São Jorge Castle

Located on the highest hill in the historic centre, São Jorge Castle is a strategic vantage point overlooking the city, the estuary of the River Tagus and the peninsula of Setúbal. Conquered by King Afonso Henriques in 1147, it became the royal palace. Successive attacks, earthquakes and the abandonment of the royal family contributed to its gradual deterioration. It has a quadrangular layout and retains 11 towers, including the Menagem, the Haver or Tombo, the Paço, the Cisterna and São Lourenço, located halfway up the slope. On the north wall, one can observe the Gate of Betrayal, which facilitated the entry and exit of secret messengers. Classified as a National Monument in 1910, it underwent extensive restoration work in the 1940s and 1990s and preserves a combination of ruined areas, preserved areas, and buildings in full use.

Saturday and Sunday 10am — 7pm

By volunteer
1 per hour

Additional Notes: Go to the main entrance, where the event volunteers are, with no need to pick up a ticket in advance.

Capacity
25