This is a primarily residential and commercial neighborhood. The houses maintain their original architecture, typically having a good size. Originating from family roots, the area concentrates traditional commerce - furniture stores, cafes, restaurants - yet also reflects new trends. It is a very interesting neighborhood to live in, given its central location, ease of access, public transportation network, proximity to hospitals, schools, and Police.
Arroios has three recently requalified and modernized markets: Mercado 31 de Janeiro, Mercado de Arroios, with new restaurants at the entrance, and Mercado do Forno do Tijolo, which houses traditional commerce stores, a CTT – Correios de Portugal store, the Clodomiro Alvarenga reading room, the Joaquim Campos Sports Complex, consisting of the Arroios Swimming Pool, a sports center, and a playground, as well as the Mercado de Culturas – a multi-purpose space that hosts cultural projects.