Baixa district, Lisbon

Condé Nast TravelerOct 17, 2025

Here's where to base yourself while discovering Portugal's vast medley of landscapes.

Historic district with award-winning architectural project.

5 things in this story

Baixa districtNeighborhoodHistoric district with award-winning architectural project.
Tagus RiverSightRiver across from Lisbon with windmill views.
Elsewhere
Praia de FaroSightFaro, PortugalBeach famed for beautiful coastline, watersports.
Sintra MountainsSightSintra, PortugalMountains offering ocean views from a villa.
Arrábida natural parkTrailSetúbal, PortugalNatural park for hiking near Setúbal.

Baixa district