Santa Maria Maior Travel Guide

See the people-packed central square whose swirling wave-patterned cobbles are thought to have inspired copycat pavements across the rest of Portugal and beyond.

Ride the elevator designed in the 19th century to connect the districts of hilltop Bairro Alto and downtown Baixa. Enjoy views from the café atop the gothic lift.

People-watch in this historic square while you enjoy a coffee and pastry in the café where the city’s literati once gathered.

This medieval cathedral is the oldest church in the city and combines a wide range of architectural styles, including gothic, Roman and neoclassical.

This medieval fortress offers insight into Lisbon’s long history as well as stunning views of the city and river below.

Ride an elevator to the top of this imposing triumphal arch, which was built to celebrate the rebirth and rebuilding of Lisbon following the 1755 earthquake.

Get an introduction to the city of Lisbon and its history through visual displays and audio description providing an interactive look into its past.

A popular meeting point and landmark, this vast square is most easily recognized by the towering obelisk monument that commemorates Portuguese independence from Spain.