Effective 26 April 2023, car traffic in Lisbon will change dramatically. The central area of the old town, will no longer be accessible by private cars or buses, due to major roadworks for at least 2 years (up to April 2025).
If you are thinking of booking a hotel in these areas, think twice.
If you are thinking of renting a car in Lisbon, think twice.
These major traffic restrictions will cause issues to some of the following locations: Baixa/Rossio, Chiado, Praça Comercio, Rua da Prata, Rua Aurea, and Restauradores, just to name a few.
Alfama and Chiado might also be affected, since most roads will have access through the restricted areas.
Here are some suggestions for hotels with top class ratings to stay in Lisbon, not affected by these new Traffic/Car Restrictions:
- Hilton Doubletree Hotel
- Lapa Palace Hotel
- PortoBay Liberdade Hotel
- Hotel Real Palacio
- Pestana Palace Hotel
- Altis Belem Hotel
- Valverde Hotel Reais & Chateaux
- Jupiter Lisboa Hotel
- Sana Myriad Hotel
Need help choosing hotels in Lisbon not affected by the new restrictions?
Gonzalo
Founder/Owner of The Lisbon Guide, one of the major blog references in Portugal, established in 2014 and receiving every year 250.000 visitors from all over the world, looking to provide the best experiences in Portugal. In partnership with Portugal Magik for all private tours and transfers across Portugal, Gonzalo loves a good seafood meal at Monte Mar Cascais, and all from Michelin Chef Avillez. Favorite Hotel in Lisbon/Portugal, Penha Longa Resort by Ritz Carlton.
For over 15 years, Gonzalo have been helping thousands of travelers yearly to plan a perfect trip to Portugal. Based in Lisbon/Cascais and working in this field for over 20 years, with multiple ongoing projects. Also an avid TripAdvisor user level 6 with more than 300.000 readers worldwide.
Many years working also as a Private Guide of Lisbon, Sintra, Fatima, Porto, Douro Valley, Evora, and other locations in Portugal.
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