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Castelo de São Jorge

Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo, Lisboa, Lisboa

Description

Saint George's Castle (Castelo de São Jorge) stands on the site of the first fortifications of Lisbon in the 1st century BC. It has been occupied by Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Moors, the Portuguese (since the 12th century) and used both for military purpose and as a royal palace. Inside, visitors can discover the main square with old cannons, the ruins of the royal place, the ramparts, and some archaeological exhibition.

Access & Transport

The fort is on top of a hill, just north of the Cathedral, in the historical center of Lisbon. Trams 12 and 28 stop 300m away at 'Lg. Portas Sol'. Alternatively, the Rossio and Martim-Moniz metro stop (green line) are 15mins away (in the opposite direction).

Instructions & Recommendations

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Meta review

The castle is systematically featured in travel guides and blogs but, whilst the online reviews are good, they are not exceptional either. The highlights there are the views and there is not that much to see inside beside some ruins and exhibits. Also, there can be a line at the entrance but it generally moves quickly

Environmental & Social

We deem this activity environmentally neutral. Part of the city's architectural and historical heritages.

Conclusion

On paper this is one of the must-see attractions in the city but, in our opinion, it should not be a priority for those with only a couple of days in town - only because there just isn't much to see within the complex.

Key positive

Excellent views over the city

A monument with a long history

Key negative

Lacks content and information

Expensive for what it is and significant price increase recently

Suitability

Visitors with reduced mobility will not be able to access all areas and there are some uneven cobblestones

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in October 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Closed on 01 May, 24/25 Dec and 31 Dec / 01 Jan. Museum closes at 18h00 during winter season

av. transport time:0h 20m

est. visit time:1h 20m

Regulated hours

Start of Season 1:Mar, 01

Season 1

MONDAY09:00 - 21:00

TUESDAY09:00 - 21:00

WEDNESDAY09:00 - 21:00

THURSDAY09:00 - 21:00

FRIDAY09:00 - 21:00

SATURDAY09:00 - 21:00

SUNDAY09:00 - 21:00

Start of Season 2:Nov, 01

Season 2

MONDAY09:00 - 19:00

TUESDAY09:00 - 19:00

WEDNESDAY09:00 - 19:00

THURSDAY09:00 - 19:00

FRIDAY09:00 - 19:00

SATURDAY09:00 - 19:00

SUNDAY09:00 - 19:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€12.5
Adult
25 - 64
€15
Teen & Young
13 - 24
€7.5
Child
3 - 12
€0
Infant
0 - 2
€0

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