Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Lisbon
The 4 areas worth basing yourself in Lisbon, Portugal — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Alfama.
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Top pick
Alfama
Old town, fado tradition, miradouro viewpoints.
24 min walk from center
#2
Bairro Alto
Nightlife — quiet by day, crowded after 10pm.
18 min walk from center
#3
Belém
Monuments, museums, the pastry of pastries.
6.7 km from center
#4
Príncipe Real
Boutiques, design shops, dining.
16 min walk from center
Getting around
Walk (Lisbon is hilly — be ready), Tram 28 is iconic, Metro for longer hops.
Buy a Viva Viagem card. Take Tram 28 in the morning (less crowded). Funiculars save your legs.