Historic Churches & Monasteries
This collection spans Lisbon's architectural history from the 12th-century Romanesque Lisbon Cathedral to the 18th-century neoclassical Estrela Basilica. It highlights the UNESCO-listed Manueline cloisters of Jerónimos Monastery and the haunting Gothic ruins of Carmo Convent, preserved as a memorial to the 1755 earthquake. The list features the National Pantheon’s grand dome, the humble cork-lined cells of the Convent of the Capuchos in Sintra, and the fire-scarred interior of São Domingos Church, showcasing the region's diverse Baroque, Mannerist, and Gothic heritage.
A Jerónimos Monastery
A 16th-century late Gothic monastery renowned for its Manueline architecture and historical significance, including royal and explorer burial sites.
B Lisbon Cathedral
Historic Roman Catholic cathedral featuring a blend of Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque architectural styles. It is a national monument and significant religious and cultural heritage site.
C National Pantheon
Historic baroque church and national mausoleum housing tombs of important Portuguese figures. Noted for its architectural beauty and central dome.
D Carmo Convent
Historic Gothic church and former convent featuring notable ruins and an archaeological museum with artifacts spanning from prehistory to contemporary times.
E Convent of the Capuchos
The Convent of the Friars Minor Capuchin, popularly known as the Convent of the Capuchos, but officially the Convento de Santa Cruz da…
F Monastery of São Vicente de Fora
Historic 17th-century baroque and mannerist church and monastery notable for its architecture, religious art, and royal tombs.
G Estrela Basilica
18th-century Roman Catholic basilica featuring baroque and neoclassical architecture with a prominent white dome and queen's tomb.
H National Ceramic Tile Museum
National Tile Museum presents the history of craft-making of decorative ceramic tiles, azulejos, popular in Spain and Portugal.
I Sao Domingos Church
Sao Domingos is a 12th-century church which used to host royal weddings and that features a Baroque facade.
J Capela de São Jerónimo
A 16th-century Manueline chapel designed by Diogo de Boitaca. Located on a hill overlooking the Jerónimos Monastery, it features a square plan, battlements, and distinct nautical-themed stonework.
K Saint Anthony's Church
Built on the traditional site of Saint Anthony's birth, this 18th-century church features a mix of Baroque and Neoclassical styles. It includes a crypt accessible to visitors marking the saint's birthplace.
L Convento dos Cardais
A 17th-century former convent known for its exceptional interior decoration, including blue and white Dutch azulejo tile panels by Jan van Oort and intricate gilded woodcarvings.
M Convento da Graça
One of Lisbon's oldest religious sites, rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake. It features a Baroque facade, an 18th-century tile-decorated interior, and a terrace offering panoramic views of the city and castle.
N Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição Velha
The Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição is a church in the civil parish of Madalena, in the municipality of Lisbon.
O São Roque Church
Historic baroque church and museum featuring religious art and significant cultural heritage. Known for its Jesuit origins and notable architecture by Filippo Terzi.
P Igreja do Menino Deus
Igreja do Menino Deus is a church in Portugal. It is classified as a National Monument.
Q Igreja do Loreto
Historically known as the Church of the Italians, this site features a Mannerist facade and an interior rich in Italian marble and 18th-century paintings, restored after the 1755 earthquake.
R Igreja de Santo André
A 13th-century Gothic parish church located in Mafra. It is classified as a National Monument and houses several medieval funerary monuments within its triple-nave interior.
S Igreja de Santa Maria do Castelo
Igreja de Santa Maria do Castelo is a church in Portugal. It is classified as a National Monument.
T Ermida de São João Baptista
A small 16th-century hermitage located in the Serra de Montejunto. It is historically linked to the first Dominican monastery established in Portugal and offers views over the Alenquer region.
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