Landmarks

Rua Augusta Arch Entry Tickets

Rua Augusta Arch viewpoint overlooking Lisbon cityscape, Portugal.

Rua Augusta Arch viewpoint in Lisbon with cityscape view.

Rua Augusta Arch viewpoint overlooking Lisbon cityscape.

Lisbon Arco da Rua Augusta viewpoint overlooking cityscape and Tagus River.

An icon of Lisbon’s 18th-century reconstruction, the Rua Augusta Arch is a mighty structure with an unparalleled viewpoint. Enormous allegorical statues tower over you atop the high columns of the Arch, which makes for a stunning entrance to Praça do Comércio square.

Highlights

With this ticket, discover all the nooks within the triumphal Arch of Rua Augusta.
Each statue that adorns the high columns has a story to tell; learn more about the history of the Arch in its grand Clock Room.
Access the terrace at the top by elevator followed by a spiral staircase, and enjoy 360-degree views of the city.
Drop by the charming adjacent plaza Praça do Comércio filled with stores, outdoor cafés, mosaic pavements, and the occasional street artist!
Fun fact: Construction of the Rua Augusta Arch took almost 120 years to complete!

Inclusions

Entry ticket to Rua Augusta Arch

cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

A formidable symbol of Lisbon’s resilience, the Rua Augusta Arch pays a stunning tribute to the city. The highest viewpoint on this building is a must-see, offering panoramic views all the way downtown. The emblematic Terreiro do Paço square, historic Baixa area, Sé Cathedral, and the River Tagus are some of the iconic spots visible from the top of the building.

On the upper level you can see the highest statues by Célestin Anatole Calmels - of “Glory” crowning “Genius” and “Valour”. Below these are the statues by Vítor Bastos depicting the historical figures of Viriatus, Vasco da Gama, the Marquis of Pombal and Nuno Álvares Pereira.

One of the most recognizable features of this monument is the grand clock set in dazzling filigree. Behind it lies the Clock Room (Sala do Relógio), where visitors can discover the long history of this Arch, from the moment construction work began after the devastating 1755 earthquakes, till completion in 1875.

Know before you go

Additional information

Access to the highest point of this monument involves the use of a spiral staircase and might not be possible for those with mobility issues.
Note that the last entry is at 6.30pm. Plan ahead.