Bairro Alto

Bairro Alto is a central district in Lisbon, which saw urbanization during the 15th century. It is characterized by sloping streets that houses luxury stores, restaurants, bars, cafes, Fado houses and souvenir shops. The district acts as a shopping hub during the day and gets transported into a lively nightlife quarter in the night. The vibrant atmosphere of Bairro Alto attracts locals as well tourists all year round. The residential quarter lining the lanes of the quarter boasts a peculiar architectural style where you can spot low two storeyed 16th century buildings whereas multi-storey Pombaline-era facade are from the 18th century. Once a hangout place for artists and writers, it is now buzzing with people out for dining or on a pub crawl. The area is home to city’s yuppies and young couples. São Roque Church, Carmo Church and St. Catherine Church are the historical highlights in Bairro Alto. Take a stroll around Bairro Alto and soak in the bohemian spirit of Lisbon’s one of the most attractive neighbourhoods featuring unique mix of old and new. You can spot the evening crowd spilling on the streets from the bars occupying the narrow lanes!