4.5
Castles & palaces
Sao Jorge Castle
Lisbon, Portugal
Perched on a Lisbon hilltop, the Castelo de São Jorge dates back to the 11th century, built by the Moors and later captured during the Christian siege of 1147. Its thick walls and eleven towers remain, offering vistas of the Alfama district and the snaking Tagus River.
Good to know
- Crowds
- Very busy, go early
- Best time
- Early morning
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
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