São Jorge Castle
Peacocks strut the Moorish ramparts above a tumble of red rooftops and the river.
How to reach it
About 14 min walk from Lisbon station. Arrive in Lisbon via Regional · 3h 30m.
- From the station
- 14 min · 1.1 km
- Rail pass
- Passe Ferroviário Nacional
- Tickets
- Book tour / ticket
More to see in Lisbon
Belém & Pastéis de Belém
Monastery, tower, and the original custard tart.
Tram 28 & Alfama
Rattle through the old town's steepest lanes.
Time Out Market
The city’s best cooks gathered under one roof of the old Ribeira market hall.
LX Factory
A riverside print works reborn as bookshops, murals and rooftop bars under the bridge.
Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
The highest terrace over the castle and river, at its best as the sun drops.
Other stops on the Atlantic Coast: Porto to Lisbon
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get to São Jorge Castle from Lisbon station?
- About 14 min walk from Lisbon station. Arrive in Lisbon via Regional · 3h 30m.
- Is São Jorge Castle covered by the Passe Ferroviário Nacional?
- The train journey to Lisbon is fully covered by the Passe Ferroviário Nacional. Entry to São Jorge Castle is ticketed and not included in the rail pass.
- What else is there to see near São Jorge Castle?
- Other sights in Lisbon include Belém & Pastéis de Belém, Tram 28 & Alfama, Time Out Market, LX Factory, Miradouro da Senhora do Monte.





