We didn't realize it when we booked, but this lovely apartment over looks the Ascensor da Bica. The balcony is a lovely place to take in the view with some wine, meats and cheeses from the mini grocery store located conveniently at the top of the hill. Be wary though - this is not a quiet part of town. From this apartment, you're a short 2-3 minute walk uphill to Bairro Alto, a restaurant laden gridded neighbourhood with lively night life, and a 4 minute walk downhill to Cais do Sodre, the city's former redlight district turned cleaned up bar hopping district, where nightlife spills into the streets.