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Santa Maria Maior

Santa Maria Maior is Baixa’s and surroudings parish


Santa Maria Maior is a parish in the historic heart of Lisbon, Portugal. The area is a blend of old-world charm and modern influences, offering various districts with distinct characteristics catering to tourists, history enthusiasts, and those seeking nightlife and cultural experiences. Below are some key neighborhoods and districts within this parish, categorized according to your specified interests.

Santa Maria Maior, Parish Information

Tourist Hotspots

  1. Alfama: Famous for its narrow streets, Fado music venues, and the São Jorge Castle.
  2. Castelo: Known for São Jorge Castle, offering panoramic views of the city
  3. : Home to Lisbon Cathedral, a mixture of Gothic and Romanesque architectural styles.
  4. Baixa: Central square Praça do Comércio, upscale shops, and historical architecture.

Cultural Districts

  1. Alfama: Notable for its historical buildings including São Jorge Castle and the National Pantheon.
  2. Baixa: Features neoclassical architecture and important squares like Rossio and Praça do Comércio.
  3. Chiado: Known for its theaters, museums, and historic cafés.

Nightlife Districts

  1. Bairro Alto: Focused on a young crowd, featuring various bars, clubs, and street parties.
  2. Cais do Sodré: Offers a diverse range of bars, nightclubs, and live music venues.

Historic Residential Areas

  1. Alfama: One of the oldest districts, characterized by narrow streets and traditional housing.
  2. Mouraria: Also ancient and residential, previously a Moorish district.

Ethnic Enclaves

  1. Mouraria: Known for its multicultural environment, particularly a concentration of immigrants from Asia and Africa.

List of neighborhoods in Santa Maria Maior parish

  • Alfama
  • Mouraria
  • Baixa
  • Chiado
  • Bairro Alto (partial)
  • Castelo
  • Socorro
  • Santa Justa
  • São Cristóvão e São Lourenço

Santa Maria Maior surrounding parishes

Santa Maria Maior is located in the central historic part of Lisbon, surrounded by

  • North: Arroios and São Vicente
  • East: São Vicente
  • South: The Tagus River
  • West: Misericórdia and Santo António

Many attractions of Santa Maria Maior

  • Terreiro do Paço (Praça do Comércio)
  • Arco da Rua Augusta
  • Baixa shooping area
  • Ribeira das Naus
  • Lisbon Military Museum
  • Castelo de São Jorge
  • Mouraria
  • Lisbon Cruise Port – Jardim do Tabaco Quay

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