The castle originated in the 5th century A.D. on the site of the Roman fortification, over one and a half thousand years of its existence, it was repeatedly rebuilt. In the XII century it housed the residence of the Moorish ruler. Until the 16th century, Portuguese monarchs lived in the castle. In 1755, the building was destroyed by an earthquake to its very foundations. Recovery occurred only in the first half of the 20th century.
Address:
Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo, Lisboa
Phone:
+351 21 880 0620
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01.09.23
Pascale
If you like exploring castles, then although most of the castle is in ruins, nonetheless there is enough remaining to climb and investigate. Not for the physically impaired as the castle steps are often quite narrow and somewhat precarious, and young.. Read more »er children may need to be supervised in places. However, it is great to be left free to ramble over a whole castle and imagine how it would have been in the past, defending the ramparts. We downloaded the audio which was worth the additional cost if you want to learn about the history.
26.08.23
Terra
This is a must see when in Lisbon! It’s on top of a hill where you could get a great view of the whole city! It’s a really cool to walk around in and super fun! If you’re there for sunset, grab some cocktails and enjoy the view! If.. Read more » you can get tickets in advance, I highly recommend you do that. The line can get pretty long. Great photo and video ops! Be sure to wear pants or shorts as it gets really windy up there! The peacocks roam the castle! Because of how huge it is, it does not really get too crowded. Don’t miss it!
14.08.23
Maggie
Stunning. The views are incredibly beautiful, and the castle wasn't even crowded when we visited. It is so worth the price of admission, as Castelo de S. Jorge was possibly the highlight of our trip to Lisbon. We didn't buy tickets ahead of.. Read more » time like we probably should've, but the line to buy tickets on site wasn't bad at all (though I'd still recommend buying in advance). It is just so worth it for the view. From the castle, you can look down on the city in all directions; it's gorgeous, quiet, and peaceful. There are also a couple peacocks wandering the ground nearby; if you're lucky, you'll see one.
11.08.23
Jeff
My whole family loved this place. It's in the heart of Lisbon so it is easy to reach. The castle grounds are fairly large and there is plenty to explore. There are many peacocks wandering the area, which my kids loved. There was even a fenced of.. Read more »f area where baby birds resided.
As for the castle itself, it was impressive. The views of Lisbon are fantastic, as the castle is at the top of one of the many hills in Lisbon. It is well maintained and there is also a small indoor exhibit if you care to read and learn some history. Included in the grounds is a small archeological site, though it is roped off and only accessible through guided tours throughout the day, which we did not do.
There is plenty of shade and places to sit in the grounds so bring some snacks if you need a break from climbing all the hills and stairs. Bathrooms are available and quite clean.
Kids 12 and under are free, and adults are 15 Euro. Purchase tickets (even for the kids so they can gain entry) ahead of time online if you know you're going so you can bypass the line. Otherwise, go early early so you don't have to wait in line too long.
My family spent most of the morning there, though you could easily keep your visit to 2 hours or less. Well worth the time and money for us.
01.08.23
Arkajyoti
Saint Jorge Castle in Lisbon is like stepping into a medieval storybook. You'll find yourself wandering through ancient walls, enjoying awesome city views, and getting lost in the charm of its historic vibes. Don't miss out on this cool cas.. Read more »tle if you're in town!
31.07.23
Oskar
Beautiful medieval castle with gardens, museum and archeological site. It also has a great viewpoint overlooking the city - Lisbon skyline. For me it was a little overpriced, 15€ for an adult, 7.5€ for children and students it's too mu.. Read more »ch for what's out there. It takes about an hour to visit the whole thing. There was a 10 minute queue to buy tickets.
31.07.23
Angus
Loved it.
Beautiful and impressive castle, that feels worth it if only due to the walk up, which I recommend doing instead of getting a bus so that way you can also see the Lisbon Cathedral and the numerous observation points on the way up.
Went on W.. Read more »ednesday and line wasn't bad.
Big grounds, lots to see and amazing views from castle walls.
02.07.23
Vincent
Great self-guided tour of the historical Lisbon castle. Well worth the price of admission and at your own pace. We were able to capture some great shots of the city and enjoyed out time spent there. We took the trolley up the hill which was fun and i.. Read more »nexpensive.
13.06.23
James
Worth the hike up the hill and price of admission. Historic castle with even older ruins on site. It’s in great condition and big enough to be fully immersed. Abundant beautiful trees and peacocks roam the grounds.
08.06.23
Tim
Originally 11th-century, hilltop Moorish castle and royal residence overlooking Lisbon and chock-full of peacocks (who knew they could fly?). Can get busy - we visited in the early evening as we were staying nearby and wanted to avoid the crowds, we .. Read more »also bought our tickets online - make sure you buy from the official website or risk being denied entry.
Guided tours are run at set times - see the official website for details - but we opted to wander around on our own and were not disappointed.
There are refreshments available within the castle which gives the opportunity to sit with beer and enjoy the fantastic views.
06.06.23
F.
Beautiful castle with many parts of the castle in good conditions. The outer wall and inner castle are mostly intact. The inner castle you can climb and walk around on top of it. The view from the castle is amazing because you look over the old city.. Read more » of Lisbon. The castle also has a museum of the archeological findings around the castle. Additionally, there is an archaeological site next to the castle. Overall, worth the visit. The entrance to the castle is 15 euro per person. There is also a place to buy drinks around the castle.
22.05.23
Jordan
What an incredible place! I may be slightly biased as this was my first official castle I’ve ever visited, but it did not disappoint. Even the long, weaving roads to get up there were beautiful. Near the entrance there is a little place to get .. Read more »a light lunch as well as some ice cream for reference. Getting in the castle for us was much easier as we have an infant and you are a priority entry for the castle, so we got to the front for tickets and walked in. If you don’t bring a baby, get there early as the line can get really long. Inside, the courtyard is beautiful and shaded with plenty of sitting areas if you’d like to stay and chill. The views are incredible! The castle itself is fun to explore and walk around, with several peacocks just strolling around. They’ve been fed by humans so be careful as they’ll get very close to you to try and get food. They almost pecked my daughter, which to me was hilarious 😆 Make sure you also go to the inside museum portion as some of the rock architecture inside is very beautiful and a lot of it is informative. Great castle!
27.01.23
Miklós
You can spend quite a few hours in this beautiful castle ruin. Standing high above the city, you can enjoy a wonderful view in all directions, many of the city's landmarks can be viewed here from a bird's eye view. You can relax in the arbo.. Read more »rs, but there is also room to climb up and down, and the garden is well maintained. All in all, it's worth the price of admission.
04.12.22
Gabriel
Very well preserved castle and keep. The trek to the castle is a bit, but if you walked through Lisbon for a couple of days, it won't seem bad. You can easily buy tickets online and save the time (quite the queue when we were) by going straight .. Read more »to the turnstiles. The views of Lisbon are magnificent and you get refreshments on site. There are toilets on site and a souvenir shop. A museum and an archaeological site to cover the historic preservation of the site. All in all great couple of hours spent.
07.11.22
Ivan
Nice big castle where you can walk along the walls and get amazing views of the city. However there’s not much information or history to engage with except a few signs and a small museum with some pottery. There are also some peacocks wandering.. Read more » around.
Overall I still really enjoyed it and felt it was worth the 10 euro ticket price.
08.10.22
Miklós
You can spend quite a few hours in this beautiful castle ruin. Standing high above the city, you can enjoy a wonderful view in all directions, many of the city's landmarks can be viewed here from a bird's eye view. You can relax in the arbo.. Read more »rs, but there is also room to climb up and down, and the garden is well maintained. All in all, it's worth the price of admission.
26.09.22
A
— HONEST REVIEW —
8.1/10 ⭐️- Sunset Recommendation
Amazing views of Lisbon at the top of the hill! A relatively large castle to explore and gives you the chance to walk along the walkway of the castle wall. There are no safety bars along .. Read more »the wall and the staircase to go up is quite narrow and steep.
Even though there was a lot of people, it was quite spacious and allowed you to enjoy your own scenic walk.
The price for ages 13-25 is only 5€ and is definitely worth the price especially during the sunset. Really nice aesthetic vibes.
The walk to the entrance is up an inclined hill but worth the walk!
07.08.22
J
Absolutely amazing. And so much fun to wander around in. I stayed longer than it takes to see everything because sunset was happening soon. If you haven't yet, do yourself a huge favor and watch the sunset from the Castle grounds some where. The.. Read more »re are so many places to enjoy the view either with the crowd or off on your own. For 10€ it is definitely worth the price and the line seemed long but it went really quickly so don't be discouraged by the line.
05.08.22
Travis
This was a really awesome experience. A Great piece of Portuguese history! The view from different places on top of the castle was amazing . This is another great self guided exhibit as well. Lots to see we spent a couple hours here and there are al.. Read more »so beverages sold in an area near the top of the castle.
05.08.22
Tamika
A long steep walk, but great views.
Don’t think you will see an intact castle - this is ruins only.
Entry is €10 for an adult (€5 18-25)
My tip is to buy your ticket online to skip the ticket queue (will cost you an admin fee of 60c) .. Read more »but the line today in no shade was down the street and said to be about an hour.
With the online ticket, you show at the entrance and walk straight in.
Is it worth the €10? In my opinion, no. The €5 I would’ve been happier. Great views but not a lot of signage or information.
07.06.22
Diana
Wow this place was amazing it was one of the best places we visited on our trip to Lisbon.
The views are amazing there's so many places to see and walk around. There were stunning peacocks everywhere the grounds were meticulously kept clean and .. Read more »the workers were extremely friendly.
We thought we would just pop in but we ended up staying for at least an hour and a half it cost 10 euros per person and it is well worth the money.
I have included some pictures with my review but to honest to see it in person was breathtaking.
22.05.22
Donna
A great spot to visit when in Lisbon. For entering you need a ticket, and I advise you to come here earlier in the morning because it can get busy. There are beautiful views to see here, and also the castle itself is beautiful. Can take some amazing .. Read more »photos here, and would definitely recommend visiting!
10.05.22
Jan
The castle looks great, even though some early renovations weren't the best. The views are awesome, the peacocks pretty and fun to watch, the gardens are interesting, but.... it has no armouries, not a single sword or a bow, just a few canons i.. Read more »n the garden and raw walls and towers. I'm kinda upset to be honest.
24.04.22
N
This castle is worth visiting just for the views. The fort is remarkable and you can climb up to all the towers. Sunset is amazing from this vantage point. The exhibit is very educational and gives a good account of Portuguese history. Highly recomme.. Read more »nd.
19.04.22
We3
Beautiful castle and worth the legwork to get up there. Price of admission wasn't too bad, especially when paying online and jumping past the line to get it. We enjoyed some fresh crepes and ginjinha in the classic chocolate shooter (SO good!). .. Read more »The peacocks were a nice surprise, and there were so many of them. The mating dance was so awesome to watch, and definitely made for some good pictures and video. Can't wait to come back.
13.04.22
Aaron
The castle was a great experience because you get a mixture of things there. You get a cool garden of peacocks, which is always very cool. There are also great views of the city from the tower and walls. There are also exhibits in a small museum insi.. Read more »de the castle for history buffs.
There wasn't much in the way of litter. A reminder that you will be to be physically able as there are quite a few steps to get around the caste walls.
09.04.22
Piotr
One of the best place to visit before further exploring the city of Lisbon. It offers breathtaking views on the city panorama and Tagus river. Castle have many multiple viewpoints where You can just sit at and enjoy the views or You can buy some wine.. Read more » or other drinks to accompany the experience. Castle ruins and walls are great to walk through and feel the medieval spirit of it. Visit it only when the weather is good. Peacocks are cool but I don't recommend it to go there on hangover.
20.03.22
Donna
We visited on a Saturday. Walked up to a line to get tickets. Ended up buying online with an appointed time. This allowed us to have lunch while waiting and checking out the area. Once inside our guide was great. The views of Lisbon are wonderful. Th.. Read more »e history is amazing. The residence portion was not set up that way so a little hard to imagine how they lived there. The fort was cool, be prepared to climb lots of stairs if you wish to. Worth going even if you don't tackle the stairs.
12.03.22
Gary
As city castles go this one was pretty good and I've seen a few. Good views out across Lisbon and the river. The castle has been well restored over many years, but not over restored to turn it into something that looks fake. At only 10 euros ent.. Read more »ry fee it's a bargain and as Lisbon is a bit short on 'big ticket attractions' for tourists this is one definitely worth making time for. Allow a couple of hours for a leisurely stroll around allowing time to sit in one of the many shady spots. Buy tickets online in advance to avoid the queue.
01.01.22
Vinçenc
Definitely a place to visit. To enjoy every view and corner, I would reserve at least two hours for the place - with nice weather, even more.
Comfortable shoes are a must (goes without saying) and even though there are some bars in the castle (not e.. Read more »xpensive), I would still bring some snacks with me.
Definitely most panoramic, beautiful views in the area. Some might mind the entry fee but I think it’s worth the money spent.
03.11.21
Mathias
Worth to visit for the view, the contents can be a bit lacking though. However there is a short exhibit detailing the castle’s history. The view alone makes it worth 5 stars. Its also accessible by bus 732 from the city, or tram route 28, altho.. Read more »ugh the latter requires a short walk..
19.08.21
Andy
Went here in the evening and it was really nice and quiet.
Temperature checks on arrival and excellent queuing system.
The castle grounds were very well set out with a one way system in place.
Views were out of this world, especially with the sun st.. Read more »arting to go down.
If you want to see some amazing views of Lisbon and the surrounding area then look no further.
18.08.21
Kara
The place had some good views to take some nice pictures. But really nothing else. No audio tours available, or even any billboards with history and/or detailed information. Luckily the entrance wasn’t too expensive. I think the most exciting p.. Read more »art about visiting the castle is the number 28 tram ride there. If you have time, still visit this castle, just to tick it off your list. But in case you don’t get the chance…Don’t stress too much! You didn’t miss much! (In the summer vacation period- good idea to book your tickets online to skip the long queue!!)
04.08.21
Kara
The place had some good views to take some lovely pictures. No audio tours available, or even any billboards with history and/or detailed information. Luckily the entrance wasn’t too expensive. I think the most exciting part about visiting the .. Read more »castle is the number 28 tram ride there. I’d still recommend going to the castle however, just to tick it off your list. But in case you don’t get the chance to visit the castle. Don’t stress too much!
28.07.21
Przemek
Fantastic place. Do walk from city center. Stunning streets and houses. View from the castle is fabulous and you get to see a lot of peacocks casuals walking through the castle. Refreshments and some basic food is available from kiosks. When I was th.. Read more »ere in July 21 the restaurant was closed and it looked permanently.
15.07.21
Maria
A beautiful sight in Lisbon! Highly recommend taking a tour right inside the ticket office. A professional archeologist, (her name was Rita, if I am not mistaken), would give you an impressive, entertaining, dynamic and very informative tour of the p.. Read more »lace. What is more, the it is really affordable, with just 2.50€ on top of the price of the ticket. Take it and it will become one of the brightest experiences in Lisbon!
24.06.21
Mrunmayee
Very beautiful castle with a mesmerizing view. Peacocks walk freely here. This is a great place to chill and you can also plan a picnic here. Entry fees is 10 euros and they check your body temperature. You can see the whole Lisbon city from here. Ca.. Read more »bs dont really drop you by the gate but you can reach at the gate by bus. It has good souvenir shops around. No harm in buying from them.
10.06.21
Jees
St George’s Castle (Castelo de São Jorge) in Lisbon is a medieval citadel resting on top of the city’s highest hill, overlooking the Tagus River. It is one of the finest and most iconic symbols of Lisbon and can be seen from almost.. Read more » anywhere in the city.
Today, people mostly visit St George’s Castle for its beautiful views across Lisbon on Ulysses Tower. The Castle does have some exhibitions, including a multimedia presentation of the city’s history and a space for temporary exhibitions as well as a handful of courtyards and battlements to explore. Also visible are the remnants of an old Moorish wall, which was reconstructed by the King Ferdinand I in the 1370’s.
06.06.21
Guillaume
At the highest spot above Lisbon, the castle walls offer a 360deg view on the city and its surroundings. The castle itself is a middle age strong place with tick walls. What makes it interesting aside from the views is the garden surrounding it: rela.. Read more »xing, shaded, very well maintained garden with peacock families walking around. These birds are as much of a tourist attraction than the castle itself ...
09.04.21
A
Castelo de S. Jorge is a lovely, peaceful and serene site to visit in Lisbon. It is clean and well kept, and the views of the city from up there are breathtaking. It is a great place to take kids and let them run around and take in the fresh air.
04.04.21
Natasha
With few people visiting, the castle had the most majestic and mysterious atmosphere to it. Gorgeous views, incredible history, beautiful ruins surrounded by plants and lovely peacocks walking around. Bonus is the free entry for April 2021! Would go .. Read more »back in a heartbeat.
29.03.21
Yngvild
Very interesting place with beautiful view. In April the sightseeing is for free, but not everything. At the ticket office, when "buying" a ticket, nobody tells you what is free and what is not. Nobody even offers a guided tour, which is ad.. Read more »ditionally payable. You only have to guess what is extra paid, because the employees do not know it themselves.
27.03.21
Stephen
A must-visit location for the best views of Lisbon including the bridge. They open until 21:00 which is perfect for sunset photoshoots. An added bonus are the numerous peacocks roaming the castle. Free entry for the month of April 2021 as part of the.. Read more » government's reopening measures. What are you waiting for?! ;)
21.03.21
Catherine
We went here after finding out that most things were closed on Mondays (whoops) and I couldn't be happier about it! It was such fun sight to see and it taught us a lot about Portuguese history that we knew nothing about. Plus, it had absolutely .. Read more »STUNNING views of the city.
Pro tip: wear comfortable shoes.
04.01.21
Lina
This castle stands majestically above central Lisbon. This rich and extensive history is captured within the castle. With only €10 entrance fee, you can visit the entire castle.
There are amazing views over the city. I think this is the highest.. Read more » point in Lisbon. I can see the bridge & the famous statue. The staircase going down to the city at the other side is quite scary. I don't dare to try though.
Worth visiting this castle for period 1 hour. Don't miss it!
21.12.20
sharp
The medieval castle is located toward the northwest corner of the citadel, at its highest point. Hypothetically, during a siege, if attackers managed to enter the citadel, the castle was the last stronghold, the last place in which to take refug.. Read more »e. It is rectangular, with ten towers. A wall with a tower and a connecting door divide the castle courtyard into halves. A series of stairways allow visitors to reach the walkway atop the wall and the towers, from which magnificent views of Lisbon can be enjoyed.
17.09.20
Andrew
The castle was interesting but there is not much history explained here (like boards or exposition information). The view is awesome and there are some coffee bike Shops to get something to drink. Restrooms are also available and that's about it.. Read more ». Be aware that for 1 person the price is 10€ which is a bit expensive taken in consideration that you go there to enjoy the view and that's it (you don't need more than 30-40 min max.)
16.09.20
Shelly
If you are not really into history it's not a place where you should go. It's enough to watch it from the outside. You get much better panoramic views in the town for free. 10 Euro entry fee it definitely to high and not worth it. But make .. Read more »your own try.
15.09.20
Alexandra
Best views of the city here hands down. Well worth a look when in Lisbon. The castle is interesting to look around. Really enjoyed last year.
10.09.20
Kim
Indeed, the view is great. That’s pretty much it though. The ruin itself is rather small in scale and it lacks historical information for visitors. I honestly think it doesn’t worth 10 euro but when you walked all the way up for this...it.. Read more »’s hard to return back without visiting.
05.09.20
George
A beautiful castle atop Lisbon, still in incredible condition. It has incredible views over the city and is well worth the steep walk up. I think it cost €10 to get in and there is even a little wine bar overlooking the city to sink some Vinho V.. Read more »erde as you admire the scenery. Definitely worth a visit!
04.09.20
Ekaterina
Its a must to visit in Lisbon. The history starts here, in this castle. Nice, quite place, not much to see inside, but beautiful view. The price is too high. 10 euro for adults.
31.08.20
Sebastiano
Nice castle, but it’s a “fake castle”. It has less than 100 years but it was built in a medieval style.
27.08.20
Hitokiri
It's a ruin, plain and simple. The view is breathtaking, but it's hardly worth the wait or the price to visit it.
26.08.20
Josh
A beautiful castle atop Lisbon, still in incredible condition. It has incredible views over the city and is well worth the steep walk up. I think it cost €10 to get in and there is even a little wine bar overlooking the city to sink some Vinho V.. Read more »erde as you admire the scenery. Definitely worth a visit!
06.08.20
Booman
Simply amazing castle.
You can see almost all Lisbon from here and the history that hides inside its walls just makes you say What?!
The place is influenced by lots of cultures and is a very important part of the city.
4.6 / 101
