See & do · Landmarks & architecture
Castelo de São Jorge
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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11th-century, hilltop Moorish castle & royal residence with palace ruins & archaeological museum.via Google
A Moorish castle overlooking the city, offering 360-degree views of the rooftops and the river.
- Good to know
- €€, go at golden hour for the best light.
Reviews from Google
Castelo de S. Jorge is a very impressive historic castle overlooking Lisbon, and it quickly became one of my favourite spots in the city. I visited in January, so it wasn’t too crowded and the whole visit felt very calm and relaxed. It was a really chill walk through the grounds and along the walls. The panoramic views over Lisbon from the top are absolutely breathtaking – honestly better than any other viewpoint I found in the city. The ruins are fascinating to explore, with lots of little corners, old walls and pathways that really give you a sense of the history of the place. As a bonus, there are peacocks wandering around the area, which adds a really charming and unexpected touch to the visit.
Nice Islamic castle from the 11th century. It's not vast, so you can do the whole walking tour in 2 hours or less. 17 Euro entrance fee is a bit steep for what this historic site offers. Great views of Lisbon from the top, and many peacocks are roaming the grounds!
This was one of the best photo spots we visited with the Lisboa Card. The view over Lisbon is absolutely breathtaking and well worth the climb up the stairs. The panoramic city view was incredibly rewarding, and we were even lucky enough to enjoy it under perfect weather. It truly made our day in Lisbon unforgettable.
A great insight into the history of Lisbon. Great for all. Family trip, couples or school trips. Beautiful grounds around the castle with peacocks everywhere, and I mean everywhere even in the trees. Small air-conditioned museum (good to take cover in on hot days) showing artifacts going back to the 11th and 12th century. For those able, you can walk along the walls, be aware very steep steps. Cafe/restaurant onsite with amazing views of Lisbon. Entry cost is €17 which we initially thought seemed a lot, but there's quite a lot to see in all fairness and overall we thought it was a great afternoon spent taking in some historic culture of Lisbon. Would recommend 👍
A remarkable historic site overlooking Lisbon. The fortress was built by the Arabs in the 11th century during the Moorish period and later taken by the Portuguese in the 12th century during the Christian reconquest. It has since played an important role in the city’s history. The complex offers many beautiful viewpoints over Lisbon and the Tagus River, making it a great place for photos and for understanding the layout of the city from above. Walking along the walls and towers is particularly enjoyable. The entrance fee is 17 EUR for an adult as of April 2026. It’s better to visit early in the morning to avoid the crowd and large messy groups that tend to arrive later in the day. Enjoy 😎🏰