Getaway
Planning a Portuguese city break? Visit chic Príncipe Real and characterful Baixa to get an authentic taste of Lisbon
Live like a local in Lisbon, soaking up the architecture, exploring concept stores and sampling freshly baked treats
THE NEIGHBOURHOODS Modern Lisbon – the ‘city of seven hills’ – is a patchwork of eclectic red-roofed districts that sit beside the Tagus river. To the north, with bird’s eye views of the historic settlement, is Príncipe Real. Its trendy eateries and boutiques rest quietly on the hilltop above the Bairro Alto – the hub of the city’s nightlife. Head south into downtown Baixa and you’re in the throng of Lisbon life: a heady mix of smart shopping malls, waterside bars and must-see monuments. ➤