You can walk up to Bairro Alto or take a trolley (the elevador da Gloria) from the Plaza de Restauradores where the obelisk is. Worth a visit because of the quaint cobble stone streets and 16 th century buildings some with colorful tiles. Now it...More

A very active, alive area with good restaurant s and shopping. Transportation is readily available with trams, Uber and taxi.

If you have any mobility issues you will not have an easy time in the Bairro Alto. We are seniors that are reasonably healthy and were able to enjoy this hilly area of Lisbon. We spent most of our time enjoying the tiled buildings and...More

We stayed in this neighborhood - recommend it as walking distance to most of the main sights around old Lisbon. The buildings are so beautiful with the tiles. Can walk to Praca do Comercio and St. Justin's elevator (get there early to avoid lines). Lots...More

The area is really beautiful with old houses and stone streets. The real European charm. The only issue we saw was that they allow cars in such narrow streets.

Firstly the area is hard to reach with much hill climbing on cobblestone roads. The restaurants offer basic fare at best. Most are not open until late. It is area for young adult looking to party.

Great Lisbon neighborhood with meandering streets and lots of local shops and restaurants. It has the feel of a locals area with some of the more popular tourist spots scattered within. Check out the "elevador" for some nice views.