Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Lisbon's oldest church
- Well-known Lisbon landmark
Time required: 30 minutes
Phone: +351 21 886 6752
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Daily: | 9m - 7pm |
Admission:
| Ticket type | Charge |
|---|---|
| General: | Free |
Public transport:
- Tram Line 28: Sé stop
Address: Largo da Sé, 1100 Lisbon
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Photo: alotor
Things you need to know:
- Sé Chatedral is Lisbon's oldest church dating back to 1147
- It was built by Dom Afonso Henriques, Portugal's first king, after he reconquered the city from the Moors who ruled the city for 4 centuries
- The city's main mosque was torn down and this Romanesque cathedral was erected on its site
- The Romanesque main façade with two castellated towers and a beautiful rosette window above the main portal is one of the highlights of the church
- Today the church exhibits a number of architectural styles as a result of reconstructions and extentions (Gothic side chapels, tombs and iron portals)
- The remains of Lisbon's official patron saint, St Vincent, are kept here. Look for the casket in the sacristy along with other treasures and sacred objects
What to do there:
- Admire the Romanesque main façade and the towers of the church
- Enter the cathedral
- Walk around and enjoy the interior that is a mix of different architectural styles
