A visit to Lisbon would be incomplete without visiting the historic São Jorge Castle located at the top of the city's highest hill.
Highlights
Highlights
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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.
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Explore the expertly-curated Permanent Exhibitions section to learn all about its past life as a military base and the siege of 1147.
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Admire marvelous artwork like the sculpture of Afonso I, the first king of Portugal, and discover elements of early Islamic architecture.
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Upgrade to include a hosted entrance, a multilingual audio guide for insightful self-exploration, or go for a guided tour with an expert.
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Fun fact: The castle is famous for its resident peacocks, which freely roam the courtyards and the castle grounds.
Inclusions
Inclusions
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Entry to São Jorge Castle
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Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian & Portuguese (optional)
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Offline content (text, audio narration, & maps) (optional)
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Brief introduction outside the castle (optional)
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Hosted assistance at entry (optional)
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90-minute guided tour of the castle (optional)
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Expert English-speaking guide (optional)
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Your experience
Your experience
Experience Lisbon’s cultural heritage
Located centrally in Lisbon, São Jorge Castle is a prominent landmark in the historic city center. Built in the 11th century, the castle has a long-standing history which you will know more about by visiting the castle's Permanent Exhibitions. For those who appreciate architecture, the citadel, towers, and terraces will be a sight to behold. If you’re looking to appreciate art, sculptures such as that of Afonso I of Portugal and other marvelous works can be seen on display. Upgrade to an audio-guided or expert-guided tour to enhance your experience! You can even resolve entry hassles with the assistance of a host who'll also give you a brief introduction to the history of the royal castle outside the castle gates.
Behold the beauty of Lisbon!
Enjoy a stroll through the well-maintained gardens, appreciating the greenery around you, and stop to admire some peacocks on your way. Look out at panoramic views of the city from viewing points located all around the castle.
Operating hours
Operating hours
Know before you go
Know before you go
What to bring
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Please carry your own earphones for the best audio experience.
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The venue may not have a smartphone charging facility. Please ensure you carry a fully-charged phone.
What's not allowed
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Additional information
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After booking, you will receive an email with further instructions on how to access and download your audio tour. Please check your email spam folder as well.
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The castle is closed on Jan 1, May 1, Dec 24 and 25.
My tickets
My tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
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Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Ticket redemption point
- Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.
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