Landmarks

Jerónimos Monastery Tickets

Name: Jerónimos Monastery Tickets
Start: 2024-12-10T12:30:00
End: 2024-12-10T17:00:00
Location: Jerónimos Monastery

Jerónimos Monastery facade in Lisbon with tourists exploring the historic site.

Jerónimos Monastery Lisbon exterior with tourists exploring the historic architecture.

Visit one of Lisbon’s most significant landmarks – the Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Belém, more commonly known as, Jerónimos Monastery.

Highlights

Near Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery is a Manueline masterpiece symbolizing Portugal's wealth and power during the Age of Discovery.
The monastery holds the tombs of Vasco da Gama, poet Luís de Camões, and Dom Manuel I along with his descendants in the main chapel.
Spot maritime influences in architecture that blend Gothic and Renaissance styles, with botanical motifs, and nautical details like ropes and anchors.
Upgrade your ticket for a self-guided audio tour in English, Spanish, German, or French, and step back into Portugal's maritime history.
Fun fact: The Virgin Mary is the patron saint of this monastery, which richly showcases the Portuguese Late Gothic ‘Manueline’ style of architecture.

Inclusions

Entry to Jerónimos Monastery
Audio guide in English, Spanish, German, or French (as per option selected)
24-hour Lisbon card (as per option selected)

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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Lidia

3/5

Dec, 2024

It took us almost 45 minutes to get in, arriving 15 minutes early. The queues are huge. The time is not controlled. And the guards are quite dry. In general, buy the ticket at the time you want and go at the time you want, it doesn't matter.

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Montserrat

5/5

Dec, 2024

Everything in general. The cloister is architecturally beautiful. Highly recommended. If I have to put something negative is that once the visit to the cloister (which as you know is paid) you have to queue to enter the church which is free (and that currently) is under construction. I think that if you have paid a ticket it would be normal not to queue.

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Monique

4/5

Dec, 2024

I had paid for my ticket online but had trouble finding it on my phone. The superviser and a young IT expert kindlt helped and I was finally allowed in !! I loved every aspect of the area - its beauty and history but young children screaming and running about did take from the experience (I am sure the monks would have been appauled at the lack of respect) and the staff did not seem to be empowered to enforce at lease some decorum and control.

María

4/5

Dec, 2024

The place is worth visiting and the staff is pleasant and conscientiously maintains the facilities. However, there were too many people in shifts and some spaces could be visually and audibly crowded.

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Diana

3/5

Nov, 2024

I wish it was explained before that we would need to pickup our card at a certain location, they made it seem like we would just have them on the app. Also I would have liked a map that showed where the museums and sites were located and what buses were available to get to them. Navigating became difficult and we were not able to get the most out of the card. Almost doesn't seem worth it, especially since as a family we could have gotten discounts at most sites without the Lisboa card

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Your experience

Understand Portugal's 'Age of Discovery'

Jerónimos Monastery, Portugal’s Manueline masterpiece, came from maritime wealth under King Manuel I (1495-1521). Together with Belém Tower, both UNESCO sites since 1983, they mark the departure point of historic voyages. Built during Portugal's golden age, Jerónimos Monastery was funded by spice trade wealth from 1501 to 1601. Each generation of craftsmen added to its legacy, blending late Gothic precision with maritime motifs that showcase Portugal’s seafaring spirit.

Inside Santa Maria de Belém, stone columns stretch like palm trees to the ceiling. The cloisters are filled with Portugal’s story, from carved ropes and sea creatures to symbols of exploration like anchors and armillary spheres, with gargoyles peeking out from corners.

The monastery houses several significant tombs, including those of Vasco da Gama, who opened the sea route to India, and Luís de Camões, who chronicled Portugal's maritime achievements in "Os Lusíadas." Upgrade for an insightful audio guide available in English, Spanish, German, or French, compatible with both Android and iOS.

Optional upgrade with the Lisbon Card

Opt for a Lisbon Card that gives you access to sites like the Belém Tower, the National Costume Museum, the National Museum of the Azulejo, and more, with free transportation, for a hassle-free sightseeing experience.

You can find the list of attractions covered in the Lisbon card here and instructions on how to use it here.

Operating hours

Monastery of Jerónimos

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	09:30 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM
Wednesday	09:30 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM
Thursday	09:30 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM
Friday	09:30 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM
Saturday	09:30 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM
Sunday	09:30 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM

Know before you go

What to bring

Bring hats/caps, a bottle of water, and shades to beat the heat.

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: Off-shoulder tops, dresses, and knee-high shorts are not recommended.
Visitors are not allowed to photograph some parts of the monastery.
Keep in mind food & beverages and large bags or backpacks are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

There is medium accessibility for guests with reduced mobility.
The lower level has wheelchair access though some sections are cobblestoned.
With disability proof, you can avail up to 60% off.

Additional information

Please note entry to the Church is free for Portugal residents on Sundays and public holidays.
The attraction may be crowded, so expect a considerable wait time.
Please find the list of attractions covered in the Lisbon card here and instructions on how to use it here.
The Monastery is closed between 9:30am and 1pm on October 24th and December 5th.
The Jerónimos Monastery remains closed on Monday, 1st January, Easter Sunday, 1st May, and 25th December.
Please note that guests may have to wait long before entering the venue.

My tickets

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
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