Guided Tours

St. George’s Castle Guided Tour

Name: St. George’s Castle Guided Tour
Start: 2024-05-01T15:00:00
End: 2024-05-01T18:00:00
Location: Castelo

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Unravel Portugal's rich history at St. George’s Castle. Encounter panoramic views atop Lisbon's highest hill from the Alfama district to the Tagus River.

Highlights

Gain entry to St. George's Castle with an expert guide. Learn about one of the most iconic sites of the city, dating back to Moorish times.
Find a barbican fortress with a moat, artillery, statue collections, and rebuilt royal venues like the Ogival Room with octagonal pillars.
A periscope reveals Lisbon's hidden gems from the outlook of Ulysses Tower. Catch sight of the castle's lively residents – peacocks and geese.
Explore the castle's nooks and crannies including its watchtowers, choosing from tours in your preferred language.
Did you know? There’s a connection between the castle and England's patron saint, St. George, providing insight into historic Anglo-Portuguese relations.

Inclusions

2-hour guided tour of St. George's Castle
Entry to St. George's Castle
Expert English, Portuguese, Spanish, or French-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Ratings & Reviews

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Guests from United States, Canada, United Kingdom and over 7 countries have loved this experience

Elyssa

5/5

Feb, 2024

Bruno was our guide and he was fantastic! He taught us so much about the castle history and also took great photos of us :)!

Julie

5/5

Jan, 2024

Our guide, Alex was amazing. He provided us with so much detailed information about St George Castle. Aex went out of his way to make sure we saw all the main sites in the Castle and his knowledge of historical events that happened at the Castle was amazing.

Sofía

5/5

Dec, 2023

Our guide, Maira Leire. She was great, very calm, slow, with attention to detail ... the best of the best.

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Janae

5/5

Dec, 2023

It was wonderful getting to walk around the castle with our guide, Elber. He was very knowledgeable of the history and geography of the area surrounding the castle and showed us key important places from above on the hill! It was interesting learning what the various parts of the castle were used for, and envisioning what it looked like in the past, based on descriptions and stories Elber shared with us.

Saskia

5/5

Oct, 2023

Elbar was a very knowledgeable and professional tour guide. He shared lots of information and history about Castelo Sao Jorge as well as other related landmarks. He spoke and understood English fluently and patiently answered all our questions. Highly recommend tour!

Your experience

Travel through time

Start your journey by stepping into the enchanting St. George's Castle, perched atop Lisbon's highest hill. A knowledgeable guide, speaking the language of your choice, will escort you through the stronghold's ancient gateways, commencing a chronological exploration starting from the 6th century B.C.

As you tour the castle's stone-bound ramparts, be captivated by tales of the historical figures and transformative events that shaped Portugal. Marvel at the archaeological site, home to remnants of past inhabitants, and the castle's permanent exhibition that showcases artifacts spanning several eras. Learn of this building’s transformation from citadel to palace.

A panoramic finale

Proceed to the charming medieval village nestled within the castle's sturdy walls. Meander through the cobblestone alleys, past quaint houses, and a historic church, transporting you back to a bygone era. Then, ascend the Ulysses Tower, the castle's highest point. Here, behold Lisbon in all its glory with panoramic 360-degree views from the old district to the modern downtown area and the Tagus River.

Interestingly, the castle was the backdrop to Portugal's first romantic encounter between King Pedro and Ines de Castro – a little-known fact that adds a tinge of intrigue to the tour. This tour isn't complete without an encounter with the castle's resident peacocks and geese parading the grounds, a treat for all visitors.

Know before you go

What to bring

It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

What's not allowed

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Keep your camera tucked away – photography is not strictly allowed at the venue.
Feeding peacocks is strictly prohibited for this experience.

Accessibility

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Facilities: Free WiFi, Baby Care Rooms.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.