Old and traditional neighborhoods of Lisbon
Main Neighborhoods of Lisbon
Of the oldest and most traditional neighborhoods, especially around the
Historic Center of the city, little remains
after the
Earthquake of 1775.
On the eve of this destructive natural catastrophe that devastated the city, for 5 minutes, on November 1st of that year,
the city limits were located, from west to east, between "
Alcântara and
Santa Apolónia, (and) between the
River Tagus and a line to the north shortly after
Rato and
Senhora do Monte" [Lisbon Museum].
View of the Center of Lisbon © Images Of Portugal
Neighborhoods in the Historic Center
The
Historic Center and its surroundings constitute the oldest urban nucleus in
Lisbon. To choose
this area is to privilege history and centrality. More details below about the neighborhoods and
parishes
of this part of the city.
Location of Parishes city limits
Looking at the map of the parishes of the City of Lisbon, the four cardinal points correspond to the following parishes:
• far north: Parish of Santa Clara
• far east (Oriental Lisbon): Marvila and Parque das Nações
• far south: Parish of Misericórdia
• extreme west (Occidental Lisbon): Santa Maria de Belém
Marvila, Parish of the City of Lisbon, Estremadura, Central Portugal © / Google Earth Pro
Old and traditional neighborhoods
From
Alcântara to Santa Apolônia, where the important
train station of the capital is located,
and from the banks of the
River Tagus to
Largo do Rato (to the west), in
Campo de Ourique,
and
Senhora do Monte, in the
Parish of São Vicente, we have
the most historic nucleus of the central zone.
Main old and traditional neighborhoods
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Alfama: is the oldest neighborhood in
Lisbon, one of the most typical and
popular, often visited by tourists, with taverns, small restaurants and fado at night. More:
Alfama...
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Ajuda: neighborhood and parish (
Parish of Ajuda ) located
west of the center of Lisbon. Neighborhood and parish with a lot of tranquility, various services and a good network of
transport.
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Alcântara: neighborhood and parish (
Parish of Alcântara ) located
west of the center of Lisbon. Neighborhood and parish known for
25 de Abril Bridge, with busy nightlife,
various services and good transport network.
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Amoreiras: well-known upper-middle-class residential neighborhood in Lisbon. It was in the neighborhood
das Amoreiras that the first Shopping Center in Lisbon was built. Even today, Complexo das Amoreiras, or
Torres das Amoreiras, as it is also known, is an office and housing complex that characterizes
the neighborhood with a touch of modernity in this traditional neighborhood. Relatively expensive neighborhood. It's part of
Campo de Ourique Parish.
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Areeiro: quiet residential neighborhood, famous for its houses marked by the
Art Déco style, and which is part of the Lisbon Center area. A
Parish of Areeiro
It is well served by transport (
Roma-Areeiro metro station) and other services. tree-lined streets,
with squares, inhabited by families and students.
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Baixa Pombalina: Bairro do
Historic Center of Lisbon. Convenience, services and abundant transport make this neighborhood very sought after
and one of the most expensive in the Portuguese capital. It is part of
Parish of Santa Maria Maior.
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Bairro Alto: one of the neighborhoods
most popular and lively in Lisbon, located in
Freguesia da Misericórdia,
one of the most expensive square meters in the Portuguese capital.
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Bica: another of Lisbon's most traditional neighborhoods, in
Freguesia da Misericórdia,
the
Bica neighborhood emerged at the end of the 16th century.
Bica is located between the
Bairro Alto (to the north) and
Cais do Sodré (to the south). This picturesque and popular neighborhood
it houses the famous
Elevador da Bica, which connects the neighborhood to
Bairro Alto. The
Rua da Bica
de Duarte Belo, hence the name of the place, is one of the most famous in the neighborhood.
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Carmo: neighborhood in the Historic Center of Lisbon, marked by Rua do Carmo, which connects the
Rossio to Chiado. Very commercial and busy neighborhood. Belongs to
Misericórdia Parish.
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Castelo: old and historic neighborhood, formed in the vicinity of
Castelo de São Jorge.
Historical and touristic place, linked to the founding of the city.
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Chiado: also located in
Misericórdia Parish,
Chiado is one of the neighborhoods with the most expensive subway in Lisbon. Central neighborhood with many amenities.
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Graça: another neighborhood with its own life, famous for the Miradouro da Graça and Feira da Ladra flea market,
fair of used or antique objects. It is part of
Parish of São Vicente.
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Madragoa: another popular neighborhood in Lisbon, located on the north bank of the Tagus River, in the
Parish of Estrela.
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Mouraria: currently one of the most typical neighborhoods in the Portuguese capital, along with
Alfama and the Castle. It is situated between the Martim Moniz Square stretching up to the hillside
from the
São Jorge Castle.
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Rato: old neighborhood (17th century), formed around Largo do Rato square, former
Brazil Square. The name
Rato comes from the nickname given to
Luís Gomes de Sá e Menezes.
Find out more:
Largo do Rato
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Santa Catarina: Lisbon's old quarter, from the end of the 16th century. Currently, with great
population concentration, is part of the
Misericórdia Parish.
Historic Center of the city of Lisbon.
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São Vicente: an old neighborhood full of charm, with small streets, this popular neighborhood has
characteristics and is located in the
central area of Lisbon,
Parish of São Vicente.
Lisbon's most modern neighborhoods
Check out the most modern neighborhoods in the city of Lisbon below:
See also:
Modern Neighborhoods of Lisbon
Parishes of Lisbon
See also
Parishes of the City of Lisbon.
The
freguesias (parishes) are the administrative divisions of municipalities (municipalities). The
Municipality (County) of Lisbon
it is divided into 24
parishes.