Lisbon Shiado Hostel

Portuguese writer Fernando Pessoa was born in this neighbourhood, famous for its cafes - the most distinctive is the historical Brasileira which artists and intellectuals from all over Europe still hang out in.

As well as its elegant cafes the area offers the most renowned theaters and the oldest bookshops in town. Just a few steps away are the popular and lively streets of Bairro Alto where its bars and restaurants open until dawn. Here you'll find the best of Lisbon's nightlife.