Lisbon has five main areas, each with unique features. The Historic Center has old buildings and famous sites like Baixa and Chiado. The West area, near the ocean, has modern spots like Belém. The Central area is the city’s business center, with shops, offices, and nice homes in places like Saldanha and Avenidas Novas. The East area used to have factories but now has new buildings like Parque das Nações and Braço de Prata. The North area is mostly for homes, with lots of parks and places like Benfica, Telheiras, and sports stadiums.
The 5 main areas of Lisbon City
Lisbon Historic Center
The historic center of Lisbon is the most ancient area of the city, encompassing a variety of neighborhoods renowned for their significant historical heritage. Many buildings, streets, and urban elements in these areas are indeed over a century old, with some...
Central Lisbon
Western Lisbon
Eastern Lisbon
Northern Lisbon
Santo António
Santo António, Lisbon Santo António is a parish in the historic central part of Lisbon, characterized by its educational, governmental, and luxury zones. The Notable neighborhoods in Santo António parish include: Avenida da Liberdade: This is the central vein of the...
Areeiro
Areeiro, Lisbon Areeiro is a small parish situated towards the center, slightly leaning to the northeast. This area has a significant presence of governmental buildings, making it an important administrative hub. In terms of healthcare, this parish is adequately...
Campolide
Campolide, Lisbon Campolide is a parish situated towards the central-western part of Lisbon, to the west of the city center. This area is a mixture of commercial and residential spaces, combining high-rise office buildings with residential apartments and homes. The...
São Domingos de Benfica
São Domingos de Benfica is a parish located in the north-central part of Lisbon, known for its suburban residential areas and healthcare districts, featuring numerous hospitals and clinics, and the Sport Lisboa e Benfica stadium. Neighborhoods within São Domingos de...
Benfica
Benfica, Lisbon Benfica is a parish located in the northwestern part of Lisbon. It is a residential area featuring a mix of newly developed housing projects as well as more traditional zones with a variety of housing structures. The parish is known for its quality of...
Carnide
Carnide, Lisbon Carnide is a parish located in the northwestern quadrant of the Lisbon metropolitan are. It is known for its low-density residential areas and religious centers, particularly churches. The parish is generally characterized by a more suburban...
Olivais
Olivais, Lisbon Olivais is a parish located towards the northeast of Lisbon's administrative boundary. Primarily a residential area, the parish is notable for its proximity to important transportation hubs, including Lisbon Airport. This makes it a convenient location...
Alvalade
Alvalade, Lisbon Alvalade is a parish located Alvalade is situated in the central-northern part of Lisbon. It is predominantly an educational and residential zone. The parish features multiple schools and universities, making it a hub for educational activities....
Santa Clara
Santa Clara: Suburban Areas (Low-Density Residential) Santa Clara is a parish in the northern part of Lisbon. It is primarily known for low-density residential areas that provide a quieter lifestyle compared to central Lisbon. The main feature of this parish is the...
Republic Avenue
Republica Avenue (Avenida da Republica) • Lisbon - Portugal Republic Avenue (Avenida da República) one of the main avenues of Lisbon, a mix of central luxury residence, city hotel area, business area and shopping area, located in the Avenidas Novas district of Lisbon...
Campo Grande
Campo Grande • Lisbon's neighborhood - Portugal Campo Grande is manly a residential area in the eastern part of the Alvalade parish, central Lisbon, with a population of 10,500. It is strategically positioned between Avenida da Republica and the Entrecampos roundabout...
Lumiar
Lumiar • district of Lisbon - Portugal Lumiar is a parish located in north of Lisbon, Portugal, known for its significant concentration of educational zones and its recreational areas, including public parks that are well-maintained and offer multiple amenities for...
Restelo
Restelo Lisbon's neighbourhood, Portugal Restelo is a residential area located in the Belem district of Lisbon, Portugal. It is situated in an amphitheater-like setting right along the River Tagus, providing scenic views and close proximity to the water. This...
Avenida da Liberdade
Avenida da Liberdade • Lisbon, Portugal Avenida da Liberdade (Liberty Avenue), considered the 35th most expensive avenue in the world, stands as Lisbon's premier boulevard, echoing the grandeur of Parisian avenues. Evolving over time, it has transformed from a...
Arroios
Avenidas Novas
Avenidas Novas is a parish in Lisbon Centre Area (Avenidas Novas maps at the end of the article.) Avenidas Novas is a parish centrally located, lying toward the northern part of Lisbon city, primarily known for its blend of business districts, characterized by...
Parque das Nações
Parque das Nações • district of Lisbon - Portugal Parque das Nações is a modern, most north east district of Lisbon, Portugal. Covering an area of 5.44 square kilometers and housing 22,000 residents, it was established for the Expo 98 on a site that was formerly an...
Beato
Beato is a civil parish in the eastern part of Lisbon, Portugal. It is primarily known for its industrial zones which consist mainly of factories and warehouses. It is also recognized for its redevelopment areas, where urban renewal projects are ongoing to modernize...
Marvila
Marvila, Lisbon Marvila is a parish in the eastern part of Lisbon, bordering the Tagus River to the south. Known for its industrial zones, featuring various industrial establishments, and ongoing urban renewal projects that aim to revitalize the area. Living in...
Alcântara
Alcântara • district of Lisbon - Portugal Alcântara is a riverside parish in the Western Zone of Lisbon, Portugal, with an area of 5.07 square kilometers and a population of approximately 14,000. The name "Alcântara" originates from the Arabic term "al-qantara,"...
Belém
Belem • Lisbon riverside Belém is a culturally rich parish in western Lisbon, located along the coast of the Tagus River. Bordered by Algés to the west and the parishes of Ajuda and Alcântara to the northeast and east respectively, and Benfica to the north, Belém...
Ajuda
Ajuda is a parish located in the western part of Lisbon, bordered by the parishes of Belém to the west and south, Alcântara to the east and Benfica to the north. Ajuda area is largely residential but also serves as a tourist hotspot, primarily because it is home to...
