Hip and trendy Bairro Alto, Lisbon’s premier dining and clubbing quarter, is also the historical centre of the Portuguese capital and a fantastic base for all your Lisbon explorations. During the daytime, Bairro Alto is a wonderfully peaceful suburb to peruse, offering tourists a vast array of sightseeing and shopping opportunities. The main drags of Rua do Norte and Rua da Atalaia are literally brimming with unique and enticing boutiques, and the nearby viewing point of São Pedro de Alcântara offers breathtaking city views for those in-between retail therapy moments. But the area really comes alive after the sun sets, when Bairro Alto becomes the playground of Lisbon’s eclectic, multicultural and artistic youth. Join the crowds as they bar hop, fill up insanely popular Fado houses (where only the traditional and very melancholic fado music is played) and shop till late at night. Hidden amongst grand 16th century palaces, and sleek 21st century clubs, you’ll also find a vast array of exceptional eateries. In fact, Bairro Alto is where the most authentic restaurants in town are to be found! Only problem is...you need to be able to discern the overly-touristy from the truly-authentic. Book an apartment in Lisbon Bairro ...