Lisbon Cathedral
Sé de Lisboa
Lisbon's oldest church, a Romanesque fortress-like cathedral begun in 1147, where tram 28 passing by its entrance is a classic image.
Lisbon Cathedral (Sé) was built in 1147, after the Portuguese took Lisbon back from the Moors, on the site of a former mosque. Its exterior resembles a castle; its two bell towers and rose window are Romanesque features, and after several earthquakes it absorbed Gothic and Baroque elements. The main nave is free to enter, while the cloister, the archaeological site (with Roman and Moorish remains) and the treasury require a ticket of about €5. The yellow tram 28 rattles down the steep slope in front of the cathedral, a favourite angle for photographers. Located on the route from the lower town to Alfama, it can be visited together with the castle.
Opening hours
Mon–Sat approx. 09:30–19:00; shorter hours on Sundays
Nearby sights
- Tram 28
- Miradouro de Santa Luzia
- Rua Augusta Arch
- Praça do Comércio
- Alfama
- São Jorge Castle
- Santa Justa Lift
- Carmo Convent