Is Sao Jorge Castle worth visiting?

It offers spectacular views over Lisbon's old town as well as some good panoramic views of the Tagus River. Sao Jorge Castle is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Lisbon, with over two million visitors each year.



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A typical visit lasts for 1h-1h30 and there is a variety of sights once inside. This includes the viewpoints, the castle's battlements, a camera obscura, the museum and the numerous hidden paths.

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Skip-the-line entrance to São Jorge Castle Given the large daily influx of visitors to Lisbon Castle, it is advisable to book tickets in advance directly online by clicking below. By purchasing the ticket online it will be possible to avoid the queues that form every day at the ticket offices.

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A visit here is definitely worth it! We visited on a cool November day, so I imagine in the summer it would be a good idea to go early. The views over Lisbon are incredible and the history is very interesting.

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Tickets. Admission costs 15 euros (around $16) for adults, 7.50 euros (around $8) for youths ages 13 to 25 and is free for children younger than 13 years of age. You can reach the attraction via Tram 28, or walk from the two nearest metro stations, Martim Moniz and Rossio.

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Sao Jorge Castle holds the same archaeological value in Lisbon as Museu Nacional de Arqueologia (National Archaeology Museum) and Museu Arqueológico do Carmo (Carmo Archaeological Museum). It is widely considered the first known human settlement that developed through time and made the city what it is today.

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A typical visit lasts for 1h-1h30 and there is a variety of sights once inside. This includes the viewpoints, the castle's battlements, a camera obscura, the museum and the numerous hidden paths.

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So, how many days to explore Lisbon? We always recommend that it takes three days to fully explore Lisbon. This is sufficient to visit all of the characterful districts, experience the nightlife and join a couple of unique activities.

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Yes, even if you qualify for free entry, you must always have a ticket to enter the castle.

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The ticket to Castelo de São Jorge can be purchased online or at the castle's ticket office. If you buy a discounted ticket (Youth, Senior or Persons with Disabilities) you must bring documented proof to show at the entrance when validating your ticket.

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Big sister Lisbon is twice the size, more cosmopolitan, faster paced and 200 miles further south, so in summer it can be sweltering. Compact, walkable Porto has a more traditional feel and is cooled by Atlantic breezes through summer, though fog and rain can roll in via the same route during the winter.

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The average journey time by train between Lisbon and Porto is 4 hours and 8 minutes, with around 17 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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The City of Velas in S?o Jorge Island, Azores The historical center of the city of Velas, the main of the island, is picturesque and quiet and there's a clear view to Mount Pico whenever you look to the sea.

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The Castelo de São Jorge is one of Lisbon's most distinctive monuments, being situated on the city's highest hill. The oldest known fortification at this spot dates from the 2nd century BC, although some of the remains found here date from as far back as the 6th century BC.

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Known as the Brown Island of the Azores, São Jorge, is a volcanic island that features astonishing views of Pico and Faial island, as well as green landscapes and a dark blue ocean. Around 9,000 people live on the island that spans 243.9 sq. km.

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The site was occupied by Romans, Visigoths, then Moors. In the 14th century, it became the Royal Palace. You can walk the pathways, explore the castle,and enjoy the fantastic views of downtown Lisbon, the Tagus River, and the April 25th Bridge.

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