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Igreja de São Roque, Lisbon

Largo Trindade Coelho, Lisboa, Lisboa

Description

The Igreja de São Roque (Church of Saint Roch) was built in Baroque style in the 16th century and was the first Jesuit church in the Portugal and its dominions. It is notable for its extensively decorated altar, ceiling, and chapels. There are paintings, sculptures, jewellery, and mosaics in various Baroque trends. The highlight is perhaps the trompe-l'oeil Mannerist ceiling that gives the illusion of barrel vaulting.

Access & Transport

The church is at the eastern edge of the Bairro Alto, close to the Rossio train station and 400m away from the Baixa-Chiado metro station (green and blue lines). Tram 24 and buses 202 & 758 stop next to the monument.

Instructions & Recommendations

We suggest combining this attraction with an exploration of the Bairro Alto neighbourhood and the Carmo Convent.

Meta review

The church is generally listed by travel blogs and guides but not near the top of the list. An error according to a majority of online reviewers who state that the unassuming exterior façade belies and extremely ornate interior (much more than the Cathedral), on par with some of the best in Europe.

Environmental & Social

Environmentally neutral. Part of the city's artistic heritage.

Conclusion

São Roque is arguably the "religious highlight" of Lisboa and among the top sights in terms of art quality. Maybe a little too much at times, but that makes it quite unique.

Key positive

Exquisite decorations and craftmanship

Centrally located with other attractions nearby

Key negative

A little dark inside

Suitability

No religious denomination restrictions. Accessible

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 15m

est. visit time:1h 15m

Regulated hours

Start of Season 1:Apr, 01

Season 1

MONDAY13:00 - 19:00

TUESDAY10:00 - 19:00

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 19:00

THURSDAY10:00 - 19:00

FRIDAY10:00 - 19:00

SATURDAY10:00 - 19:00

SUNDAY10:00 - 19:00

Start of Season 2:Oct, 01

Season 2

MONDAY13:00 - 18:00

TUESDAY10:00 - 18:00

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 18:00

THURSDAY10:00 - 18:00

FRIDAY10:00 - 18:00

SATURDAY10:00 - 18:00

SUNDAY10:00 - 18:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€5
Adult
18 - 64
€10
Teen & Young
12 - 17
€5
Child
3 - 11
€0
Infant
0 - 2
€0

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