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Lisbon Cathedral
Sé de Lisboa
Sé de Lisboa is the cathedral of the Portuguese capital and the oldest church in it.
- Must see
- Place of worship
- Lisbon
Country guide
Portugal
Portugal fits 11.4 million people into 92,225 square kilometres on the western edge of Iberia, plus the Madeira and Azores archipelagos far out in the Atlantic. Sea does much of the work: internal waters and territorial sea together account for two-fifths of the country's territory. On the mainland the difference that matters runs north to south — Porto and the Douro valley are granite, green and wine, Lisbon sits mid-coast on its estuary, and the Algarve at the bottom is dry, low and built for summer. The whole mainland can be driven in a day, which is why most visits combine two cities rather than choose one.
Reviewed by Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor
Cities
Every city catalogued in this country so far, ranked by how much there is to see.
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Lisbon
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Lisbon 3,015 places
Practical information
Practical information
- Language spoken
- Portuguese
- National practical orientation; regional and minority languages may also be used
- Dialling code
- +351
- International calling code; local area and mobile prefixes still apply
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Use the official local currency; card acceptance varies by place
- Emergency number
- 112
- Use only for an emergency; tourist assistance may use a separate number
- Plug type
- Type C and F · 230 V
- Check that chargers support the recorded voltage before using an adapter
- Tap water
- Not recorded
- No verified nationwide visitor statement was recorded
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- September: seasonal closure recorded — this month
- October: seasonal closure recorded
- November: no seasonality data recorded
- December: no seasonality data recorded
Top things to see
Ranked by importance — sitelinks, pageviews and heritage status, not editor preference.
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02 1 hr 15 minChurch of Santa Engrácia
Panteão Nacional
The National Pantheon is the Church of Santa Engrácia, a Baroque monument standing on Campo de Santa Clara on a hill in eastern Lisbon, above the Tagus and behind the Alfama.
- Must see
- Place of worship
- Lisbon
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03 30 minIgreja de São Roque
Igreja de São Roque is a Catholic church in Lisbon's Bairro Alto district. The Jesuits built this place of worship, and it served as their Portuguese headquarters.
- Must see
- Place of worship
- Lisbon
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04 30 minEstrela Basilica
Basílica da Estrela
The Estrela Basilica, known locally as Basílica da Estrela, is a prominent religious monument in Lisbon. This neoclassical basilica stands as a significant landmark in the Estrela district.
- Must see
- Place of worship
- Lisbon
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05 30 minGraça Church
Igreja da Graça
Igreja da Graça is a historic church situated in the Graça district of Lisbon, Portugal. The church belongs to the Order of Augustinian Hermits and occupies a prominent position on one of Lisbon's hills, offering commanding views across the city.
- High
- Place of worship
- Lisbon
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06 30 minIgreja de Santa Luzia
Igreja de São Brás e de Santa Luzia
Igreja de Santa Luzia, locally known as Igreja de São Brás e de Santa Luzia, stands as a historic church in Lisbon's Alfama district. The building reflects Portuguese religious architecture with its prominent position overlooking the city.
- High
- Place of worship
- Lisbon
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07 30 minIgreja de Santa Catarina
Igreja de Santa Catarina is a historic Catholic church in Lisbon’s Santa Catarina area, within the Misericórdia civil parish. The church remains a place of worship for the local Catholic community and contributes to the architectural character of central Lisbon.
- High
- Place of worship
- Lisbon
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08 30 minIgreja de Nossa Senhora do Loreto
Igreja do Loreto
Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Loreto, also called Igreja do Loreto, is a Catholic church in Lisbon. The building belongs to the religious and architectural landscape of Portugal’s capital and continues to function as a place of worship.
- High
- Place of worship
- Lisbon
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Common questions
How long should a first trip to Portugal be?
Eight to twelve days allows four days in Lisbon, two or three in Porto, and one carefully chosen extension. The Algarve requires a regional stay, while Madeira and the Azores require flights and separate weather planning.
What entry documents are needed for Portugal?
Portugal is in the Schengen Area, but passport and visa rules depend on nationality and route. Verify the current requirement through the Portuguese foreign ministry's official visa portal.
What is the best way to travel around Portugal?
Lisbon and Porto anchor the mainland rail corridor, with Faro serving the Algarve by air and rail. Regional buses and rental cars fill rural gaps, and Lisbon and Porto use separate urban fare systems.
When is a practical time to visit Portugal?
April to June and September to October broadly suit Lisbon, Porto, and the mainland corridor. Madeira, the Azores, and the Algarve have distinct weather and transport considerations that need their own check.
What money and payment basics apply in Portugal?
Portugal uses the euro (EUR). Keep a small euro reserve for individual businesses or rural stops and verify the charged currency before accepting a card conversion.
What practical safety details should I save for Portugal?
Portugal's emergency number is 112. Expect a 230 V electrical supply with Type C and F outlets. Tap-water status remains Not recorded in this dataset; seek destination-specific guidance instead of inferring safety.