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São Jorge Castle Guided Tour

St. George’s Castle in Lisbon
St George's Castle, Lisbon
Statue in the St George's Castle Gardens
Visitors at St George's Castle

Unravel Portugal's rich history at São Jorge Castle, alongside a guide and surrounded by spectacular views of the Alfama district and the Tagus River.

Highlights

  • Gain entry to São Jorge Castle with an expert guide and learn about one of the most iconic sites of Lisbon, 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 either English, Spanish or Portuguese.

  • 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 São Jorge Castle

  • Entry to São Jorge Castle

  • Expert English, Spanish, or Portuguese-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.

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Guests from United States, United Kingdom, France and over 12 countries have loved this experience
Gerald S Charnota

Gerald

4/5

Sep, 2024

Guide was great and fun After he left we got lost trying to find our way out . Would suggest he give better duo and instructions
Peter Pankratz

Peter

4/5

Sep, 2024

Energetic hostess, good historical information. Hostess incuded all participants and even repeated information to those that might have straggled.
Wen Irène

Wen

5/5

Sep, 2024

We were lucky enough to have a guided tour of the castle alone with the guide. Everything went very well, and the tour was very interesting! We had a great time!
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Anita Emes

Anita

5/5

Sep, 2024

We did the tour with Joa he was very friendly and spoke very good English. He made our tour very interesting and made the odd funny joke to keep us entertained. We learnt quite a bit of the history of Lisbon and before he finished gave us a few of his recommendations for his favourite restaurants. Loved the tour. Thank you
Sarah Hall

Sarah

3/5

Aug, 2024

Firstly, the guide did not initially meet us in the designated place. Myself and another couple had carefully read the instructions and were waiting at the correct place. It seems one other family were by the ticket office and the guide was waiting with them. I had to call the office twice before the guide came to meet us. Once in the castle, whilst the guide was friendly, I felt that she wasn't especially historically knowledgable. I could have learnt more from simply going with the audio guide (significantly cheaper). I did not feel this tour was worth the additional money paid for a guided tour.

Travel through time

Start your journey by stepping into the enchanting São Jorge 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.

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.

  • Feeding peacocks is strictly prohibited for this experience.

Accessibility

  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

  • This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

  • The castle is closed on Jan 1, May 1, Dec 24 and 25.
  • 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 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

  • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
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