Castelo De São Jorge tickets
Visit Lisbon’s historic castle for magnificent views of the city. Castelo de São Jorge tickets offer hassle-free entrance and a fully downloadable audio guide or a guided tour that takes you through the history of the magnificent castle.
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- 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.
- See beautiful art like the sculpture of Afonso I, the first king of Portugal, and discover elements of early Islamic architecture.
- Upgrade to include a multilingual audio guide for rich historical commentary and fun local legends.
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- 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.
- See beautiful art like the sculpture of Afonso I, the first king of Portugal, and discover elements of early Islamic architecture.
- Upgrade to include a multilingual audio guide for rich historical commentary and fun local legends.
- Uncover the rich history of São Jorge Castle, from its Moorish origins to its role as a royal palace, military base, and prison. Enjoy a captivating journey through Lisbon’s past.
- Enjoy a personalized tour with an expert guide fluent in English, Spanish, French, or Portuguese. Delve deep into the castle's secrets, enhanced by historical insights.
- Climb the Ulysses Tower for 360-degree panoramic views of Lisbon’s skyline, the Tagus River, and the old districts, offering a perfect photo opportunity.
- Explore the castle’s Permanent Exhibits, discovering remnants from the Roman and Moorish periods, with towers, arches, and cannons narrating centuries of history.
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- Uncover the rich history of São Jorge Castle, from its Moorish origins to its role as a royal palace, military base, and prison. Enjoy a captivating journey through Lisbon’s past.
- Enjoy a personalized tour with an expert guide fluent in English, Spanish, French, or Portuguese. Delve deep into the castle's secrets, enhanced by historical insights.
- Climb the Ulysses Tower for 360-degree panoramic views of Lisbon’s skyline, the Tagus River, and the old districts, offering a perfect photo opportunity.
- Explore the castle’s Permanent Exhibits, discovering remnants from the Roman and Moorish periods, with towers, arches, and cannons narrating centuries of history.
- Enjoy access to the 18th-century bell tower of St. George’s Castle Church, closed for years and now open for a unique, historic experience.
- Climb a 50-step spiral staircase to reach the panoramic terrace, offering rare 360° views over Lisbon’s rooftops and River Tagus.
- This ticket includes a visit to the small exhibition inside the tower, with archaeological finds and historic insights on the former church.
- Ideal for history lovers, architecture enthusiasts, and those seeking a quiet, less crowded viewpoint at the Castle grounds
- Sip a drink of your choice (wine, cava, beer, or soft drink) while soaking in breathtaking views from the tower.
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- Enjoy access to the 18th-century bell tower of St. George’s Castle Church, closed for years and now open for a unique, historic experience.
- Climb a 50-step spiral staircase to reach the panoramic terrace, offering rare 360° views over Lisbon’s rooftops and River Tagus.
- This ticket includes a visit to the small exhibition inside the tower, with archaeological finds and historic insights on the former church.
- Ideal for history lovers, architecture enthusiasts, and those seeking a quiet, less crowded viewpoint at the Castle grounds
- Sip a drink of your choice (wine, cava, beer, or soft drink) while soaking in breathtaking views from the tower.
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Breeze into the São Jorge Castle and 50 other key attractions of the city with just one card, the Lisbon Card.
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Make exploring Lisbon easy on your pockets with unlimited free access to Lisbon Metro subway, buses, trams, lifts, trains, and more.
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Go all out with sweet discount vouchers. Get up to 50% off on entry tickets to museums, city sightseeing, hop-on hop-off boats, boutiques, and more.
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You get the whole package! This card comes with a handy app, your one-stop solution for landmark details, chat services, and interactive maps.
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Once redeemed, the city card will be active for 24/48/72 hours. Choose an option that suits your Lisbon itinerary the best.
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Breeze into the São Jorge Castle and 50 other key attractions of the city with just one card, the Lisbon Card.
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Make exploring Lisbon easy on your pockets with unlimited free access to Lisbon Metro subway, buses, trams, lifts, trains, and more.
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Go all out with sweet discount vouchers. Get up to 50% off on entry tickets to museums, city sightseeing, hop-on hop-off boats, boutiques, and more.
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You get the whole package! This card comes with a handy app, your one-stop solution for landmark details, chat services, and interactive maps.
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Once redeemed, the city card will be active for 24/48/72 hours. Choose an option that suits your Lisbon itinerary the best.
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Enjoy breathtaking views of Lisbon and the surrounding areas from the St. George Castle vantage points.
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Explore the archaeological site within the castle grounds, which includes remnants of earlier civilizations, such as Roman and Moorish structures.
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Benefit from a downloadable audio guide at the historical monument, immersing yourself in rich history and fascinating facts through headphones.
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Explore the best of Lisbon by upgrading your tickets to include entry to the Belém Tower or a self-guided walking tour of Lisbon.
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Fun fact: Despite suffering damage in the devastating Great Lisbon Earthquake of 1755, the castle endured and was later restored to its former glory.
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Enjoy breathtaking views of Lisbon and the surrounding areas from the St. George Castle vantage points.
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Explore the archaeological site within the castle grounds, which includes remnants of earlier civilizations, such as Roman and Moorish structures.
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Benefit from a downloadable audio guide at the historical monument, immersing yourself in rich history and fascinating facts through headphones.
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Explore the best of Lisbon by upgrading your tickets to include entry to the Belém Tower or a self-guided walking tour of Lisbon.
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Fun fact: Despite suffering damage in the devastating Great Lisbon Earthquake of 1755, the castle endured and was later restored to its former glory.
- 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.
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- 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.
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The triumphal Rua Augusta Arch's central location provides visitors with breathtaking views over the city and the Praça do Comércio square.
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St. George's Castle, Lisbon's iconic landmark since its construction in 1498, features in the museum's fascinating Permanent Exhibitions.
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Take in stunning panoramas from the castle's 10 towers and many viewpoints.
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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!
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The triumphal Rua Augusta Arch's central location provides visitors with breathtaking views over the city and the Praça do Comércio square.
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St. George's Castle, Lisbon's iconic landmark since its construction in 1498, features in the museum's fascinating Permanent Exhibitions.
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Take in stunning panoramas from the castle's 10 towers and many viewpoints.
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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!
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Get a birds-eye view of the entire city from St. George’s Castle. Make sure to look through the camera obscura!
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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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With your included Lisbon Card, visit sites like the Mafra National Palace and Belém Tower, with unlimited access to public transport. Click here to see all the benefits.
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Choose from a flexible 24, 48, or 72-hr card depending on your itinerary.
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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.
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Get a birds-eye view of the entire city from St. George’s Castle. Make sure to look through the camera obscura!
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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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With your included Lisbon Card, visit sites like the Mafra National Palace and Belém Tower, with unlimited access to public transport. Click here to see all the benefits.
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Choose from a flexible 24, 48, or 72-hr card depending on your itinerary.
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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.
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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.
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Gain entry to the Santa Justa Lift, Bica, and Carris public trams while enjoying an informative audio guide, accessible in 12 languages.
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Explore Lisbon's renowned São Jorge Castle. Built in the mid-11th century the castle played a pivotal role in defending the city.
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Admire marvelous artwork and sculptures, including that of Afonso I, the first king of Portugal, and watch peacocks living at the castle.
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Fun fact: Beneath São Jorge Castle, Roman-era archaeological remains, including houses and baths, offer historical insights into the area's past.
More details
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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.
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Explore Lisbon's renowned São Jorge Castle. Built in the mid-11th century the castle played a pivotal role in defending the city.
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Admire marvelous artwork and sculptures, including that of Afonso I, the first king of Portugal, and watch peacocks living at the castle.
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Fun fact: Beneath São Jorge Castle, Roman-era archaeological remains, including houses and baths, offer historical insights into the area's past.
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About Castelo de S. Jorge
Sitting snugly atop Lisbon's highest hill, the Castelo de São Jorge is one of Lisbon’s most emblematic landmarks. The site's fortifications date back to the 2nd century BC, and archaeological findings reveal traces of Phoenicians, Greeks, Carthaginians, Romans, and Muslims, showcasing continuous human occupation since ancient times.
The Castle Hill, occupied since the 8 BC, has a rich history with Celtic tribes, Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, and Moors contributing to its fortifications.
King Alfonso Henriquez, aided by crusaders, captured the Castle from the Moors, using it as a royal residence until the 1755 earthquake.
The Castle served as a fortified residence for Alfonso III in 1255, underwent renovations by King Denis I, and had a protective wall built by King Ferdinand I.
Destroyed twice by earthquakes in 1531 and 1755, the Castle's current form reflects reconstructions over time, including royal apartments commissioned by King Sebastian.
Named after the patron saint of England, Saint George Castle's christening followed English crusaders' aid to King Alfonso, and it's associated with the legend of Saint George saving a virgin from a dragon.
Why visit Castelo de S. Jorge?
Highlights
The garden of the Sao Jorge Castle
There are several reasons to visit Sao Jorge Castle. The massive green spaces inside it are one of them. The garden is home to Portugal's primary native species and houses trees like cork oak, olive, carob, strawberry, and umbrella pine.
Black Chamber
Head to the Black Chamber in St George Castle to catch unbeatable views of Lisbon. The optical system of lenses and mirrors in the Black Chamber provides 360º views of the city in real time. You can see Lisbon's famous monuments, riverfront, and houses from the Black Chamber. The mirrors provide incredible detail; you can even see people walking their dogs and locals at their windows kilometers away from the Black Chamber.
Permanent Exhibition
From the Romans to the Visigoths and the Moors, Sao Jorge Castle served as the home of several dynasties throughout history. The castle still has several remnants of its past, with the permanent exhibition housing a collection of objects found in the archaeological area. The exhibits provide insight into various cultures and lifestyles that existed in Lisbon from the 7th century BC to the 18th century.
Ruins of the former Royal Palace of the Alcáçova
Sao Jorge Castle is also home to annex buildings like the former Royal Palace of the Alcáçova. The royal palace was destroyed in the earthquake of 1755, but its traces remain at the Sao Jorge Castle. The building now houses the Permanent Exhibition, cafés, and Casa do Leão Restaurant. The romantic garden and patio have unique architectural features that provide insight into the former majesty of the royal residence.
Archaeological Site
Sao Jorge Castle is one of the most famous archaeological sites in Lisbon. The ruins found in the castle hold evidence of three periods in Lisbon's history: the first known settlement from the 7th century BC, the second from the Moorish era residential area from the mid-11th century, and the third from the last palatine residence in the former alcáçova. This makes Sao Jorge Castle Lisbon's most impressive archaeological site.
Plan your visit
West Gatehouse
This is the main entrance to the castle and is located on the west side of the walls. It is the most impressive of the three entrances, with a large archway and two towers.
South Vaulted Passage
This entrance is located on the south side of the walls and is smaller than the West Gatehouse. It is a covered passageway that leads to the castle courtyard.
North Gatehouse
This entrance is located on the north side of the walls and is the smallest of the three entrances. It is a simple gatehouse with no towers.
Pick up a souvenir from your visit, like postcards, books, or traditional Portuguese handicrafts.
Public restrooms are available within the castle grounds.
Stay connected and share your castle experience with the world through free Wi-Fi available throughout the grounds.
Guide dogs are welcome at the castle, providing assistance for visually impaired visitors.
Inside the museum, a lifting platform provides access to one of the exhibition rooms.
The main ticket office has a ramp for easy access, bypassing the steps leading up to the entrance.
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