Castle of Saint George
Castle of Saint George, Medieval castle in Castelo, Portugal.
The fortified walls of Saint George Castle rise on the highest hill of Lisbon, featuring eleven watchtowers and defensive structures.
The castle reached its peak of importance between the 13th and 16th centuries when it served as the royal residence after the Christian reconquest.
The site contains archaeological remains from multiple civilizations, including Phoenicians, Greeks, Carthaginians, and Romans who settled in the area.
The castle welcomes visitors from 9 AM to 6 PM in winter and 9 AM to 9 PM in summer, with different rates for adults and children.
Ongoing archaeological excavations continue to uncover new elements about site occupation dating back to the 8th century BCE.
Location: Santa Maria Maior
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Part of: Historical Lisbon, Global City
Address: Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo 1100-478 Lisboa
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-20:00
Phone: +351218800620
Website: http://castelodesaojorge.pt
GPS coordinates: 38.71389,-9.13333
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:10
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