São Jorge Castle

Grab these tickets and head to Lisbon's most famous landmark, São Jorge Castle, an 11th-century gem that dominates the Lisbon skyline.

Explore the expertly-curated Permanent Exhibitions section to learn all about its past life as a military base and the siege of 1147.

Admire marvelous artwork like the sculpture of Afonso I, the first king of Portugal, and discover elements of early Islamic architecture.

Upgrade to include a hosted entrance, a multilingual audio guide for insightful self-exploration, or go for a guided tour with an expert.

Fun fact: The castle is famous for its resident peacocks, which freely roam the courtyards and the castle grounds.

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Gain entry to São Jorge Castle with an expert guide and learn about one of the most iconic sites of Lisbon, dating back to Moorish times.

Find a barbican fortress with a moat, artillery, statue collections, and rebuilt royal venues like the Ogival Room with octagonal pillars.

A periscope reveals Lisbon's hidden gems from the outlook of Ulysses Tower. Catch sight of the castle's lively residents – peacocks and geese.

Explore the castle's nooks and crannies including its watchtowers, choosing from tours in either English, Spanish or Portuguese.

Did you know? There’s a connection between the castle and England's patron saint, St. George, providing insight into historic Anglo-Portuguese relations.

Explore iconic sites in Lisbon with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off tour to see iconic attractions, including Belem, and Tile Museum among others.

Gain entry to the Santa Justa Lift, Bica, and Carris public trams while enjoying an informative audio guide, accessible in 12 languages.

Explore Lisbon's renowned São Jorge Castle. Built in the mid-11th century the castle played a pivotal role in defending the city.

Admire marvelous artwork and sculptures, including that of Afonso I, the first king of Portugal, and watch peacocks living at the castle.

Fun fact: Beneath São Jorge Castle, Roman-era archaeological remains, including houses and baths, offer historical insights into the area's past.

Explore São Jorge Castle, a Lisbon icon since the 11th century, visible from nearly every corner of the city and one of its must-see attractions.

At Belém Tower, soak up the glittery views of the Tagus River and admire the sheer size of the 25 de Abril Bridge.

Explore the unmissable Jerónimos Monastery. Step inside to be awed by the ‘Manueline’ style of architecture, a Portuguese take on goth.

Fun fact: In 1255, Lisbon was the capital city and São Jorge Castle was the royal palace.

Discover over 8,000 creatures and 500 species of exotic fish and tropical amphibians like African Butterflyfish and Salamander at Lisbon’s Oceanarium.

Marvel at ocean ecosystems such as Tropical Indian coral reefs and Takashi Amano's underwater interpretation of tropical rainforests.

Explore the famous St George’s Castle housing well-preserved remains of Moorish walls and towers that date back to Lisbon's early Islamic period.

Stroll through the gardens dotted with beautifully landscaped areas, lush greenery, and ponds.

Did you know? Legend has it that a knight named Martim Moniz sacrificed himself to keep the castle gates open during a battle against the Moors.

Enjoy breathtaking views of Lisbon and the surrounding areas from the St. George Castle vantage points.

Explore the archaeological site within the castle grounds, which includes remnants of earlier civilizations, such as Roman and Moorish structures.

Benefit from a downloadable audio guide at the historical monument, immersing yourself in rich history and fascinating facts through headphones.

Explore the best of Lisbon by upgrading your tickets to include entry to the Belém Tower or a self-guided walking tour of Lisbon.

Fun fact: Despite suffering damage in the devastating Great Lisbon Earthquake of 1755, the castle endured and was later restored to its former glory.

Get a birds-eye view of the entire city from St. George’s Castle. Make sure to look through the camera obscura!

Admire exquisite artwork and the remains of 11th-century Islamic architecture at the castle. Wander the gardens and maybe run into a peacock or two.

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Choose from a flexible 24, 48, or 72-hr card depending on your itinerary.

Fun Fact: There is a small door on the northern wall of the Castle called the 'Door of Treason' that once allowed secret messengers to enter or exit as needed.

The triumphal Rua Augusta Arch's central location provides visitors with breathtaking views over the city and the Praça do Comércio square.

St. George's Castle, Lisbon's iconic landmark since its construction in 1498, features in the museum's fascinating Permanent Exhibitions.

Take in stunning panoramas from the castle's 10 towers and many viewpoints.

Fun Fact: St. George’s Castle has a room called the Black Chamber, containing a camera obscura offering 360º detailed views of Lisbon in real time!