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.

Jerónimos Monastery

A 16th-century late Gothic monastery renowned for its Manueline architecture and historical significance, including royal and explorer burial sites.

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.

National Pantheon

Historic baroque church and national mausoleum housing tombs of important Portuguese figures. Noted for its architectural beauty and central dome.

Carmo Convent

Historic Gothic church and former convent featuring notable ruins and an archaeological museum with artifacts spanning from prehistory to contemporary times.

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…

Monastery of São Vicente de Fora

Historic 17th-century baroque and mannerist church and monastery notable for its architecture, religious art, and royal tombs.

Estrela Basilica

18th-century Roman Catholic basilica featuring baroque and neoclassical architecture with a prominent white dome and queen's tomb.

National Ceramic Tile Museum

National Tile Museum presents the history of craft-making of decorative ceramic tiles, azulejos, popular in Spain and Portugal.

Sao Domingos Church

Sao Domingos is a 12th-century church which used to host royal weddings and that features a Baroque facade.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Igreja do Menino Deus

Igreja do Menino Deus is a church in Portugal. It is classified as a National Monument.

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.

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.

Igreja de Santa Maria do Castelo

Igreja de Santa Maria do Castelo is a church in Portugal. It is classified as a National Monument.

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.