Castelo de São Jorge
Quick Facts
- Location
- Portugal, Lisbon
- Category
- Historic Ruins & Heritage
- Duration
- 1.5-2 hours on the walls and the site, 2.5 with the Camera Obscura tour
- Opening Hours
- Daily 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter) · From the schedules page on castelodesaojorge.pt (checked 5 November 2026): open seven days a week, closing only on 1 January, 1 May and 24, 25 and 31 December. Winter, 1 November to end of February, runs 09:00-18:00 with last admission 17:30, when the wall-walks and towers also shut for safety; summer, 1 March to 31 October, runs 09:00-21:00 with last admission 20:30 and wall-walks possibly closing from 18:00 with daylight. The on-site museum is temporarily closed for toilet works, and the Camera Obscura and archaeological site open only on tours included with the ticket.
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Adults 17 euros, sold only online or at the castle ticket office · Student: Youth aged 13 to 25 pay 8.50 euros, culture professionals 12 euros, Lisbon city staff and protocol holders 13 euros · Every discount and waiver requires proof on the day. The site states that EGEAC accepts no responsibility for tickets or information bought outside its own channels. Address Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo, 1100-129 Lisbon, telephone +351 218 800 620.
- Address
- Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo, 1100-129 Lisbon, Portugal
- Coordinates
- 38.7139, -9.1334
Introduction
Castelo de São Jorge crowns Lisbon's highest hill — the city's oldest defensive core, shaped in turn by Moors, Christians and the royal court. Surviving walls, towers and an archaeological site trace Lisbon from its Islamic to medieval phases. From the ramparts, the red-tiled old town, the Tagus and the 25 April Bridge unfold below — the classic vantage over Lisbon.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter) |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter) |
| Wednesday | 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter) |
| Thursday | 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter) |
| Friday | 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter) |
| Saturday | 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter) |
| Sunday | 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter) |
From the schedules page on castelodesaojorge.pt (checked 5 November 2026): open seven days a week, closing only on 1 January, 1 May and 24, 25 and 31 December. Winter, 1 November to end of February, runs 09:00-18:00 with last admission 17:30, when the wall-walks and towers also shut for safety; summer, 1 March to 31 October, runs 09:00-21:00 with last admission 20:30 and wall-walks possibly closing from 18:00 with daylight. The on-site museum is temporarily closed for toilet works, and the Camera Obscura and archaeological site open only on tours included with the ticket.
Ticket Information
| Adult | Adults 17 euros, sold only online or at the castle ticket office |
|---|---|
| Student | Youth aged 13 to 25 pay 8.50 euros, culture professionals 12 euros, Lisbon city staff and protocol holders 13 euros |
| Senior | Seniors aged 65 and over pay 14 euros |
| Child | Children up to 12 go free, school groups outside the city council pay 1.50 euros, and school groups of under-12s enter free with school credentials |
| Free Admission | Lisboa Card holders, assistants to people with specific needs, Portuguese war veterans, EGEAC staff with one guest, and ICOM, ICOMOS, APAC and APOM members enter free; press and registered tour operators need a prior booking and their credentials |
Every discount and waiver requires proof on the day. The site states that EGEAC accepts no responsibility for tickets or information bought outside its own channels. Address Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo, 1100-129 Lisbon, telephone +351 218 800 620.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Castelo de São Jorge?
Monday: 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter); Tuesday: 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter); Wednesday: 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter); Thursday: 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter); Friday: 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter); Saturday: 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter); Sunday: 09:00-18:00, last entry 17:30 (winter); From the schedules page on castelodesaojorge.pt (checked 5 November 2026): open seven days a week, closing only on 1 January, 1 May and 24, 25 and 31 December. Winter, 1 November to end of February, runs 09:00-18:00 with last admission 17:30, when the wall-walks and towers also shut for safety; summer, 1 March to 31 October, runs 09:00-21:00 with last admission 20:30 and wall-walks possibly closing from 18:00 with daylight. The on-site museum is temporarily closed for toilet works, and the Camera Obscura and archaeological site open only on tours included with the ticket.
How much is the admission for Castelo de São Jorge?
Adult: Adults 17 euros, sold only online or at the castle ticket office; Student: Youth aged 13 to 25 pay 8.50 euros, culture professionals 12 euros, Lisbon city staff and protocol holders 13 euros; Senior: Seniors aged 65 and over pay 14 euros; Child: Children up to 12 go free, school groups outside the city council pay 1.50 euros, and school groups of under-12s enter free with school credentials; Free Admission: Lisboa Card holders, assistants to people with specific needs, Portuguese war veterans, EGEAC staff with one guest, and ICOM, ICOMOS, APAC and APOM members enter free; press and registered tour operators need a prior booking and their credentials; Every discount and waiver requires proof on the day. The site states that EGEAC accepts no responsibility for tickets or information bought outside its own channels. Address Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo, 1100-129 Lisbon, telephone +351 218 800 620.
Any practical tips for visiting Castelo de São Jorge?
Allow About 1.5 hours for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening ~9:00–21:00 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
How long should I spend at Castelo de São Jorge?
A typical visit takes 1.5-2 hours on the walls and the site, 2.5 with the Camera Obscura tour.
