Carmo Convent
Monument · Chiado, Lisbon

Carmo Convent

Photo: Georges Jansoone · CC BY 2.5 · Wikimedia Commons

The Carmo Convent was largely destroyed by the 1755 earthquake. Its roofless Gothic nave now holds the Carmo Archaeological Museum. Look for medieval tombs and Roman artifacts among the standing arches.

On day 3 of Lisbon: Weekend Escape

Good to know

Tickets
Entry fee applies for the ruins and museum.
Time needed
1 hour
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Short walk from Baixa-Chiado metro station

Itineraries with Carmo Convent

Day 3 of Lisbon: Weekend Escape

Baixa and Chiado

How Carmo Convent fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Praça do ComércioBaixa
  2. 11:00Rua Augusta ArchBaixa
  3. 12:00Santa Justa LiftBaixa
  4. 14:00Carmo ConventChiado
  5. 16:00ChiadoChiado
  6. 18:00Miradouro de São Pedro de AlcântaraBairro Alto
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Carmo Convent questions

Is Carmo Convent open every day?

No. It is usually closed on Sundays and some public holidays.

What happened to Carmo Convent?

The 1755 earthquake collapsed most of the structure and left it roofless.

Can visitors climb the ruins at Carmo Convent?

Access is limited to ground level and museum areas for safety.

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