Good to know
- Time to spend
- 1.5–2 hours
- Tickets
- Paid entry; open daily except a few holidays. Buy online to skip the line
- Best time
- At opening or late afternoon for sunset light
- Getting there
- Tram 28 or bus 737 up the hill, or walk up through Alfama
Itineraries with São Jorge Castle
São Jorge Castle is on day 1
São Jorge Castle is on day 1
São Jorge Castle is on day 1
São Jorge Castle is on day 1
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Day 1 of Lisbon, Sintra and the coast in 5 days
Alfama and the Baixa
How São Jorge Castle fits into a day.- 9:00São Jorge CastleAlfama
- 11:00Alfama lanes and Miradouro de Santa LuziaAlfama
- 14:00Tram 28Lisbon
- 16:00Praça do ComércioBaixa
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São Jorge Castle questions
Is São Jorge Castle worth visiting?
Yes, mainly for the views and the walk along the walls. The interior buildings are mostly ruins, so expect a scenic stroll rather than a furnished palace.
Can you visit the castle without a ticket?
The castle grounds are ticketed, but the surrounding Castelo neighbourhood and nearby viewpoints like Miradouro de Santa Luzia are free.
