Santa Maria Maior Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Commerce Square featuring night scenes, a city and street scenes
Miradouro de Santa Luzia showing a city, night scenes and a coastal town
Santa Maria Maior
Rua Augusta Arch which includes heritage elements and street scenes as well as a small group of people
Rua Augusta Arch featuring a city and landscape views

Where to stay in Santa Maria Maior

Santa Justa Elevator which includes landscape views and a city

Baixa

4.5/5(90 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Rossio Square to Rua Augusta – discover Baixa, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Baixa
Chiado showing views and a sunset as well as a couple

Chiado

Spend some time visiting places like Bertrand while getting to know Chiado, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Chiado Stop or Lg. Academia Nacional Belas AR Stop to see more of the area.

Chiado
Alfama which includes a sunset and a coastal town

Alfama

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

Alfama is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Lg. Portas Sol Stop or R. Escolas Gerais Stop to explore sights like Portas do Sol Viewpoint.

Alfama
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Mouraria

While you're in Mouraria, take in top sights like Martim Moniz Square or Avenida Almirante Reis, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Socorro Stop or Martim Moniz Station.

Mouraria
Lisbon Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, street scenes and heritage architecture

Sé

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

River views, historical sites and bars highlight some notable features of Sé. Make a stop by Lisbon Cathedral or Fundacao Jose Saramago while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Limoeiro Stop or Sé Stop to get around town.

Sé
Castle of Sao Jorge featuring a coastal town and heritage architecture

Castelo

Castelo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Castle of São Jorge or Olisipónia.

Castelo
Hotel Mundial

Hotel Mundial

4 out of 5
Praça Martim Moniz, 2, Lisbon
The price is NZ$419 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$419
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an attached winery. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,149 reviews)
"Breakfast hall is too small. Can not pass people sitting and eating, have to wait in line. Need to extend to other restaurant on property."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Hotel Mundial
Rossio Plaza Hotel

Rossio Plaza Hotel

3 out of 5
Rua do Ouro, 266, Lisbon
The price is NZ$427 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$427
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,342 reviews)
"Room in excellent conditions"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Rossio Plaza Hotel
Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa

Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa

4 out of 5
Rua dos Correeiros, 204, Lisbon
The price is NZ$489 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$489
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,095 reviews)
"This property is in the middle of restaurants, shops, etc. You can't go wrong if you want to walk around because you are centrally located. Staff is very nice and accommodating! I would stay again"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hotel Santa Justa Lisboa
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VIP Executive Eden Aparthotel

VIP Executive Eden Aparthotel

4 out of 5
Praça dos Restauradores, 24, Lisbon
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,538 reviews)
"Great location quirky building great pool"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

VIP Executive Eden Aparthotel
The Visionaire Apartments

The Visionaire Apartments

4 out of 5
Praça da Figueira, 5, Lisbon
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (369 reviews)
"Great location, lots of space."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

The Visionaire Apartments
Dare Lisbon House

Dare Lisbon House

4 out of 5
Rua dos Sapateiros, 135, Lisbon
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Lisbon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (829 reviews)
"In the heart of the Baixa area and close to the Santa Justa lift this hotel is well located to walk to many of the sights. There are so many restaurants close by it’s hard to choose one. The room was perfect for my husband, my teenager daughter and myself. We really enjoyed our stay here."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Dare Lisbon House
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Popular places to visit

Rossio Square showing a fountain, street scenes and heritage elements

Rossio Square

4.5/5(66 reviews)

See the people-packed central square whose swirling wave-patterned cobbles are thought to have inspired copycat pavements across the rest of Portugal and beyond.

Rossio Square
Avenida da Liberdade

Avenida da Liberdade

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Avenida da Liberdade, a popular shopping spot in Santo Antonio. Discover the charming cafes in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

Avenida da Liberdade
Belem Tower featuring general coastal views, a sunset and heritage architecture

Belém Tower

4.5/5(67 reviews)

Lisbon constructed a fortification along a waterway to defend its riches. Now access the structure from the shore for lovely views.

Belém Tower
Marquis of Pombal Square

Marquis of Pombal Square

4/5(8 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Lisbon with a stop at Marquis of Pombal Square. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.

Marquis of Pombal Square
Campo Grande

Campo Grande

You can learn about the history of Alvalade when you stop by Campo Grande. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Campo Grande
Carcavelos Beach

Carcavelos Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carcavelos Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carcavelos. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out its surfing spots.

Carcavelos Beach

Activities

Lisbon Card

Lisbon Card

NZ$62
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Lisbon Card
The remarkable Pena Palace

Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon

NZ$180
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Lisbon Sunset Cruise with Wine and Snacks

Lisbon Sunset Cruise with Wine and Snacks

NZ$60
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Lisbon Sunset Cruise with Wine and Snacks
Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour with Optional Bus Tour Combos

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Combos

NZ$56
per adult
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Combos
From Lisbon: Fatima, Obidos, Batalha and Nazaré Group Tour

From Lisbon: Fatima Óbidos Batalha & Nazaré Small Group Tour

NZ$88
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Lisbon: Fatima Óbidos Batalha & Nazaré Small Group Tour
The National Palace of Pena - Courtyard of the Arches

Sintra Tour with Pena Palace and Regaleira All Tickets Included

NZ$261
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sintra Tour with Pena Palace and Regaleira All Tickets Included
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Cities near Santa Maria Maior

Lisbon

Lisbon

Miradouro de Santa Luzia showing a coastal town and a lake or waterhole

Lisbon District

Arroios

Arroios