouros.<\/li>\n
  5. Visit St George’s Castle<\/a>. Standing high above the streets of the old district, the castle was built by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago.<\/li>\n
  6. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Monastery of Jer\u00f3nimos.<\/li>\n
  7. Wander around the district of Bairro Alto and old Alfama.<\/li>\n
  8. Visit some of Lisbon’s museums – MAAT<\/a> (Art, Architecture, and Technology Museum), National Museum of Contemporary Art<\/a>, History of Art at Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, National Azulejo Museum<\/a>, or many more.<\/li>\n
  9. Try one of Lisbon’s famous custard tarts.<\/li>\n
  10. Relax at one of Lisbon’s Parks – Monsanto Park, Parque Eduardo VII, Jardim da Estrela, or Jardim do Torel. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Overview Of Lisbon Neighbourhoods<\/h2>\n

    Lisbon has a wide variety of neighbourhoods with each one offering a unique experience, from the traditional neighbourhoods of Alfama and Baixa to the modern neighbourhoods Parque das Nacoes and Marquess of Pombal Square. <\/p>\n

    Baixa is considered the downtown Lisbon neighbourhood with many of the top tourist landmarks, restaurants, and shopping. Bairro Alto is known for it’s thriving and bustling nightlife scene. Alfama is the historic centre of Lisbon with narrow cobbled streets and alleyways. <\/p>\n

    Depending on your preferred location and budget, you can find something in Lisbon to suit your requirements, from boutique hotels to luxury chain brands. <\/span><\/p>\n

    A little bit of research (or this guide!) will help you in finding quality accommodation for your perfect trip!<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Trendiest Area Of Lisbon: Bairro Alto<\/h3>\n

    One of the liveliest neighbourhoods in the city is Bairro Alto, which is thriving during the evening with bars and nightlife. People have street parties during the evening, meaning it is not a quiet place to stay in Lisbon. <\/p>\n

    If you enjoy nightlife and a quirky neighbourhood Bairro Alto is the neighbourhood for you, with unique shops, and street art.  <\/p>\n

    Pros & Cons Of Staying In Bairro Alto<\/h4>\n

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