Príncipe Real
Elegant trendy district above Bairro Alto
This elegant district above Bairro Alto charms with 19th-century mansions, a shady garden square, concept stores and a relaxed, trendy scene.
Lisbon's elegant side
Príncipe Real sits on the hill above Bairro Alto and is one of the city's most stylish districts. Wealthy families settled here in the 19th century, and their grand townhouses still define the streetscape today. The district is now also a hub of Lisbon's LGBTQ+ scene and a magnet for design and food lovers.
Gardens, fashion and good food
At its heart is the Jardim do Príncipe Real, a shady garden square with a huge, umbrella-shaped cedar tree and regular market days. Around it cluster concept stores, antique shops, delicatessens and elegant cafés. Inside a former townhouse, the food hall Embaixada draws visitors in for a taste of the local gourmet scene.
Quiet and stylish
If you would rather stay somewhere central but quieter and more stylish than the buzzing Bairro Alto, Príncipe Real is a good base, nightlife is within easy walking distance, and the atmosphere is relaxed with a touch of understated elegance.