St. George's Castle: Tickets, Hours & Free Lisboa Card Entry
1.5 - 2 h
Hilltop Castle
Moorish-era fortifications, expanded through the medieval period
R. de Santa Cruz do Castelo, 1100-129 Lisboa, Portugal
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Practical Visitor Info & Tips
€17.00
€8.50 (Youth 13-25); €14.00 (Senior 65+)
Varies by season — check the official calendar
None required for general admission.
The castle grounds, ramparts, archaeological site, and camera obscura.
| Option | Price | Booking | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | €17.00 | On-site or online | |
| Youth 13-25 | €8.50 | ID required | |
| With Lisboa Card | Free | Any validity tier |
Ticket Options
€17.00
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See pass compatibility below ↓Overview & History
St. George's Castle crowns one of Lisbon's seven hills, with ramparts, archaeological remains, and sweeping views over the city and the Tagus River. It is one of the few Lisbon landmarks explicitly listed as a free inclusion on the Lisboa Card's own official pricing page.
What to See: Top Highlights
The Castle Ramparts
Walkable medieval walls and towers offering panoramic views across Lisbon and the river.
The Camera Obscura
A periscope-like device in one of the towers projecting a live 360° view of the city below.
The Castle Grounds & Peacocks
Gardens and archaeological remains that are home to a resident population of peacocks.
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Which Lisbon Pass Includes This?
Compare Lisbon PassesConfirmed free with the Lisboa Card, explicitly listed on the castle's own official ticketing page.
Lisboa Card
Included. Confirmed directly on the castle's own official pricing page ("Lisboa Card – Adulto" listed as free).
Lisboa Card + Pena Palace
Included. Inherited from the base Lisboa Card, which this combo fully includes.
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