Lapa Travel Guide
Lisbon District
Popular places to visit
Rossio Square
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.
Belém Tower
Belém Tower is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, located on the northern bank of the Tagus River in the Belém district of Lisbon.
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 top-notch restaurants in this romantic area or seek out the local tours.
Marquis of Pombal Square
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.
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.
Commerce Square
People-watch in this historic square while you enjoy a coffee and pastry in the café where the city’s literati once gathered.
Things to do
Intimate Live Fado Music Show in Lisbon with Port Wine
Lisbon: Intimate Live Fado Music Show with Port wine
Top hotels in Lapa
Jam Hotel Lisbon
The hotel is very nice and clean, we really enjoyed the stay. The staff is amazing….Haydee, Mitchel, Pamela, Laura, Bruna and Pietra at the front desk are very friendly and helpful…..at the Bar Angelina and Caio are really good too. I will recommend this hotel to my family and friends.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Emerald House Lisbon, Curio Collection By Hilton
Room is perfect - bed is so comfortable! Staff have all been so accommodating.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Locke de Santa Joana
The reception staff who guided us to our room was above and beyond wonderful and helpful. I didn't catch his name but he wore glasses. He was a credit to your team and made us so welcome
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel
The breakfast was amazing and the staff was very welcoming and professional!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hotel Acta Moa- New Opening
The only issue was that the bathroom sink didn’t work and the water wasn’t going down
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hotel Star Inn Lisbon Aeroporto
Check in was good. Room clean. Bathroom fine. Very small room for the price and very hard mattress
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lapa
Santos
Museums, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some notable features of Santos. Make a stop by National Museum of Ancient Art or Puppet Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rua de São João da Mata Stop or Santos-o-velho Stop to get around town.
Lisbon Old Town
Lisbon Old Town is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Avenida da Liberdade and Rossio Square. See more of Lisbon by jumping on the metro at São Pedro de Alcântara Stop or Elevador da Glória Stop.
Bica
Bica is a destination travellers like for its cafes, and you might hop aboard the metro at Cç. Combro Stop or Sta. Catarina Stop to explore sights like Santa Catarina Viewpoint.
Príncipe Real
Noted for its gardens and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Príncipe Real. Top attractions like Avenida da Liberdade and National Museum of Natural History are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Príncipe Real Stop or Rato Station to see more of the city.
Bairro Alto
You might take some time to check out the lively bars in Bairro Alto. Spend some time visiting top spots like Fado in Chiado, and catch the metro at Elevador da Glória Stop or São Pedro de Alcântara Stop to see more of the area.
Cais do Sodré
If you're spending time in Cais do Sodré, check out sights like Mercado da Ribeira or Pink Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rua de São Paulo Stop or R. Vitor Cordon Stop.
