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Lisbon’s Castelo de Sao Jorge

St George Castle, Lisbon, Portugal

Ramparts of Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

Portugal // Castles & Palaces· Islamic Art & Architecture· Lisbon Portugal Location: [post_gps_latitude], [post_gps_longitude]

Sitting high on a hill overlooking the center of Lisbon, the Moorish Saint George Castle (or Castelo de São Jorge or Saint George Castle) looks exactly how a castle should look, with its imposing ramparts offering spectacular views over the city.

Fortifications have existed on the site for thousands of years–at least back to the 6th century–and the current distinctive walls date to the 14th century.

It dominates the Lisbon skyline, and from its ramparts it offers spectacular views out over the city of Lisbon and the Tagus.

Photos of Saint George Castle

Cannon and View of Lisbon from the Walls of Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

Courtyard of Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

On Top of the Castle Walls of Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

A view of Monastery of São Vicente de Fora through the ramparts. The Tagus River is in the distance.

View of Lisbon from the Walls of Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

Azulejos in the Museum of Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

A museum inside the walls of Castelo de Sao Jorge displays artifacts recovered from archeological exploration on the site.

Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

Ramparts of Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

Monastery of São Vicente de Fora from Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

Museum of Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

Pottery artifacts on display in the museum.

Ramparts of Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

Ramparts of Castelo de Sao Jorge in Lisbon Portugal

What to Know Before You Go

You can walk up to the castle from downtown Lisbon, but be prepared for a steep climb. You can also get one of the tuk tuks, although not all drivers will be interested in a one-way taxi run.

As you can see from the photos, you’re able to walk up on the ramparts. As you’d expect, the stones are well-worn and can be uneven and slippery, and there aren’t many safety railings, so it’s definitely somewhere to exercise caution, especially with young kids or anyone who isn’t sure-footed.

Tickets are required. The ticket office is right at the entrance. Tickets are single-entry–if you leave and come back you’ll need a new ticket.

The grounds are open 9am to 9pm from March through October and 9am to 6pm through November until the end of February. You can confirm the current hours here.

Visits are entirely self-guided, and once you’ve paid for your ticket you can wander around at your leisure. There’s a small museum that displays some of the artifacts recovered from the various excavations of the site.

There is a nice restaurant (ie. dressy) that uses some of the historic buildings, the Casa do Leão. If the weather’s nice there are tables outside with a spectacular view over the city. Reservations are recommended.

In the warmer months, there are mobile wine carts along the main walkway where you can buy a glass of wine and drink it while enjoying the wonderful view out over the city.

Where to Next?

  • Sacristy of the Monastery of Sao Vicente de Fora in Lisbon Portugal
    Monastery of Sao Vicente de Fora
  • Chapel of St. John the Baptist in the Igreja de Sao Roque (Church of Saint Roch) in Lisbon Portugal
    Igreja de São Roque, Portugal's Oldest Jesuit Church
  • Icons on Display in the Museu de Sao Roque in Lisbon Portugal
    Museu de São Roque
  • Graffiti in Lisbon Portugal
    Lisbon's Graffiti
  • King Jose I in Praca do Comercio in Lisbon Portugal with Full Moon
    Lisbon's Royal Town Square
  • Plaza de la Catedral Casco Viejo Panama City
    Catedral Metropolitana de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
  • Models of Fishing Boats at the Museu de Marinha (Maritime Museum) in Lisbon Portugal
    Portugal's Maritime History Museum
  • Mary and Child Statue at Iglesia de Santa Ines, Mexico City, Mexico
    Iglesia de Santa Ines
  • Iglesia de San Bernardo, Mexico City, Mexico
    Templo de San Bernardo


Travel Advice for Portugal

You can find the latest U.S. Department of State travel advisories and information for Portugal (such as entry visa requirements and vaccination requirements) here.

The British and Australian governments offer their own country-specific travel information. You can find the British Government's travel advice for Portugal here and the Australian Government's here.

Health & Vaccinations

The CDC makes country-specific recommendations for vaccinations and health for travelers. You can find their latest information for Portugal here.

David Coleman Photography

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.


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      # Castles & Palaces
      # Islamic Art & Architecture
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About David Coleman

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living.

I’m based in Washington, DC.

You can find my photography gear reviews and tips at havecamerawilltravel.com/photographer.

David Coleman Photography

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.

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